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Quality Control: A Neglected Factor

by James J. O'Brien, (M.ASCE), Chf. Exec. Officer; O'Brien-Kreitzberg & Assoc., Inc., Cherry Hill, N.J.,


Serial Information: Civil Engineering—ASCE, 1985, Vol. 55, Issue 2, Pg. 48-49


Document Type: Feature article

Abstract:

Quality in construction is too important to leave to chance. A project quality control plan would begin by incorporating testing and inspecting requirements into the specifications. Engineers must educate owners to insist on a quality control plan and pay for comprehensive inspection. 1985 Essay Contest Award of Merit.

Subject Headings: Quality control | Project management | Inspection | Owners | Construction management | Awards and prizes

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