At Keefer HSE, “safety in numbers” takes on a new meaning. We've built a diverse team of experts to provide a comprehensive range of services for homes, buildings, and workplaces. Our strong partnerships with local insurance and abatement companies reflect our commitment to trusted, collaborative solutions. Keefer HSE is your go-to hub for health, safety, and energy efficiency—with a focus on results that matter.
We Act From A Foundation Of Trust, Reliability And Experience
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With a highly experienced team, we respond quickly to urgent situations and emergencies. We prioritize our clients by offering competitive rates and price-matching to keep costs manageable. Rooted in transparency, our services are delivered with a focus on trust, empathy, and building lasting relationships every step of the way.
Meet The Team
Michael Keefer
Founder
MSc, PAg
Micheal is the founder of Keefer HSE and is a well-recognised environmental professional. His range of expertise includes environmental assessments and contaminated site solutions and reclamation.
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Patrick DeFoe
Project Manager/Field Technician (West Kootenay)
Patrick is our project manager and field technician serving the West Kootenay. Patrick is certified as a Hazardous Materials Building Inspector and conducts a variety of sampling and monitoring for Keefer HSE.
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After concluding his culinary career, Patrick followed his passion for the outdoors into environmental studies at Selkirk College where he completed the Integrated Environmental Planning program. This led him to the West Kootenay, where is often found playing hockey, skiing the slopes, or hiking with his dog.
Azeb Tekie
Lab Technician
Richard Hilton
President, Senior Industrial Hygienist
CRSP, NCSO
Richard is a seasoned Health, Safety, and Environment professional with a proven track record in developing safety programs for large, multi-site organizations. His expertise spans fall protection, respirator and confined space checks, hazardous materials exposure, and risk assessments.
He also instructs courses in mobile equipment operations, fall protection, TDG, and WHMIS, and holds three safety designations: CRSP, NCSO, and MSO.
Outside of work, Richard enjoys skiing, mountain biking, swimming, and camping.
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Geoffrey Richards
Lab Manager
Geoffrey is our Lab Manager and is NIOSH 582 equivalency-certified for air monitoring and training in Bulk Asbestos Analysis.
He comes from a head chef background, and has successfully led numerous teams in all areas of the kitchen. In his spare time, Geoffrey enjoys running, biking, skiing, sledding, and camping. He can often be found out and about exploring the local area.
Connor Munday
Field Technician (East Kootenay)
Connor is our field technician in the East Kootenays. Connor is certified as a Hazardous Materials Building Inspector and conducts our sampling and inspections in the local area.
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Connor has a background in Lab work, and a bachelor's in Math and Physics. In his spare time he enjoys getting out and exploring the local hiking trails with his wife, or spending time on his hobbies, such as painting.
Aidan Peters
Field Technician (East Kootenay)
Aidan is one of our east Kootenay field technicians, he is certified as Worksafe level 3 and S​
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Aidan grew up in the Cranbrook area. after graduating, he studied in the field of carpentry at the College of the Rockies. He enjoys fishing, snowboarding, hiking, guitar, and camping in the Kootenays and surrounding area.
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Teresa Edwards
Office Manager
With over 20 years of administrative experience, she has built a career on efficiency, organization, and the belief that strong client relationships are at the heart of every successful business. She takes pride in supporting teams, streamlining processes, and ensuring no detail slips through the cracks.
Outside of work, she enjoys strong coffee, quality time with her family, off-the-grid camping adventures—and the constant company of her Frenchie, Rocco, who’s convinced he is the real boss.
“Keefer HSE’s safety consultants bring a wealth of experience and a thorough understanding of industry best practices. They’ve helped us to identify and mitigate potential risks and improve overall safety standards within our workplace. Their commitment to their work is evident in their tireless efforts to ensure the safety and well-being of all employees.”
-M.Klassen