Cyanide Code

We have aligned our approach to cyanide management at all operations with the International Cyanide Management Code for the Manufacture, Transport and Use of Cyanide in the Production of Gold (the Cyanide Code), which is recognized as an international best practice. The Cyanide Code helps protect human health and reduce the potential for environmental impacts. Companies that become signatories to the Cyanide Code must have their operations audited by an independent third party to demonstrate compliance. We have fully integrated the Cyanide Code principles and standards of practice into our Health, Safety and Environmental Management Systems. Our certification audits are scheduled to be completed in 2011.