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From Failure Modes to Effective Trigger Levels – A Practical Approach for Tailings Dam Monitoring

This short course provides a structured framework for identifying failure modes in tailings dams and translating them into effective monitoring and trigger level strategies. Participants will gain practical knowledge on assessing failure mechanisms, selecting appropriate instrumentation, and establishing trigger levels to enhance dam safety and risk management. The course will combine theoretical insights with interactive workshops, focusing on real-world applications for tailings dams with complex failure mechanisms, such as upstream-raised facilities.

Malcolm Barker

Presenter
Malcolm is the Senior Technical Director at GHD. He has 50 years of civil engineering experience in the design, construction and safety of dams, hydropower projects, canals and tailings dams. He has participated in many dam projects in Australia, Canada, Zimbabwe, South Africa, Malaysia, Papua New Guinea and China.

Edgar Salas

Presenter
Edgar Salas is the Technical Director at GHD.

Leandro Santos

Presenter
Leandro Santos is the Senior Geotechnical Engineer at Klohn Crippen Berger.

Date

Monday 28 July 2025

Time

9:00am - 5:00pm

Location

Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre

Catering

Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea will be provided

Cost

AusIMM Member – $550 (inc GST)
Non Member – $660 (inc GST)

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Early bird registration closes 9 June

We'll see you in Brisbane from 29 - 30 July

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