Product quality audit

Who it's for: Quality assurance and product teams.

Specification

1. Is there an approved, current product specification? YesNo
2. Do test results for this batch meet the specification? YesNo
3. Are deviations from the specification documented and approved? YesNo
4. Are customer-specific requirements captured and checked? YesNo

Labelling & packaging

5. Does the label match the approved artwork and specification? YesNo
6. Are mandatory regulatory details present on the label? YesNo
7. Is packaging fit to protect the product during transport? YesNo
8. Are batch or lot numbers printed and legible? YesNo

Traceability

9. Can raw materials be traced to their supplier lots? YesNo
10. Can the finished batch be traced to the customers who received it? YesNo
11. Has a traceability or mock recall exercise been done in the last 12 months? YesNo
12. Are production records complete for this batch? YesNo

Release & complaints

13. Is the batch released by an authorised person? YesNo
14. Are customer complaints recorded and investigated? YesNo
15. Are returned products inspected and the outcome recorded? YesNo
16. Are quality trends reviewed by management? YesNo

For each answer, record a short reason and attach supporting evidence (certificates, logs, photos) where available. These questions reflect general good practice; adapt them to the standards and laws that apply to you.