Figure 2
The diagram illustrates the research design involving data sources, datasets, and analysis methods. It starts with data sources including risk registers from mining organizations and published national guidelines. Dataset 1 focuses on risk matrix formats, probability and impact scales, coloring and scoring methods, and decision frameworks. Dataset 2a contains 1,144 risks with qualitative and quantitative probability and impact. Dataset 2b also contains 1,144 risks with qualitative and quantitative probability and impact allocated to interval bins. The analysis includes comparing to Cox's axioms, probability and impact terms and ranges, and decision frameworks. Hypotheses and tests for median, distribution, and distance are applied to probability rating, impact rating, and risk score.Research design