Nevada Mining Association announces 2021 Individual Safety Award recipients
37 recipients showcase an industry-wide commitment to safe mining operations
(RENO, NV) July 15, 2021 – The Nevada Mining Association (NVMA) announced the recipients of its 2021 Individual Safety Awards, which celebrate the industry professionals whose extraordinary efforts ensure all mine workers return home safely after every shift.
“When faced with an unprecedented situation in 2020, Nevada miners responded with one of their safest years on record,” said NVMA President Tyre Gray. “Modern mining prides itself on a safety-first culture, regardless of circumstance. These 37 individuals went above and beyond in their efforts to keep their co-workers and teams safe and healthy. Congratulations to this year’s recipients!”
The NVMA Individual Safety Awards are based on performance during the previous calendar year. Nearly 100 nominations were submitted in total, with recipients voted on by industry peers. The 37 individual miners will be recognized during an awards luncheon on Sept. 11, 2021, at the NVMA Convention in Lake Tahoe.
As a special thank you to the 37 awardees, the NVMA will offer to purchase the newly released “Mining in Nevada” specialized license plate for each recipient. A portion of the proceeds from the sale or renewal of each plate will go to the Northern Nevada Section of the Society for Mining, Metallurgy & Exploration (Northern Nevada SME) to fund scholarships for mining, engineering, geology, metallurgy and other mining-related fields at Nevada universities.
Later this month, the NVMA will also announce recipients of the Mine Operator Safety Awards, which highlight 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 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. We envision 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 Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube pages.
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2021 NVMA Individual Safety Awards recipients
| General Manager:
Greg Gibson – SSR Mining, Marigold Mine Manager: Chris Swanson – Kinross, Round Mountain
Kathleen Autenrieth – Kinross, Round Mountain. Kenji Umeno – Hycroft Resources, Hycroft Safety Professional: Steve Garvin – Nevada Gold Mines, Carlin U/G Jason Haynes – Nevada Gold Mines, Meikle Jessica Martin – Hycroft Mining, Hycroft General Supervisor: Greg Robinson – Coeur Mining, Rochester Byron Brice – SSR Mining, Marigold Ann Vath – Kinross, Round Mountain Safety Champions: Donald Durand – Nevada Gold Mines, Meikle Julia Pipkins – Nevada Gold Mines, Cortez District Alec Childs – Coeur Mining, Rochester Brandon Elegante – Nevada Gold Mines, Carlin Operations Cesar Olivas – Coeur Mining, Rochester Ralph Bass – Kinross, Round Mountain Bruce Woods – Kinross, Round Mountain Katie Kuhn – Coeur Mining, Rochester |
Safety Manager:
Kevin Jessop – SSR Mining, Marigold Superintendent: Mark Mudlin – SSR Mining, Marigold Chris Natoli – KGHM, Robinson Jon Laird – Hycroft Mining, Hycroft Supervisor: Matt Harris – Granite Construction Jesse Cholico – Coeur Mining, Rochester Andrew Smith – SSR Mining, Marigold Eric Merritt – Kinross, Round Mountain Brady Jackson – KGHM, Robinson Jack Thacker – Coeur Mining, Rochester Les Otto – SSR Mining, Marigold Adan Nevarez – Nevada Gold Mines, Cortez Hills U/G Rene Blanco – SSR Mining, Marigold Trainer: Steve Salazar – KGHM, Robinson Darrell McMillan – Kinross, Round Mountain Jericha Jackson – Nevada Gold Mines, Carlin Operations EMS Mine Rescue: Cody Wilcox – KGHM, Robinson Monica Standaert – SSR Mining, Marigold John Burton – Kinross, Round Mountain |