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6 Guiding Principles of Measurement

Six principles of measurement are outlined: 1) define the measurement and understand what is being measured; 2) choose instruments that are calibrated and in good repair; 3) ensure operators are trained and their roles understood; 4) check instrument performance at regular intervals; 5) measurements should be reproducible and compared with other laboratories; 6) follow written measurement procedures that are reviewed regularly.

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6 Guiding Principles of Measurement

Six principles of measurement are outlined: 1) define the measurement and understand what is being measured; 2) choose instruments that are calibrated and in good repair; 3) ensure operators are trained and their roles understood; 4) check instrument performance at regular intervals; 5) measurements should be reproducible and compared with other laboratories; 6) follow written measurement procedures that are reviewed regularly.

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Six guiding principles

of measurement
Six guiding principles, developed by NPL, that should be
followed to achieve a good measurement result.
4. Regular review
Follow a written schedule to check performance of
1. Make the right measurement instruments at regular intervals.

Define and understand the measurement to be made.


Routinely repeated measurements should follow a pilot
study.

5. Demonstrable consistency
A measurement result is only valid if it can be reproduced
consistently. Local factors need to be taken into account.
Important or difficult measurements should be compared
2. Choose the right instruments with the same measurements by other laboratories/
Appropriate instrument should be in a good state of repair operators and results compared.
and calibrated. Use according to instructions of owner or
manufacturer.

6. The right measurement


3. The right people procedures
Human error is major source of poor measurement quality. Follow appropriate written measurement procedures.
An operator needs to receive instructions and training. This will include health and safety. Procedures need to be
Where a group of operators is involved, their individual reviewed regularly.
roles and responsibilities need to be understood.

To find out more read the Beginner’s Guide to Measurement


www.npl.co.uk/publications/beginners-guide-to-measurement
www.npl.co.uk

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