QA/QC Consulting & Auditing

Build QA/QC systems that work in the field. Steelhead provides QA/QC consulting and auditing services that help organizations close gaps, strengthen compliance, and maintain audit-ready quality programs that stand up to inspections and real-world execution, without slowing operations.

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What QA/QC Consulting Means for You

Quality Assurance and Quality Control aren't just compliance requirements, they're the foundation of predictable, repeatable performance. When systems are unclear, inconsistently applied, or poorly documented, the result is rework, audit findings, and operational risk.

Steelhead's QA/QC consulting and auditing services are designed to close those gaps. We assess how your quality program actually functions, identify where it breaks down, and implement practical improvements that strengthen execution, documentation, and oversight.

Whether you're building a program from the ground up or correcting deficiencies in an existing system, our approach delivers measurable improvement, not just a passing audit.

Good audits confirm compliance. Strong quality systems prevent problems before they start.

Why Companies Need QA/QC Support

Many organizations rely on informal quality processes, outdated checklists, or inconsistent inspection practices that no longer meet today's regulatory and client expectations. Without a structured QA/QC program, even small quality gaps can lead to rework, audit-findings, project delays, and compliance risk.

Steelhead bridges that gap. We provide QA/QC consulting and auditing support that brings structure, documentation control, and technical oversight to your quality systems. Our approach helps ensure inspections, testing, and quality records meet applicable standards and stand up to audits, client revisions, and real-world execution.

Consistency builds trust.

Documentation proves it.

QA/QC inspectors reviewing inspection data and construction materials on-site, representing structured quality control and compliance oversight.

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Our QA/QC Consulting & Audit Process

How We Help

We start by understanding your organization’s goals and compliance requirements…

The result is a practical QA/QC program protocols are applied consistently across teams and sites.

Strengthen Your QA/QC Systems

Reviewing inspection records and quality documentation, representing assessment of procedures, audits, and compliance gaps.

On-site handshake between project stakeholders, representing implementation, collaboration, and verification of QA/QC processes.

What You Gain

Clear, Consistent QA/QC Documentation

Accurate inspection and quality records keep your QA/QC system audit-ready.

Improved Audit & Compliance Outcomes

Structured QA/QC processes support smoother regulatory and client audits.

Reduced Risk of Rework & Non-Conformance

Prevent quality issues before they impact production, cost, or compliance.

Better Visibility into Quality Performance

Track inspection results and quality metrics in real time.

Both. We perform on-site audits when field verification is required and provide remote document reviews, gap assessments, and system evaluations when physical presence isn't necessary. The approach is determined by regulatory requirements, project risk, and scope.
Our audits and QA/QC programs are aligned with applicable CSA, API, ASME, ISO, and client-specific requirements. We verify not just that procedures exist, but that they are implemented, followed, and properly documented across field and office operations.
Yes. We work within your existing quality, document control, and inspection systems whenever possible. If gaps exist, we help configure or implement digital tools that improve traceability, reporting, and audit readiness without disrupting operations.
We support internal audits, supplier audits, construction and fabrication audits, system audits, and readiness assessments. Each audit is scoped to your project requirements, regulatory obligations, and operational risk profile.
We focus on practical improvement, not checkbox compliance. Our team provides clear findings, actionable recommendations, and follow-through support to ensure corrective actions are implemented and sustained.
Both. Steelhead can support a clearly scoped, project-based engagement (for example: audit prep, QA/QC program setup, procedure/forms updates, or a specific investigation), and we also offer ongoing, fractional support to keep your system audit-ready and consistent as needs change.