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I. Introduction This Cyanide Emergency Response Plan (CERP) describes Cripple Creek & Victor Gold Mining Company's (CC &V) emergency procedures in the event of an unplanned release of cyanide from its operations. While CC &V has a general Emergency Response Plan (ERP) and Crisis Communications Plan (CCP), this plan is specific to cyanide. The ERP and CCP may be used as appropriate during responses to cyanide- related emergencies. CC &V has designed and constructed its facilities, developed its Standard Operating Practices (SOP's) and trained its employees to minimize the potential for release of and exposure to cyanide. However, given the toxicity of cyanide, it is prudent to prepare for possible releases and exposures so that if a release or exposure does occur, adverse environmental or health impacts can be prevented or appropriately mitigated. The CERP identifies potential release scenarios and specific example response actions to stop or contain a cyanide release. Emergency Response Coordinators and Responders are identified along with necessary contact information under the CONTACTS tab in the ERP. The location of equipment that may be used for response and remediation is provided, and monitoring and clean- up procedures are described. Internal and external spill notifications and follow -up actions are also discussed. In general terms, CC &V's plan for emergency response to cyanide releases and exposures includes the following elements: • Upon discovery of a cyanide release or exposure, personnel are to immediately notify CC &V management. • Personnel shall attempt to stop or contain a release if this can be accomplished safely. • CC &V's designated Emergency Response Coordinator will direct the Emergency Response Team, as necessary, to stop the release and contain any released cyanide. • CC &V management will notify regulatory agencies, outside responders, ICMI, and other stakeholders, as necessary. • Released cyanide will be recovered, treated, and cleaned up and contaminated material properly disposed of in accordance with regulations. • CC &V will investigate the cause of the release and implement measures designed to prevent its re- occurrence. • CC &V will evaluate its response to the release and modify the CERP and /or its response training, as necessary, to ensure an effective response to any future releases. II. Plan Development CC &V has developed this CERP with input from key employees. Potential release scenarios were identified in part by Process Department personnel. CC &V consults with its employees periodically to assure that the CERP addresses current conditions and risks. Cyanide Emergency Response Plan EMS: AGANA /CCV Printed Copies are Uncontrolled G: \EMS \Plans\Emergcncy Response Plans \Cyanide Emergency Response Plan \CERP.doc - 2 - August 17, 2010 Doc.# E -0l2 Rcv 07