Mining of non-metallic and metallic mineral deposits produces raw minerals which need to be processed further by a specified method depending on the mineral and waste product (s) associated with it. 
Environmental aspects are the elements of the facility’s activities that can impact environmental performance, that is, impact the environment or regulatory compliance status. By identifying environmental aspects, activities and associated impacts need to be controlled to achieve environmental performance objectives. More significant aspects require more significant controls, helping to manage environmental risk.