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.”
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 Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, 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.