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The unit for quality assurance would like to acknowledge the following sources that were used in crafting this manual. Completed projects are provide confidence that tangible products by which caltrans is measured in the delivery of its programs. This manual is intended to be in compliance with ansiasqc standard q9002 1994, quality system model for quality assurance in production and installation. The quality assurance manual will help your firm comply with the specific requirements of the quality control standards, as well as develop and.
A quality policy statement, including objectives and commitments. The quality assurance manual is designed to help assure the delivery of quality. It may not be reproduced or disclosed in whole or in part. Guiding principles for career development services definition and purpose the guiding principles for career development services are intended to be used as a quality improvement mechanism by individuals and organisations that fund, manage and or provide career development services. The primary purpose of this quality system manual is to describe the quality system currently in practice at medford fabrication. The superintendent had jobsite access to relevant codes and government regulations. This manual establishes and maintains a quality assurance system to ensure compliance and conformance with faapma articles manufactured for use on certified aircraft or as detail components of an aircraft assembly.