Each facility will have guidelines to be followed for the safe operation of activities performed there. The company has operating manuals that include emergency response procedures. All operators have been trained and refresher courses are arranged periodically. The facilities will have fire systems and in-house fire brigades. There are also periodic fire drills and training in the proper operation and use of emergency equipment.
Training is a requirement of Mexican law.
When quarries are acquired they will be incorporated into the companies operating procedures. The main safety issue will be the safe handling of dynamite. Handling of dynamite is strictly controlled and regulated under Mexican law that will be adhered to by the company.