To ensure consistent quality, inspections can be carried out using checklists with a fixed set of points that must be reviewed each time work is inspected.
This helps you document all aspects of your work in a consistent way, ensuring quality control remains uniform regardless of who performs the checks.
Documenting your work is crucial to avoid future disputes and helps reduce duplicate work later on.
What is a quality checklist
A quality checklist is a set of points that must be completed either before, during, or after the work is finished.
The content is typically tailored to each trade or project and can be configured to cover the specific requirements of every discipline.
In this article, we will use a quality checklist based on carpentry work, focusing on the installation of windows.
Creating quality checklist
Quality checklist are primarily created directly on site using the Dalux mobile app. This allows you to document the work immediately, and complete the checks with no post production in the office.
A typical workflow looks like this:
- Select the correct location and create a registration
- Select 'Checklists'
- Open your work package and workflows and select the checklist
- Go through each point of the checklist to evaluate it
Save (top right) the checklist to return to it later
Saved checklists can be reopened and edited right in the app, or you can update them later on your desktop when you are back in the office.
Complete the checklist if all checks are done
Completed checklists are locked and must be reopened before changes can be made. To reopen, click ‘Save’ and confirm in the pop-up window.
Add photos
Make sure to take photos to document the work. These can later serve as proof that the work was completed as agreed, especially if parts of it will be covered by other constructions later.
How to find checklists
Checklists do not have a responsible user, so once created, anyone in your group can view and edit them.
They are located under 'Checklists' and are organized by work package and workflow. You can only see checklists from your own work package.
The numbers next to each folder indicate how many checklists are closed and how many there are in total.
For example, for 14. Carpentry, there are 0 completed (closed) checklists and 1 in total.
Read more
We recommend following the step-by-step articles before deep-diving into features, but if you want to learn more about how to use checklists, read this article: How to use Checklists.
Summary
You now have a basic understanding of how to manage tasks in Dalux Field, including handling quality issues and RFIs, and how to create and use quality checklists for documenting the work.
Best practice
- Start each day by reviewing your inbox to prioritize tasks and required actions
- Communicate clearly and directly in all messages and task updates
- When managing tasks, use short subjects, detailed descriptions, relevant images with context, and locations
- For checklists, save progress if needed and complete all items before closing
Remember to review the project manuals or consult your construction manager to confirm the correct procedures for your specific project, as this guidance reflects our general best practices.