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Martin Leak

Biography

Martin Leak is an accomplished safety engineer with over two decades of experience across construction, general industry, and complex engineered systems. He built his career on technical rigor, leadership, and measurable risk reduction that began as an Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Technician developing a disciplined, consequence-driven approach to risk that continues to define his work. He has since held senior engineering roles supporting high-consequence programs, leading system safety integration, performing advanced hazard analyses, and advising leadership on critical safety decisions.


Martin delivers instruction grounded in real-world application, emphasizing human performance and practical implementation in pursuit of operational excellence—not just compliance—while challenging professionals to become decisive leaders capable of managing uncertainty and transforming organizational culture.


Education

Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering Technology from Southern Polytechnic State University, Certified Safety Professional (CSP), OSHA Authorized Outreach Trainer for Construction and General Industries


Expertise

Health Hazard Recognition and Control Strategies, Program Management, Regulatory Compliance Interpretation, OSHA Outreach Training (Construction and General Industry), Department of Defense, US Army Corps of Engineers, Human Systems Integration

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