CSA Global is pleased to announce Steve Rose and Gerry Fahey who co-authored the article Modern Mining Geology; an overview of the modern mine geologists’ role and a discussion of professional best practice and pitfalls to avoid” has featured in AusIMM‘s Top 10 most read bulletin articles for the period of January to June 2016.
About Modern Mining Geology:
Although mining has occurred for thousands of years, geology as a profession did not have wide recognition until the 1780s. Up until the 1920s geology tended to be an academic pursuit. The identification and discovery of mineral deposits was by professionals primarily trained as engineers or surveyors (Park, 1906).
As well as the need to find and mine ores more efficiently, the cause of mining geology was considerably advanced by litigation. In the USA, the ‘Right of Apex’ mineral laws meant that pegging the outcrop of a vein gave the leaseholder the rights to mine the down-dip extents of the vein. Geologists were needed to verify if veins found underground were the same as the vein exposed in outcrop or ‘apex’. Details of these exploits are described by Sales (1964)
ABOUT THE AUTHORS
Steve Rose
Principal Mining Geologist
Steve has over 20 years’ experience in open pit and underground mining geology plus near mine and greenfields exploration. His experience extends to feasibility studies, property assessments, new mine development, Mineral Resource estimations and grade control improvement. Steve’s knowledge of structural geology, resource estimation and mine management provide a powerful mix of skills to assist our clients optimise the performance of their mines.
Gerry Fahey
Principal Mining Geologist
With 39 years’ experience in mining, geology, resources and project evaluation, Gerry Fahey is able to provide advice on feasibility studies, JORC and NI 43-101 reporting and Independent Geologist Reports. Gerry has a strong operational background experience in senior management roles on operating mines in Australia and internationally. His operational skills can be deployed globally to deliver onsite mining dilution and operator training workshops, as well as mentoring and training for mine geologists and technicians. Gerry is a former member of the Executive of the Joint Ore Reserve Committee (JORC) and a former chairman of the AIG (Australian Institute of Geologists).
PUBLISHED BY AUSIMM BULLETIN
JUNE 15, 2016
