Tailings Storage Facility (TSF) Management Regulations of Liberia

SECTION 2. REGULATORY CONTEXT AND AUTHORISATION 2.1 Legal Framework. seep eden. ZZ Compltamce Remmirement. ooo. ocscccacecccescccsccccccceccccwcccccccccccccccccesscsencees 2.3. Roles and Responsibilities................... baa a > ee ahade, PRaOREaEReOLEOLEOBRERORERE REO ROR ERR RR RRR ER ERR RE RRR RRR ERR RRR ERR RRR SERRA SES 3.3 Operational License Requirements isititkt #@ & i ss & i itt & & @ | * i isa & ft @ @ i A = rTtietenttt ss # = i - i 8 1 ft & r = & } itititiai & &

SECTION 4. DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION.......... : see eee eeeeeeeeaae ibs Viceneen tae aN tock finn anecle aseveacosy rene Secu cuanee 4.3 Material and Construction Quality SUESSSSCHSSSSSCSSCHESSSHSCSHSHSC SSC SSS SSH ESE BE eB HHO BeBe EES ste e6

SECTION 5. MANAGEMENT AND OPERATION .................0000. 5.1 Operational processes........cccssesrerererssssseveresssssssssesnssssaserscsssessesessasesensesssssacseaseaes <!-- page 4 -->

SECTION 6. MONITORING AND MAINTENANCE. ....--eseeeeeeeees 6.1 Instrumentation and MOmitoring...........cccececcccccscsesceenssccsercnssrsscrseseses 6.2 Operational Maintemance............cccccccccccesccccccccccscccccccccccsscccsscecssssseess

SECTION 7. EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS ANS RESPONSE 7.1 Emergency Action Plan (EAP).............ccccsscccccccccsccccccccccccccessccscscesseeees 7.2 Training and Drills eee ee © eeeewreerer eee eee eeeeereee ene eeeee eee eeeee eee re ere ‘eeeeee eevee et eee eee ee

SECTION 9. STRUCTURE OF INSPECTION AND REVIEW 9.1 Inspection Framework...............scccececerecsesesesesess deigeccdedes ae 9.2 Review Process.... esa 688 ess 6806 eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaeeeeeseseeeeoaseeseseeeeseeee

SECTION 10. ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITY 10.3 Support.............ceeeececceccceens eenaaee aaitsene SoWe denen eindcicseeeess eahadewardac<se 10.4 External Auditors.........c.ccccccccccccccccccccceccees eee ae ees A Sditaatiecdweceee« eee 10.5 Stakeholder.......cccccccccccccccccccccccccccccsscsecces Se ee COREG EER aan aeaces

SECTION 11. TRAINING AND SUPPORT................ccccecseseeeeeseeees 11.1 Training Programs..........ccccccseeeeeeeeeceeeseees Series cckieceuebacasces siwetecear Pe 11.2 Technical support .............. soauteeuusecescssas NEP HER EAnadaretadtacdnecesmevencmesass

SECTION 12. PENLTIES AND ENFORCEMENT 12.1 Penalties for Nom-Compliance.....scccccessccssassvcvesscccctecccossensececccccoccccescesaunes 12.1 Enforcement Mechanisms ...............cccccccsssccssssssecccsesesccsesecnes pecanohieceaaeanasnecseuceestite: <!-- page 5 --> 13.1 Financial Assurance ia ' Se Geepeeeeeeeeeee* SOs eee CSS RSE H SR SHEeeeRCeECeE eee e ee ee eee see eee 13.2 Budget Allocation ! eoseeeeeeeeeeceeeeae TROOPER RPROREREOSOEUSROOEO OOO ROOU ROPE POPU PU OUP eee UR RRR RRR RRS SRS

SECTION 14. CLOSURE AND POST-CLOSURE MANAGEMENT ... eR OPE TNR Oa oT TENN SUTUIT IT TINi stars s0uvnsescnencoscoseceecerereconsevesecocee 147.2 Rehabilitation and Monitoring

SECTION 15 FINAL PROVISIONS 115.1 Regulatory Amendments.............ccceesesscseees ose PV RLEOUDURUELDECVEUSRMELEURMEREBRSEOLEORORERREOREUR RRR ERR RSE REE SSS TRmEaEREREREOBREBRRERBREBRERERRERRERR ER REE EEE EES 8.. 15.2 Review of Regulations and Effective date..............scsccsceseceseeeeeeceeees deeds EOE SE ANS Oe TE i SCHEDULES SCHEDULES 1. TSF Lifecycle Activities and Guidelines 1 .1 Procedure for Site Selection, Design, Construction 1.2 Procedure for Operation, Monitoring and Maintenance 1.5 Detailed procedures for the development of Closure and Rehabilitation plans SCHEDULES 2. Implementation Timeline 2.1 Initial compliance period 2.2 Monthly Inspection 2.3 Annual Review Schedule 3. Application forms 3.1 Preliminary Approval Application form 3.2 Construction permit Application form 3.3 Operational License Application form Schedule 4. Monitoring and Inspection Checklists 4.1 Daily, weekly and Monthly Inspection Checklists 4.2 Annual Inspection Checklists Schedule 5, Risk assessment template 5.1 Risk assessment template for design phase 5.2 Risk assessment template for operational phase <!-- page 6 --> <!-- page 7 --> a ™ ¥ ‘— * , : - .. é . ee tir ae hin : oh.'o { SS « 4 e ‘ - ‘ % ™ i _ "Ss or ‘ 4 .. ¢ i oe 7 e.9 7. . + 7 SK as * 7 - i + Mw ee — ah 4 't> ~ hd a » \* , + , | ~ * . 4 , ~ > - *: a =f . a i | ~” « rh. * ¢ 4 , —_ + i a . o « - a : ’ i E / : a = | J y : a is > - Fl , , es, J i , } 3 7 j = 7 ; a ¥ 1 } hl — Pi i i ' ” i % ' P - = F al L > - | : | * y FL é ) a 1 * if 7? “4 an i he b Zz : ry = » y F ‘ : ‘ , aa ES é ri , — ill ; F a | i _ ' T , f a t { i aF " . = # - \ + ir. — as e| f ' % ¢ | ' | a } | a J ) pp ‘ i sv : , Fi -3— — —- or - - 1 i ; ' “7 i | ; e ’ 7 - = } - ; - ee » i : r bs i 7) E - a = A, : F + ) L x a - = —_— | — — —— | - oo —— ‘ 4 a I b ' = , : | , 4 - ‘ ® ; ' * - " -_ =. .- # ij — -_ “ < SS eee os", ~ — => ” js =. rg - ae a ~ P . = =) oo 8 } ry arate s ® a | x - E ) = 7 Tas « ag ‘ + - VeTIVGT = r i. | = Lara :- - s hae it 7 5 = > i - & LU ) si. i 7 o > yo hb | | 4 ( = — i. ft | } j | J J # ie i Le PAI Freies eh e PIaeLe, on ee . ; FULLER | = A \ BEGLeE - ? i i - - a PP - a <I — te see Ys — ee a been” te = - = i. = Se : wile - a « . ~ ‘Cc : é - a . —— © Po — TD s = L “ - F . - at j s . 7 . - 7 ~ = = - be be = - ee es > - - pias - ., ‘ a y= Lae” — — eh, — . f - . ’ = | Ps a i a Ps rT « , «3 7 ’ \ eo i } i - ' = | See I Te oe 0 5 | » + — aS %, iat? ) f= a 7 Bat TRE j j in ms 1 + —_ | - - - i. - — a . | _— a 28 i. ¥ fh , 8 _ By ‘ ori at. | - i @ he sh = " oil 2. fh | : } , @ F jee - - _ — a — = = - — = ~ ao a ” —— = = = = + a — = ———— ~— —s _ —— ———ee_a A - = ' - a= “f" riwa he &’ = ct ' u ———_ _ - oF — aa - = a a ie a « os = _ e J — a ~~ n on Ss - > a — a - - - —— -* om —_ = _ — se —_ “ ——_ " ‘ . } ‘i | q e a ; - ’ i . - = i i il a . a ’ » i 5 if " i alt é k ) * eT rl _ = - ~ a , - 2 — — ™ i —al \ | Mo ; @ 5 = | , a i w 2 a | , i ' . i ” e s = ; a > & - | ' i i I i ~ ; 3 = ' >= r <a = >< —— al ~ = r - — = 7 > ~ —“. - —— ar a —— - - - = 4 = oo 3 a - ~ s = ' - a at. Se 7 re - — = = q - r a - - 5 al , - » i P ‘ 2 : ; ‘ ‘ ; - j —_ cea i) he A at - a i | = & & —_ - | = » a I - 4 > we ee ee ‘ fa gee i i F 4 f a b d | r . | =a. | : > i ( - | | F - | | ' P = ” t y f —_ “ — a eae ae it a = > — > - (ease = * * , 4 : = 7 —F . aa - & - a a x — ‘+f ‘i a r] . : 5 - 7 5 - - a ” ' ‘ F 4 » o 7 fw " = * i | = \ a ~ - : . : j E - Z — 5 : y of a ail { 7 o 2 i 7 = =e , —s = ~ * = — . a. 8 S. : é a . "oa = 7 a 4 ~ ’ az = — — < = = : ' . ? ‘ | : | 4 — t f a = ) c= 7 | | ’ = a = > = = t j - 2 a 1 pou . _ = =. = = e . es, & - P | ‘ “| ; a . ™ < — ll ’ _ = = ni a = i : ; . i ' 1 \ « : y - + , - - —_ = r r | ™] " / | ' = be A " + = wo < we 5 i + 4 = 7 f - e é | ' t ; ' r - 2 ” - n | ' f tt | , « ; » & a > ‘ _ ¢ = t - ¥ = - ¢ : L - 2 A a — ' + 5 = = “ - r _ 7 z , oa : 2 jp b - ' . , a | 7 «= 4 a 4 * « . = - . ' « 7 ' 1 = = = « wa “a mn ” : = ; | f ; —_ | . ; . , & . | - d ; ' 2 | f f * ‘ > “ } j | | ‘ | | j ; i ' ‘ ' J t a 3 . : a ih <!-- page 8 --> 1.5.1 The Regulator refer to Ministry of Mines and Energy ss the primary regulon suthvortt) overseeing mining operanons and tubing storage facility management im Libena. Responsive for K, Saarela, J. & Anderson, R. (2005). “ - ines and Energy to ensure comprehensive and coordinated facility management, social, economic and public safety deliberations. S (I) Environmental Protection Agency (EPA): Responsible for regulating environmental impacts, including water and air quality and biodiversity, assoc (II) Ministry of Public Works (MPW): Provides expertise in civil engineering and Infrastructure development, including the design and construction of tailing storage Facilities and association. (III) Ministry of Health (MOH): Prov ides expertise assessing and mitigating health risks associated with exposure facilities. uch includes: in public health and safety, including to contaminants from tailing storage related to tailing storage facility management Coordinate with local government authority and (V) Ministry of Internal Affairs (MIA): facilitating stakeholder engagement and ensuring Communities affected by mining operations, community participation in decision- making processes. jurisdictions. (Vil) Ministry of Finance and Dev management, including the establishment an storage facilities. REGULATION GOVERNING TAILING DAM MANAGEMENT IN LIBERIA 2. <!-- page 9 --> L4 Definitions and | ermingiowy | ; tf ailings”’ refer i the jesiial wade petietaed ating ie rom the uneconomic faction and até deacrited aa finahy yreninia ater aiid chemicals that are ore in the Tailing Mortage Pacilities cnieationm tf yaluathe mirieral rink particle tat contain UPA 14.2 tailing Stovage Vacility (1988) means on engineated otruclHe designed to Hore tailing aller extr ) : r extraction and during the processing of minerals (G1 includes Varnes, potide and Wipoundiments 14.2 Part of tailing storage facility and association, ter of tailings impoundment where and can influence the overall lailinigs are deposited i hie are help (4 create 4 gtanle gurlAace slability of the dam ‘iL —s | ) | | atawale (iy iimbankment’’ is the main hady ol the dary. usually constructed using materials | earth. rock or mine waate. It provides the structural integrity to contain the tailing. ibankments constructed around the (iii) ‘Perimeter Nike’? An embankment or series of en perimeter of the tailings impoundment to contain the tailing and water. er is collected and recycled back «| within the TSF where wal water balance and reducing and (iv) ‘Reclaim Pond’’ A pond local it aids in managing the in to the processing plant Additionally, environmental impact often smaller dam constructed to begin tailing storage. It serve as (vy) ‘Starter Dam’’ the initial, volume increases. the base for subsequent raises as the tailing (vi) ‘Spillway”’ A structure designed to safely convey exces» water away from the dam to prevent overtopping and potential failure, (vii) ‘Seepage ¢ ‘ollection system’’ is a system designed to collect and manage any seepage through the dam. ‘ the area behind the embankment where the tailing are (viii) **Tailing Basin/ impoundment : ficially created depression. stored. It can be a valley a flat area or art ’ means the collapse or breach of a dam signed to contain tailings, (ix) *Tailing Dam Failure’ ls into the environment. resulting in the release of stored materia (x) ‘Tailing Pipeline’’ is used to transport the tailings slurry from the processing plant to the TSF REGULATION GOVERNING IT AILING DAM MANAGEMENT IN LIBERIA 3 4 . f as ° = a <!-- page 10 --> (xi) “Upstream” involves constructing successive embankments on top of and upstream of the previous ones, utilizing the dred tailings as part the foundation. (xii) ‘Downstream” involve constructing new embankments downstream of the initial embankment, using borrow materials from other sources. (xiv) ‘Design Capacity” The maximum volume or capacity of tailing storage facilities determined during the design phase, based on factors such as estimated production rates and lifespan of mine. (xii) ‘Centerline” combines features of both Upstream and Downstream methods, with new raises built directly on top of the previous one aligned with the original crest. (xv) “Structural stability” The ability of tailing storage facility to maintain its physical integrity and resist collapse or failure, ensuring the safety of personnel and nearby communities. (xvi) ‘Seepage Control Measures” implemented to prevent or minimize the migration of water or contaminants through the walls, flood, or foundation of a tailing storage facility, reducing the risk of environmental contamination. (a) ‘Best Available Techniques (BAT)’’ Mean the most effective and advanced state in the stage of the development of activities and their methods of operation. (b) ‘Best Practices’’ refer to the most effective and efficient methods recognized globally for managing TSFs to ensure safety and environmental sustainability. (c) ‘Contamination’ refer the presence of harmful substances in the environment resulting from the release of tailings, which can affect soil, water and ecosystems. (d) ‘Drill’? a planned exercise or practice session designed to prepare the TSF personnel for emergency situations and help to prepare the staff and management for potential emergency issues such as dam breaches, tailing spills or other incidents that pose risks to safety and the environment. (f) ‘Emergency Preparedness”’ plan refer to a strategy developed to respond effectivity to emergencies, such as tailings dam failures to minimize environmental and human impact. (g) ‘Emergency Response Plan (ERP)” Plans and procedures developed to address potential emergencies or incidents at tailing storage facilities such as dam breaches, spills, or slope failure , including evacuation plans, emergency contact information, and response protocols.(h) ‘Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)”’ refer to a process used to evaluate the environmental effects of a proposed project or development. (i) ‘Environmental Monitoring” The systematic collection and analysis of data to assess the environmental impacts of tailing storage facilities, including water quality monitoring, air quality monitoring, and ecological monitoring.(j) ‘Effective date’’ the accurate, reliable and time information that is crucial for ensuring the safe and efficient operation of the facility was recorded. REGULATION GOVERNING TAILING DAM MANAGEMENT IN LIBERIA <!-- page 11 --> (0) ‘Licensee” is the entity (typically a mining company or operator) that holds the tailing storage facility (q) ‘Monitoring and Compliance” refer to the ongoing process of checking and ensuing that T'SFs adhere to regulatory requirement and environment standards. (r) Monitoring Equipment: includes instruments such as piezometers, inclinometers, and settlement gauges to monsor the structural health and stability of the dam. (t) “Reclamation” The process of restoring land disturbed by minir to its natural or economically usable state (u) “Regulatory framework” mean the set of laws. Regulation and guidelines, and standards that govern the construction, operation and decommissioning of TSFs. (v) “Risk Assessment” refer to the process of identifying, Analyzing and evaluating the risks associated with ISFs to minimize potential environmental and safety Hazards. (w) “Stakeholder Engagement’’ refer to the involvement of all parties affected by TSFs including local communities, NGOs, government agency, and mining companies in decision- <!-- page 12 --> — ———

SECTION 2. REGU LATORY CONTEXT AND AUTHORISATION All TSF Operators in Liberia must comply with all National Laws and Regulations in Alignment with International Best Practices and guidelines for tailing dam management in Liberia. These include but not limited to The Tailings Storage Facility (TSF) Management Regulations of liberia. ITP 308, 2024, the Mineral and Mining Law of Liberia, the Environmental Protection Agency Acts, the Public Health Law and the Exploration Regulation of Liberia. And the International Commission on Large Dams (ICOLD) and International Council on Mining and Metals. 2.2 Compliance Requirement to demonstrate compliance through regular reporting, audits and The Obligation of operator is inspections. (a) Compliance with these regulations ts mandatory for all entities operating TSFs in Liberia. (b) Penalties for noncompliance, including fines, Suspension of Operation and revocation of permits will be issued base on the severity of the violation. As indicated in the Mineral he Environmental Protection design, construction, operation, closure and post closure. As outline in 2.3 Roles and Responsibilities (a) Ministry of Mines and Energy (MME) is the primary regulatory body for TSFs Management in Liberia. As outline in Section 1.5.1 (b) Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and other implementing partners must collaborate beria. As framed in Section 1.5.2 with MME to implement the management of TSFs in Li

SECTION 3. APPROVAL AND PERMITTING Preliminary permit should be granted to applicants to conduct baseline studies for the period of three month as required in schedule 1.1.2 (a) of preliminary permit, operators mus ion plans and Environmental Social Impact Assessment (ESIA), t submit the project proposal to the <!-- page 13 --> MIME wm on the submission ot e Environmental social Impact Assessment (ESLA). e TSF Construction plans ncludimg: Designed. Construction, Operational, Closure and Post-closure plans. Ministry of Mines and Energy (MME) must conduct 2 Gough mview of the submitted documents and should involve third-party experts tw ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards. As prescmbed by Canadian Dam Association's (CDA) Gandeiimes and

SECTION 4. DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION 41 and environmental impac Operators must ensure mimuimal impact on local ecosystems and communities by conductng thorough site evaluations including geological. hydrological and environmental mpact. (a) All mining companies in Libera involving with or interesting m mineral processimge nuust burld a TSF*s Dam base on these standards Quantified m Schedule 1.1.1 (i) (b) in searching for a suitable site, Operators shail take advantage of elevated areas like hills or high lands. as well as valleys basins or elevation See Schedule 1.1.1 (i). (c) Operator must conduct baselme studies prior to dam construction to evaluate the site environmental condition. As outlines m schedule.1.1.2 (a) TSF Designs must comply with engineering standards for Ge assessments to ensure structural integrity and stability. (a) Tailing storage facilities must imcorporate risk management strategies to withstand local environmental conditions including potential hazards, extreme weather and to prevent leaks and failures. As indicated in Schedule REGULATION GOVERNING TAILING DAM MANAGEMENT IN LIBERIA <!-- page 14 --> fe) The design shall inenrperate Mreaeuree te PTE V ONT peeping and pro water COTATI TTAT ON jut) i sepeiriie tia) fie fivllvewe ayy ri iate ite sepia oil ith linte uytribed (duality Anouidine aru pinality . serateaal if : \ : i ) BALL ‘ sTiide . if : wari Le ' olitie if TLL. ly : TT “al ' ‘] | “1% if LAL "Sia Lo TTiiDiial, TL nT (ivitle "y NA Ver, prepa . aul tail perenne mm pure fin TTLU LLL LLL af fie Minot iif Wihivte | anu | rie iy (MMI) As qpeeiftied hw WETT, Al, & Waidthe, Moll, (tid) 4) Material and © onstruction Quality (a) lise appropriate materials for dam ooneatruetion and liner systenia to ensure stability arid niypheornnn ahulits | (ty) bevayyls nent estriet quality oontrol treasures durin construction, Te Hhepec tions anil ti stinip 44 Water VManapement Design (m)ih sion etteotive water mManapenment systema to havictle pres TULLE surface runoll and water PMs Waller SECTION S. MANAGEMENT AND OPERATION S| Operational processes (a) A Tailings Management plan (TMP) must be develop and approve by Ministry of Mines and bnerg’ (MIME) As prea mibed by lb ngels, Be (2004), (b) the Tailings Management plan (TMI) shall detail operational procedures, emergency preparedness, Maintenance schedules and Lnvironmental protection measures. (¢) The Best Available Techniques (BAT) must be employed for tailings deposition and water management, As recommended by Engels, J, (2004),

SECTION 6. MONITORING, INSPECTING AND PROTOCOLS | 61 Monitoring and requirement (a) Continuous monitoring of TSP stability, seepage, water quality, and environmental impact is mandatory, (b) Automated and manual monitoring systems should be used. (c) Monitoring data Ot facility ‘'s performance must be regularly reported to MME to cnsure compliance with legal requirement, In reference to Niederleithinger, E, Kruschwitz, S, & Martin, T (2005). REGULATION GOVERNING TAILING DAM MANAGE MENT IN LIBERIA 8, <!-- page 15 --> 6.2. Inspection Protocols (a) Routine inspections by qualified engineers are required. (b) Mandatory, Independent third — party must conduct inspections yearly. (c) Inspection reports must be submitted to Ministry Mines and Energy (MME), in accordance to Kreft- Burman, K., Saarela, J. & Anderson, R. (2005). (d) The inspection reports shall document findings, identify deficiencies, and recommend corrective actions. 63 porting and requirement (a) Operators must submit regular reports on TSF operations including environmental monitoring and inspection data to MME. (b) Any incidents or noncompliance issues must be reported immediately. (c) Reports shall be made available to the public to ensure transparency and countability (a) Comprehensive risk assessments must be conducted during design and operation ace phases. (b)Risk assessment should identify potential failure modes and outline mitigation strategies. In reference to Witt, K_J. & Schonhardt, M. (2004).

SECTION 7 RISK MANAGEMENT 7.1. Risk assessment and mitigation Comprehensive risk assessments must be conducted during design and operational phases. (a) The risk assessments should identify potential failure modes and outline mitigation strategies. (b) These strategies should assist in detecting structural weakness, water seepage or contamination early to mitigate risk and prevent failures. and preparedness 7.2. Emergency planning (a) Each TSF must have a site-specific Emergency Response Plan (ERP) to address potential mcidents such as dam breaches or leaks. (b) Obligatory, The Emergency Response Plan (ERP) must be reviewed and updated annually. as stipulated by Engels, J, (2004). (c) Compulsory, regular emergency drill should be part of the comprehensive disaster risk reduction strategy as indicated by the UN Disaster Preparedmess and Risk Reduction Guidelines. REGULATION GOVERNING T AILING DAM MANAGEMENT EN LIBERIA 9. | * . $ f <!-- page 16 --> 7.3 Training and drifts ¢ dl A (a) Ali personnel involved ih TSFs management must undergo regular training and be atic and ensure readiness for emergency, Manavernrent (i) The purpose of this training exercise ts fo ensure personnel are familar with emergency response plans and capable of identifying areas for improvement. (ti) «=—- During this exercise, Operators should develop a clear communication channels and include response actions to evaluate containment that coordinate with emergency SETVICES (itt) «=: Conduct a debriefing session after the drill to review performance, discuss what. how, when and where to identify areas for improvement. (b) Take in account of regular emergency drill assessment quarterly to emsure comprehensive preparedness. (©)ATL relevant personnel, including TSF operator, safety and emergency response ais, potentially local community representatives and authorities should participate in the drills. In reference fe Engels, J, (2004).

SECTION 10. CLOSURE, POST- CLOSURE AND REHABILATATION

Section 10.1. Closure plannin (a) TSE Operators must developed closure plans at the initial stage of the TSF design, and This plan should captures the procedures for TSF decommissioning, and rehabilitaneon that should be integrated base on the standards set forth by Intemational council of Mining and Metals (TCCM) (b) Rehabilitation plans must restore the land to its’ natural or economically usable state. This mrean, the site needs to be restored to its stable and safe condition Post-closure monitoring is required to ensure long-term stability and environmental ie) protection of rehabilitation goals (ad) Ninancial assurances for closure and rehabilitation must be secured. As mentioned by Nenidis, A. (2004) SPCTIONS STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT 8.1 Public Participation — aio i, (a) TSP Operators and regulators are obligated to involve stakeholders, inchuding local J communities in the decision-making process, \s recommended by Kreft- Burman, K, Saarela, J. & Anderson, R. (2005) REGULATION GOVERNING TAILING DAM MANAGEMENT EN LIBERIA 10. <!-- page 17 --> (b) This process should be transparent and the information must be accessible to ensure clear communication channels and to maintain the bond among stakeholders. (c) Operators must create protocols to address stakeholder concerns and incidents as well as getting them Involved with environment and safety monitoring programs. (d) Provide education and training program for stakeholder. 8.2 MME must engage with stakeholders to gather diverse perspectives and ensure the regulations address the needs and concerns of all affected parties. Conflict Prevention and Resolution (a) Reduces the risk of conflicts and opposition by involving stakeholders in decision-making process and addressing their concerns. (b) TSF performance and stakeholder engagement activities should be share to the public. (c) Operative mandate involved, investing in community development and provide tangible benefits to local or affected communities. Especially the direct affected communities. (d) Maintain ongoing dialogue regularly with stakeholder to address concerns proactively and prevent conflict from escalating. (e) Share impact assessed from TSF’s operation with stakeholders and any mitigation measures implemented. (f) Cultivate regular review of concerned and issues raised by the community dwellers to improve conflict resolution process base on feedback and learned.

SECTION 9. REVIEW AND IMPROVEMENT 9.1 Continuous improvement (a) Mining operators must regularly review and update their TSF management practice to incorporate new technologies, industry best practices, based on the lesson learned from the experiences. (b) This process should include internal audits and assessments to identify opportunities for improvement. 92 Re Review and update (a) Ministry of Mines and Energy along with relevant stakeholders must review these regulations rulator and update every five years, REGULATION GOVERNING TAILING DAM MANAGEMENT IN LIBERIA 10. <!-- page 18 --> 1L.¢b) In this review, consider feedback from the stakeholders, technological advancements and change in international standards, as mentioned by Krefly Burman, K, Saarela, J, & Anderson, i (005) (c) Ministry of Mines and Energy (MME) must publish any amendment of updates to these regulations in the official newspape: REGULATIONS GOVERNING TAILING STORAGE FACILITIES MANAMEN] UNDER THE MINERIAL AND MINING LAW OF THE REPUBLIC OF LIBERIA 2024 VERSION 1.0 SCHEDULES SCHEDULES 1. TSF Lifecycle Giuidelines \, Planning and Design Phase, Duration must be 6 months maximum. lhis phase involve initial feasibility studies such as site selection and Environmental Impact assessment and approval of permits Site selection for tailings dam construction: Time frame: Two (2) months maximum, Selecting tailings dam site is a complex process that involves multidisplinary approaches that ensure safety, environmental protection, regulatory compliance and economic feasibility. With that said, Operator must consider the below factors in order to determine site suitability, stability, and safety, ii. Geological and Geotechnical conditions All mining companies in Liberia involving with or interesting in mineral processing must build their TSF *s Dam base on these standards for selecting a site, conduct drilling, soil sampling, rock chips testing and groundwater analysis to evaluate the strength and stability of the soil and rock before construction of TSF’s Dam. (a) Deduce the site must have a low or zero risk of tectonic activities such faults, landslide, seismic activities ete. (6) Note, if the entire area has high risk of tectonic activities, operators are required to create a —~ design that can withstand those activities. (c) The site must have low level of permeable soil to reduce seepage and potenti contamination of groundwater. REGULATION GOVERNING TALLING DAM MANAGEMENT IN LIBERIA it, <!-- page 19 --> iii. Topographical investigation: High and low elevation, such as hills, os, eye dh depressions cloud be preferable site for selecting site for [TSF Dam magna # n saraiee tas higher the area the lesser the seepage becomes. On the other hand, the valley or edge ka served as containment if they have impermeable layer, which helps reduce seepage, and ve the overall stability and safety of the TSF. Additionally, they maximize the storage capacity me tailing, without the need for extensive embankment construction and helps to reduce erosion and the risk of dam failure. Nevertheless, depressions are not free from surface and groundwater contamination. iv. Hydrological investigations: All operators must analyze the historical and potential flood events in the area and investigate how well the area collects and stores water. Considering the flood risk assessment, As well as avoiding proximity to water sources such as rivers, lakes, and aquifers to prevent contamination. 1.1.2 Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Period: Three (3) Months maximum. (a) At this stage, operators shall evaluate the potential environmental impact and develop mitigation strategies. This assessment should include, baseline studies. public consultations, and draft EIA report. 1.1.3 Permits and approvals Requirements Len th: one (1) Month maximum. (i) Upon approval of the Environmental Social impact Assessment (ESIA) prior to TSF Dam Construction and operation, operators must submit the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) report and Public consultation documents to the Ministry of Mines and Energy (MME) in order to obtain a Construction Permit. 1.1.3 Tailing Storage Facility Design and Construction (a) Detailed engineering design and specification (b) These construction plan must include site’s map and location, including boundaries and access road as well as nearby infrastructure if there is any. (i) Draw detailed diagram of the physical structures including dams, embankments and (iii) Construction methods includes, excavation, compaction and layering techniques (iv) Consider the flood risk assessment, the soil and rock stability, its bearing Capacity and potential for settlement or slippage, measure to prevent soil erosion and management sediment during and after construction. 4 <!-- page 20 --> (vy) For safety meneues, construct dreimege systems 6 manage sopege ard prevert comtamunatsan of greomm)} water (i) «= Calculate the stability of the slope properly to eneure embankment and shige otabnlity (vii) Construct emergency spiliway channels to manage excess water during extreme weather cverts and prevers overflow of the tailings (vill) 1.3 Detailed procedures for the development of Pre- Closure, Cosure, Pont -Cloumne Rehabiie stron and Decomruvuon of TSF s 13.3 13.3 Per-Oosure periods (12 - 24 Morths o 1-2 years) Betore TS*s Closure, Operator must prepare a per closure plan specifying detailed engineering Sewgs and times for Closure fi) Stepulate methods for safe Closure and rehabilitation. (ii) The maximum and rrerurnurn tirnefrarne shall be 1-6 months. (ill) Assess potential risks and environmental npacts such as surface and ground water fev) Meet with regulatory bodies, local cornmunities and other stakeholders to ensure licensees must apply for dosure permits and Approvals frorn the 7-12 month base on the secure legal permits and ensure finding for dosure and post-closure activities. {b) 13 -18 Months are allotted for financial resources allocation, personnel settlernent and equipment discard methods such as decontamination, recycling, Reuse and repurposing, selling sate disposal, disrnantling and dernolition, docurnentation and compliance, professional Services and Comm#muntty involvernent. (ce) Assign specific personnel and equipment to various Closure activities. MELA LATION GOV LENSING TAILING DAM MASAGEMENT IN LIBERIA 12. <!-- page 21 --> REGULATIONS GOVERNING TAILING STORAGE FACILITIES MANAMENT UNDER THE MINERIAL AND MINING LAW OF THE REPUBLIC OF LIBERIA 2024- VERSION 1.0 1.3.2. Closure (0-2 Years): From the 6 and 7 Months, all mineral processing activities must cease. This mean the tailing depositional process should slowly reduce or stop. At this point, the implementation measures to prevent erosions and dust generation must take effects. (a) Within the “ 7- 12 months any remaining water with in the facilities and the dam ponds must be treated and controlled through the design channel s or ponds before discharging into the environment. (b) Beginning from the 13-18 months, reinforce embankment and Dams for long-term stability. (c) Use revegetation, Geo-textiles or other methods for erosion control. (d) By the “19-24 months” Licensees must apply cover system. The method that should be use to cover the tailing’s surface includes material such as clay, geo- membranes and soil. (e) These Selected materials should be effective and durable for the covering. (f) Plant vegetable or native species to covered tailings surface for sustainable vegetation. 1.3.3. Post- closure (60 months or 5 vears (a) In the first 1- 12 Months, Licensees must conduct regular inspection on the TSF and surrounding areas to identify any early issues. The Parameters for inspection and monitoring are below (i) Licensees must regularly monitor the water quality, soil stability, and vegetation growth. (ii) Ensure that water management systems are functionin 8 properly and repair any immediate damage. (iii) | Additionally, Licensees must engage and submit th the minister of Minister of MME and relevant stak valediction. (iv) in the reporting document, the reporters must highlight all activities and any issues encountered. (b) in the second 13 to 24 Months or year 2 the continue. e first set of progress report to eholders (see section) for details of post-closure inspection and monitoring activities should REGULATION GOVERNING TAILING DAM MANAGEMENT IN LIBERIA 13. <!-- page 22 --> REGULATIONS GOVERNING TAILING STORAGE FACILITIES MANAMENT UNDER THE MINERIAL AND MINING LAW OF THE REPUBLIC OF LIBERIA 2024- VERSION1.0 } | (i) Licensees must adhere to regulatory requirements and evaluate the effectiveness of initial rehabilitation measures. | (ii) Address any issues identified during the first year, including system maintenance and erosion control. (iii) Submit updated progress reports and document to MME (C) The 25-36 Months or Year 3, licenses shall conduct intensive monitoring activities based on previous findings, and ensure adjustments to rehabilitation efforts based on environmental monitoring results. (i) Perform additional maintenance as required, measures. addressing new issues or reinforcing previous The 37-48 Months or year 4, licensees must conduct com systems are functioning optimally. (i) There must be a rigorous, persistence environme: effectiveness of implemented measures. (ii) Retain details documentation of all activities, findin Months 49-60 or year 5, Licensees must conduct final rey) activities per formed in the past five years. (i) The closure plan shall advancements. (ii) In the final monitoring and maintena functional, addressing any outstandi prehensive inspections to ensure all g, and adjustments made. ew of all closure and post-closure be revise base on new data, findings, and technological ice events, ensure all systems are stable and ng issues, <!-- page 23 --> <!-- page 24 -->

SCHEDULE 4. MONITORING REGULATIONS GOVERNING TAILING STORAGE FACILITIES MANAMENT UNDER THE MINERIAL AND MINING LAW OF THE REPUBLIC OF LIBERIA 2024- VERSION1.0 AND INSPECTION CHECKLISTS 4.1 Daily, weekly and Monthly Inspection Checklists 4.2 Annual Inspection Checklists REGULATION GOVERNING TAILING DAM MANAGEMENT IN LIBERIA 16. - f hs a ~ - * <!-- page 25 --> REGULATIONS GOVERNING TAILING STORAGE FACILITIES MANAMENT UNDER THE MINERIAL AND MINING LAW OF THE REPUBLIC OF LIBERIA 2024- VERSION 1.0

Schedule 5. Risk assessment template 5-1 Risk assessment template for design phase 5.2 Risk assessment template for operational phase 5.3 Emergency Response Plan Template 5.4 Emergency including contact list (a) Migration routes (b) Response procedures REGULATION GOVERNING TALLING DAM MANAGEMENT IN LIBERIA WF <!-- page 26 --> <!-- page 27 -->