Coal Mining Risk Assessment Reports (CMRA)

Tellus Geoconsult LTD provides expert Coal Mining Risk Assessment (CMRA) reports for developments in former coal mining areas. Our services include:

Thorough Desk Studies: Identifying and evaluating potential mining hazards.
Detailed Mitigation Strategies: Engineering solutions to address identified risks.
Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring adherence to The Coal Authority’s guidelines and standards.

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Understanding Coal Mining Risk Assessments

Coal Mining Risk Assessment (CMRA) reports are essential for any development project located in former coal mining regions. The Coal Authority, a statutory consultee for planning applications in the UK, provides critical oversight to ensure new developments do not pose risks related to subsurface mining activities. Tellus Geoconsult LTD offers expert CMRA services to help you navigate these requirements and address potential issues effectively.

Why CMRA Reports are Crucial

The Coal Authority maintains a comprehensive map of the UK, identifying areas at risk from historical coal mining activities. This map is shared with 179 coalfield Local Planning Authorities across England, Wales, and Scotland. Sites located in these identified risk areas may require a CMRA report to address potential development constraints associated with past mining activities.

Key Components of Coal Mining Risk Assessment

If your site is within a High Risk Area, you will need to submit a CMRA report with your planning application.

This report identifies and evaluates potential hazards related to former coal mining and outlines appropriate mitigation measures. Typical constraints may include:

Shallow Worked Coal Seams: Formerly mined coal seams that are near the surface.
Mine Entries: Includes shafts, adits, and other entry points that may affect site stability.
Mine Gas Emissions: Hazardous gases that can accumulate in subsurface areas.
Geological Features: Such as fissures, break lines, and former surface mining hazards.

Tellus Geoconsult LTD’s CMRA Services

Tellus Geoconsult LTD provides comprehensive Coal Mining Risk Assessment reports tailored to meet regulatory requirements and client needs.

Our CMRA services include:

Coal Mining Desk Study: A thorough analysis of potential mining hazards based on historical data and site-specific conditions. This report follows the guidance of The Coal Authority’s Risk Based Approach to Development Management and Model Reporting Template for Risk Assessment.
Mitigation Proposals: We develop and recommend engineering solutions to address identified risks. This may involve drilling and grouting subsurface coal seams, and re-capping mine shafts according to CIRIA SP32 guidelines.
Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring that all reports and mitigation strategies meet the standards set by The Coal Authority and relevant construction guidance.

Why Choose Tellus Geoconsult LTD?

Expertise and Experience: Our team has extensive knowledge in managing risks associated with coal mining and applying industry best practices.
Comprehensive Reports: Detailed and accurate CMRA reports that comply with regulatory standards and provide actionable insights.
Effective Mitigation: We implement proven engineering solutions to address and mitigate mining hazards, ensuring safe and efficient development.