Instructor Information


NameBio
Van Howell B.A., CSP, CET, Safety Training Consultant, American Road & Builders Association

From 1982 to 1987, Mr. Howell served as a Safety and Health Manager for the U.S. Navy. He was stationed at Rough and Ready Island in Stockton, California where he was responsible for the industrial safety program. Mr. Howell has taught and developed curriculum for various OSHA Training Institute Education Centers since May 2009. He teaches various safety and health related courses. Mr. Howell previously worked for OSHA from November 1987 to October 2011. When he retired from OSHA he was serving as the Oakland Area Director. He previously served as an Enforcement Team Leader (Directorate of Enforcement and Investigation/Region 9), Assistant Area Director (Boise Area OSHA Office), Compliance Assistance Specialist (Boise Area OSHA Office) and as an OSHA Safety Compliance officer (Walnut Creek Area Office and the Boise Area OSHA Office). During his tenure with OSHA Mr. Howell conducted over 1,200 inspections in all types of industries.