Employee Recognition

Each year Barrick recognizes sites, teams and individuals that demonstrate leadership, whether through caring for the environment, contributing to a culture of safety or by promoting social responsibility, both on and off the job. We have highlighted, below, a few of our outstanding employees.

SAFETY
Pablo Enrique Bermudez-Dobbertin Multifunctional Technician Mine Maintenance, Pierina Pablo regularly makes suggestions to improve safety, such as his suggestion to relocate water pump switches closer to the users. This allows users to shut off power to the pumps in an emergency. Paul has keen observation skills that help him identify potential hazards related to housekeeping, use of tools, and use of personal protective equipment. He immediately communicates corrective action when he observes improper use of equipment or when people don’t follow procedures. He also records incidents to ensure that issues are investigated and resolved.
Eduardo Gomez Castillo Camp Assistant, Cerro Casale Eduardo is involved in Winter Operation preparation and training of contractors on high potential activities. He trains drivers how to properly install snow chains on tires, and he coaches them on winter driving techniques. He spends most of his time in the field inter-acting with contractors. He provides positive reinforcement when he observes safe behaviors, and provides assistance to correct activities that may pose risks. Eduardo is also a member of the Cerro Casale Health and Safety Committee and the site’s Emergency Response team.
Frey Quicaño Chipana Multifunctional Operator, Pierina Frey is a good risk evaluator. He constantly checks the work area and reports hazards. For example, when he saw a truck parked too close to a moving tractor, he immediately asked the driver of the truck to park it somewhere safe. Frey also checks safety equipment on a regular basis and has informed the safety group when his spill kits do not have all the necessary materials so they can replenish them and keep others safe.
Reynaldo Claveria Construction Superintendent, Pascua- Lama Reynaldo actively looks for ways to integrate safety into every aspect of site activity. He works closely with contractors to prepare them for working safely. He promotes a safety culture by providing all workers with safety tools, training on operating procedures, and the site’s safety guidelines. Reynaldo also serves as the head of Winter Operations in Pascua. In this role, he is responsible for ensuring that working conditions are safe during the winter, which includes clearing roads and assessing whether it is safe to work.
Bill Cleveland Zone Captain, Cortez Hills Mine Bill works closely with his colleagues to develop safe work habits. He regularly coaches and mentors his teammates on workplace safety in the underground mine. To promote safety, he is currently developing a safety video featuring Cortez Hills’ employees and their views about workplace safety. For this video, Bill interviewed employees about their opinions on safety, the importance of safety activities such as workplace exams and pre-operation inspections and what motivates them to maintain a high level of safety while at work.
Pio Veliz Corrales Metallurgist Technician, Lagunas Norte Pio’s attention to detail helps him to quickly identify risks and make recommendations to prevent incidents. He is a regular contributor to the Suggestion System which has led to improvements in safety and ergonomics. Pio also promotes personal health among his colleagues. He organized a marathon to encourage his colleagues to exercise more in efforts to improve their physical condition. He arranged regular workouts at the gym where they would get together and train for the marathon.
Edward Gervais Daniel Plant Operator, Tulawaka Before starting work, Edward performs field level risk assessments to make that he has a clear understanding of the task and any associated risks. He uses the Safe Work Procedure as his guideline for performing his job and does not hesitate to contact his supervisor when he thinks he needs more information or has identified a significant risk or change. Edward demonstrated Courageous Leadership when he refused to perform a task on a 60-ton crane because he felt he needed additional training. He requested that a more experienced operator assist him to help prevent an incident or accident.
George Freemantle Maintenance Planner, Ausdrill, KCGM George led KCGM’s maintenance division to implement a 5S program. He has been creative in finding ways to bring attention to their achievements such as displaying pictures and information on how 5S improves productivity, working conditions, safety, discipline and efficiency. His passion and drive motivate the rest of the team. He has been instrumental in fabricating new storage solutions for steel racks and lifting equipment, and has supported others in the design and develop-ment of an innovative hose reel delivery system.
Giles Gillett Site Electrical Advisor, Cowal Mine Giles worked with a colleague to deliver Electrical Safety Awareness training to employees at Cowal. He also helped develop an Electrical Safety booklet to provide information about shocks and other electricity related accidents. This has helped Cowal achieve 11 months without an electrical shock incident. Giles also sourced and installed a high-voltage circuit breaker remote controlled racking device. This device eliminates the need for workers to be in the high-voltage substation when racking out breakers.
Chad Herman Goldstrike Chad Herman, along with his wife Whitnie and her father, Troy Sill, found and facilitated the rescue of Rita Chretien, a Canadian who had been stranded in her minivan after she and her husband got lost on a deserted back road in Nevada. The story made national headlines in Canada and the United States. Chretien made a full recovery.
Zachery Hibdon Project Geologist, North America Exploration – Cortez Zach sets a high standard through his proactive and enthusiastic leadership, especially with respect to safety performance. Under his leadership, the Hilltop drill program has achieved triple zero safety performance to date while drilling on a new project. He ensured that the emergency response plan was updated for the site. He led the formal risk assessment process before start-up and shared the results with the contract workforce. He communicates regularly with employees and provides regular coaching and feedback in addition to sharing relevant on- and off-the-job safety shares.
Matt Hope Exploration Project Geophysicist, Perth Matt’s focus on safety helps to ensure all workers are operating in a safe environment. When representatives of the Geotech Airborne South America team first arrived in Perth, Matt met with the crew and went through a formal risk assessment in detail to confirm that they understood the identified risks and controls that needed to be in place to keep the crew safe. He also went over the Flight Following and Search and Rescue Procedures, and identified routes to respond to a helicopter accident in the survey area. Matt and his team had also driven on all of the routes to ensure that they were all accessible by vehicles.
Alex Jackson Logistics Officer, Lumwana Alex has helped improve safety at the Fabrication Shop, traditionally one of the more high risk areas of the camp. Alex promotes the safety benefits of good housekeeping. He demonstrates leadership in this area by maintaining a clean work space that is free of potential hazards, and encourages his colleagues to do the same. His commitment and dedication has helped create a safety culture within his team.
Martin Johnson Electrician, Golden Sunlight Martin demonstrates leadership in safety and health on a regular basis. Recently, while working on an excavation project, he insisted on shutting off the natural gas line that was located near the project. Although the gas line did not pose a direct threat, he asked for it to be shut down to avoid the chance of an incident. He is also a champion of the Global Lightning Standard. He helped develop a site policy for Golden Sunlight, and trains crew members on the risks associated with lightning strikes. He was also a representative and participant in the Barrick Global Mine Rescue Summit.
Robert Jones Mine Operations Lead Supervisor, Cortez Robert championed the development of a new post blast procedure to prevent workers from falling into voids created by a blast. He worked with his team and other groups that needed access to the blast area to develop the new procedure. Robert led the implementation and training of the new procedure to ensure that personnel were safe when accessing these areas.
Shakil Ahmed Khan Light Vehicle Mechanic, Jabal Sayid Shakil was instrumental in setting up the temporary light vehicle workshop at Jabal Sayid. He helped manage the set up of various equipment, including the vehicle hoist, plumbing and lube pumps, hose heels, and tire-changing and wheel-balancing equipment. His emphasis on safety from the beginning of the project resulted in zero reportable incidents during the set-up of the workshop. His commitment to safety has created a safety culture.
Mary Lehmann Office Administrator, Johannesburg Mary initiated area inspections that revealed serious deficiencies in the fire escape and routes in the office building. She arranged for to have all the fire escapes cleared and arranged for installation of signage for all emergency exits. Mary organized the appointment of fire wardens and provided them with training. She has also organized periodic fire drills and conducts regular inspections of safety equipments such as firefighting equipment and alarms.
Chola Mfula Geotechnical Superintendent, Bulyanhulu Chola personally inspects all active longholes, sill stopes and both waste and ore development headings. He provides support to section supervisors and operators and responds to requests when miners require his assistance or advice. Chola recognized the need for more qualified geotechnical engineering expertise on site. To achieve this, he arranged for a junior engineer to travel to South Africa for geotechnical training.
Stephen Miles Construction Superintendent, Buzwagi Mine Stephen researched and implemented a sustainable polymer dust suppressant at Buzwagi that has yielded excellent results. The wet-weather-resistant product seals road surfaces and reduces dust. It also increases grip for light vehicles which improves safety on the roads.
Arron Moon Mine Operations Operator, Ruby Hill Arron regularly contributes safety shares and discusses issues or concerns from the crew during safety meetings. He is a First Responder and is in the process of obtaining his Emergency Medical Technician status. Arron works closely with his peers to generate new safety ideas. One suggestion was to install one-way swing gates at the top of the emergency exit ladders of 785C haul trucks to prevent operators from accidentally falling off.
Leah Moore Mine Geologist, Granny Smith Leah is a Drill Area Manager who plays an active role in promoting safety. She attends and contributes to department and contractor safety toolbox meetings, and she interacts with mining personnel to reinforce safety messages. She demonstrated the importance of placing safety first during an inspection of the underground diamond drill site. After performing a ground inspection, she halted drilling until ground conditions were safe.
Marcelo Morales Truck Mechanic, Veladero Mine Marcelo suggested development of a new tool to improve safety while removing a truck chassis. Removing a chassis involves the use of a crane to lift the frame off the ground while workers remove tires, axles and other parts. The chassis is unstable and moves around, creating a safety risk for workers. The new tool lifts the frame and supports it at three different points. It is stable and allows operators to work safely without exposure to a suspended load.
Derrick Mukasa Dump Truck Operator, Lumwana Derrick is a Health and Safety Executive representative in the Mining Operations group and he is involved in random inspections, task observations, incident investigations and risk assessments. He works closely with his colleagues. He takes the time to coach them on matters related to safety and health, monitoring and reporting hazards, and other workplace safety related issues.
Jason New Mine Operations Shift Supervisor, Bald Mountain Jason’s focus on creating a safe working environment includes encouraging and empowering colleagues to shut down a job if they believe there is a safety or health issue. He encourages employee interaction during meetings to raise concerns and share safety tips. He puts a safety share on the back of the line-out cards to raise awareness. Jason has a strong grasp of Barrick’s Safety standards. For example, when there was safety concern at the pit, Jason was able to apply tools in the Barrick Safety and Health System to address the problem.
Robert Alexander Nunez-Cruz IT Technician, Pueblo Viejo Robert is a member of the emergency response unit at Pueblo Viejo. He prepares and tests the communications equipment to ensure it is ready in case of emergency. Robert works closely with contractors, and he has completed the certification for working at height requirements so he can support contractors working on communication towers. He requires all contractors to perform a field level risk assessment before beginning work. He also checks and verifies that all department vehicles have wheel chocks, cones, first aid kits and fire extinguishers.
Raul Orjuela Field Assistant, Exploration Colombia Raul is constantly looking for ways to improve work conditions and reduce risk of injuries for exploration personnel. He introduced the use of a trolley to carry rock sample boxes that reduces strain and the risk of muscle and skeletal injuries from carrying the samples. The trolley also reduces the risk of being injured by pieces of the samples breaking while being carried.
Héctor Segundo Araya Rivera Operations Instructor, Wet Plant, Zaldivar Hector introduced a series of new training sessions to improve safety at the wet plant. The training sessions are held weekly in conjunction with the Hygiene and Safety Joint Committee meeting. The training sessions cover a variety of safety issues including basic first aid, how to use and handle a fire extinguisher, the importance of wearing a seatbelt, identifying danger and risk controls and how to use appropriate personal protection equipment, among others. The training has helped decrease frequency rates by 100 per cent compared with 2010 levels and decrease severity rates by 384 per cent within the same time period.

SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
Bill Bieber Operations Manager, Donlin Gold Bill Bieber has dedicated more than 16 years to developing strong relationships with the Alaska Native communities of the Yukon-Kuskokwim region surrounding the Donlin Gold project. Bill’s respect for the residents of these remote rural villages and deep commitment to cross-cultural understanding led him to develop a Native hire program that is regarded as best practice in the mining industry. Bill’s actions have laid the foundation for Donlin Gold’s approach to community engagement, emphasizing community wellness, local workforce development, education and cultural preservation. During a flood in May 2011 which devastated the Crooked Creek village near the Donlin Gold camp site, Bill’s outstanding leadership, and the efforts of the employees he has mentored over the years, saved lives and provided emergency relief support to the flood victims.
Mónico Abréu De la Cruz Community Relations Coordinator, Pueblo Viejo Mónico has played a key role in increasing the support of 34 communities near Pueblo Viejo (PV) since 2010. Due to his hard work, project construction is progressing without significant community relations problems, and with the communities’ trust in PV’s commitment to responsible mining. Previously, community residents expressed concerns about the lack of employment opportunities, and a lack of information about the construction process. As a result, there were frequent strikes. Mónico worked diligently to resolve grievances in a timely manner and stakeholders know the mechanism is available and well-managed. Mónico has exceptional leadership and organizational skills, and a great sense of loyalty, responsibility and optimism. As a life-long resident of communities near the site, he has the respect of Barrick’s most important stakeholders.
Sarah Hinton Environmental Coordinator, Cortez Sarah Hinton is an active member of the Lander County Committee Against Domestic Violence, where she volunteers to organize local events and is on the organization’s board. She coordinates activities with Battle Mountain High School and several other organizations to raise awareness about domestic violence in the Battle Mountain community. Sarah is also a member of the Lander County Sustainable Development Committee and is involved with the Future Industrial Needs Project (FIND) in Battle Mountain, which won a national sustainable development award in Washington D.C. in 2010. She is also on the Lander County Economic Development Authority board. Sarah takes an active role in all these groups and communicates with Barrick staff on their activities. Her involvement contributes to a positive image for Barrick in the Battle Mountain community.
Tracy Lineker Administration Supervisor, Barrick Technology Centre The Barrick Technology Centre is located in an economically depressed part of the City of Vancouver. It is an industrial area with little green space. Tracy worked with the City to build a new garden in front of the Barrick facility to help improve landscaping in the community and provide some green space around the facility. Tracy issued a contract to a local charity, Mission Possible, to have their members take care of the garden. Members of Mission Possible are homeless people or those with health or addiction issues. This opportunity provides them with ongoing employment and training. The long-term contract supports a local charity dedicated to helping people achieve a renewed sense of dignity and purpose through meaningful work.
Basie Maree General Manager, North Mara Basie has implemented numerous changes to resolve conflicts and improve relationships with the local communities. He arrived at North Mara in March 2011, when the relationship between the mine and the communities was extremely negative. As a result of his empathy, honesty, hard work and countless meetings, Basie has gained the communities’ trust and respect. Basie has implemented projects in the villages surrounding North Mara: improvements to the hospital, with mine doctors assisting with emergencies; an emphasis on local hiring; and improvement of local roads, electricity, clean water supply and other infrastructure. When the Tanzanian prime minister visited, the locals praised Basie as a “good man” and North Mara as a “good neighbour.”
Brian Mason Environmental Superintendant, Ruby Hill Mine Brian’s knowledge of Western Shoshone history, traditions and their natural connections to the land has been integral to the planning, permitting and construction of the Cortez Hills project, along with continuing operations at Ruby Hill. Brian’s efforts are important to engagement with Western Shoshone communities in rural Nevada. His contributions include planning and managing the pine tree harvest project at Cortez Hills, the first of its kind in Nevada, which provides essential firewood to elders and members of several Shoshone communities. He organizes and escorts groups of Western Shoshone elders for traditional pine nut picking in remote areas, on Barrick property and public lands. Brian has coordinated and transported groups of Western Shoshone to native language forums and workshops in Salt Lake City as part of a major cultural preservation program funded by Barrick.
Greg (Brow) McIntyre Plant Operator, Cowal Mine Greg initiated the Brower’s Charity Walk in 2007 to raise funds for local community charities. More than $100,000 has been raised to date through these annual walks. Each of the five walks is approximately 45 kilometres from start to finish, with 60 walkers participating annually. Local charities depend on community fund raising to support those in need of medical, accommodation or transport assistance during times of illness. Greg and, by association, Barrick are viewed by the West Wyalong community as deeply caring about the local community and the people within it.
Moses Msofe Community Liaison Officer, Buzwagi Moses Msofe launched the Rafiki Surgical Mission project in 2009. It provides health support to community members who suffer from cleft lip and palate, burn scarring and other serious conditions. Over 50 community members have benefited to date. With support from General Manager Boyd Timler, Moses took a collaborative approach, engaging the community through a series of meetings, including personal visits to assess the most critical community requirements. A rollout plan involved key government medical experts to ensure correct screening procedures were established and conducted prior to treating patients. Moses ensured that hospitalized patients received quality care during their medical procedures and conducted follow-up visits to ensure they were recovering properly. The Rafiki surgical mission has helped demonstrate ABG’s commitment to host communities.
Julie Shuttleworth General Manager, Granny Smith Julie has demonstrated strong leadership with a focus on corporate social responsibility. Granny Smith was recently recognized with a gold award by the Volunteer Employee Recognition Program in support of the local Fire and Emergency Services Authority. Julie identified a need for outreach to the Laverton School, where absenteeism and other social issues are a problem. Working with school staff and local police, Julie involved the site in several initiatives resulting in improved school attendance and sporting opportunities for children. She encourages educational visits to the mine and regularly speaks at seminars, career fairs, and educational events in Perth and Kalgoorlie. She continued an initiative to send used books to Tanzanian schools, is personally sponsoring the Prize in Mineral Processing at Murdoch University, and is a mentor with WIMWA (Women in Mining WA).
Joe Westhuizen Project Manager, Lumwana Joe collaborates closely with the Community Relations office, and has worked diligently with small-scale farmers, schools, homes for the aged and other groups in the local community. Joe led a two month practical training project for local community members, which could potentially lead to employment at the mine. He has helped farmers improve their production of fresh vegetables. This has increased the amount of produce the mine is now ordering locally. Joe has increased both cash purchases and the number of local suppliers, and this has strengthened relationships with the local community.

ENVIRONMENT
Dave Adams Manager Power Generation, Anawe MV Capacitor Bank, Porgera Dave led an energy efficiency project which began in 2008 and was completed in 2011 following the progressive installation of meters to measure power usage and report energy savings. Less gas fuel is consumed to produce power and less diesel fuel is burned to make up a shortfall at the receiving end. This saves diesel otherwise used to create electricity, and also saves significant amounts of fuel expended to import and transport diesel. This project improved site efficiency, with significant energy and greenhouse gas savings achieved. The project represents a win for both the environment and the bottom line.
Bart Beatty Roaster Maintenance General Supervisor, Goldstrike Bart went above and beyond to lead a number of initiatives resulting in broad savings and efficiencies, contributing to enhanced environmental performance. Bart managed the repair and maintenance of a capsized barge while still performing his duties overseeing maintenance at the roaster facility. He led the effort to reduce water levels in the tailings pond facilities, as well as the redesign of the roaster booster fans, which were negatively affecting production and environmental compliance. His suggestion to improve the functionality of the 30-inch crossover vent resulted in the development of a new design. This ensured that structural issues were addressed, and automated controls were designed correctly.
Ben Fiddler Equipment Operator, Cortez Hills Ben recommended the installation of portable spill-containment kits on heavy equipment to reduce the environmental impact of fuel spills and hydraulic hose ruptures. The spill kits allow the operator to quickly contain a fuel or oil leak to prevent an environmental incident.
Jesse Holland Metallurgical Technician, Goldstrike Jesse has been instrumental in the evolution of the electronic tracking system (control room smart board) used by the Goldstrike Roaster operators so they can quickly detect concerns and react to reduce the risk of permit deviations or excess emissions. He spends time each day with the control room operators to address their questions or concerns. He uses the information to construct new data points or modifies existing ones to provide the group with more accurate information. The tracker has helped the Roaster plant improve its environmental compliance performance since it was implemented three years ago.
Elio Pomar de Ledesma Multifunctional Operator, Pierina Recognized with an award for the second time, Elio helped reduce the amount of waste oil generated by mining equipment by implementing the use of a magnetic filter to capture iron in the oil. Previously, frequent oil changes were necessary because of high iron contamination in the engine oil. This resulted in higher maintenance costs, high oil consumption and more waste that had to be safely stored. The magnetic filter helped reduce oil changes by 75 percent for each piece of equipment, and reduced oil usage from 27,300 litres to 1,100 litres a year.

SECURITY
Charlie Bryers Exploration Security Manager For a decade and a half, Charlie Bryers has been a quiet achiever in mining security around the globe. Renowned for his strong work ethic and ability to communicate with people from every walk of life, Charlie pioneered many self-set initiatives in developing relationships with community figures which today are key programs that help ensure Barrick’s license to operate. He is held in high esteem by the various community and policing leaders with whom he developed key relationships. In 2011, he received a Barrick CSR Excellence Award for outstanding achievement in his efforts to improve relationships between the North Mara community and local law enforcement. His work laid the foundation for further collaboration on Community Policing and has improved local security as well as benefitting our employees who live and work near ABG mines in Tanzania. At Buzwagi, a security wall has been named after him in recognition of his efforts in establishing effective security at that site. Since leaving Tanzania, Charlie has been instrumental in creating and developing Barrick’s Global Exploration Security function.
John Bwana Senior Security Supervisor, Barrick Exploration Africa Limited (BEAL) John handles very difficult conflict situations with poise and tact. He goes above and beyond in building relationships with the local communities and stakeholders. In May 2011, he was instrumental in recovering stolen diesel fuel and in the identification and arrest of suspects. He worked with village leaders in July after Exploration vehicles were targeted by thieves, and his work has since made the area safer for convoys. In October, he recovered a stolen storage tank and identified the personnel involved without community conflict. John epitomizes Barrick’s core values and delivers consistent results.
Carlos Javier Carrizo Security Supervisor, Veladero Carlos leads a team of more than 250 security officers. He is responsible for overseeing the operations of a traffic monitoring station on the mine access road. He is also responsible for overseeing security at the Veladero camps, the mine road and checkpoints and at the Barrick office in San Juan. He has achieved the designation of Inspector, the highest rank permitted by private security providers. He has become a model to his peers by following standard operating procedures, by his respect for people and his compliance with the Barrick Security Code of Conduct.
Alejandro Cuadra Senior Analyst, Veladero Mine Alejandro took on the task of installing video cameras to monitor and record the dispatch and loading of fuel to help Veladero meet requirements of the Fuel Security Standard. He created dedicated data connections capable of carrying the video signals to a recorder that can store up to six months of continuous operations. He also developed a security system that only permits access to the files with proper authorization and allows access to the video files from computers on the network. The recorded images are used to monitor fuel dispensing and can potentially be used as evidence for insurance claims.
Pedro Nolasco Junior Supervisor, Pueblo Viejo Pedro is an inspector on the Pueblo Viejo Security Team, and is now assigned to the 3,000-man camp, where he is responsible for managing the contract security forces. He is always available to provide assistance and advice to security personnel, and is a role model for other security personnel. His vast knowledge of the site and its operations is always in demand, and he has taken on the role of training new security personnel. In recognition of his professionalism, dedication and leadership, Pedro was promoted to Junior Supervisor in Sept. 2011.
Tim Pruess Emergency Response and Security Officer, Cowal Mine Tim is a courageous security leader who always acts in a sensitive and professional manner. His thoroughness in conducting random personnel and vehicle searches helps protect company assets. During these searches, Tim has discovered material leaving the site on several occasions, including potential ore-bearing rocks, site radios and other store stock items. His ongoing commitment to proactive security countermeasures includes thorough security patrols where he regularly highlights and addresses potential risks, such as unlocked containers, offices and other exposed assets.
Sandro Esquivel Roa Geological Assistant, Exploration, Colombia Sandro is proactive about security. His keen observation skills help him identify security issues and suggest corrective actions. He treats everyone with respect, and he has very good relationships with people on site and with local authorities. He is always seeking ways to improve site safety and ensures that his recommendations are clear, concise and complete. If he notices a potential security threat, he immediately looks for ways to eliminate the risk.
Sylvester Rugaba Senior Security Specialist Trainer, Buzwagi Sylvester is a true professional who epitomizes Barrick’s core values. He is a skilled instructor, motivator and coach. He has sound trade knowledge and he consistently meets or exceeds the standards expected of him. In 2011, Sylvester managed and taught three Basic Security Officer Courses to 86 students and a Security Supervisor course to 13 students. He also facilitates the Courageous Leadership module for all Basic Security Officer Courses and has helped the Buzwagi Security Department by conducting compliance training for Buzwagi Security staff, contractors and the Tanzanian police.
Steven Shoo Plant Security Coordinator, North Mara Steven Shoo demonstrated exceptional commitment and heroic action in the line of duty on Sept. 27. With tensions running high in the surrounding village at that time, he responded bravely to a report that trespassers were on site. He arrived at the scene and pursued a trespasser. The intruder, from a distance of about 10 meters, hurled a rock that hit Steven on the helmet. He was wearing one of our new-issue ballistic helmets. The blow from the rock cracked his skull, but the special helmet probably saved his life. Steven fell to the ground, and rolled down a berm. He was taken to the mine clinic and then flown to Dar es Salam for further treatment. He is still recovering and is currently assigned to light security duties.
Dwight Teed Senior Manager, Asset Protection and Crisis Management, Toronto Dwight has developed systems and processes that have significantly improved the Security function. He designed and implemented the Security reporting database, providing a single registry for all incidents worldwide. He initiated the Security Online Operations Manual, a digital library that provides team members with ready access to documents, forms and templates, making their work easier and promoting consistency in approaches across the company. He developed the Travel Security Program, which has provided training to more than 300 people and reduced travel risk by helping individuals understand and mitigate dangers of international travel. He has taken an important role in several major investigations and field assignments. Through his commitment to collaboration and good communications he has helped to promote a security culture within the company.
Boyd Timler General Manager Buzwagi Boyd leads by example when it comes to issues related to mine security and safety. Since arriving at Buzwagi, he has supported the Security function in its efforts to improve security measures. He helps set the tone about the importance of security and this has cascaded down to everyone at the site. He has a firm understanding of the security function. He regularly interacts with employees around the site to get their input and insight on matters related to mine security. He provides positive feedback to employees helping them better perform their jobs and help create a professional working environment.
Martin Tremblay Security Guard, Hemlo Martin has been instrumental in developing the training material and communication with employees for most of the recent security changes at Hemlo. These include the Keyscan card access entry system, the Mettler Toledo scale, traffic signs and road closure at both Marathon and Manitouwadge. Martin has made many suggestions about the card access system and these have now been implemented. His efforts have assisted the operation with its efforts to meet the requirements of the Barrick Gold Security Standards.