Quality
Project Objectives ( Q , C , D , S )
These are divided into 4 major areas : cycle
- Q: Quality
- C: Cost
- D: Delivery
- S: Safety
Objectives
After completing this sub module, you will be able to
- Define the function and importance of Construction Quality Assurance
- Define the function and importance of Contractor Quality Control
- for construction contracts
- for design-build contracts
Quality Assurance
primary function of quality assurance is to obtain completed construction that meets all contract requirements. Assurance is defined as a degree of certainty.Quality Improvement Cycle
- P: Plan
- D: Do
- C: Check
- A: Action
Quality Assurance Personnel
The role of quality assurance personnel is to assure that the CQC system is functioning properly. To do this, QA personnel
- Examine the quality control methods being used to determine if the contractor is properly controlling activities in - build contracts.
- Examine the quality control methods being used to determine if the contractor is properly controlling construction activities.
Quality Culture Elements
Contractor Quality Control
The primary function of CQC is the successful execution of a realistic plan to ensure that the required standards of quality construction will be met. In CQC, the contractor defines procedures to manage and control his own, designer of record, consultant, architect-engineer, all subcontractor and all supplier activities so that the completed project complies with contract requirements.
For design-build contracts this includes providing and maintaining a Design Quality Control plan as a part of the overall contract QC plan. This plan, as a minimum, must assure that all documents are reviewed by a technically competent, independent reviewer specific ally named in the plan.
Quality Culture Elements
Quality Control Personnel
As stated previously, CQC is a contractor responsibility. This includes
- Produce the quality specified in the plans and specifications, and for design-build contracts in the Request for Proposal, as well as the contractor's accepted proposal,
- Develop and maintain an effective CQC system,
- Perform all control activities and tests,
- Prepare acceptable documentation of CQC activities.
Quality Check
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