ABOUT US

Charlie York has been involved in many different aspects of construction, general industry and the United States Marine Corps for the past twenty-two years. His construction experience has included responsibilities as Steel Fabricator, Steel Erector, Drafter, Project Estimator, Project Coordinator, General Manager, and Vice President. On the General Industry side, Charlie has managed construction projects from concept to completion utilizing contractors from various disciplines and backgrounds working in a hazardous environment, and achieved over 1200 days, with only one recordable injury. Charlie retired from the Marine Corps Reserves as a veteran of the Gulf War after twenty-one years of dedicated service. This unique blend of experience and leadership has proven to be extremely effective in the area of safety training and enforcement. His leadership-by-example, integrity and passion for safety changed the safety culture of several organizations, while maintaining respectful, working relationships with employees and management alike. This quality has proven to be welcomed at every organization that places their emphasis on reducing employee at risk behavior and eliminating potential injuries.

Sandee York has an impressive background in sales and administration. Over the course of twenty-one years, she has assumed the responsibilities in International Financing, Purchasing and Sales. Sandee has been responsible for the financial management of a 25 million dollar per year Electronics Company, to include purchasing and scheduling product from Taiwan, Japan and China for a large customer base. Each title taught her every aspect of business, but most importantly, to always treat the customer right. During these challenges Sandee earned the respect and trust of all her colleagues and customers and received recognition for her outstanding professionalism.

Sandee’s primary responsibility as Vice-President of York Safety Solutions is to oversee the daily internal operations of the company, including Accounts Receivable/Account Payable as well as Office Manager.

Sandee graduated from S.U.N.Y at Alfred with a degree in Computer Programming.

Larry Caffarelli’s experiences as a Lab Technician, Pipe fitter, Facilities Manager, Project Manager, Home Builder and Firefighter have all had a common thread throughout; Safety. Early in his career he was a Lab Technician and had to quickly learn the importance of handling hazardous materials in a safe manner. These materials often ranged from being explosive to highly toxic and hazardous communication was quickly learned and respected. His direction changed as he began working as an apprentice and eventually onto becoming a Pipe fitter. It was at this time that Larry became very familiar with the many hazards associated with the skilled trades, while working on service lines in an industrial setting. Eventually, he moved on to assume the duties of a Facilities Manager, where he oversaw all aspects of building trades. This experience expanded his awareness of the unique safety hazards that each trade is exposed to, and ways in which to abate these hazards. His next career path then provided him an opportunity as a Project Manager. It was here where Larry was introduced to other aspects of safety in very specialized areas of a research environment. Larry’s involvement included the design and construction of hazardous areas such as biological, radioactive and chemical containment facilities. Larry has also worn the hat of a Property Manager. During this time, Larry came in contact with regulation agencies such as OSHA, the NYSDEC, local town building code enforcement, law enforcement, fire departments and Fire Marshals. This exposed him to many aspects of work place safety regulations, fire and security systems and local and federal building codes. As a part time home builder, Larry’s work experience has contributed greatly to his safety awareness and the potential hazards associated with residential construction. As a testimony to his unselfishness, Larry has also served in the firefighter/rescue service for the past 24 years. Through this experience, he has a variety of first hand experience and knowledge of the consequences of human and / or mechanical error. Finally, and most importantly, Larry has been able to utilize that safety training and awareness and apply it at home, work or play. Because of that, Larry has truly enjoyed being husband and father of three.