What does QA/QC stand for in FDOT earthwork?

• A. Quick Analysis/Control
• B. Quality Assurance/Quality Control
• C. Quantity Allocation/Quality Check
• D. Qualified Agreement/Control

Answer: (B)

In FDOT earthwork, QA/QC means Quality Assurance and Quality Control. This pair describes how quality is managed from planning to the finished product. Quality Assurance is the proactive part: the planned systems, procedures, and training that ensure the processes used to place and compact earthwork are capable of producing acceptable results—things like calibrated equipment, proper procedures, and thorough documentation. Quality Control is the reactive part: the testing and inspection that verify the actual earthwork meets the specifications, such as field density checks, moisture tests, and acceptance criteria tied to design requirements. Together, QA and QC create a feedback loop to prevent defects and catch any that occur so corrective actions can be taken, keeping the project on specification. Other phrasing doesn’t reflect this standard, dual focus on both preventing issues and verifying outcomes.