The Implementation of Canadian Standards for Quality Assurance/Quality Control in the Mining Sector
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Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Mining Industry, Sampling Data, Accuracy, PrecisionAbstract
The Qa/Qc (Quality Assurance / Quality Control) report plays a crucial role in the mining
industry by ensuring the quality and integrity of surveying and sampling data for mineral resources. The
Qa/Qc report is primarily used to monitor the accuracy and precision of test results and to detect errors or
biases in the data. The impact of the Qa/Qc report on mineral resources can be significant. If surveying,
sampling, and laboratory analysis data are unreliable due to quality issues, this can result in errors in mineral
resource estimates. For example, poorly executed surveying data, improperly collected samples, or
contamination during sample preparation can lead to underestimation or overestimation of mineral grades,
which can have a negative impact on the economic feasibility of a mining project.
A rigorous Qa/Qc report can help minimize these errors and ensure data reliability. Reliable data is crucial
for making informed decisions regarding mining exploration, project development, and mining production
management. Governments, investors, and regulators often require detailed Qa/Qc reports to ensure that
drilling and sampling data are accurate and that mineral resource calculations are precise, which can have
a significant impact on mineral resource assessment and management. Implementing such programs
requires better database preparation and data processing, as well as a dynamic and cooperative relationship
with geologists and laboratories.
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