Bio
Dr. Mitch Ricketts is a Professor in the Environmental Health and Safety Management
program at Northeastern State University. He is a Board Certified Safety Professional
(CSP), with over 30 years experience in safety, health, and environmental management.
Over the years, Dr. Ricketts has worked in diverse settings such as agriculture, manufacturing,
chemical/biological laboratories, and school safety. He holds a Ph.D. in Cognitive
and Human Factors Psychology from Kansas State University, an M.S. in Occupational
Safety Management from University of Central Missouri, and a B.S. in Education from
Pittsburg State University. He is faculty advisor for the American Society of Safety
Professional's NSU Broken Arrow Student Section.
Dr. Ricketts has conducted research in occupational and agricultural injury prevention.
Dr. Ricketts enjoys leading students in immersive activities to learn about the prevention
of injuries, illnesses, and environmental contamination.
Courses Taught:
- SAFETY ADMIN AND PROGRAMS - SAFM 3403 - Spring 2017
