Dr. Gayle Nicoll
Principal Process Safety Consultant
About Dr. Gayle
Education / Certifications
- PhD, Chemistry, Purdue University
- MS, Chemistry, Purdue University
- BS, Chemistry, Indiana University
- BS, Physics, Indiana University
- Certified Safety Professional, Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP)
- Associate Safety Professional, Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP)
- Registered Environmental Professional, National Registry of Environmental Professionals
- FEMA Emergency Management Incident Command
- OSHA Certified Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response
- HAZWOPER Site Supervisor
- Certified Chemical Security Compliance User, CFATS
About Dr. Gayle
Dr. Nicoll has extensive experience in a variety of process safety, environmental, and health and safety (EHS) programs, including chemical facilities, industrial manufacturers, nuclear facilities, research laboratories, oil and gas locations, and pharmaceutical facilities.
Dr. Nicoll has conducted EHS audits, assisted with H&S program design and implementation, taught radiation safety training, completed EMF studies, developed PSM and RMP programs, conducted a variety of safety training modules, and assisted in many other EHS and process safety-related endeavors.
She is well-versed in regulatory compliance from an environmental and H&S standpoint, including OSHA, EPA, NEPA, CERCLA, EPCRA/SARA, NEC, NRC, CFATS, and NFPA. She has worked on projects throughout the U.S., Puerto Rico, Canada, China, the European Union, and Mexico and is familiar with international regulations, including ICNIRP, WHO, and ISO standards.
Education / Certifications
- PhD, Chemistry, Purdue University
- MS, Chemistry, Purdue University
- BS, Chemistry, Indiana University
- BS, Physics, Indiana University
- Certified Safety Professional, Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP)
- Associate Safety Professional, Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP)
- Registered Environmental Professional, National Registry of Environmental Professionals
- FEMA Emergency Management Incident Command
- OSHA Certified Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response
- HAZWOPER Site Supervisor
- Certified Chemical Security Compliance User, CFATS
See Insights from Dr. Gayle
PSM and RMP "Magic Words"
Learn how using “magic words” in PSM and RMP documentation can help ensure OSHA and EPA compliance in key areas like EAPs, safety reviews, and more.
Here are the facts and myths about appropriate PPE
Discover the facts and myths about PPE with insights from Dr. Gayle Nicoll on proper selection and usage.
Overview of Changes to the EPA Risk Management Program Rule
Learn about the EPA's updated Risk Management Program (RMP) rule, finalized in March 2024. Discover new compliance requirements and how they impact facility operations and project planning.