Define observations for nonconformities, such as decay, corrosion, leaks, or cracks. On this screen, you can add a new nonconformity or update an observation for an existing nonconformity. Each new observation is assigned a sequential number so its development can be tracked.
To create an observation of a nonconformity:
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Select Equipment > Nonconformities > Nonconformity Observations.
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Click New Record.
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Specify a description and Organization for the nonconformity.
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Specify this information:
Equipment - Specify the equipment associated with the observation.
Type - Specify the type of observation.
Class - Specify the class.
Nonconformity Note - Optionally, specify a note for the nonconformity
Observation Status - Specify the status of the observation. The observation cannot be deleted if it has a status of Unfinished or if the header nonconformity status is Closed.
Task Plan for Checklist - Select a checklist for the nonconformity. The task plan must be specified as a Nonconformity Checklist on the Task Plans screen.
Severity - Optionally, specify the severity of the observation.
Intensity - Optionally, specify the intensity of the observation.
Size - Optionally, specify the size of the observation.
Severity - Optionally, specify the importance of the observation.
Observation Note - Optionally, specify the note for the observation.
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Optionally specify Recorded By and Date Recorded.
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Click Save.
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Optionally, right-click and select New Observation to create a new observation for the nonconformity.
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Optionally, right-click and select Create WO to create a work order for the nonconformity.
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Optionally, right-click and select View All Comments to view comments for the nonconformity observations and the nonconformity header record.
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Optionally, right-click and select View All Documents to view documents for the nonconformity observations and the nonconformity header record .
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Click New Observation to create a new observation for a nonconformity.