The Mid-South Risk & Safety Story
Built for Real Operations, Not Corporate theory
30 years of hands-on safety leadership across industrial, agricultural, emergency service environments, power distribution and other industries—delivering practical, real-world solutions that protect people, support operations, and stand up when it matters most.
My work and approach to workplace safety was shaped long before my career began and is deeply personal.
In the 1960s, my dad was seriously injured on the job due to a coworker tripping over something on the ground—a preventable incident. That mishap made it necessary for doctors to amputate his left leg in order to save his life. Despite that life-changing event, he returned to work and remained with the same employer for more than 30 years—never pursuing a lawsuit or disability, but committing himself to working hard and ensuring both his own safety and the safety of those around him.
That example shaped how I view safety—not as a requirement, but as a responsibility to people, to families, and to the long-term success of a business.
Over the past 30 years, I’ve built my career across healthcare, manufacturing, emergency services, agriculture, refinery operations, food packaging, wood products, forestry, power generation, and construction. My work has always centered on understanding how operations truly function—and where risk actually exists.
I’ve worked in fast-paced, high-risk, and traditionally male-dominated environments where credibility is earned through knowledge, consistency, and results. Throughout my career—including leadership roles at both the site and corporate level—I’ve partnered closely with operations teams, executives, and employees in the field to build safety programs that are practical, sustainable, and aligned with real-world operations.
My background spans administration, human resources, engineering, technical support, and environmental, health, and safety leadership. This diverse experience has shaped a core belief: safety programs only work when they support operations—not when they exist only on paper.
In 2012, after years of hands-on experience, I recognized I had more to offer than knowledge alone—I had a responsibility to help organizations build safer workplaces in a meaningful and practical way. That realization led to the founding of Mid-South Risk & Safety Services LLC.
Today, my focus is on helping businesses protect their people through real-world safety solutions—delivering training, compliance support, and risk management strategies that reduce exposure, strengthen performance, and stand up under regulatory scrutiny without unnecessary complexity or disruption.
Tina Tilley
With hands-on real-world experience, I bring a practical approach to risk and safety that is grounded in how work is actually performed. I am a Certified Safety and Health Manager (CSHM), accredited through the Institute of Hazardous Materials Management (IHMM), an Authorized OSHA Outreach Trainer for General Industry (10/30), and an ISNetworld Certified User. I also hold a Master of Arts from Trevecca Nazarene University.
My work is rooted in a deep commitment to protecting people, supporting operations, and helping organizations build sustainable safety systems that stand the test of time. I partner closely with leadership and frontline teams to implement solutions that are clear, effective, and aligned with real-world operations. I also have a strong passion for working with rural businesses and agricultural operations, helping ensure safety is established and sustained across the organization—no matter the size.
Guided by strong Christian values of integrity, service, and stewardship, I approach safety not just as a requirement, but as a responsibility—to care for others and create safer workplaces. Through Mid-South Risk & Safety Services LLC, I serve organizations by delivering practical solutions that protect employees, strengthen compliance, and support long-term success.
Tina Tilley, MA - Founder | CSHM | OSHA Authorized Outreach Trainer
