[Mike Betts]

Originally Posted by Cory

I feel like the problem is rarely that there are not enough inspectors. Normally there's a whole bunch sitting around with their hands in their pockets because teams refuse to start inspection until 5 or 6 PM Thursday night.

From my experience inspecting it takes the head inspector being very insistent with teams that they NEED to start the process early, even if they aren't even close to being done. There's always some things that can be checked off while assembly/repairs/changes are being done.

Cory,

I totally agree with your point. I have been lead inspector for a few years now and this issue is very real. I could site specifics but that path would lead this thread in a non-productive direction.

Suffice it to say that most teams could start the inspection process much earlier than they usually do.

And before I get flamed, I should note that, last year, a few teams were prevented from starting an early inspection because my inspectors were tied up with the software verification process on Thursday AM. There can be no doubt that streamlining improvements will need to be made this year.

Regards,

Mike