BDA Webinar – Assessing and Mitigating Risks from Coalfield Areas – 1st April 2025

February 21, 2025

Following positive feedback from our previous webinar on securing the right Mining Remediation Authority permit first time, The British Drilling Association (BDA) is hosting a webinar in April, focused on managing risks associated with development in coalfield areas.

• Date: 1st April 2025
• Time: 13:00 – 14:00 (45 min presentation / 15 min Q&A)

The webinar will be delivered by the Mining Remediation Authority, via Teams and will provide invaluable insights into Coal Mining Risk Assessments (CMRA) and best practices for ensuring safe and compliant development on historically mined land.

Topics covered:

• Coalfield planning and development
• Understanding CMRA and its role in planning
• Identifying Development High Risk Areas
• Key data sources and their interpretation
• Avoiding common pitfalls and achieving CMRA success
• Recommendations and next steps

Presenters:

• Helen Bennett & Philip Broughton, Technical Team – Experts in coal mining ground stability risks and CMRA best practices.
• Riwilo Masulani, Principal Permitting Manager – Discussing risk assessment requirements for permit applications and an update on 2025 permitting fees.

Register now to gain expert guidance on navigating coalfield development challenges, contact bdajooce@britishdrillingassociation.co.uk for the webinar link.