Quality Control at Vendor and Supplier Sites
09 – 13 June 2025 | Abu Dhabi | 04 – 08 Aug. 2025 | Dubai | 15 – 19 Dec. 2025 | Abu Dhabi |
Course Objectives:
By the end of this training, participants will be able to:
1. Introduction to Vendor and Supplier Quality Control
- Understand the importance of quality control (QC) at vendor and supplier sites.
- Identify key quality risks in supplier manufacturing and fabrication processes.
- Learn about supplier quality requirements in different industries (oil & gas, construction, manufacturing, power generation).
2. Developing an Effective Vendor Quality Control Plan
- Learn how to establish a Vendor Quality Control (VQC) Plan.
- Define inspection and test plans (ITPs) and quality control points.
- Implement risk-based quality assessment methods for vendor products and services.
3. Supplier Qualification and Pre-Audit Processes
- Understand vendor selection and qualification criteria, including:
- Quality Management System compliance (ISO 9001, ASME, API, ASTM, IEC).
- Technical capability and production capacity assessments.
- Past performance evaluations and regulatory compliance checks.
- Learn how to conduct supplier audits and pre-qualification inspections.
4. Inspection Techniques for Vendor and Supplier Sites
- Learn about on-site vs. remote inspection methodologies.
- Understand key inspection techniques, including:
- Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) (Ultrasonic, Radiographic, Magnetic Particle, Dye Penetrant).
- Material Testing (Tensile, Hardness, Impact Testing).
- Dimensional and Functional Testing.
- Develop strategies for effective coordination between suppliers, inspectors, and project teams.
5. Quality Control Documentation and Reporting
- Learn how to prepare and review quality documents, including:
- Material Test Reports (MTRs) and Mill Certificates.
- Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) Reports.
- Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and Corrective Action Reports (CARs).
- Ensure compliance with supplier QC documentation requirements.
6. Regulatory Compliance and Industry Standards
- Learn how to ensure compliance with:
- ISO 9001, ASME, API, ASTM, IEC, and other international standards.
- Industry-specific regulations for oil & gas, power, manufacturing, and construction.
- Understand the legal and contractual aspects of vendor quality control.
7. Troubleshooting and Case Studies
- Analyze real-world supplier quality challenges and solutions.
- Learn problem-solving techniques for vendor quality issues.
- Apply best practices for improving vendor quality assurance processes.
Target Audience
This course is designed for professionals involved in vendor inspection, quality assurance, and procurement, including:
- Quality Control Inspectors
- Supplier Quality Engineers
- Site Quality Managers
- Procurement Officers
- Supply Chain Managers
- Vendor Coordinators
- Project Engineers
- Construction Managers
- Manufacturing & Fabrication Supervisors