Richard Stone
About Richard Stone
Richard Stone serves as the Vice President of Safety Health and Environment (Nuclear & Environment) at Amentum, where he has worked since 2015. He has extensive experience in safety management, industrial hygiene, and environmental health, having held various roles in organizations such as URS Corporation and Battelle.
Current Role at Amentum
Richard Stone serves as the Vice President of Safety, Health, and Environment (Nuclear & Environment) at Amentum. He has held this position since 2015, contributing to the company's commitment to safety and environmental stewardship in the nuclear sector. His role involves overseeing safety protocols and ensuring compliance with health and environmental regulations. Stone's leadership is crucial in maintaining high safety standards within the organization.
Previous Experience at URS Corporation
Before joining Amentum, Richard Stone worked at URS Corporation for four years as a Safety Manager in Hermiston, OR, from 2010 to 2014. He then advanced to the role of Safety Director/Industrial Hygiene Programs Manager in Richland, WA, where he worked for one year until 2015. His tenure at URS Corporation involved implementing safety programs and managing industrial hygiene initiatives.
Educational Background
Richard Stone has an extensive educational background in safety and health. He earned an Associate's Degree in Arts & Sciences from Ricks College. He then pursued a Bachelor's Degree in Public Health with a focus on Industrial Hygiene and a Chemistry Minor from Utah State University. Stone further advanced his education by obtaining a Master's Degree in Environmental Science & Health/Toxicology from the University of Nevada-Reno.
Certifications and Professional Qualifications
Richard Stone holds several professional certifications that underscore his expertise in safety and health. He is certified as a Certified Safety Professional (CSP) and a Safety Trained Supervisor (STS) by the Board of Certified Safety Professionals. Additionally, he is a Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) certified by the American Board of Industrial Hygiene, reflecting his commitment to maintaining high standards in industrial hygiene practices.
Career Contributions and Initiatives
Throughout his career, Richard Stone has made significant contributions to safety and health management. He directed a safety, industrial hygiene, and occupational medical team at an OSHA VPP STAR worksite, successfully completing missions related to the safe destruction of chemical weapons stockpiles. He has also worked on solving technical industrial hygiene challenges related to managing mixed waste at the Hanford Site.