Sierra Rutile Ltd Staff Newsletter 1

SIERRA RUTILE
INTERNAL NEWS
VOLUME 2 • ISSUE 3 • MARCH 2013
ENHANCING
EMPLOYEE
SKILLS
MESSAGE FROM THE HEAD OF OPERATIONS
Towards the end of last year, Sierra Rutile's human resources department compiled its first ever
five-year manpower plan. It was a substantial, but vital piece of work, which looks at the needs of
the business into the future, so that we can ensure we have the right people in the right place, at
the right time, doing the things that our organisation needs to do to continue to achieve its goals.
Our manpower plan was also an important step in enabling us to identify the training and
development needs of our staff, and the organisation.
As a company, Sierra Rutile is committed to developing the skills of our employees, both for the good of the organisation and for the benefit of our
employees. In the mining industry today, skills shortages are a key issue. A recent report summed up the challenges our industry faces as 'intense
competition for talent from other sectors, accelerated loss of experience and skills due to maturing workforces, a significant reliance on contractors and the
need to develop a sustainable local and diverse workforce'. The last point is an area that Sierra Rutile needs to particularly focus on. Skills shortages are
one of Sierra Leone's greatest challenges. Many years of under-investment in education and training, coupled with the rapid growth of the mining sector
mean that, more often than not, we have to develop the skills we need among our staff.
Our recently completed dry mining operation is a case in point. New staff employed to work at the Lanti Dry were employed six months before mining
began so that they could work alongside Consulmet, and their training continues until the Dry Mining Operation is fully commissioned.
For our staff, our commitment to training and development offers each employee within the company a tremendous opportunity to improve their skills and
develop marketable qualifications. But it is important to recognise that being given the chance to develop skills comes with a set of
responsibilities. As a company, getting a return on our investment in training is a must; and our training
and development programmes should have a demonstrable and sustainable
impact on the business. Ensuring that is the job of the human resources
department and line managers. They identify training needs and conduct SAFETY SCORE BOARD AS AT 11th March 2013
post-training assessment to ensure that our employees are not only
acquiring skills that they need, but are also making use of the skills that
FREE DAYS 111
they acquire for the benefit of the business.
TARGET 300
Working for a better Sierra Leone
PREVIOUS LOSS TIME INJURY (LTI) RECORD 205
FATAL INCIDENT FREE DAYS 1691

2013 Q1 RUTILE PRODUCTION VERSUS TARGETS -
THRESHOLD, BUDGET AND STRETCH
30,000
25,000
20,000
22,849
21,745
25,217
RUTILE, MT
15,000
15,607
10,000
5,000
7,398
8,386
8,812
9,725
8,209
7,728
8,120
8,961
5,631
5,917
6,530
0
Q1 Totals Jan Feb Mar
Actual Threshold Budget Stretch
In February we produced 8,209 mt of Rutile which was above the budget but below the stretch target for the month. SGR product quality
for the month was above target at 95.70% TiO2.
INNOVATIVE IDEA
OF THE MONTH
This month’s bright spark is Human Resource Coordinator - Vincent Davies
with his innovative idea for improving snake awareness and safety in the
workplace.
According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), Sierra Leone is home
to at least 11 venomous snakes.
Vincent Davies suggests that SRL’s EHS department should research the
snakes that are found in the SRL operating area, and ensure that the clinic
has the appropriate antivenom in stock at all times. In addition, workers
should be trained about their risk of exposure, how to identify poisonous
snakes, how to prevent and protect themselves from snake bites, and what
steps they should take if they are bitten.
Do you have an innovative idea that will have a positive impact in the
workplace? If your answer is YES, management would like to hear about
your ideas by completing the necessary form and dropping it off at one of
our 6 (six) suggestions boxes. Your innovative idea can have a positive
impact in any aspect of our working environment. Suggestion boxes can be
found in the following locations:
Mobimbi Dining Hall, Landing Stage, Maintenance Office, Administrative
Building, Kpanguma Dinning Hall and Main Gate Security
LET’S PUT IT TO A VOTE!
Your staff newsletter is getting an update. It needs a new
name and we’ve got five suggestions to put to the vote.
We’d like your input, so please drop your choice for the
employer newsletter name/title at the HR department.
1. SRL Gazette
2. SRL Guardian
3. Ti02
4. SRL Insider
5. The Rutile Reporter

VOLUME 2 • ISSUE 3 • MARCH 2013
SAFETY BITS
Computer Eye Strain
Eye strain is a form of eye discomfort that occurs when the eyes tire
after doing a particular task for a prolonged period. As more people use
computers in the workplace and at home, complaints of eye fatigue,
difficulty focusing and discomfort are becoming increasingly common.
Computer video display terminals do not damage vision, but can be a
cause of eyestrain. Eye specialists advise: “rearranging your computer
workstation, taking more frequent rest breaks, or getting proper
glasses.”
The ideal set up for your computer workstation is:
Screen distance: You should sit about 20 inches (0.5 meters) from the
computer monitor, a little farther away than reading distance, with the
top of the screen at or below eye level.
Equipment: Choose a monitor that tilts or swivels. Adjust them
appropriately for the lighting in the room. Use a glare reduction screen
on the monitor if need be.
Furniture: An adjustable chair is best. The top of the monitor should be
at eye level. Place the monitor on a stand if required.
Rest Breaks: Take periodic rest breaks, and try to blink often to keep
your eyes from drying out. Every 20 minutes, take a 20 second break,
and look away 20 feet (6 meters) to give your eyes a rest. Move them
up, down and to both sides focusing on something at least 20 feet away.
The computer may not be the only contributing factor, and an eye exam
by an ophthalmologist (eye specialist) may be necessary to rule out the
possibility of other eye problems. You may find you need glasses when
working at a computer, or find that your prescription needs updating.
SIERRA LEONE CHAMBER
OF COMMERCE HONOURS
SIERRA RUTILE FOR ITS
‘OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT’
Sierra Rutile Ltd was the proud recipient of the Sierra Leone Chamber
of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture Award for Outstanding
Achievement in Industry at this year’s 51st annual business dinner on
1st March.
The award, which was presented by His Excellency the President Dr.
Ernest Bai Koroma, was given to Sierra Rutile for achieving
outstanding operational success whilst maintaining its responsibility
to its employees and the local mining community, and contributing
meaningfully to Sierra Leone's economy.
Thanking the Chamber of Commerce for the award, Sierra Rutile’s
CFO, Yves Ilunga said: “This Award represents the
achievement, dedication and hard work of every
individual within the Company, and I am honoured to
accept it on their behalf.
“Sierra Rutile has been privileged to enjoy an exceptional record of
achievement over the past two years. We have achieved record
production rates, celebrated the successful completion of a new dry
mining operation at Lanti, and started work on a further dry mining
operation at Gangama.
“Acting as a positive force in the communities around our operations,
as well as in Sierra Leone as a whole, is a priority for Sierra Rutile. We
are proud of the support shown to us by our local community and we
are committed to continuing our investment in the area.”
Working for a better Sierra Leone

VOLUME 2 • ISSUE 3 • MARCH 2013
MOVING THE
DREDGE
Sierra Rutile's dredge was relocated 400 metres
to a new section of the Lanti deposit on the
22nd March. It was a process that involved five
departments, over 100 people and more than
60 hours in planning and labour.
In a Q&A, Sylvester Zoe, senior mine planning
engineer, explains how it works.
How do you know when to move the dredge?
The Company has conducted detailed geological mapping of the Lanti
deposit and we are aware of the reserve and resource of the deposit.
We know how much the deposit contains and how much is mined each
month. Consequently we can predict how long the dredge can continue to
profitably mine the same section of the dredge lake, and when it will have
to be moved.
How is the dredge moved?
The dredge is usually anchored in position by three ropes connected from
the dredge and buried on land. The front anchor is called the headline, and
two lines on the sides are called sidelines.
In order to move the dredge, the headline is removed from its existing
anchor position on land and buried in its new anchor position.
The same is done with the two sidelines. Then we winch the dredge
navigating it into its new position using a winder to pull on the headline and
sidelines. If necessary, boats serve as auxiliary aid in pushing the dredge to
its new location.
What else has to be moved?
The product line linking the dredge to the wet plant also has to be moved.
The product line pipes are suspended on the pond by pontoons, and we use
boats to advance them to their new position.
If necessary, the pipe length can be changed by adding or removing
individual pipes to obtain the desired length.
How long does it take to relocate the dredge into its new position?
We start at 7.30 am and it can sometimes take up to 12 hours.
Which departments are involved?
Moving the dredge is the work of five departmental sections – Mine
Planning, Land Support, Dredge Operations, Mining Services and Survey.
How many times will the dredge be relocated in 2013?
Three times.
SIERRA RUTILE’S JOHN SISAY SHORTLISTED
FOR EMERGING MARKETS CEO OF THE YEAR AWARD
Sierra Rutile’s John Sisay was delighted to be recognised by the Grant Thornton Quoted Company Awards held recently in London.
Mr Sisay, was shortlisted for the Emerging Markets CEO of the Year award, following an exceptional 2012 for Sierra Rutile, in which we won AIM
International Company of the Year, constructed a new dry mining operation at Lanti and increased rutile production by 39% on 2011.
Commenting on the awards Mr Sisay said: “Sierra Rutile has had a tremendous year, as a result of the hard work and dedication of an extraordinary team
of people and to be recognised in this way honours their work as well as my own.”
The Grant Thornton Quoted Company Awards recognise high-achieving listed companies quoted below the FTSE 350, as well as entrepreneurs, CEOs
and intermediaries.
LANTI DRY MINING COMMISSIONING
The Honourable Alhaji Minkailu Mansaray, Minister of Mines and Mineral Resources, officially opened Sierra Rutile's new Lanti Dry Mining
Operation in January. The event brought local community, company employees and investors together in a two day celebration which included
a five-chiefdom football tournament and a concert featuring Sierra Leone's biggest stars.
Working for a better Sierra Leone