Sembehun Project Feasibility and Market Dynamics
Sierra Rutile Health, Safety & Environment
The health and safety of all employees, contractors and visitors is of fundamental importance to Sierra Rutile.
Health & Safety
Health
The Sierra Rutile Clinic, established in the 1970s, comprises a dedicated team of
doctors, nurses, intensive care paramedics, laboratory specialists and support staff to
provide medical support to employees and their families.
In 2021, the Clinic supported the delivery of 63 babies.
Safety
Sierra Rutile has recorded a strong safety performance in recent years, attributable to
the implementation of training programs, risk assessment and enhanced hazard
identification.
Sierra Rutile aims for continuous improvement in performance and the ultimate aim is
to achieve zero workplace incidents.
LTIFR & TRIFR (2018-2022)
⚫LTIFR
TRIFR
3.00
2.50
2.00
1.50
1.00
0.50
0.00
Jan-18
Jul-18
Jan-19
Jul-19
Jan-20
Jul-20
Jan-21
Jul-21
Jan-22
Environment
Committed to compliance with the Environmental Project
Agency of Sierra Leone
...and is at the forefront of environmental management
in the Sierra Leone mining industry.
Preparation of an Environmental, Social and Health
Impact Assessment (ESHIA)
...and Management Plan to ensure compliance and
management of obligations in regards to all aspects of
environmental management including water,
biodiversity, rehabilitation and waste management.
Community rehabilitation initiatives
...through engaging in progressive rehabilitation, which
commences during the operational phase of the mine
lifecycle. This minimises the mining footprint and assists
with the development and risk assessment of mine
closure plans. Sierra Rutile has rehabilitated
approximately 665 hectares since 2016,¹ supported by
the ongoing efforts of Sierra Rutile's nursery team.
Note: (1) to 31 December 2021.
Sierra Rutile Limited
Sierra Rutile nursery, Sierra Leone
Raffia palm used to make baskets Sierra Leone
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