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[Audio] QA/QC -203 Quality Control Standards , Regulations and Plans Unit 10: in Construction Projects 1 35 Pg.:.

[Audio] U 10 Quality Control Standards , Regulations and Plans Objectives  To Understand the concepts and types of quality control standards , regulations and plans in construction  To know the different types of Saudi Building Codes and how to deal with quality control in construction .  To identify the components of quality control plans in construction  To identify the Construction Materials Inspection and Testing.

[Audio] U 10 Quality Control Standards , Regulations and Plans What are Quality Control Standards?  Quality standards refer to sets of guidelines, systems, methods, requirements, and specifications followed by an organization to ensure consistent process and product quality. Mostly prevalent in manufacturing, quality standards are established by industry regulatory boards to help drive customer satisfaction and maintain compliance. Globally, I-S-O quality standards are the most widely accepted set of standards applicable to various industries..

[Audio] U 10 Quality Control Standards, Regulations and Plans Why are Quality Control Standards Important?  Any product or service that's free from any manufacturing defect, deficiency, or process variation is considered of good quality. This is achieved through the holistic process of quality assurance and quality control.  Thus, to ensure and maintain good manufacturing practices, a set of manufacturing quality standards must be established and followed for the purpose of uniformity across the entire manufacturing process..

[Audio] U 10 Quality Control Standards , Regulations and Plans Benefits of Quality Control Standard  Additionally, some of the benefits of quality standards include the following:  Continuous improvement of quality outcomes  Efficient adherence to regulatory requirements and compliance  Reduced process variation and product defects  Improved worker productivity and safety  Enhanced customer satisfaction  Seamless flow of operations  Principles.

[Audio] U 10 Quality Control Standards , Regulations and Plans Quality Control Regulations in Construction  Regulation of Quality Control in Construction Quality Control (Q-C---) in construction is regulated by a framework of standards, codes, and guidelines that ensure the safety, functionality, and durability of buildings and infrastructure. The primary goal is to ensure that all construction works comply with technical and legal requirements, ultimately safeguarding the interests of stakeholders such as clients, end-users, and the public..

[Audio] U 10 Quality Control Standards , Regulations and Plans Quality Control Regulations in Construction  Types of Regulations in Construction QC : Construction quality control regulations encompass several key areas:  Material Standards: Governs the quality, testing, and specifications of materials used in construction (for example, concrete, steel, asphalt).  Design Codes: Define how buildings or structures should be designed to meet safety and performance standards.  Workmanship Standards: Ensure that construction practices meet acceptable levels of precision and care.  Environmental and Safety Standards: Ensure that construction projects comply with environmental laws and provide safe working conditions..

[Audio] U 10 Quality Control Standards , Regulations and Plans Construction Standards and Regulations for Quality Control  ISO 9001: Quality management systems for ensuring continuous improvement.  ISO 45001: Occupational Health and Safety – sets out requirements for safe working environments.  ISO 14001: Environmental management standards in construction.  A-S-T-M Standards: Material testing and specifications for concrete, steel, et cetera  A-C-I (American Concrete Institute): Guidelines for concrete quality, testing, and application..

[Audio] U 10 Quality Control Standards , Regulations and Plans Construction Standards and Regulations for Quality Control  A-I-S-C (American Institute of Steel Construction ): Standards for structural steel.  British Standards (B-S---): Engineering and construction safety standards.  Saudi Building Codes (S-B-C--): The Saudi Building Codes (S-B-C--) is a set of regulations and standards designed to ensure the safety, durability, and efficiency of buildings in Saudi Arabia..

[Audio] U 10 Quality Control Standards , Regulations and Plans Saudi Building Codes for Quality Control Saudi Building Codes : covers a wide range of topics, including structural safety, fire protection, energy efficiency, and sustainability. The code is divided into several specific sections or types, each focusing on a different aspect of construction and building performance. These codes set standards for materials, construction processes, safety, and overall building performance, ensuring quality in every aspect of a construction project. Here are some key sections of the Saudi Building Code that play a significant role in Quality Control:.

[Audio] U 10 Quality Control Standards , Regulations and Plans Saudi Building Codes for Quality Control 1. SBC 101: General Building Code Quality Control Focus: Sets the general framework for ensuring that all construction activities meet safety and performance standards. It defines minimum quality requirements for materials, construction methods, and maintenance. 2. SBC 201: Structural Loads Code Quality Control Focus: Provides guidelines for the quality of structural design, ensuring that buildings can withstand loads (for example, wind, seismic, dead, and live loads). QC in this context involves verifying that materials and structural systems meet design specifications..

[Audio] U 10 Quality Control Standards , Regulations and Plans Saudi Building Codes for Quality Control 3. SBC 301: Architectural Code Quality Control Focus: Addresses design elements such as space planning, lighting, and ventilation. QC is focused on ensuring that construction complies with the architectural plans and that the materials and workmanship meet the specified standards. 4.SBC 401: Concrete Structure Code Quality Control Focus: Establishes standards for concrete quality, including mix design, curing, and testing. QC involves testing concrete samples, checking formwork, ensuring reinforcement placement, and verifying that the concrete meets strength and durability requirements..

[Audio] U 10 Quality Control Standards , Regulations and Plans Saudi Building Codes for Quality Control 5. SBC 501: Steel Structure Code Quality Control Focus: Involves the inspection of steel materials, welding, bolting, and coatings. QC ensures that steel structures are fabricated and erected according to specifications, with particular attention to strength, connections, and corrosion resistance. 6. SBC 601: Masonry Structure Code Quality Control Focus: Ensures that masonry units (bricks, blocks) and mortar are produced and installed correctly. QC includes material testing, mortar mix verification, and inspection of masonry joints and reinforcements..

[Audio] U 10 Quality Control Standards , Regulations and Plans Saudi Building Codes for Quality Control 7. SBC 701: Wood Structure Code Quality Control Focus: Deals with wood quality, including moisture content, species selection, and structural integrity. QC includes inspecting wood for defects, ensuring proper treatment, and verifying loadbearing capacity. 8. SBC 801: Soil and Foundation Code Quality Control Focus: Covers geotechnical quality, ensuring that soil investigations, compaction, and foundation design meet specified standards. QC involves testing soil samples, checking foundation placement, and verifying load-bearing capacity..

[Audio] U 10 Quality Control Standards , Regulations and Plans Saudi Building Codes for Quality Control 9. SBC 1401: Existing Building Code Quality Control Focus: Addresses the quality control of renovation and repair work in existing buildings. QC involves ensuring that modifications meet current safety and performance standards, particularly in terms of structural integrity and compliance with modern codes..

[Audio] U 10 Quality Control Standards , Regulations and Plans Quality Control Plans in Construction What is a QC Plan? A documented procedure outlining how quality will be managed throughout the construction project. The purpose of the QC plan is to: Ensure construction work meets specified quality standards. Minimize defects and non-conformances. Maintain a systematic approach to inspections, testing, and verification processes. Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory standards. Document quality procedures and actions to track progress and identify problems early..

[Audio] U 10 Quality Control Standards , Regulations and Plans Components of a Construction QC Plan Key Components of a Construction QC Plan 1. Project Information: 1. Project name, location, and description. 2. Relevant contract information (for example, contract number, scope of work). 2. Roles and Responsibilities: 1. QC Manager: Responsible for overseeing the implementation of the QC plan. 2. Inspectors: Conduct inspections and tests. 3. Site Supervisors/Engineers: Ensure compliance with QC procedures on-site. 4. Subcontractor Responsibilities: Ensure all subcontractors follow the QC requirements..

[Audio] U 10 Quality Control Standards , Regulations and Plans Components of a Construction QC Plan 3. Standards and Specifications: 1. List of applicable standards (for example, ISO 9001, A-S-T-M-, A-C-I-) 2. Construction materials and workmanship specifications. 3. Specific codes and regulations relevant to the project. 4. Inspection and Testing Plan: 1. Inspection Schedule: Defines when inspections will occur (for example, daily, milestone-based). 2. Testing Requirements: Materials (for example, concrete, steel, asphalt) and their respective test methods. 3. Test Frequencies: Frequency of sampling and testing (for example, weekly concrete strength tests). 4. Acceptance Criteria: Criteria for passing or failing inspections/tests (for example, strength, dimensions)..

[Audio] U 10 Quality Control Standards , Regulations and Plans Components of a Construction QC Plan 5. Documentation and Records: 1. Inspection Forms: Logs for recording results of inspections. 2. Test Reports: Detailed records of material and workmanship tests. 3. Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs): Forms used to document defects and corrective actions. 4. QC Logs: Daily or weekly logs summarizing QC activities. 6. Non-Conformance and Corrective Actions: 1. Procedure for identifying non-conforming materials or workmanship. 2. Process for reporting, tracking, and resolving non-conformances. 3. Documentation of corrective actions to ensure resolution of quality issues..

[Audio] U 10 Quality Control Standards , Regulations and Plans Components of a Construction QC Plan 7. Training and Qualifications: 1. Ensuring that all staff, subcontractors, and relevant personnel are trained in QC procedures. 2. Qualification Requirements: Specific qualifications and certifications required for inspectors and testers. 8. Supplier and Subcontractor Quality Control: 1. Ensuring that suppliers and subcontractors adhere to the same quality standards as the main contractor. 2. Verifying supplier material quality through certificates, inspections, and tests. 3. Managing and documenting subcontractor work quality..

[Audio] U 10 Quality Control Standards , Regulations and Plans Components of a Construction QC Plan 9. Material Quality Control: 1. Procedures for checking material deliveries (for example, concrete, steel) against approved submittals. 2. Material Storage and Handling: Ensuring proper storage and protection of materials to prevent damage or degradation. 3. Methods to verify materials used on-site comply with project specifications. 10. Workmanship Quality Control: 1. Regular checks on construction processes to ensure workmanship meets design specifications. 2. Ensuring compliance with detailed construction drawings and blueprints..

[Audio] U 10 Quality Control Standards , Regulations and Plans Components of a Construction QC Plan 11.Audits and Continuous Improvement: 1. Regular internal or external audits to ensure compliance with the QC plan. 2. Continuous improvement through identifying process weaknesses and implementing changes..

[Audio] U 10 Quality Control Standards , Regulations and Plans Construction Materials Inspection and Testing Testing Procedures for Concrete Quality Control 1. Mix Design Verification: To determine the optimal proportions of materials to achieve desired strength, durability, and workability. 2. Sampling: Testing concrete from different batches to obtain representative samples for testing to ensure reliability in results. 3.Testing: Fresh Concrete Tests(slump test, temperature measurement test, Air Content Test), Harden Concrete (Compressive Strength Test, Flexural Strength Test , Durability Tests) 4.Action for Non-Conformance: To address any discrepancies from specified requirements effectively..

[Audio] U 10 Quality Control Standards , Regulations and Plans construction Materials Inspection and Testing 2.Testing Procedures for Masonry Works Quality Control 1. Mix Design Verification: ensure the correct proportion of materials (cement, lime, sand, water, et cetera) for desired strength, durability, and workability. 2. Sampling: Sampling should be conducted at regular intervals during the construction process, especially for large projects or for critical structural elements..

[Audio] U 10 Quality Control Standards , Regulations and Plans Construction Materials Inspection and Testing 3. Testing: Performing( Compressive Strength , Water Absorption Test , Dimensional Tolerance Testing, Flexural Bond Strength Test , Slump Test for Grout ) 4. Action for Non-Conformance: When testing or inspections reveal non-conformance, prompt corrective actions are required to ensure that the construction quality meets the design requirements and safety standards..

[Audio] U 10 Quality Control Standards , Regulations and Plans Construction Materials Inspection and Testing 3. Testing Procedures for Excavation Works Quality Control 1. Sampling: To collect representative samples of the excavated material to verify its properties and suitability for use in construction or disposal. 2. Testing: Moisture Content Test , Atterberg Limits Test , Grain Size Analysis (Sieve Analysis) Proctor Compaction Test (Standard or Modified) , California Bearing Ratio (C-B-R--) Test , Unconfined Compressive Strength (U-C-S--) Test , Point Load Test , In-Situ Density Test , Shear Strength Test (Direct Shear or Triaxle Testing) 3. Action for Non-Conformance: To address and correct any deviations from project specifications or standard requirements based on testing results..

[Audio] U 10 Quality Control Standards , Regulations and Plans Construction Materials Inspection and Testing 4.Testing Procedures for steel Quality Control : 1. Sampling : To collect representative steel samples to evaluate compliance with standards and project specifications. 2. Testing : Mechanical Tests (Tensile Test , Bend Test , Hardness Test , Fatigue Test) , Chemical Test , NonDestructive Testing (N-D-T--) (Ultrasonic Testing (U-T---) , Magnetic Particle Inspection (M-P-I--) , Radiographic Testing (R-T---) , Dye Penetrant Testing (D-P-T--) ). 3. Action on Non-Conformance Objective: To address any deviations from the specifications and ensure corrective measures are taken..

[Audio] U 10 Quality Control Standards , Regulations and Plans Reporting and Record Keeping Effective record-keeping and reporting are key to an efficient QC plan. Reports include: 1.Daily QC Reports: Summarizing the day's inspections, tests, and observations. 2.Non-Conformance Reports: Logging any defects or non-conformances and the steps taken to correct them. 3.Inspection Reports: Detailing the results of routine inspections. 4.Test Results: Including lab results for material quality, such as concrete strength or soil stability. 5.Audit Reports: Results of internal or third-party quality audits..

[Audio] U 10 Quality Control Standards , Regulations and Plans Example: Template for a QC Plan To provide even more value, a slide could include a brief template layout for a QC plan. Here's an example: Section Description 1. Project Information Name, contract details, project scope 2. QC Team QC manager, inspectors, subcontractor roles 3. QC Standards & Specifications List applicable standards (ISO, A-S-T-M-, A-C-I-) 4. Testing Plan Materials, methods, frequencies 5. Inspection Plan Schedule and types of inspections 6. Reporting Forms and documentation for inspections and tests 7. Non-Conformance Procedures How issues will be reported and corrected 8. Continuous Improvement Audits, feedback, and training programs Section Description.

[Audio] U 10 Quality Control Standards , Regulations and Plans Quality Control in the Design Stage 1. QC Focus Areas in Design: Reviewing plans for compliance with regulatory standards. Checking the feasibility of structural, electrical, and plumbing designs. 2.Common Issues: Incomplete designs. Errors in load calculations..

[Audio] U 10 Quality Control Standards , Regulations and Plans QC in the Procurement Stage Procurement QC: Verifying material specifications before procurement. Ensuring suppliers meet quality standards. Inspection of materials upon delivery..

[Audio] U 10 Quality Control Standards , Regulations and Plans QC in the Construction Stage Construction Monitoring: Regular on-site inspections to ensure compliance with design and specifications. Testing at critical points (for example, foundation, concrete pouring). Coordination between contractor, consultant, and QC team..

[Audio] U 10 Quality Control Standards , Regulations and Plans QC in the Post-Construction Stage Final Inspections: Performing a walkthrough to ensure all work is completed to specifications. Testing of systems (for example, electrical, plumbing) before handover. Commissioning: Ensuring all systems function properly before project close-out..

[Audio] U 10 Quality Control Standards , Regulations and Plans Summary  Quality standards refer to sets of guidelines, systems, methods, requirements, and specifications followed by an organization to ensure consistent process and product quality.  Construction quality control regulations encompass several key areas: Material Standards, Design Codes, Workmanship Standards , Environmental and Safety Standards .  Saudi Building Codes : covers a wide range of topics, including structural safety, fire protection, energy efficiency, and sustainability. The code is divided into several specific sections or types, each focusing on a different aspect of construction and building performance..

[Audio] U 10 Quality Control Standards , Regulations and Plans Summary  Quality Control Plan is : A documented procedure outlining how quality will be managed throughout the construction project. The purpose of the QC plan is to: Ensure construction work meets specified quality standards, Minimize defects and non-conformances, Maintain a systematic approach to inspections, testing, and verification processes, Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory standards, Document quality procedures and actions to track progress and identify problems early..