Quality Control and Quality Assurance

To ensure the quality of the product, effective Quality Control and Quality Assurance programs should be instituted by both the fabricator and owner. This will assure the owner that the fabricator has the personnel, organization, experience, procedures, knowledge, equipment, capability, and commitment to produce the specified product. Many of the requirements, procedures, testing, and handling associated with steel structures are also applicable to aluminum structures, except magnetic particle testing. Cast-in-place concrete needs to be in accordance with the latest applicable and most recent industry standards. These requirements should be based on the following specifications: ACI, ASTM, and the Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute. The material and treatment of wood members should satisfy the requirements of ASCE's MOP 141 on wood using the applicable standard. The fabricator should provide written procedures for handling and storing materials to prevent damage, loss, or deterioration of the structure.