Jennifer Bailey, Msph, Cih, Chmm
About Jennifer Bailey, Msph, Cih, Chmm
Jennifer Bailey is the Director of Enterprise Safety at CenterPoint Energy, where she leads a 45-member team focused on serious injury and fatality prevention initiatives. With extensive experience in safety and health leadership, she has successfully implemented innovative safety methodologies across various organizations.
Work at CenterPoint Energy
Jennifer Bailey serves as the Director of Enterprise Safety at CenterPoint Energy, a role she has held since 2022. Based in Houston, Texas, she leads a team of 45 members focused on creating and implementing initiatives aimed at preventing serious injuries and fatalities. Her responsibilities include overseeing company-wide safety and health operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and fostering a culture of safety within the organization.
Previous Experience at Alabama Power Company
Before joining CenterPoint Energy, Jennifer Bailey worked at Alabama Power Company as the Director of Safety & Health from 2015 to 2019. During her tenure, she was instrumental in implementing safety programs that contributed to a significant reduction in serious injuries and fatalities. Her leadership in safety initiatives helped establish a strong safety culture within the organization.
Leadership at Xcel Energy Services Inc.
Jennifer Bailey held the position of Director of Safety & Health at Xcel Energy Services Inc. from 2019 to 2022. In this role, she led the transition to the Safety Differently model, moving away from traditional safety methods. Her strategic approach to health and safety included designing roadmaps that enhanced safety practices across the organization.
Education and Expertise
Jennifer Bailey earned a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Health from The University of Georgia and a Master of Science in Public Health with a focus on Industrial Hygiene from the University of Utah. Her educational background supports her expertise in environmental health and safety, which she has applied throughout her career in various leadership roles.
Achievements in Safety Initiatives
Throughout her career, Jennifer Bailey has achieved notable reductions in workplace injuries. At Southern Company Services and Alabama Power, she implemented a Serious Injury and Fatality (SIF) prevention program that resulted in a 60% reduction in serious injuries and fatalities. Additionally, her work at American Cast Iron Pipe Company led to a 76% reduction in total recordable incidents and a 56% reduction in injuries requiring time away from work.