Abstract:Systematic assessment of 'as-built' open pit mine slopes is required to verify that slope design criteria are appropriate for the ground conditions and that slope designs are being correctly implemented by mine operations. It is imperative that design bench geometry and inter-ramp slope angles are delivered (in order to meet scheduled production targets), slope design acceptance criteria are achieved, and that geotechnical design risks are appropriately managed, so that the design intent is met. The excavation… Show more
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