USGS releases first study to assess global earthquake risk to mineral supplies
Earthquakes have the potential to substantially affect mining operations, leading to supply chain disruptions that adversely affect the global economy.
SGS is pleased to announce that SGS Minerals Services geochemical laboratory in Chita, Russia, has successfully completed the site and technical evaluation for accreditation to conform to ISO/IEC 17025. The evaluation procedure was an overview of the quality system and of technical documentation and protocols, sample analysis, proficiency testing, overview of training procedures, laboratory space and traceability of reagents and equipment. The accreditation program is monitored by the Russian Federal Agency on Technical Regulating and Metrology (GOST R System)…..MEIOnline
