Abstract
The article discusses the use of laser scanning technology for observing the deformations of an open pit walls in iron ore deposits. To carry out observations and analysis of the results obtained, an iron ore quarry was selected. The task of the study is to summarize methods and technical means used at mining enterprises for observing and measuring deformations in mountain ranges. The safety and efficiency of iron ore quarries is largely determined by the methods used to monitor the deformation process and calculate the stability of the pit walls and dumps. Based on the analysis of existing approaches to solving this problem, a conclusion was drawn on the advisability of using a laser scanning system for assessing sustainability. As a result, an analysis of the measurement results obtained in a digital model of the quarry near-surface arrays was obtained, which allows creating an electronic database for further use in surveying and geomechanical tasks.