What happens if Blaze-N-Dee finds nonconformances at my facility during pre audits or internal audits?
It is important to note that there are several degrees of nonconformances. Typically, these are minor major nonconformances, and observations. An observation is just that: an observation. An observation is not a violation of the criteria. It is typically identification that there may be a better way to monitor a process or document a procedure. It’s not a problem; it’s just a opportunity for improvement, a way to avoid future problems. A minor nonconformance by itself doesn’t indicate a systemic problem with the quality management system. It is typically an isolated or random incident. A major nonconformance occurs when one of the criteria of the standard is not addressed or has not been addressed adequately. A major nonconformance can also occur if a significant number of minor nonconformances in a given activity or against a given element point to a systemic failure, or a complete breakdown of an element.
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