co-chair of risk communication subcommittee

Shian Yada has twelve years of experience as an interdisciplinary professional in Government service. Shian maintains current credentials as a Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) and holds specialized expertise in beryllium safety, industrial ventilation, and asbestos certification.

Shian has worked extensively for the Department of Energy’s National Nuclear Security Administration (DOE NNSA), serving for over a decade as a Process Engineer, Industrial Hygienist, and Industrial Hygiene Supervisor for the Pantex Plant Management and Operating (M&O) contractor. Currently, Shian serves as a Senior Environment, Safety, Health, and Quality (ESH&Q) Specialist for the DOE NNSA Pantex Field Office, supporting critical worker safety and health programs.

Shian has been an active BHSC member since 2018, contributing to and learning from discussions on safety protocols and best practices. As an Industrial Hygienist, Shian’s responsibilities have included employing risk communication strategies to effectively convey potential workplace hazards and promote preventative and mitigative measures for wide-reaching issues related to beryllium contamination and exposure. 

Shian earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry and a Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, both from West Texas A&M University.