Ocean Freight

1. The quantity of goods to ship is counted (if all is packed).
2. The inner and outer packing are reviewed. A quick re-work might still be possible ifproblems are found.
3. The condition of the container(s) and/or the truck(s) is checked for dryness, smells, air tightness.
4. The loading activity is supervised. And, if the client has prepared a loading plan, the factory has to respect it.
5. The unique identifiers of the container, the seal, and the truck are recorded.

Note: the FRI, not the PLS, is the right time to stop poor quality (as we explained here)

1. The full quantity is counted. The quantity of pieces per outer and inner packing unit is also checked.
2. A technician looks for visual defects on every sample, and the AQL limits determine if quality is acceptable.
3. A technician checks whether the client’s specifications are respected, on products but also on labeling and packaging.
4. A technician applies product-specific checkpoints: safety tests, function tests… as advised by engineers who prepare the checklist.

1. Factory profile, detailed staff count, type of product currently on the lines.
2. Observation of one production line: process steps, type and number of machines.
3. Capacity evaluation for one line that makes a product close to the client’s intended production.
4. In-depth audit of the quality system: incoming QC, in-process QC, final QC, instrument calibration…
5. Evaluation of internal procedures, sub-suppliers qualification, storage conditions, maintenance…
6. Quick overview of personal safety and working environment.
7. Photos of factory building, production workshop, warehouse, office area.
8. Photos of business license, export license, and certificates if any.
9. Specific checkpoints suggested by our client, if any.

1. The full quantity is counted. The quantity of pieces per outer and inner packing unit is also checked.
2. A technician looks for visual defects on every sample, and the AQL limits determine if quality is acceptable.
3. A technician checks whether the client’s specifications are respected, on products but also on labeling and packaging.
4. A technician applies product-specific checkpoints: safety tests, function tests… as advised by engineers who prepare the checklist.

1. Factory profile, staff count, products they are currently making.
2. Observation of one production line: process steps, number of machines.
3. Overview of general organization, quality system, and equipment condition.
4. Photos of factory building, production workshop, warehouse, office area.
5. Photos of business license, export license, and any certificates.

1. Factory profile, detailed staff count, type of product currently on the lines.
2. In-depth audit of social policy: child labor, forced labor, number of hours worked… (with random interviews).
3. In-depth audit of safety policy: fire prevention, evacuation plan, chemical hazards, protective equipment.
4. Evaluation of health and safety in workshops, canteens, and dormitories used by workers.
5. Assessment of environment policy: waste disposal, energy-efficient equipment…
6. Photos of factory building, production workshop, warehouse, office area.
7. Specific checkpoints suggested by our client, if any.