Quarry operations refer to the processes involved in the extraction of stone, rock, sand, gravel, or other materials from the earth, typically from an open-pit mine known as a quarry. These operations include several key activities: site preparation, where the area is cleared and made ready for extraction; drilling and blasting to break up rock; loading and transporting the extracted materials; processing to sort and refine the materials as needed; and reclaiming the land after extraction is complete. Quarry operations are typically carried out by mining companies and must adhere to regulations regarding environmental impact and safety. The aim of these operations is to provide raw materials for various industries such as construction, manufacturing, and landscaping.
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