Working within limited means.
WHAT SMALL-SCALE OPERATIONS TYPICALLY FACE
Limited capital Limited equipment Limited technical capability Pressure to produce revenue immediately
WHY FORMALISATION MATTERS
Operating without title is unlawful, it prevents selling formally, and it excludes support and finance.
WHAT TITLE TO OBTAIN
The small-scale category appropriate to the operation.
WHAT IT PROVIDES
Legal standing The ability to sell to formal buyers Access to support and finance Protection of the area worked
WHAT TO ESTABLISH
The requirements, which are lighter than for larger titles.
WHAT COOPERATIVE ARRANGEMENTS PROVIDE
Ability to hold title collectively Shared equipment Stronger position with buyers
WHAT THEY REQUIRE
Governance, and honest management of money.
WHAT SAFETY MEANS AT SMALL SCALE
The same hazards, with fewer resources.
WHAT TO PRIORITISE
Face stability and no undercutting Excavation support and access Water control Basic protective equipment Not working alone
WHY THOSE
They are what kill people, and they cost little to control.
WHAT TO NEVER DO
Use mercury for recovery Permit children to work Work unsupported excavations
WHY CHILDREN SPECIFICALLY
It causes lasting harm and it is unlawful.
WHAT TO ESTABLISH ABOUT RECORDS
Production, sales and payments, however simple.
WHY
They are the basis of royalty compliance, finance and any dispute.
WHAT TO BUILD TOWARD
Better equipment, better recovery and formal buyer relationships.
