What is the primary purpose of QA/QC records during audits?

• A. To Demonstrate Compliance With Quality Requirements.
• B. To Train New Inspectors.
• C. To Increase Sales.
• D. To Hire More Staff.

Answer: (A)

QA/QC records during audits are meant to provide verifiable evidence that the quality requirements are being met throughout the welding inspection process. These records show traceability of procedures, materials, inspections, tests, and results, and they demonstrate that the quality management system is implemented and functioning as intended. Auditors rely on these documents to confirm conformity with specified standards, verify that inspections and tests were conducted correctly, and ensure that any nonconformances were properly documented and addressed through corrective actions. This evidence-based approach is what makes QA/QC records the primary tool for proving compliance, rather than activities like training, sales, or hiring, which are not the main purpose of records during an audit.