"If and when people do start to rely on it to make important decisions regarding earthquake forecasting then that would be the time to start evaluating it."

If and when people want to seriously consider your program, they are going to be asking the questions I've been asking. Will you be prepared to answer them?

That is my whole point. You WILL NOT get the attention you desire for your efforts unless you can answer the questions being asked, ESPECIALLY if the program is successful.

Brian