Exceptional U.S. Mine Safety Recognized by Department of Labor Awards

摘要

Twenty American mining companies won recognition from the U.S. Department of Labor for outstanding achievements in mine safety during 2004. The annual "Sentinels of Safety Awards," cosponsored by the Department's Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) and the National Mining Association (NMA), were presented at a luncheon ceremony during NMA's board of director's meeting in September. "Improved safety in both coal and hardrock mining has become one of the great success stories in industrial America," said NMA President and CEO, Kraig R. Naasz. "As a result of our industry's relentless commitment to improving mine safety, illustrated by this year's winners and an expanded awards program, mining has overcome its legacy to become one of our nation's safest industries." initiated in 1925 by then Commerce Secretary Herbert Hoover, the Sentinels Award program has helped foster a safety record in U.S. mines that has become the envy of the world.