Ukrainian 10, 20, 30

Examine the nature, location and operation of storage and distribution systems for potash.

Indicators for this outcome

(a)	Create a labelled flowchart with a description of the steps to take potash from the mine face to being loaded onto a train.
(b)	Outline the location and characteristics of potash storage facilities in mine sites and shipping ports.
(c)	Explain the importance of rail and ship transportation to the potash industry.
(d)	Investigate the development of new transportation lines and ports for shipping potash.
(e)	Identify the countries that import Saskatchewan potash.
(f)	Describe the distribution system used by cargo ships to transport potash overseas.
(g)	Explore the difficulties associated with transporting (e.g., shared transportation with agriculture and oil/gas) and storing potash in large quantities.
(h)	Explain the quality control process of potash being shipped.
(i)	Discuss how weather conditions (e.g., high humidity) can adversely affect the transportation of potash.
(j)	Describe how technology is used to track and manage potash shipments.
(k)	Investigate mineral exporting restrictions, governed by the Fertilizers Act, designed to prevent organic contamination that could cause invasive species to enter another country.
(l)	Discuss which organizations or regulatory bodies are responsible for the monitoring and response to problems (e.g., lost shipments and accidents) occurring during distribution of potash.