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1.0 The Global Acid Rock Drainage Guide
- 1.1 Introduction
- 1.2 Acid Rock Drainage Management – The Business Case
- 1.3 Scope and Objectives of the Global Acid Rock Drainage Guide
- 1.4 Relation to Other Guides
- 1.5 Approach of the Global Acid Rock Drainage Guide
- 1.6 Application to Mine Phase
- 1.7 The Sustainable Development Approach
- 1.8 Layout and How to Use the Guide
- 1.9 Chapter References
- List of Figures
- List of Appendices
2.0 The Acid Rock Drainage Process
- 2.1 Introduction
- 2.2 Acid Rock Drainage, Neutral Mine Drainage, and Saline Drainage
- 2.3 History of Acid Rock Drainage
- 2.4 The Acid Generation Process
- 2.4.1 Characteristics of Acid Rock Drainage, Neutral Mine Drainage, and Saline Drainage
- 2.4.2 The Global and Geochemical Sulphur Cycles
- 2.4.3 Acid Rock Drainage Sources
- 2.4.4 The Sulphide Oxidation Process
- 2.4.5 Reaction Products from Sulphide Oxidation
- 2.4.6 Neutralization Reactions
- 2.4.7 The Acid Rock Drainage Process and Migration
- 2.5 Concluding Statement
- 2.6 References
- List of Tables
- List of Figures
3.0 Corporate, Regulatory, and Community Framework
- 3.1 Framework for Management of Acid Rock Drainage
- 3.2 Corporate Guidance
- 3.3 Sustainability and Community Considerations
- 3.4 Global Regulatory Guidance
- 3.5 Country Regulatory Guidance
- 3.6 Risk Considerations
- 3.7 References
- List of Tables
- List of Figures
4.0 Defining the Problem - Characterization
- 4.1 Introduction
- 4.2 Site Characterization Approach
- 4.3 Components of Site Characterization
- 4.4 Summary
- 4.5 References
- List of Tables
- List of Figures
- 5.1 Introduction
- 5.2 Objectives of Prediction Program
- 5.3 The Prediction Approach
- 5.4 Prediction Tools
- 5.4.1 Introduction
- 5.4.2 Geological and Lithological Investigations
- 5.4.3 Hydrogeological/Hydrological Investigations
- 5.4.4 Introduction to Geochemical Characterization
- 5.4.5 Sample Storage and Preparation Prior to Analysis
- 5.4.6 Summary of Testing Requirements
- 5.4.7 Physical Characteristics
- 5.4.8 Total and Near-Total Solid-Phase Elemental Concentration
- 5.4.9 Mineralogical Properties
- 5.4.10 Net Acid or ARD Potential
- 5.4.11 Short-Term Leach Tests
- 5.4.12 Laboratory Kinetic Tests
- 5.4.13 Field Methods
- 5.4.14 Data Management
- 5.4.15 Quality Assurance/Quality Control
- 5.4.16 Screening and Evaluation Criteria
- 5.4.17 Reporting
- 5.5 Modeling of Acid Rock Drainage, Neutral Mine Drainage, and Saline Drainage for Characterization and Remediation
- 5.6 Conclusions
- 5.7 References
- List of Tables
- List of Figures
- 6.1 Introduction
- 6.2 Goals and Objectives of Prevention and Mitigation
- 6.3 Approach to Acid Rock Drainage Prevention and Mitigation
- 6.4 Drivers of Acid Rock Drainage
- 6.5 Phased Approach
- 6.6 Overview of Best Practice Methods
- 6.7 Selection and Evaluation of Alternatives
- 6.8 Design and Construction Considerations
- 6.9 Maintenance and Monitoring Considerations
- 6.10 References
- List of Tables
- List of Figures
- 7.1 Introduction
- 7.2 Objectives of Mine Drainage Treatment
- 7.3 Mine Drainage Treatment
- 7.4 Drainage Sources, Collection and Management
- 7.5 Mine Drainage Treatment Technologies
- 7.6 Treatment Residues and Wastes
- 7.7 Recovery of Useful Products
- 7.8 Treatment in the Context of Mine Closure and Post Closure
- 7.9 Evaluation and Selection of Drainage Treatment Technologies
- 7.10 Case Studies
- 7.11 References
- List of Tables
- List of Figures
- 8.1 Introduction
- 8.2 Objectives of Monitoring
- 8.3 The Acid Rock Drainage Monitoring Approach
- 8.4 Monitoring Program Components
- 8.5 Closure and Long-Term Considerations
- 8.6 References and Further Reading
- List of Tables
- List of Figures
- List of Photos
9.0 Acid Rock Drainage Management and Peformance Assessment
- 9.1 Introduction
- 9.2 Developing Acid Rock Drainage Management Plans
- 9.2.1 Sustainability Considerations
- 9.2.2 Mine Life Cycle Considerations
- 9.2.3 Acid Rock Drainage Control – a Multidisciplinary Task
- 9.2.4 ARD Maturity and the Mine-Life Cycle
- 9.2.5 Design for Closure
- 9.2.6 Engineering Design Process
- 9.2.7 Risk Assessment, Management, and Contingency Plans
- 9.2.8 Monitoring Performance and Assessment of Success
- 9.3 Implementing the Acid Rock Drainage Management Plan
- 9.4 Long-Term Considerations
- 9.5 References
- List of Tables
- List of Figures
10.0 Acid Rock Drainage Communication and Consulting
- 10.1 Introduction
- 10.2 Why Communicate and Consult about Acid Rock Drainage?
- 10.3 Mining Disciplines Involved in Acid Rock Drainage Management and Communication
- 10.4 Planning Communication and Consultation on Acid Rock Drainage
- 10.5 Communication and Consultation about Acid Rock Drainage for each Mining Phase
- 10.6 Good-Practice Principles and Approaches
- 10.7 Responsibilities of Regulators
- 10.8 Guidelines for Acid Rock Drainage Reporting
- 10.9 References
- List of Tables
- List of Figures
11.0 ARD Management in the Future
- 11.1 Introduction
- 11.2 ARD Research and Management - Today and Tomorrow
- 11.3 Stakeholder Roles
- References
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