Quality & Operational Excellence

Inspection and Testing Planning

Inspection and testing verify that products and services meet requirements, but must be planned to be effective and economical. This course covers inspection planning: identifying characteristics, inspection points, sampling plans, test methods, acceptance criteria, inspection records, reducing inspection through process control and inspector competence.

5 days Classroom or live online English

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Why attend

From knowledge to real-world impact.

Too much inspection is costly; too little lets defects through. You will learn to plan inspection proportionately.

Workplace challenges

Professional Problems This Course Is Designed to Solve

The programme explores practical approaches to the following challenges. Results depend on how the learning is applied in your organisation.

Difficulty translating subject knowledge into practical workplace decisions.
Inconsistent approaches to the activities covered in the course outline.
Lack of a structured plan for applying and reviewing new skills.

Course methodology

How you will learn.

Inspection plan development, sampling plan exercises, case studies and records design.

Course objectives

What you'll take away.

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

Identify critical characteristics to inspect
Determine inspection points in the process
Select sampling plans
Define test methods and acceptance criteria
Design inspection records
Reduce inspection through process control

Target audience

Who should attend.

This course is suitable for:

Quality inspectors and engineers
Production supervisors
Supplier quality engineers
Laboratory staff
Quality managers

Target competencies

Capabilities you will build.

Participants will develop competencies in:

Characteristic selection
Inspection planning
Sampling
Acceptance criteria
Record design

Course outline

Your learning journey.

A focused, practical outline with time to explore, apply and reflect.

Day 1Inspection Purpose

09:00–10:08Role of inspection
10:08–11:00Costs and limits
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Costs and limits (continued)
11:45–12:53Types
12:53–14:00Exercise

Day 2Planning

09:00–10:08Critical characteristics
10:08–11:00Inspection points
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Inspection points (continued)
11:45–12:53Inspection plans
12:53–14:00Workshop

Day 3Sampling

09:00–10:08Sampling plans
10:08–11:00AQL
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45AQL (continued)
11:45–12:53Risks
12:53–14:00Exercise

Day 4Methods and Criteria

09:00–10:08Test methods
10:08–11:00Acceptance criteria
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Acceptance criteria (continued)
11:45–12:53Inspector competence
12:53–14:00Case study

Day 5Records and Reduction

09:00–10:08Inspection records
10:08–11:00Process control
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Process control (continued)
11:45–12:53Reducing inspection
12:53–14:00Action plan

The timings provided are estimates and may vary depending on the number of participants and the discussions taking place during the sessions. They are indicative only and do not constitute a binding commitment.

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Good to know

A few things to know.

How is the course delivered?

Our classroom programmes combine facilitated discussion, case studies, exercises and reflection. The precise format will be confirmed before enrolment.

Can you deliver this programme for our team?

Yes, you can enquire about a tailored programme. Share your goals, group size and preferred dates with our learning team.

Will I receive a certificate?

Participants who complete the programme receive a Smart Horizon UK certificate of attendance. Smart Horizon UK programmes are not externally accredited and do not award a professional qualification, licence or designation. Where a course title or outline refers to a professional certification (for example, AACE International's Certified Cost Professional), the programme supports learning and preparation only; the credential itself is awarded solely by the relevant professional body under its own application and examination requirements.

What should I confirm before booking travel?

Please confirm the session, exact venue, accessibility arrangements, fees and any visa requirements with the team before arranging travel. Tentative dates are not confirmed sessions.

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