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Quality Control on Site with External Staff
External teams deliver good results when requirements are clear and checks are structured – without mixing up responsibilities.
A clear scope of work
Define before the start what is delivered: scope, quality standard, norms and deadlines. The more precise the description, the fewer disputes at acceptance.
Check in stages
- Interim acceptance after defined construction phases.
- Photo documentation before components are closed up.
- A short protocol with defects, deadline and responsible person.
Keep responsibilities clean
Under a contract for work (Werkvertrag) the contractor directs its own employees. Report defects to the fixed contact, not to individual workers. This keeps the separation clear.
Documentation
Keep proofs of performance, protocols and photos. They help with warranty questions and inspections.
FAQ
May I instruct workers directly?
Under a Werkvertrag generally not. Instructions go through the contractor’s contact person.
How often should I accept work?
On larger projects, accept each construction phase separately.
What if there are defects?
Document the defect, set a deadline for rectification and inform the contact person.
