Glossary D

Deutsch: Dokumentenlenkung / Español: Control de documentos / Português: Controle de documentos / Français: Contrôle des documents / Italiano: Controllo dei documenti

Document control in the quality management context refers to the systematic management, creation, distribution, and maintenance of documents that are essential for ensuring the consistent application of quality standards across an organisation. These documents can include standard operating procedures (SOPs), quality manuals, work instructions, forms, records, and any other documentation that guides or records processes, compliance, or product specifications. Effective document control ensures that only the most current and approved versions of documents are in use, reducing errors and maintaining compliance with quality standards and regulations.

Deutsch: Dokumentation / Português: Documentatio / Français: Documentation / Italiano: Documentazione

In the quality management context, documentation refers to the written or recorded information that describes processes, procedures, or systems, and provides evidence of conformance to requirements. Documentation is an important aspect of quality management, as it provides a record of the processes and procedures used by an organization and serves as evidence of conformance to requirements.

Deutsch: Dosierung / Español: Dosificación / Português: Dosagem / Français: Dosage / Italiano: Dosaggio

Dosage in the context of quality management typically refers to the precise measurement and administration of a substance, component, or input within a process to achieve the desired quality outcome. This term is most commonly associated with industries such as pharmaceuticals, food production, and chemical manufacturing, where the accuracy of dosage directly impacts the safety, efficacy, and quality of the final product.

Deutsch: Dosis / Español: Dosis / Português: Dose / Français: Dose / Italiano: Dose /

In the context of quality management, particularly within industries like pharmaceuticals, healthcare, and food production, the term dose refers to the measured quantity of a product or substance to be administered or applied within a specific context. It is crucial for ensuring the efficacy, safety, and quality of the product. Managing the dose accurately is essential for complying with quality standards and regulations, guaranteeing that products deliver their intended benefits without causing harm to consumers or patients.

Deutsch: Dosimeter / Español: Dosímetro / Português: Dosímetro / Français: Dosimètre / Italiano: Dosimetro

In the quality management context, a dosemeter (often spelled dosimeter in English) is a device used to measure the dose or accumulated exposure to a particular agent or condition over time. In quality management, especially in industries where personnel or products are exposed to potentially harmful or controlled conditions such as radiation, chemicals, noise, or other environmental factors, dosimeters play a crucial role in ensuring safety and compliance with health and safety standards. They provide quantifiable data that can be used to assess whether the conditions meet predefined quality and safety criteria, enabling organizations to take corrective actions if necessary.

Deutsch: Dosimetrie / Español: Dosimetría / Português: Dosimetria / Français: Dosimétrie / Italiano: Dosimetria /

Español: Dosimetría / Français: Dosimétrie / Italiano: Dosimetria
Dosimetry is in its original sense the measurement of the absorbed dose delivered by ionizing radiation.

Deutsch: Ausfallzeit / Español: Tiempo de inactividad / Português: Tempo de inatividade / Français: Temps d'arrêt / Italiano: Tempo di inattività

Downtime in the quality management context refers to the period during which production processes, systems, or machinery are unavailable or non-operational, leading to disruptions in productivity and negatively impacting product quality. Managing downtime effectively is crucial for maintaining consistent production quality, minimizing waste, and ensuring that performance targets are met.

Deutsch: Entwässerung / Español: Drenaje / Português: Drenagem / Français: Drainage / Italiano: Drenaggio

Drainage in the context of quality management refers to the systematic removal or control of excess water, fluids, or other unwanted liquids from a given area, product, or system to maintain optimal operating conditions and ensure the quality and integrity of processes and products. Effective drainage is crucial in various industries to prevent damage, contamination, and inefficiencies.