Tailings Storage Facility (TSF) Design, Construction & Management Master Class

Tailings Storage Facility (TSF) Design, Construction & Management Master Class

Training Dates & Venues

3rd – 7th August 2026
Sandton Court Yard Hotel, Johannesburg, South Africa

24th – 28th August 2026
Livingstone, Zambia

As mining operations continue to face increasing scrutiny over tailings management, the need for safe, sustainable, and well-governed Tailings Storage Facilities (TSFs) has never been greater. This intensive Master Class is designed to bridge the gap between engineering design, operational excellence, risk management, and regulatory compliance, equipping professionals with the knowledge and practical tools required to manage TSFs throughout their lifecycle.

The programme addresses the real-world technical, environmental, governance, and operational challenges that have contributed to major TSF failures globally, while exploring emerging technologies and industry best practices shaping the future of tailings management.

Why Attend?

By attending this Master Class, participants will gain practical knowledge, industry insights, and proven strategies in:

• TSF design principles, geotechnical engineering, soil mechanics, and embankment stability
• Water balance management, seepage control, drainage systems, and climate resilience
• Tailings risk assessment, failure mechanisms, consequence classification, and risk mitigation
• Geotechnical investigations, instrumentation, digital monitoring systems, and data-driven decision-making
• Operational integrity management, Operations, Maintenance & Surveillance (OMS) systems, and emergency preparedness
• Governance responsibilities under the Global Industry Standard on Tailings Management (GISTM), ESG requirements, and regulatory frameworks
• Closure planning, rehabilitation strategies, and sustainable tailings management practices
• Emerging technologies, Artificial Intelligence (AI), remote monitoring, and future innovations in TSF management
• Lessons learned from major global tailings failures and international best practices

Key Benefits

Participants will be able to:

• Strengthen TSF safety, performance, and operational reliability
• Improve compliance with international standards and regulatory requirements
• Enhance risk identification, monitoring, and mitigation capabilities
• Develop effective governance and accountability structures
• Implement modern monitoring technologies and data analytics tools
• Support sustainable mining practices and environmental stewardship
• Contribute to safer, more resilient, and responsible tailings management programmes

Who Should Attend?

This programme is specifically designed for professionals involved in the design, construction, operation, governance, and regulation of Tailings Storage Facilities, including:

• Geotechnical Engineers
• Civil Engineers
• Mining Engineers
• Tailings Engineers
• Responsible Tailings Facility Engineers (RTFEs)
• TSF Operations and Maintenance Personnel
• Environmental Scientists and Specialists
• ESG, Risk and Compliance Professionals
• Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Practitioners
• Regulators and Dam Safety Inspectors
• Project Managers and Mine Managers
• Consultants, Technical Advisors, and Engineering Service Providers
• Government Officials involved in mining, environmental management, and dam safety

Expected Outcome

Upon completion of this Master Class, delegates will possess a comprehensive understanding of TSF design, construction, operation, monitoring, governance, and closure. They will be better equipped to manage risks, ensure compliance, enhance operational performance, and contribute to the safe, sustainable, and responsible management of tailings facilities within their organisations.

Register today to strengthen your organisation's tailings management capability and align with global best practices in TSF governance, safety, and sustainability.