Scotty Dunlap
Scotty.Dunlap@eku.edu
859-353-2875

Scotty Dunlap, EdD, CSP

Professor

Education

  • BA in Missions, Tennessee Temple University
  • MS in Loss Prevention and Safety, Eastern Kentucky University
  • EdD in Higher and Adult Education, The University of Memphis

Research/Academic Interests

  • Conducting research on occupational safety and health management system assessment model
  • Conducting research on a predominantly female volunteer fire department in central West Virginia

Publications

Dr. Dunlap’s work can be found in several journals including:
  • Dunlap, S. (2020). Frametown: Addressing declining volunteerism through empowering female engagement. Fire, 3(3), July 7.
  • Mullins, R., Blair, E., & Dunlap, S. (2019). Management Leadership: Improving Employee Safety Engagement. Professional Safety, 64(11), 36-42.
  • Dunlap, S., Basford, B., & Smith, M. (2019). Remodeling Heinrich: An application for modern safety management. Professional Safety, 64(5), 44-52.
  • Dunlap, S. (2019). Management support for safety: Disrupting the paradigm. Safety Decisions. (Spring/Summer, 22-24)
  • Dunlap, S. (2018). Female firefighters: An answer in an age of declining volunteerism. Firehouse.
  • Henning, J. B., Culbertson, S. S., Simmons, M. J., Kennedy, C., & Dunlap, E. S. (2013, April). The Influence of Individual and Contextual Factors on Safety Performance. Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Houston, TX. (conference poster presentation based on ongoing research)
  • Dunlap, S., Dudak, B., & Konty, M. (2012). A synthesized model for integrating principles of adult learning in the higher education classroom. Kentucky Journal of Excellence in College Teaching and Learning, Volume 10, 19-35.
  • Dunlap, S. (2011). Safety leadership: Finding common ground. Professional Safety, 56(9), 42-49.
  • Dunlap, S. (2011). Bloodborne pathogens: Protection and training. ALM Journal, 9(3).
  • Dunlap, S. & May, D. (2011). Assessing facilitator performance as an influence on student satisfaction. Online Journal of Distance Learning Administration. 14(2). (Awarded “Best Paper” by the Distance Learning Administration).
  • Dunlap, S. & May, D. (2011). Assessing facilitator performance as an influence on student satisfaction. Distance Learning Administration Annual & Conference Proceedings.
  • Dunlap, S. (2011). Lockout/tagout. ALM Journal, 9(2).
  • Dunlap, S. (2011). OSHA and recordkeeping: A four step solution. ALM Journal, 9(1).
  • Dunlap, S. (2010). Averting hazards. ALM Journal, 8(6).
  • Dunlap, S. (December, 2009). Industry leader perceptions of workplace safety. Doctoral Dissertation. The University of Memphis.
  • Dunlap, S. Safety Training: Compliance or Excellence? ASSE Professional Development Conference Proceedings. June 2008.
  • The Missing Link: Why Industry Leaders Are Not Fully Prepared for Total Loss Control. ASSE Professional Development Conference Proceedings. June 2006.
  • Dunlap, S. (November, 2004). Management’s role in safety culture. World Grain Magazine.
  • The Role of Management: Influencing a Complete Safety Culture. GEAPS Exchange Conference Proceedings.  February 2004.
  • Behavior-Based Safety – Motivating Safe Work Behavior: From the Workplace to the Home. GEAPS Exchange Conference Proceedings.  March 2002.
  • Dunlap, S. (April, 2001). Beyond regulations: Behavior-based process attacks safety issues from new perspective. World Grain Magazine.
  • Behavior-Based Safety – Bridging the Gap Between OSHA Compliance and Zero Injuries. GEAPS Exchange Conference Proceedings.  March 2001.
  • Dunlap. S. & Grafton, M. (July, 1996). Deaf medics and the ADA. Journal of Emergency Medical Services.
He has also authored and co-authored books and authored book chapters including:
  • Dunlap, S. (2023). Loss control auditing: A guide for conducting fire, safety and security audits, 2nd Edition. CRC Press: Boca Raton.
  • Dunlap, S, & Dudak, B. (2023). How to become a successful college student. Prufrock Press: United Kingdom.
  • Dunlap, S. (2023). Transportation safety. In M. Friend & J. Kohn (Eds), Fundamentals of occupational safety and health, 8th Edition. Lanham: Bernan Press.
  • Dunlap, S. (2018). Transportation safety. In M. Friend & J. Kohn (Eds), Fundamentals of occupational safety and health, 7th Edition (pp. 401-418). Lanham: Bernan Press.
  • Dunlap, S. (2017). Protecting our most valuable asset. Create Space: North Charleston.
  • Dunlap, S. (2014). Transportation safety. In M. Friend & J. Kohn (Eds), Fundamentals of occupational safety and health, 6th Edition (pp. 357-374). Lanham: Government Institutes.
  • Dunlap, S. (Ed). (2012). The comprehensive handbook of school safety. CRC Press: Boca Raton. (editor, contributor of nine chapters, and co-contributor of one chapter)
  • Dunlap, S. (2011). Fundamental and powerful concepts. In H. Blythe & C. Sweet (Eds.), It works for me creatively (pp.145-147). Stillwater: New Forums Press.
  • Dunlap, S. (2011). Loss control auditing: A guide for conducting fire, safety and security audits. CRC Press: Boca Raton.
  • Barnett, E. (2011). Explore, evaluate, expand, express: Academic success and the EKU experience. Eastern Kentucky University: Richmond. (Contributed Quality Enhancement Plan material to chapters 5-6, 9)
  • Dunlap, S. (2010). Transportation safety. In M. Friend & J. Kohn (Eds), Fundamentals of occupational safety and health, 5th Edition (pp. 363-388). Lanham: Government Institutes.
  • Dunlap, S. (2000). Motor carrier safety: A guide to regulatory compliance. CRC Press: Boca Raton.

Associations/Affiliations/Work History

  • American Society of Safety Professionals (Professional Member since 1996)
  • Board of Certified Safety Professionals (CSP since 2003)
  • US Technical Advisory Group (ISO 45001)
  • Nike – Environment Safety and Health Manager
  • Archer Daniels Midland – US Health and Safety Manager
  • Cargill – US Loss Control Coordinator
  • AutoZone – Safety and Security Manager
  • State of Maryland – Fire and Safety Specialist

Awards/Accolades

  • Jerry Pogatshnik Graduate Faculty Award – Eastern Kentucky University – August 2023
  • Produced the Emmy-nominated mini documentary “Frametown” – 2020
  • Distinguished Faculty Member – Eastern Kentucky University School of Safety, Security, and Emergency Management – August 2020
  • Technical Writer of the Year – American Society of Safety Professionals Louisville Chapter – July 2019
  • College of Justice and Safety Outstanding Mentor – Eastern Kentucky University – August 2018
  • Concerned Professional Award – World Safety Organization – September 2018
  • Faculty Innovator – Eastern Kentucky University – April 2016
  • Faculty Innovator – Eastern Kentucky University – April 2015
  • Distinguished Faculty Member – Eastern Kentucky University School of Safety, Security, and Emergency Management – April 2013
  • Excellence in Scholarship Award – Eastern Kentucky University School of Safety, Security, and Emergency Management – April 2013
  • Critical Thinking Teacher of the Year – Eastern Kentucky University – May 2012
  • Academic Spotlight – Eastern Kentucky University home page – October 2011 to February 2012
  • Best Paper – Distance Learning Administration – May 2011 – Dunlap, S. & May, D. (2011). Assessing facilitator performance as an influence on student satisfaction. Online Journal of Distance Learning Administration. 14, (2).
  • Critical Thinking Teacher of the Year – Eastern Kentucky University – May 2011
  • Alumni Spotlight – The University of Memphis – March 2011 to March 2012
  • Nike Outstanding Safety Professional – 2005
  • AutoZone Distribution Center Safety Award for Facility Performance (achieved in first full fiscal year in operation) – 1997