Nevada Mining Association announces 2022 INDIVIDUAL Safety Award recipients

37 recipients showcase an industry-wide commitment to safe mining operations

RENO, Nev. (June 22, 2022) – The Nevada Mining Association (NVMA) announced the recipients of its 2022 Individual Safety Awards, which celebrate the industry professionals whose extraordinary efforts ensure mine workers return home safely after every shift.

“Safety will always be the number one priority across Nevada’s mining industry – it’s woven into every aspect of our culture and operations for that very reason,” said NVMA President Tyre Gray. “Congratulations to the 37 award recipients for their outstanding commitment to keeping their co-workers and teams safe and healthy.”

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Pictured: Kinross Round Mountain Mine Safety Award Recipients celebrating at the NVMA’s 2021 Awards Ceremony

The NVMA Individual Safety Awards are based on performance during the previous calendar year. A total of 105 nominations were submitted, with recipients voted on by industry peers. The 37 individual miners will be recognized during an awards luncheon on Sept. 10, 2022, at the NVMA Convention in Lake Tahoe.

In July, the NVMA will also announce recipients of the Mine Operator Safety Awards, highlighting the mining companies that have demonstrated unparalleled dedication to providing safe workplaces for their employees. Those recipients are based on data provided by the U.S. Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA).

For more information about the NVMA, visit www.nevadamining.org

About the Nevada Mining Association
The mission of the Nevada Mining Association (NVMA) is to unite, educate, advocate, and serve as the public voice of Nevada’s modern mining industry. From advocacy on major policy issues to developing innovative ways to connect members with opportunities, the Nevada Mining Association builds recognition of the mining industry’s contribution across the Silver State. The Nevada Mining Association is committed to leading environmental stewardship and the health and safety of workers, residents, and communities. The NVMA envisions Nevadans embracing the mining industry as forward thinking, respected, and essential for a vibrant future. For more information, visit www.nevadamining.org. Stay up to date with all Nevada Mining Association activities on FacebookTwitterInstagram, and YouTube pages.

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General Manager:

Neil Jensen, Kinross Nevada

Mine Manager:

Joseph Kemp, Kinross Nevada

Dale Thompson, Kinross

Bart Beatty, Nevada Gold Mines

Safety Professional:

Caleb Bolyard, Kinross Gold Corp.

Genevieve Merrill, KGHM

Shane Anderson, SSR Mining

Shawn Rose, First Majestic Silver Corp.

General Supervisor:

Shawn Migas, Coeur Mining

Timothy Chapman, Kinross

Dee Jay Leach, Nevada Gold Mines

Safety Champions:

Adrienne Clinton, Argonaut Gold

Dillon Pollock, i-80 Gold

Scott Torgerson, SSR Mining

Mariah Fehlman, Hecla Nevada

Kaitlin Rynearson, Kinross

Jessica Boggio, Nevada Gold Mines, LLC.

Mike Lefrere, Coeur Mining, Inc.

Kylie Payne, Nevada Gold Mines

Safety Manager:

Robert Dechant, KGHM

Superintendent:

Kelsey Plummer, SSR Mining

Luz Sandoval, Nevada Gold Mines

Aaron Evans, Coeur Mining

Supervisor (15 or more employees):

Dan Nations, SSR Mining

Jennifer Browning, Kinross Gold

Steve Sebion, SSR Mining

Joe St. Pierre, Argonaut Gold

Supervisor (14 or fewer employees):

Cammie Holland, i-80 Gold Corp

William Daniel Eklund, First Majestic

Raymond Davis, Hecla Nevada

Mike Smith, Argonaut Gold

Trainer:

Christie Stannard, Kinross

John Simmons, Nevada Gold Mines

Sean Gallian, Turquoise Ridge

Emergency Response

Danny Young, Nevada Gold Mines

Robert Shoenecker, SSR Mining

Anthony Amity, First Majestic Silver Corp.