11 - QAQC - going deeper on accuracy and precision (part 1)

It's time to go deeper on accuracy and precision in the context of quality control of geological data. In the first half of this two-part series, we explore the subject of accuracy: Optiro's Principal Consultant Paul Blackney explains the difference between the two concepts and then illustrates what accuracy means in practice in mining.

In this episode:

0:54 What's the difference between accuracy and precision? 5:12 Why are the accuracy and precision of geological data so important? 7:09 How do we know we have an acceptable accuracy for sample grade data? 9:50 Not everything goes to plan. What can you do if your grade control accuracy doesn't meet your expectations? 

For more information:

• Contact Paul Blackney - Principal Consultant at Optiro: pblackney@optiro.com
• Optiro website