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dc.contributor.authorDominy, Simon
dc.contributor.authorMinnitt, R.
dc.date.accessioned2017-01-30T13:14:41Z
dc.date.available2017-01-30T13:14:41Z
dc.date.created2016-02-21T19:30:26Z
dc.date.issued2011
dc.identifier.citationDominy, S. and Minnitt, R. 2011. Design of grade control sampling programs for underground gold mines, in Proceedings of the 8th International Mining Geology Conference 2011, Aug 22-24 2011, pp. 271-284. Queenstown, NZ: AUSIMM.
dc.identifier.urihttp://hdl.handle.net/20.500.11937/29713
dc.description.abstract

Grade control programs aim to deliver economic tonnes to the mill via accurate definition of ore and waste. The foundation of a successful program is high quality sampling supported by geology and a suitable data management and modelling system. Underground sampling methods include chip, channel and panel samples; grab/muck pile samples; and drill-based samples. Grade control strategy is related to mining method and orebody type. Sampling protocols must be designed to suit the style of mineralisation in question. Holistic studies focussing on ore mineralogy and gold particle deportment, size and distribution are required for sample collection and preparation protocol optimisation through 'Theory of Sampling' application. Where possible, such programs should be undertaken early in the life of a project. Appropriate assaying procedures are also required. Program implementation will require suitably skilled individuals to train and mentor staff, with ongoing Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) monitoring and review will allow protocols and staff to be updated as required.

dc.titleDesign of grade control sampling programs for underground gold mines
dc.typeConference Paper
dcterms.source.startPage271
dcterms.source.endPage284
dcterms.source.title8th International Mining Geology Conference 2011, Proceedings
dcterms.source.series8th International Mining Geology Conference 2011, Proceedings
dcterms.source.isbn9781921522468
curtin.departmentWestern Australian School of Mines
curtin.accessStatusFulltext not available


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