2008-09-22_PERMIT FILE - X200823002 (3)

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8.0 EXPLORATION METHODS The exploration methods utilized will be essentially the same as those employed during the previous drilling programs on the expired licenses. Site specific stipulations contained as Section 11a through 11g from the previous drilling program under Exploration Licenses COC- 62949 and COC-67737 are incorporated in this exploration plan and application for Exploration License and will be adhered to. 8.1 Equipment BME anticipates one contractor-supplied drilling unit will be sufficient to complete the drilling program within the scheduled time period. A basic drilling unit consists of a Gardner Denver 1500 or 2000 or equivalent air-water combination drill mounted on a tandem axle truck, drill-pipe trailer or truck, auxiliary air compressors and tools, a water truck and a supporting pickup truck. 8.2 Safety and Protection of Environment All personnel will be instructed in techniques to prevent accidental fires. Portable fire extinguishers will be available in all drill rigs and vehicles. Blow-out preventers should not be necessary since no gas occurrences were reported during previous drilling programs in the area. The chosen access routes coupled with proposed reclamation will minimize soil erosion. During the time proposed for drilling, there will be little or no surface water in the area. Mud pits will be dug at each location to receive water that may be produced from each hole. The drill hole plugging procedure will prevent pollution of any ground water intercepted. Damage to air quality, wildlife and wildlife habitat are unlikely due to the proposed limited access and short term nature of the exploration program. Hazards to public health and safety are essentially non-existent due to the nature of the equipment and the remote location. Archeological resources will be avoided. Minor adjustments in access and drill location to avoid such a resource are acceptable to BME at the direction of the BLM. 9