Analytical Geochemistry Laboratory Batch Records Since 1996

Paper records document the analysis of all sample batches processed by the British Geological Survey's Analytical Geochemistry Laboratory since June 1996. The dataset underpins UKAS accreditation awarded in August 1999, archiving the full progress of samples from registration to final client reporting.

Use Cases

• Analyze sample processing timelines and workflow efficiency using documented progress stages from registration to reporting.
• Correlate raw data from analytical instruments with final reported data to assess laboratory quality control.
• Audit geochemical data for specific sample batches using archived supporting evidence to resolve client queries.

Strengths

• Continuous record collection spanning from June 1996 to the present.
• Archives the complete analytical workflow for each batch, including instrument raw data.
• Created to support formal UKAS accreditation standards awarded in August 1999.

Limitations

• Data format is paper records, requiring digitization for computational analysis.
• Specific data volume, row count, and column structure are unknown.
• Scope is limited to samples processed by the BGS Analytical Geochemistry Laboratory.

Provenance

Source

British Geological Survey (BGS)

Collection Method

Archived paper records for each batch of samples submitted for analysis.

Time Range

From June 1996 onward.

Freshness

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Geography

Samples from internal and external customers of the BGS laboratory in Keyworth, UK.