Elements of Quality

The basic element of quality in construction is

a)       Quality characteristics

b)       Quality of design

c)       Quality of conformance

a)       Quality characteristics is related to the parameters with respect to which quality – control processes are judged. Quality characteristic includes strength, colors, texture, dimension, height etc. Example in compressive strength of concrete, usability of concrete in slump , etc.

b)       Quality of design:- It refers to the quality with which the design is carried out. It primarily related to meeting the requirement of the standard, functionally efficient system and economical maintainable system.

c)       Quality of conformance:- It is referred to the degree to which the constructed facility conformed the design and specification. Quality of conformance is affected by-

field construction methodology