The Joseph A. Holmes Safety Association (JAHSA) is a nonprofit organization that began in 1916 to promote health and safety in the mining industry and consists of representatives from Federal and State Governments, Mining Organizations and Labor. As part of this effort, the Association publishes the Bulletin several times a year, full of useful safety and health information.

With great sadness, the Joseph A. Holmes Safety Association notes the passing of one of its greatest supporters. Patrick (Pat) Hurley passed away on February 26, 2013. He was a long-time member of the Executive Committee and served for several years as the Association’s Secretary. His tireless efforts for the Association were recognized with several awards, including the Association’s highest honor, the William Hoover Lifetime Achievement Award. He worked for the Mine Safety and Health Administration from 1978 until his retirement in December 2011.

• History and Membership Benefits
• Constitution and Bylaws
• “Come Grow With Us” brochure with information about joining and forming a chapter
• Joseph A. Holmes Safety Association Bulletin: Downloadable current and past issues
• Scholarships to support college students studying health and safety
• Professional Miner Program

President William Cotton Jarrell, Lee Ranch, NM (Management)

1st Vice-President Ron Bucci Indiana Mineral Aggregates Association, IN  (Vendor)

2nd Vice-President Sam Scribe, Consultant, PA (Vendor)

3rd Vice-President Jeffrey Kravitz, MSHA, PA (Federal)

4th Vice-President Mark Zinser, MI (Labor)

Secretary    Robert Glatter, MSHA, VA (Federal)

Treasurer Al Simonson, MN (Emeritus)

Click here for full list of officers and executive committee members

Write to: Joseph A. Holmes Safety Association P.O. Box 9375 Arlington, VA 22219
Or call: (703) 235-0249  Or fax: (703) 235-0011  Or e-mail: mail@holmessafety.org