ODOT’s Quality Assurance Unit plays an important role in the construction of transportation facilities. The unit's primary responsibilities include:
ODOT’s QUALITY ASSURANCE PROGRAM – The purpose of ODOT’s Quality Assurance Program is to ensure that quality materials are used in the construction of transportation facilities. The program defines the responsibilities of both ODOT and the Contractor in order to satisfy the program requirements. This program includes Laboratory Certification for Materials Testing.
INSPECTION CERTIFICATION PROGRAM – The purpose of this program is to provide adequate training and resources for Construction Inspectors, and to ensure consistent administration of highway construction projects. This program includes primary responsibilities for inspector training and certification.
MATERIALS TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATION PROGRAM – The primary goal of this program is to develop and maintain a pool of well-trained technicians to perform field testing of materials for both Quality Control and Quality Assurance.
LABORATORY CERTIFICATION PROGRAM – The purpose of this program is to ensure that laboratories consistently provide quality test results.
