Case Studies
Review a collection of case studies that showcase real-world examples of how South African mining operations have addressed falls of ground incidents and adopted leading practices to manage ground stability risks.
Each case study highlights challenges encountered, solutions applied and key lessons learned, providing valuable insights for industry professionals seeking to improve underground safety. Sharing these experiences fosters collaborative learning and drives ongoing improvement in fall of ground management throughout the mining sector.
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TARP ground control - Sibanye-Stillwater, Driefontein success story
- 2026-06-25
- 5.6 MB Size
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Ledging planning, execution and monitoring leading practice (Ledging LP) – Sibanye-Stillwater, Rowland Shaft case study
- 2021-12-15
- 3.27 MB Size
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Trigger action response plan (TARP) – fall of ground (FOG)
- 2021-12-15
- 2.28 MB Size
Permanent mesh support case studies
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Leading practice permanent workface areal mesh – Sibanye-Stillwater, Driefontein case study
- 2025-07-17
- 2.1 MB Size
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Nets with bolts – Impala Platinum, 16 Shaft case study
- 2025-07-01
- 1.54 MB Size
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Leading practice in-stope permanent mesh support – Harmony, Masimong Mine case study
- 2022-10-10
- 3.74 MB Size
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Leading practice in-stope permanent mesh support – Harmony, Bambanani Mine case study
- 2022-10-10
- 3.04 MB Size