Note1 for control of sharp tools/foreign bodies(must have all 13 to pass audit)
28.~40 ( Section is applicable to ALL Toy, Upholstery, Soft Furnishing factories and any other factories using needles in their manufacturing process)
28.(I.1)* Are sharp tools (e.g. blades, needles, etc) attached to the working
benches?
29.(I.2)* Does factory use a one-piece sharp tool for trimming process? (So
called "break away" blades are not acceptable)
30.(I.3)* Is the distribution of sharp tools controlled by a supervisor?
31.(I.4)* Is there a record book to register the issuance and return of the total
number of sharp tools (even if they are broken) at the end of the
working day?
32.(I.5)* Is there a record book to register the issuance and return of the total
number of sharp tools (even if they are broken) at the end of the
working day?
33.(I.6)* Is there a record book to register the issuance and return of the total
number of sharp tools (even if they are broken) at the end of the
working day?
34.(I.7)* Can factory give good supporting reasons if any sharp tools are allowed
to be used in the packing area? If yes, how do they guarantee there is
not a chance to have the sharp tools packed in the master cartons to
ship?
35.(I.8)* Is there a broken needle policy?
36.(I.9)* Are operators in control of more than one needle at a time?
37.(I.10)* Is there a policy that no glass items are allowed in the production area?
38.(I.11)* If glass is broken in the production area does someone have the authority
To stop production and dispose of contaminated stock?
39.(I.12)* Is the distribution of needles controlled by a Supervisor?
40.(I.13)* Are there any overhead walkways/structures where foreign bodies could
fall through and contaminate stock?
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