Decree 1827 K/30/MEM/2018 of 2018 - Guidelines for the Implementation of Good Mining Governance

Ministerial Decree No. 1827 K/30/MEM/2018 issued by the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources provides technical guidelines for the implementation of good mining governance in mineral and coal mining operations. It complements MEMR Regulation No. 26/2018 by detailing standard operating procedures (SOPs) for environmental management, safety, and operational oversight. The decree supports Indonesia’s broader goals of sustainable mining and environmental compliance.

Key provisions include:

• Environmental Management:
  • Tailing dams must be designed, built, and operated safely, preventing pollution of surface and groundwater.
  • Tailing facilities must include emergency response systems and structural failure mitigation plans.
• Mine Waste and Overburden Handling:
  • Prioritize refilling former mining pits to support mineral conservation.
  • If overburden is stockpiled outside the mining site, it must follow a safe distance assessment from residential areas, public facilities, water bodies, and agricultural land.
• Technical Oversight:
  • Provides SOPs for the appointment and evaluation of key technical personnel
• Safety and Compliance:
  • Includes guidelines for mining safety, processing safety, and compliance monitoring.
  • Supports integration of environmental and safety considerations into Work Plan and Budget (RKAB) submissions.

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