Cathleen King
About Cathleen King
Cathleen King is a Manager of Occupational Health and Safety at Yale University, where she has worked since 2014. With a background in industrial hygiene and safety, she has held various positions in organizations including the US Department of Labor OSHA and Shipley Company.
Current Role at Yale University
Cathleen King has served as the Manager of Occupational Health and Safety at Yale University since 2014. In this role, she oversees the development and implementation of health and safety programs, ensuring compliance with regulations and promoting a safe working environment for faculty, staff, and students. Her responsibilities include managing occupational health initiatives and providing guidance on safety practices within the university.
Previous Experience in Occupational Health
Before her current position, Cathleen King worked at Yale University as a Senior Industrial Hygienist, Chemical Hygiene Officer, and Manager of Physical and Chemical Safety from 1998 to 2014. In this capacity, she was responsible for assessing workplace hazards and implementing safety protocols. Prior to her tenure at Yale, she served as an Industrial Hygienist and Compliance Officer at the U.S. Department of Labor OSHA from 1987 to 1993, where she focused on workplace safety and compliance.
Experience at Shipley Company
Cathleen King worked as an Industrial Hygienist at Shipley Company from 1993 to 1998 in Marlborough, MA. During her five years there, she contributed to the company's health and safety initiatives, focusing on identifying and mitigating workplace hazards to ensure employee safety.
Educational Background in Public Health
Cathleen King earned her Master’s Degree in Public Health from Boston University School of Public Health, completing her studies from 1989 to 1992. This educational background provided her with a strong foundation in health and safety principles, which she applies in her professional roles.
Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science
Cathleen King obtained her Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science and Chemistry from Clark University, where she studied from 1979 to 1983. This degree equipped her with essential knowledge in environmental health and safety, contributing to her expertise in occupational health.