5.6.2. Quality Assurance and Control

Try these first

1. 1.

   Define Quality Assurance.

   Hint

   What does QA stand for?

2. 2.

   What is Non-Destructive Testing?

   Hint

   Does NDT cause damage or not?

3. 3.

   What does NDT stand for?

   • Non-Destructive Testing
   • Normal Definition Timing
   • Non-Digital Touch

   Hint

   Focus on the testing methods without damage.

4. 4.

   True or False: Quality Control focuses on preventive measures.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about how QC operates in relation to quality.

5. 5.

   Discuss a real-life example of how failing to adhere to QA/QC standards has led to a construction disaster.

   Hint

   Consider major infrastructure projects and known failures.

6. 6.

   Propose a QA/QC plan for a new construction project, outlining specific steps and tools you would use.

   Hint

   Think about all stages of the project lifecycle.