Mine Rehabilitation & Closure Checklist
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Planning & Permitting
Review of initial rehabilitation plans, permits, and regulatory compliance requirements.
Rehabilitation Plan Summary
Rehabilitation Plan Document
Permit Status
Permit Expiration Date
Relevant Regulations/Legislation
Permit Number
Topsoil Management
Assessment of topsoil stockpiling, storage, and handling procedures.
Volume of Topsoil Stockpiled (m³)
Date of Topsoil Removal
Location of Topsoil Stockpile (GPS Coordinates)
Stockpile Cover Type
Notes on Topsoil Condition (Texture, Organic Matter, etc.)
Photos of Topsoil Stockpile
Landform Design & Construction
Verification of landform design implementation, stability, and aesthetics.
Slope Angle (Degrees)
Contour Interval (Metres)
Landform Design Type
Description of Landform Design Features
Landform Design Drawings
Erosion Control Measures Implemented
Construction Start Date
Construction Completion Date
Vegetation Establishment
Evaluation of seed mix selection, planting techniques, and vegetation success.
Planting Date
Seedling Density (per hectare)
Seed Germination Rate (%)
Seed Mix Components (as per plan)
Planting Method
Observations on Initial Vegetation Growth
Photos of Vegetation Establishment
Water Management
Monitoring of water quality, drainage, and erosion control measures.
Surface Water pH Level (SU)
Groundwater Depth (meters)
Sediment Discharge Rate (m³/s)
Water Quality Exceeds Limits?
Description of any Water Quality Concerns
Date of Last Water Quality Sampling
Water Quality Sampling Report
Sampling Location Coordinates
Waste Rock Management
Assessment of waste rock pile stability, revegetation, and potential contaminant release.
Waste Rock Pile Volume (m³)
Slope Angle (degrees)
Rock Type
Potential Hazards
Last Stability Assessment Date
Description of Vegetation Cover
Stability Assessment Report
Drainage Control Measures Height (m)
Tailings Management
Evaluation of tailings storage facility integrity, water treatment, and closure procedures.
Tailings Dam Height (m)
Seepage Rate (m/year)
Tailings Type
Last Instrumentation Calibration Date
Recent Dam Stability Report
Observations/Comments on Dam Condition
Potential Risks Identified
Time of Dam Inspection
Infrastructure Removal
Verification of dismantling and removal of buildings, roads, and other infrastructure.
Description of Infrastructure to be Removed
Scheduled Removal Date
Estimated Removal Cost (AUD)
Deconstruction Method
Pre-Removal Site Photos
Responsible Party Signature (Removal Supervisor)
Notes/Comments on Removal Process
Monitoring & Reporting
Review of ongoing monitoring programs and reporting to regulatory agencies.
Monitoring Event Date
Monitoring Event Time
Water Quality Parameter - pH
Water Quality Parameter - Turbidity (NTU)
Vegetation Cover (%)
Observations & Comments
Supporting Documentation
Reporting Status
Final Inspection & Sign-off
Final assessment of rehabilitation success and formal sign-off for closure.
Final Inspection Date
Summary of Final Inspection Findings
Rehabilitation Success - Overall Assessment
Vegetation Cover Percentage (Estimate)
Inspector Signature
Landowner/Client Signature
GPS Coordinates of Key Inspection Points
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