This article is about General Aramco QC Questions for all QC Engineers related to any field QC (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Instrumentation, Plumbing, Welding and Piping etc), some of questions can be asked in Aramco CBT Test or other International Quality system test. Here discussed about QA/QC Difference, Quality Procedure and International Standards for Quality System and Inspection point and levels.
Aramco QC Questions for all QC Engineers | CBT Test
1. Describe the difference between QA & QC?
Answer: Quality Control is the operational techniques (Inspection, Examination & Testing) that are used to fulfill requirements for quality. Quality Assurance is the system of action
and planning needed to provide confidence that a Product or Service will satisfy quality requirements.
2. What do quality system audits evaluate?
Answer: The degree of quality system conformance to established requirements.
3. Saudi Aramco has adopted the basic framework and definitions of the International Quality Management System Standards ISO-9000 Series. This has been done to provide universal understanding and improve communication between the COMPANY and prospective CONTRACTORS whose Quality Management System is congruent with the ISO-9000 Series. Describe the basic elements of an ISO 9000 Series Quality Program?
Answer:
Quality Management & Quality Assurance Standards per ISO-9000.
Quality Management Systems per ISO-9001, 9002, 9003.
Quality Plan Guidelines per ISO 10005.
SCHEDULE “Q” – Is describe a minimum requirement for Contractor Quality System.
ISO 9001 – Quality Management System requirements.
ISO 9000 – Quality Management System Fundamental and Vocabulary.
What is Quality Procedure? It is used to establish instruction for inspection and control of all construction Activities. This will apply to the incoming materials, intermediary and final works.
What is QA? Quality Assurance system of action and planning needed to provide confidence that a product or services will satisfy the quality requirements.
What is QC? Quality Control is the operational techniques (Inspection, Examination & Testing) that are used to fulfill quality requirements.
QUALITY CONTROL PROCEDURE – Is a document that details the specific steps needed to fulfill the Quality activity in the ITP.
QUALITY CONTROL FORM – Is a writing documentation detailing a specific activity in the ITP and QC procedure.
A CODE – is a body of laws as of a nation, state or industry group, arranged systematically for ease of use and reference.
A STANDARD – is a rule or a basis of comparison in measuring quality, quantity, content, relative value and etc.
A SPECIFICATION – is a detailed description of parts or statement of particulars as to actual or required quality, size and etc.
P&ID – Is a Piping & Instrument diagram show piping layout and detailed notes relating to piping Instrumentation. This drawing is commonly referred to as the P&ID its object is to indicate all process service lines, instrument and controls, equipment & data necessary for the design group. The process flow diagram is the primary source of information for developing the P&ID.
ARAMCO Quality Codes & Standard References
- ISO 9001 : 2000 Quality Management System.
- SATIP – Saudi Aramco Typical Inspection Plan.
- SAIP – Saudi Aramco Inspection Procedure.
- SAEP – Saudi Aramco Engineering Procedure.
- SAES – Saudi Aramco Engineering Standard.
- SAIR – Saudi Aramco Inspection Requirements.
- SAIC – Saudi Aramco Inspection Check list.
- Saudi Aramco Standard Contractor Schedule “Q” (Project Quality Requirements).
WHAT IS INSPECTION & TEST PLAN (ITP)?
Is all about document based on detailed manufacturing, fabrication and construction program that identifies each process description, sets out related sequence of activities to be inspected, examined and tested with relevant approved procedures for particular materials, components and assembly. It includes identification of required documents, acceptance criteria, which is responsible, the inspection surveillance and the type and level of inspection including hold, witness and review points of the contractor, sub-contractor and Saudi Aramco.
INSPECTION & TEST PLAN should include the following information:
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- Process descriptions.
- Quality Control Requirements.
- Notification Requirements for Supplier Inspection (min. 10 day calendar days).
- Responsibilities for Inspection / Test.
- Acceptance Criteria.
- Verifying Document.
- Inspection Points (Hold, Witness, Review and Surveillance).
What are Inspection Action Points?
What is Hold Point (H)?
An inspection point, defined in an appropriate document, beyond which an Activity must not proceed without the approval of the designated organization or authority.
What is Witness (W) Point?
An inspection point, defined in an appropriate document, beyond which an Activity can proceed after notifying the designated organization or authority. Contractor’s QC Inspector has the full responsibility for performing detailed Inspection during the work activity.
What is Review Point (R)?
Defined in an appropriate document is the point in which a work activity cannot Proceed without first ensuring the review and approval of applicable documents Or personnel qualification by a designated organization or authority
What is Surveillance (S) ?
QA/QC organization to monitor work in progress without notice from construction organization.
Definitions of Inspection Levels as per (SAER–1972)
– Level 0 – Documentation Requirements only No vendor Inspection required.
– Level 1 – Only Final Inspection is required prior to shipping.
– Level 2 – Includes as minimum, pre-inspection meeting, one or more Un-specified “in progress” surveillance visits, all witness, hold points, final inspection and release for shipment
– Level 3 – Same as level 2 except that “in progress” surveillance shall be on a regular basis ( daily, weekly or bi-weekly )
– Level 4 – Resident inspector continually monitoring the work
What is Non-Conformance? An Activity does not conform with an International Code/Standard.
What is NCR? It stands for Non Conformity Report and A record reporting the variation from the specified requirements.
What is CAR? It stands for Corrective Action Report, It is a record reporting the action take to eliminate the effect & causes of an existing Non Conformity defect or other undesirable situation in order to prevent recurrence.
What is DR? It stands for Deviation Report, A report of the concession granted by client or owner to certain deviation from project specification.