With cooperative weather and many volunteers and sponsors, last week’s 2015 Manitoba Provincial Mine Rescue Competition in Flin Flon has been deemed a success.
Hudbay Flin Flon took home the Runner Up Award, with Vale Manitoba Operations out of Thompson taking top spot. It marked the first time since 2005 that Thompson won the competition.
Also participating were Hudbay Snow Lake along with Tanco from Bernic Lake in southern Manitoba.
The Technician Award was presented to Craig Kulbaba of Tanco. This award is given to the individual who demonstrates the highest level of proficiency in preparing the breathing apparatus that rescue personnel use in emergency situations.
Mine rescue competitions have been held in Manitoba for 54 years. The competitions test the completeness of emergency response plans and competencies of response personnel.
Teams are judged on first aid, firefighting, knowledge, obstacle and recovery and practical skills.
