Purpose of workshop inspection
An inspection before packing compares fabricated components with the records and scope confirmed by the parties. Its purpose is to identify points needing clarification, document the condition, and agree how to address them before handover. It does not declare that every component meets an unstated universal standard.
Workshop inspection does not replace site measurement, structural confirmation, transport/unloading conditions, or installation. Those matters remain with the responsible design and site parties.
Records used for comparison
- The current drawing revision and component list.
- Material code, finish, and approved sample or color/vein range.
- Edges, cutouts, joints, and vein direction where included in fabrication scope.
- Acceptance criteria, measurement method, and confirmer where stated in the contract or order.
- Identification, crate grouping, accompanying documents, and handover sequence.
If records conflict or lack criteria, document the issue and seek confirmation rather than inventing a tolerance or standard.
Finished-component checklist for the agreed scope
| Check group | Compare | Record |
|---|---|---|
| Identification | Component code, zone, material code, and crate list | Compare against current records |
| Dimensions/details | Dimensions, thickness, edges, cutouts, and joints | Use the agreed method and criteria |
| Surface | Finish, primary viewing areas, chips, or points requiring clarification | Photograph and locate; do not infer a cause without verification |
| Layout | Vein direction, primary face, and component sequence where requested | Compare against approved sample or layout |
| Packing | External identification, protection, and accompanying records | Check against confirmed transport and receiving plan |
Reference images
Document exceptions and open items
When a point differs from the records, note the component code, location, short description, photographs where useful, document revision used for comparison, and party that needs to confirm. Do not label it a defect, acceptance, or rejection when criteria have not been agreed.
Changes requested after fabrication can affect material, timing, or scope. They should be recorded as a new confirmation rather than handled only verbally.
Packing and handover
After in-scope points have been checked or recorded, confirm crate grouping, labels, accompanying documents, and receiving conditions. Crate dimensions or weight, lifting method, and handover location should suit the transport plan confirmed by the responsible party.
The Natural Stone Institute resource library can help identify stonework considerations; order-specific criteria still come from approved records and the agreed scope.
Prepare an inspection request
To help NHAN BAN STONE compare finished components within the workshop-fabrication scope, provide current drawings, material code or sample, component list, acceptance criteria, and handover plan. Site measurement, structural work, unloading, and installation are outside this article’s scope.
