NSC Quality Control & Inspection

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of quality control inspections?

Accepted Answer

To verify work meets specified standards and identify deficiencies early

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To delay project completion

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To find reasons to penalize workers

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To satisfy insurance requirements only

Question 2

How should material specifications be verified upon delivery?

Accepted Answer

Compare delivery against purchase order specifications and inspect for damage

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Accept all deliveries without inspection

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Only check quantities, not quality

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Inspect only if the supplier is new

Question 3

What should be done when materials do not meet specifications?

Accepted Answer

Reject the materials, document the non-conformance, and notify the supplier

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Use them if they seem close enough

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Modify the specifications to match the materials

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Store them for future projects

Question 4

Why is proper material storage important?

Accepted Answer

It preserves material properties and prevents degradation or contamination

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It only matters for aesthetic appearance

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It is only important for expensive materials

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It has no effect on material performance

Question 5

What documentation should accompany quality control activities?

Accepted Answer

Test reports, inspection checklists, non-conformance reports, and corrective actions

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Only photographs of completed work

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A simple pass/fail notation

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Documentation is only needed for final inspection

Question 6

How should equipment be selected for specific tasks?

Accepted Answer

Based on task requirements, capacity ratings, and safety certifications

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Whichever equipment is available

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Based on lowest rental cost

Answer

By worker preference only