Manufacturing First Article Inspection FAI Checklist
Comprehensive first article inspection (FAI) checklist for new part qualification.
- Industry: Manufacturing
- Frequency: Per new part/process
- Estimated Time: 60-120 minutes
- Role: Quality Engineer
- Total Items: 21
- Compliance: AS9102, PPAP, ISO 9001
Design Records
Drawing review
- Latest drawing revision available?
- All characteristics identified?
Dimensional Data
Measurements
- All dimensions measured?
- Results recorded on FAI report?
- All dimensions within tolerance?
Material Verification
Material
- Material certification reviewed?
- Material per specification?
Process Verification
Special processes
- Special processes verified (heat treat, plating, etc.)?
Machine Guarding
OSHA 1910 Subpart O
- Machine guards in place?
- E-stop buttons tested?
- Safety interlocks functional?
- Light curtains operational?
Chemical Safety
OSHA 1910.1200 HazCom
- SDS sheets available?
- Containers labeled?
- Secondary containment?
Ergonomics
Ergonomic assessment
- Workstation heights OK?
- Lifting aids available?
- Anti-fatigue mats present?
Quality Control
Product quality
- Tools calibrated?
- Defect rate acceptable?
- First article approved?
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