Lara Sims
About Lara Sims
Lara Sims, Vice President of Health and Safety
Lara Sims holds the position of Vice President of Health and Safety. Her extensive experience includes roles with companies such as Rio Tinto, Ouray Silver Mines, Oceana Gold, and Nevada Copper. In this role, she focuses on implementing and overseeing adaptive health and safety frameworks that ensure compliance and enhance operational safety. Her strategic approach prioritizes loss prevention and continuous improvements within the health and safety sector.
Education and Expertise in Safety Sciences
Lara Sims possesses a Technical Master's Degree in Safety Sciences, earned from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. Her academic background equips her with deep expertise in health and safety standards, staff management, and loss prevention. Additionally, she holds a Six Sigma Green Belt certification, underscoring her proficiency in strategic continuous improvements and process optimization.
2024 Communications Chair for the Society for Mining, Metallurgy & Exploration (SME)
In 2024, Lara Sims will serve as the Communications Chair for the Health and Safety Division of the Society for Mining, Metallurgy & Exploration (SME). This role involves overseeing communication strategies and initiatives within the division, ensuring effective dissemination of information and best practices. Her involvement with SME highlights her leadership and commitment to advancing health and safety in the mining industry.
Certified Mine Safety Professional (CMSP)
Lara Sims is a Certified Mine Safety Professional (CMSP), a designation awarded by the International Academy of Mine Safety and Health (IAMSH) through the Society for Mining, Metallurgy & Exploration (SME). This certification signifies her advanced knowledge and skills in mining safety, solidifying her expertise and credibility in the domain of mine safety and health.
Founder of Sims 360 Consulting Business
Lara Sims is the founder of Sims 360, a consulting business based in Yerington, Nevada. Sims 360 specializes in building and implementing adaptive health and safety frameworks for over twenty mines across the United States. The consultancy focuses on creating tailored safety solutions that address the unique challenges faced by mining operations, enhancing safety standards and operational efficiency.
Participation in the Energy Resource Governance Initiative (ERGI) Academy
Lara Sims participates in the Energy Resource Governance Initiative (ERGI) Academy through the University of Nevada in Reno. This involvement underscores her commitment to continuous learning and staying updated with the latest advancements in energy resource governance and health and safety practices. The ERGI Academy provides her with additional insights and skills to further enhance her work in the mining sector.