Common use of Quality Assessment Clause in Contracts

Quality Assessment. a) The Contractor or Contractor Representative will establish a minimum of one (1) quality examination plot per hectare planted and be well distributed throughout the block, so as to capture an arrangement of plots that are somewhat equidistant in spacing .Plots must be easily seen from a distance, with a ribbon hung at least 1.3m from the ground, and a ribbon driven into the ground to indicate plot centre. Plot location must fall within 10m of where they are indicated on the map. Plot size shall be 50 m² (radius = 3.99m). At each plot the following shall be recorded on an FS 704 or similar form: i) number of plantable spots ii) number of trees planted iii) number of satisfactorily planted trees iv) number of unsatisfactorily planted trees (with reasons) v) number of excess trees vi) species planted vii) number of well-spaced naturals in the plot viii) number of satisfactorily installed protectors