Master stockpile management for mining with this comprehensive course. Learn to optimize ore handling, ensure safety, and comply with regulations. Enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve logistics through practical case studies and expert guidance.
| Date | Venue | Duration | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 - 25 August 2026 | Pretoria | 2 Days | |
| 12 - 13 October 2026 | Sandton | 2 Days | |
| 17 - 18 December 2026 | Sandton | 2 Days |
Ore handling, which may account for 30-60% of the total delivered price of raw materials, covers the processes of transportation, storage, feeding, washing and/or reclaiming the valuable commodity en route to, or during, its various stages of treatment. The necessity for storage arises from the fact that different parts of the operation of mining and milling are performed at different rates, some being intermittent and some continuous, some being subject to frequent interruption for repair, and others being essentially batch processes. In our current economic climate, improving safety and increasing efficiency in coal stockpile is imperative. Frequent reference will be made to historical incidents and recurring problem areas in stockpiles. Techniques for analyzing and mitigating process safety hazards applicable to coal and material handling will be reviewed. Integration of the concepts covered to achieve a measured approach to Process Safety Engineering is a key aim of this course. Exercises and group projects will be utilized throughout the course to emphasize the key learning points.
This Stockpile Management Best Practices course will further provide practical aspects to the course that people in the mining industries are requesting. This course will be accompanied with selected case studies to offer specifics scenarios to solve operational problems related to stockpile management, improve and optimise operations.
This Stockpile Management Best Practices course aims to equip participants with the knowledge and tools necessary to optimize stockpile management practices. Key objectives and benefits include:
Enhanced Stockpile Efficiency – Learn techniques to maximize storage capacity, minimize stock wastage, and improve overall efficiency in stockpile management.
Improved Inventory Accuracy – Gain insights into accurate tracking and reporting methods to ensure real-time inventory visibility and data integrity.
Cost Reduction Strategies – Discover best practices for reducing holding costs, transportation costs, and other expenses associated with stockpile management.
Risk Management and Compliance – Understand the importance of adhering to safety, environmental, and regulatory standards in stockpile operations to prevent compliance issues and reduce risks.
Advanced Planning and Forecasting – Develop skills to effectively plan and forecast stockpile needs, ensuring preparedness for demand fluctuations.
Sustainability Practices – Explore sustainable stockpile management methods to minimize environmental impact and promote resource conservation.
Enhanced Decision-Making Skills – Gain the ability to make informed, strategic decisions regarding stockpile management through data-driven insights.
Participants will leave the course with actionable strategies to improve the efficiency, safety, and sustainability of their stockpile management operations, thereby contributing to overall organizational success.
This Prospen Africa Stockpile Management Best Practices course is aimed at all who are charged with managing one or more aspect of material handling, Stockpile at a mine: consultants, mine operators, regulators, and others. The course will also be of benefit and interest to:
Production Managers
Stockpile Managers
Supply Chain Managers
Logistics Managers
Operations Managers
Mining Managers
Pit Superintendents
Plant Managers
Materials Handling Managers
Concentration Managers
Survey Managers
Bulk Handling Managers
Quality Control Managers
Our diverse instructional approaches ensure effective learning:
– Lectures & Presentations: Engage with expert-driven, stimulating content.
– Course Material: Access well-crafted supporting resources.
– Group Work: Collaborate on discussions and case studies for practical insights.
– Workshops & Role-Play: Participate in immersive, scenario-based activities.
– Practical Application: Focus on applying theoretical knowledge in real situations.
– Post-Training Support: Receive extensive support after training for skill implementation.
SESSION 1: Storage and Stockpiling mineral
Introduction and background
Objective of bulk material handling
Transport and storage of coal
Coal Reclamation from stockpile
Stockpile design and classification of stockpile material
SESSION 2: bulk material transportation and Stockpile measurement
Transportation
Stockpile Measurement
Volume and mass measurement
Bulk density and moisture
Particle size distribution
Sampling challenges of stockpile
Minimizing stockpile sizes
Financial impacts on incorrect processing capacity
SESSION 3: Safety in Bulk material handling and South African government regulations
Stockpile stability
Monitoring of stockpile temperatures and Fire prevention strategies
Guideline for controlling spontaneous heating
Stockpile rehabilitation – legislative obligations
Pollution, dust control and legislation
Review of EIA Environmental Impact and Assessment (EIA).
SESSION 4: Case Studies
Eskom load shedding
Measurement of stockpiles
SESSION 5: Mine safety requirement and stockpile management
Overview of Mine Health and Safety Act as it relates to stockpiles.
Development Approval and Mining Right
Compliance with the National Environmental Management Act.
National Water Act and its applicability to the Mining Industry.
Risk Management and Statutory Compliance.
SESSION 6: Stockpile sampling, analysis & Plant design challenges
Stockpile sampling & analysis
Moisture and Assay sampling
Sampling system
On-line Analysis
Analytical laboratories
Plant design challenges
Stockpile turnover period
Blending material from different sources
Open versus covered stockpiles
SESSION 7: Stockpile maintenance procedures
Process Plant overview
Process Plant design processing capacity
Stock control and level fluctuation
SESSION 8: Case Studies
3 Case Studies (Metallurgical calculation and assessment) to be developed close to the Workshop
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