Mine rescue contests provide Kentucky's mine rescue teams a means of maintaining their skills and showcasing them in a competitive venue. The competition is intense, but the exchange of knowledge and training gathered during these contests unifies the teams statewide. Several contests were held in 2006. Winners and pictures follow:
Contest pictures
Team Champion
American Coal Company, Galatia Mine
Benchman Champion (BG-4)
Larry McDonald
Kentucky Mining Institute Bench BG174 Champion
Joe Meyers
Benchman Champion (Biopak)
Scott Milligan
Kentucky Mining Institute Pre-shift Champion
Jeff Clark
Mine Emergency Technician (M.E.T.) Team Champion
Twenty Mile Coal Company