[1] Inspection is the most common method of attaining standardization, uniformity and quality of workmanship. [2] It is the function of quality control. If the said item does not fall within the zone of acceptability it will be rejected and corrective measure will be applied to see that the items in future conform to specified standards. [3] Inspection is an indispensable tool of modern manufacturing process. [4] It helps to control quality, reduces manufacturing costs, eliminate scrap losses and assignable causes of defective work.
Floor Inspection: In this, inspection is done at the place where the part is made or assembled. It suggests the checking of materials in process at the machine or in the production time by patrolling inspectors. This inspector moves from machine to machine and from one to the other work centres. Inspectors have to be highly skilled. This method of inspection minimize the material handling, does not disrupt the line layout of machinery and quickly locate the defect and readily offers field and correction.