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 Inaccessible Characteristic |
A characteristic that cannot be physically accessed at
any time after it is generated without destroying the part; inaccessible
dimensions may include internal dimensions of castings, internal dimensions
of a welded or brazed assembly which are called out for the assembly.
Inaccessible non-dimensional characteristics include material strength,
certain metallurgical features and manufacturing processes, including
non-destructive testing. Measurement of the characteristic will be by
destructive means unless a suitable non-destructive technique exists.
Evidence of process capability may also be used. |
| Initial FAIR |
A complete First Article Inspection for the part / product. |
| Inspect |
A conformity evaluation by observation, judgment and appropriate measurement, testing and gauging e.g. Examination of an object to determine whether it conforms to standards and / or applicable engineering specifications etc. |
| Inspection (HS&E) |
Is the observation either freely or against specific checklists of hazards, working practices and use of safety equipment etc. within the workplace. |
| Integrator |
Integrators are suppliers who have the additional responsibility
e.g. to deliver a build package, or elements of a build package which
consists of production parts or assemblies. |
| Investments & Services (Rolls-Royce) |
The purchasing groups within Rolls-Royce (known as "Indirect"
within North America) who are responsible for the acquisition and supply
of Corporate Services ; Engineering, Capital & Services ; Facilities
Management ; Information Technology ; Logistics Services and Manufacturing
Systems. |
| Investigation |
A determination of the immediate and underlying causes of an incident (e.g. HS&E). |
| Investigation
Request |
A document summarising a problem or an improvement opportunity. |
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