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Construction Quality Management and Control
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Construction Quality Management and Control

by Kumar Neeraj Jha
March 2025
Intermediate to advanced
340 pages
9h 3m
English
Pearson India

Overview

ensures that buildings, roads, infrastructure, and mega construction projects can withstand wear, weather, and use over time, minimizing the risk of costly repairs or failures. High quality also enhances the comfort, safety, and health of occupants, reducing the potential for accidents, rework, or other structural, mechanical, and electrical issues. Moreover, quality workmanship reflects professionalism and helps to meet legal and regulatory standards, avoiding legal and financial consequences, some of which can be severe.

Quality construction also promotes sustainability and brings higher profits for the contractor while satisfying project owners, thereby assuring success. This book is designed to help construction professionals advance the cause of quality in the built environment, as well as serve as a textbook for students learning quality control in construction.

Features –

📚 This book delves into the principles and practices of quality management, addressing critical topics such as quality planning, assurance, control processes, and continuous improvement strategies.

🧠 The book focuses on modern tools and technologies covering topics such as reliability, availability, operating characteristic curves, process capability, Six Sigma, and data-driven decision-making, effectively bridging the gap between traditional practices and emerging innovations.

🎯 It also provides practical insights into implementing quality control measures, conducting inspections and managing risks that can compromise project integrity.

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Publisher Resources

ISBN: 9789367137550