Quality+Control

Quality control is about:
Managing the process of manufacturing products to plans and specifications where the end products is as good a piece as can be produced given the materials and finishes required to plans and sepcifications. By managing the manufacturing process means controlling all the inputs and outputs from the initial customer contact right through to the final clean up and after sales service process. material ordering processess - to ensure the right materials are ordered to specs of customer requirements - no shortcuts materials storage and handling - to prevent damage throughouthe manufacturing process

For more information downlaod the following documents: Prepare for Off-Site manufacturing Processes Part 1: and visit the following wikipedia page: [] [] A simple means to aid in the control of quality is to produce a simple quality control checklist. The checklist ide﻿ ntifies the critical features of a project job or process and prompts people to look for problems and manage the process. It can also help to identify problem areas, and provides ameans of identify how and when problems are solved and can be used as a part of the quality improvement cycle. Sample checklist:
 * Employing best practices in production process
 * Creating a continuos improvement cycle or spiral
 * Engaging staff in the management of quality processes

Other issues that need to be considered in any quality control program are: Equipment Checks such as Other types of equipment that may be required to cut assemble and erect wall frames include: · Nail guns Air hoses and Portable generators All equipment should be checked for serviceability before each use. Leads checked for cuts or breaks, plug ends checked for loose pins or signs of over heating.

Environmental
Due regard must be given to the protection of the environment. In particular the production of waste, noise and dust. Due care must taken to ensure air borne contaminants and waste products from the fabrication and erection of walls must be contained within the site. Machine generated saw dust: Where it is possible dust extraction equipment should be used on portable power equipment and radial arm saws. Work area should be cleaned before starting and regularly cleared to reduce slip and trip hazards. Noise pollution: Tools should be well maintained to ensure proper working order. Loose belts and poor lubrication can lead to excessive noise. When a portable generator is used for power the fitted muffler should be in good working order.

Waste material
Consideration must be given to the recycling, reuse or removal of waste materials. In constructing wall frame scrap material is likely to be created. Longer length should be stacked safely away from the immediate work area for reuse as trimmers, noggings and blocking etc. Waste plastic wrapping from timber stacks can be placed in appropriate receptacles, ready for collection by waste companies. Metal strapping can be recycled along with other waste metals. <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Personal Protective Equipment <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Including appropriate breathing apparatus gas and dust masks should be checked regulalry for operation

Links to relevant Quality control and Quality assurance website pages: [] The Master Builders Association of Queensland have produced this quality control checklist for use in managing the building process: []