The Elk Valley Safety Association (EVSA) joined forces with Team Miracle recently to show support for the local teams competing in the 92nd Annual EKMISA Zone Mine Rescue Competition held at Finning in Sparwood.
Elk Valley Safety Association is an association that was put together last year by contractors and companies who work in the Elk Valley. It’s comprised of safety professionals, branch managers, company owners, suppliers, and employees, all sharing the common goal of making the Elk Valley a safe place to work and live.
Team Miracle is a not-for-profit organization that enters exhibition mine rescue teams in the various zone competitions as well as providing demonstrations and promoting safety at various mining industry events. The goal of the team is to raise awareness and support for the BC Children’s Hospital via Mining for Miracles in addition to demonstrating support and raising awareness about the often unrecognized support mine rescue personnel contribute back into our communities that we live, work and play in. Many of these individuals volunteer their time and expertise on the local Fire Services, Search and Rescue and Ambulance teams. Team Miracle consists of representatives from across the mining industry in BC – i.e.: consultants, suppliers, managers, environmental officers, safety professionals, financing and even senior leaders.
For anyone interesting in joining the EVSA, contact Catherine Reed at Finning, James Hillman at P&H, or Randy Bergsveinson at SMS.