Layne Herrin
About Layne Herrin
Layne Herrin is an OHS Supervisor at Tolko Industries, where he has worked since 2015. He has a background in safety training and operations, having previously served as a Surface Mine Safety/Training Coordinator at Grande Cache Coal Corp.
Work at Tolko
Layne Herrin has been employed at Tolko Industries as an OHS Supervisor since 2015. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing occupational health and safety protocols within the organization. His tenure at Tolko spans over nine years, during which he has contributed to the safety culture and compliance initiatives at the High Level, Alberta facility.
Previous Experience at Grande Cache Coal Corp
Before joining Tolko Industries, Layne Herrin worked at Grande Cache Coal Corp. He served as a Surface Mine Safety/Training Coordinator from 2011 to 2015 for four years. In this position, he focused on safety training and compliance in surface mining operations. Additionally, he worked as a Heavy Equipment Operator for six months in 2011, gaining practical experience in the field.
Education and Expertise
Layne Herrin has a diverse educational background in safety and industrial training. He studied at Canscott Industrial and completed the Industrial Supervisor III program from 2014 to 2016. He also achieved various trainer certifications from Leavitt Machinery, including Skidsteer, Forklift, Rough Terrain Forklift, Elevated Work Platform, and Utility Boom Truck from 2013 to 2014. Furthermore, he completed a Trainer program in Industrial/Commercial Fall Protection in 2013 and obtained the Alberta Certified Peer Health and Safety Auditor designation in 2012.
Academic Background
Layne Herrin earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in English Language and Literature from The University of Southern Mississippi, studying from 1989 to 1993. This foundational education provided him with strong communication skills, which are essential in his current role in occupational health and safety.