It is important to know the location of occupied dwellings that are close to the mine for emergency planning and in relation to the management of possible disturbance. For emergency planning it is necessary for notifying property owners of any serious incidents and in particular any incidents that require evacuation.
In relation to disturbance, knowing the location of all occupied dwellings will assist a mining company understand the sensitive receptors in relation to disturbance. Blast designs may be modified to allow for the location of sensitive receptors. Also, additional noise and dust abatement can be installed close to sensitive receptors.
This includes the identification of dwelling houses for formal and informal settlements.
During the baseline assessment, farming activities, if any, will have been identified and an assessment will have been completed. It is necessary for the mine operator to demonstrate that its operations have no impact on any farming businesses within its area of influence or if it does compensation will need to be agreed.
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