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Communication

Introduction

Communication projects, such as education, training and community participation, funded to date through the ALSF have been reviewed. Below is a synopsis of the projects that have been undertaken and the stakeholders they are relevant to. The full project outputs can also be viewed.

Education for Schools

Yorkshire Quarry Arts: arts-science collaboration towards improved public perception.
Virtual quarry and open access education resource.
Quarry Safety for Teenagers.
Potential for educational use of aggregate sites.

Education and Training for Mineral Planners

CPD Training Modules for use by Mineral Planners, Regulators, Operators and Consultants.
How does a quarry operate? Practical training on minerals operations.

Education and Training for Quarry Staff

An Education Strategy for the Planning and Safe Operation of Quarries.
Improving standards of health and safety management in the quarrying sector.
Pocket Guide to Environmental Legislation for Aggregates SME's.
Environmental e-Training for the Aggregate Sector.
Cutting Work-Related Accidents, Dangerous Occurrences and Occupational Ill-Health by Sharing Best Practices.
Addressing significant gaps in education & training for current and prospective managers in quarrying.
To Establish an e-Learning Source for Trainee Quarry Managers.
Engaging Independent Aggregate Operators in Research & Development British Aggregates Association.
CPD Training Modules for use by Mineral Planners, Regulators, Operators and Consultants.

Education and Training for Statutory Environmental Bodies

Improving Environmental Outcomes for the Minerals Industry & Statutory Environmental Bodies: Review of Barriers and Opportunities.
How does a quarry operate? Practical training on minerals operations

Community Participation

Community engagement - promoting good practice in the aggregates industry.
Cultural Landscapes and Stories of the Earth: Gateways for Research, Community Participation and Interpretations for the After-Use of Aggregate Quarry Sites Nearing Closure.
Training and Information for Sustainable Aggregates Provision.
Visualising the Past, present and future of quarries in the landscape: tools to aid community engagement.
Foundations of the Peak.
Geology and Aggregates in Charnwood Forest.
Foundation of the Mendips.
A Study of the Potential application of Charette Stakeholder Consultation Process to Mineral Applications.
Cultural Landscapes and Stories of the Earth: Gateways for Research, Community Participation and Interpretations for the After-Use of Aggregate Quarry Sites Nearing Closure.

 

Project Reports

Title Format Size
     
A review of opportunities for SME's to obtain benefit to contribute the knowledge base on appropriate technology to improve economic & environmental efficiencies in the aggregate Industry PDF 6.4MB
British Geological Survey Project No. MA/3/4/003 View button

Training and information for sustainable aggregates provision PDF 3.1MB
British Geological Survey Project No. SAMP/2/13 View button

Visualising the Past, Present and Future of Quarries in the Landscape: Tools to Aid Community Engagement. see more at: http://explorequarryrestoration.com PDF 665KB
British Geological Survey Project No. SAMP/2/44 View button

Foundations of the Peak PDF 0.2MB
British Geological Survey Project No. SAMP/1/043 View button

Geology and Aggregates in Charnwood Forest. a) A Walkers Guide  & b) Map PDF  
British Geological Survey Project No. SAMP/2/08 2 Items
  Item a 9.7MB View button
  Item b 28.9MB View button

Foundations of Mendips. a) West Mendips and map & b) East Mendips and map PDF  
British Geological Survey Project No. SAMP/2/10 2 Items
  Item a 21.4MB View button
  Item b 13.4MB View button

A Study Of The Potential Application Of The Charette Stakeholder Consultation Process To Mineral Applications PDF 3.1MB
David Jarvis Associates Project No. MA/5/3/005 View button

Address significant gaps in the education and training provision for current and prospective managers in the quarrying industry PDF 0.2MB
EPIC Training Project No. MA/4/4/008 View button

To establish an e-learning resource for trainee quarry managers. Also see website: www.epicltd.com PDF 0.4MB
EPIC Training Project No. MA/5/3/004 View button

Potential for educational use of aggregates sites PDF 1.4MB
National Stone Centre Project No. MA/2/4/002 View button

Cultural Landscapes and Stories of the Earth: gateways for research, community participation and interpretations for the after - use of aggregate quarry sites nearing closure: to include trial and testing of ideas and innovative designs for soil bunds and site screening PDF 29.0MB
Portland Sculpture and Quarry Trust Project No. MA/5/3/007 View button

Quarry Safety for Teenagers PDF 0.3MB
Quarry Products Association Project No. MA/4/4/012 View button

Virtual quarry and open access education resource. see more at: www.virtualquarry.co.uk PDF 1.8MB
Quarry Products Association Project No. MA/4/4/013 View button

Cutting work-related accidents, dangerous occurrences and occupational ill health, by sharing best practice. Also see website: www.safequarry.com PDF 0.6MB
Quarry Products Association Project No. MA/5/2/009 View button

Community Engagement: Promoting Good Practice in the Aggregates Industry PDF 0.3MB
The Environment Council Project No. SAMP/1/019 View button

Environmental  e-Training for the aggregate sector. Also see website: www.theenvironmentpractice.com PDF 0.4MB
The Environment Practice Project No. MA/3/4/002 View button

Pocket Guide to Environmental Legislation for Aggregate SME’s - a) Final Report & b) Pocket Guide PDF  
The Environment Practice Project No. SAMP/2/33 2 Items
  Item a 116KB View button
  Item b 2.0MB View button

How does a quarry operate? Practical training on minerals operations that give rise to environmental impacts PDF 0.8MB
Centre 4 Sustainability at TRL Project No. MA/4/4/009 View button

Techniques for effective strategic environmental assessment for local aggregates planning PDF 3.8MB
Centre 4 Sustainability at TRL Project No. MA/3/1/004 View button

Improving the standards of health & safety management in the quarrying sector.
Also see website: www.quarrysafe.co.uk 
PDF 1.4MB
Camborne School of Mines, University of Exeter Project No. MA/4/4/006 View button

An Education Strategy for the Planning and Safe Operation of Quarries PDF 2.5MB
Camborne School of Mines, University of Exeter Project No. SAMP/2/30 View button

CPD Training Modules for Use by Mineral Planner, Regulators, Operators and Consultants in the Aggregate Industry PDF 2.5MB
University of Leeds Project No. SAMP/2/40 View button

Yorkshire Quarry Arts: arts-science collaboration towards improved public perception PDF 1.5MB
University of Leeds Project No. MA/4/4/010 View button

Improving the Safety of Lone Workers in Quarrying Operations through Behavioural Safety Interventions PDF 0.3MB
Camborne School of Mines, University of Exeter Project No. MA/6/2/002 View button

Extending effective communication and sharing of knowledge to enhance the health and safety of quarry workers, visitors and the public. An extension project for the www.Safequarry.com free web facility requested by quarry operators PDF 0.4MB
Quarry Products Association Project No. MA/6/2/015 View button

Yorkshire Quarry Arts: Changing Public Perceptions PDF 0.5MB
University of Leeds Project No. MA/6/3/004 View button

Extension of the Virtual Quarry project to further promote this successful educational resource to teachers. To encourage; links between schools and their local quarry operations and restored mineral workings PDF 0.2MB
Quarry Products Association Project No. MA/6/3/005 View button

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