A weak system stores certificates, laboratory reports, inspections and comments in separate folders. A strong system links them to the same material batch, work area and acceptance decision.
Material control
- The delivery, batch, supplier and accompanying documents.
- The incoming-inspection result and release decision.
- The storage location and actual place of use.
- Related samples, tests and construction records.
Inspection and testing
- An inspection and test plan with criteria, frequencies and control points.
- Notification of the relevant parties before access to the work is closed.
- Registration of the inspection result and supporting record.
- A defined rule for continuing work when a comment or nonconformity is raised.
Nonconformity management
- Record the condition and its impact.
- Quarantine the material or define the status of the work.
- Agree the technical disposition.
- Implement the corrective action.
- Verify the result and close the record with evidence.
Management outcome
An integrated quality system shows more than the number of tests. It shows the readiness of every area: materials verified, inspections completed, comments closed and records accepted.
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