Check sheet
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The check sheet is extremely helpful in the process of collecting and organizing information, which relates to the specifics of a given product or process. Information about specific activities that are associated with the IP product or process is recorded on check sheet. Informations concerning the frequency of the events and of the place their occurrence should be recorded.
Using an check sheet, it is possible to gather specific data so that managers can get the answer to questions like:
- Have analyzed the problem occurred?
- How many times there was a specific problem?
- Where the problem occurred?
- What was the cost for the organization?
Data can be recorded in the form of a simple graphic characters. The check sheet should be so designed that it can be clearly seen for what purpose is to be used. This is a very effective and simple tool that primarily serves to collect and organize data from the measurements to be carried out.
Types of check sheets
Usually check sheet is used to monitor the process, or the changes that it introduces using corrective or preventive action. In quality management the most common control sheets are:
- Numeric Distribution Check Sheet: This type of check sheet is used to gather data on the numerical distribution of specific characteristics of a product or process. It is used to determine the frequency of occurrence of specific values or ranges of values, and can be used to identify patterns or trends in the data.
- Frequency of Defects Check Sheet: This type of check sheet is used to track the number of defects that occur in a product or process. It can be used to identify the most common types of defects and their frequency of occurrence, and can help identify areas where improvements can be made.
- Defect Location Check Sheet: This type of check sheet is used to track the location of defects within a product or process. It can be used to identify specific areas where defects are most likely to occur, and can help focus improvement efforts on those areas.
- Cost of Occurrence of Faults and Defects Check Sheet: This type of check sheet is used to track the cost associated with the occurrence of faults and defects in a product or process. It can be used to identify the most costly types of defects and their frequency of occurrence, and can help prioritize improvement efforts.
- Causes of Defects and Malfunctions Check Sheet: This type of check sheet is used to track the root causes of defects and malfunctions in a product or process. It can be used to identify the most common causes of defects and malfunctions, and can help focus improvement efforts on eliminating those causes.
References
- McQuater R.E., Scurr C.H., Dale B.G., Hillman P.G. (1995) Using quality tools and techniques successfully, The TQM Magazine, Vol. 7 Iss: 6, p. 37 - 42
