The Australasian Code for Reporting of Exploration Results, Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves ('the JORC Code') is a professional
code of practice that sets minimum standards for Public Reporting of minerals Exploration Results, Mineral Resources
and Ore Reserves.
The JORC Code provides a mandatory system for the classification of minerals Exploration Results, Mineral Resources and
Ore Reserves according to the levels of confidence in geological knowledge and technical and economic considerations
in Public Reports.
Public Reports prepared in accordance with the JORC Code are reports prepared for the purpose of informing investors or
potential investors and their advisors. They include, but are not limited to, annual and quarterly company reports, press
releases, information memoranda, technical papers, website postings and public presentations of Exploration Results,
Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves estimates.
The JORC Code was first published in 1989, with the most recent revision being published late in 2012. Since 1989 and 1992
respectively, it has been incorporated in the Listing Rules of the Australian and New Zealand Stock Exchanges, making
compliance mandatory for listing public companies in Australia and New Zealand.
The current edition of the JORC Code was published in 2012 and after a transition period the 2012 Edition came into mandatory
operation from 1 December 2013.
The JORC Code, 2012 Edition can be found
here.
More information is available on the
JORC website.
JORC e-Training Program
AusIMM has launched its Online Professional Certificate in JORC Code Reporting for mining professionals. Developed in partnership with leading experts from AMC Consultants, CSA Global, SRK Consulting and RSC Global, the course is interactive, focuses on real-world situations, and its online delivery mode allows participation from anywhere. To find out more and to register for the course, visit jorconline.ausimm.com