IMA COMMITTEES
PUBLIC INFORMATION COMMITTEE
The goal of the Public Information Committee is to support the iron mining industry in media , education , career , and workforce development to assure the public ’ s perception of industry is favorable and supportive .
ENVIRONMENTAL COMMITTEE
MISSION STATEMENT : Champion responsible mining in an environmentally sustainable manner to provide resources that meet society ’ s needs .
• Sharing best management practices
• Promoting cooperation and improving communication between industry , agencies , and other stakeholders
• Working towards consistent interpretation of policies and regulations
• Acquiring , advancing , and applying environmental knowledge
COMMITTEE CHAIR : Chrissy Bartovich , U . S . Steel Minnesota Ore Operations
COMMITTEE CHAIR : Marci Knight , Park State Bank
SAFETY & HEALTH COMMITTEE
MISSION STATEMENT : Promote the continuous improvement of safety in our mines and plants for all employees , contractors , visitors , guests , and other stakeholders by :
• Sharing best safety practices
• Opening and improving communication between industry , labor , and government
• Assuring consistent interpretation of standards and regulations
• Acquiring / advancing safety-based knowledge and new skill sets
COMMITTEE CHAIR : Kent Swanson , U . S . Steel Minntac
MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE
The membership committee continues to work on recruiting new members to the IMA . Our efforts include the evaluation of members ’ classifications . We as a committee continue promoting the IMA and the benefits of being involved in the IMA as members .
COMMITTEE CHAIR : Jim Pauling , Tricon Wear Solutions
WORKFORCE & EDUCATION COMMITTEE
The IMA Workforce Committee ’ s responsibility is to assure the Producer and Supplier Members understand workforce needs . The committee will work with educators and agencies to assure a well-trained and skilled workforce is available to meet present and future workforce needs .
COMMITTEE CHAIR : Roy Smith , Advance Minnesota
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