This mechanical engineer has over 35 years of experience in safety and design analysis, focusing on accident investigation, product safety, and mechanical system evaluation. Their work applies engineering principles to determine causation, evaluate design performance, and assess safety compliance in matters involving industrial accidents, construction incidents, and consumer product liability. They hold a Master of Mechanical Engineering and a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering and are licensed as a Professional Engineer.

Their expertise includes accident investigation and reconstruction involving machinery, mechanical components, and consumer products, with specific analysis of cranes and hoists, farm machinery, ladders, press guards, trailer hitches, truck-mounted ladder racks, and wood railings. This work includes on-site and laboratory investigation of failures, evaluation of mechanical design and safety features, and assessment of equipment performance in industrial and construction environments. Their experience also includes cost estimation, safety research, and mechanical inspections applied to both industrial systems and the built environment. A significant portion of their work involves application of safety standards and regulatory frameworks, including OSHA requirements and American National Standards Institute A14 ladder safety standards. Their involvement includes participation in multiple ANSI A14 committees addressing ladder safety, labeling, and accessory standards, as well as continued contribution to safety codes and requirements governing the design, use, and evaluation of ladder systems. Additional contributions include technical publications and research addressing guardrail testing, ladder systems, machinery safety, and product design considerations.

The expert has prior experience providing litigation consultation, deposition testimony, and trial testimony in matters involving personal injury, product liability, and premises-related incidents. Documented casework includes evaluation of falls from ladders, slip and trip incidents, construction site conditions, and compliance with safety and building codes such as ADA, IBC, and IPMC. Professional experience includes mechanical engineering safety and design analysis and investigation of industrial and consumer product accidents.