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Michigan Hazmat Responder of the Year Award

The Michigan State Police, Hazardous Materials Training Unit has established a new annual award recognizing the Michigan hazardous materials responder who has made significant contributions locally or regionally to the hazardous materials emergency response profession. This award recognizes individuals who exemplify great leadership and commitment to the mission and goals of the Michigan hazardous materials response community. Nominees are highly esteemed by their colleagues and peers and are recognized for upholding professional standards, mentoring others, and contributing to day-to-day excellence within their chosen department/agency.

This prestigious award will be presented at the 2025 Michigan Hazmat Responder Conference (MIHRC) on April 23 at Boyne Mountain Resort.

To Nominate a Responder:

The nominations must be completed via the online survey. It will include the name and information about the nominated person, the submitter’s information, and a written statement explaining the reasons for nominating the individual for the award.

The submissions will be reviewed by the MIHRC Committee along with other outside persons and rated on the merit of each submission. Members of the committee may also submit persons for consideration. If a member of the committee submits a nomination, that person shall abstain from voting.

All nominations must be received by February 20, 2025. The winner will be contacted by March 10, 2025, and recognized at the 2025 Michigan Hazmat Responder Conference on April 23, 2025, at Boyne Mountain Resort.

Winner Receives:

  • Free attendee registration, lodging, and conference provided meals to the 2025 MIHRC on April 22-24, 2025.
  • Recognition at General Session the morning of April 23.
  • An award to take back to their home or agency to proudly display.
  • Recognition on the new Michigan Hazmat Responder of the Year plaque to be on display in the lobby of the Michigan Hazmat Training Center.
  • And of course, bragging rights!