As the General Manager for Witkop Fluorspar Mine (Proprietary) Limited, I fully endorse and support our commitment to Quality Management.

Witkop Fluorspar Mine (Pty) ltd is committed to a goal of environmental conservation in the conduct of its business activities. Our particular objectives are to continue to improve our environmental protection practices, to adopt best contemporary industry practice with respect to environmental matters and to be recognized as a responsible corporate citizen by the public, industry and applicable governmental authorities. We will manage our environmental performance with the same diligence as financial, health and safety performance.

In accordance with this policy, Witkop Fluorspar Mine (Proprietary) Limited will as far as reasonably practicable:

· Comply with all applicable laws, rules, regulations and standards.

· Prevent and manage pollution.

· Strive to ensure that all design, construction and operational activities utilize the best available proven technology and apply appropriate operating practices, taking into account economic and environmental factors.

· Cooperate with customers, the public, industry and government in identifying sound environmental goals and in developing effective, reasonable and equitable control programs consistent with sustainable growth and taking into account relevant scientific, economic and social factors.

· Together with trade associates and other groups, Witkop Fluorspar Mine (Proprietary) Limited will maintain a continuing dialogue with interested parties and will seek reasonable resolution of environmental concerns.