VFE Form by Target

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Vendor Factory Evaluation (VFE) Overview & Instructions

PURPOSE
The Vendor Factory Evaluation (VFE) is a tool to be used by vendors to monitor and access a factory's ability to meet Target expectations. The VFE focuses on Quality and Supplier Management, Production and Process Control, Production Test Plans, Control of Non-Conforming Materials, Corrective Action, Training, Equipment and Maintenance, Site Conditions, Social Compliance, CTPAT, as well as Production Sector categories that focus on process and/or product categories as they apply to the manufacturing activity within the facility's walls.
SCOPE
The VFE is to be used by the vendor for the following: 1) Anytime a "new factory" without an existing Target Factory Evaluation is going to be considered for inclusion in the Target factory matrix. Use of the Target VFE is required and must accompany the request for a TCPS Factory Evaluation to be performed. New Factory is defined as a factory that does not have a current FE (dated within the past twelve months) on file with Target. A new factory must have at least 3 months of production records and can be defined as any of the following: Initial factory evaluation A factory new to the Target matrix The vendor is building a new building and it is a new BPM ID Production lines will start producing a different product category NOTE: New ownership of existing factory does not require new FE 2) Anytime an existing factory adds a product category different than what is currently being manufactured in the factory. Use of the Target VFE is required and must accompany the request for a TCPS Factory Evaluation to be performed. 3) Anytime an existing factory adds additional capacity beyond the current factory four walls within a manufacturing compound. Use of the Target VFE is required and must accompany the request for a TCPS Factory Evaluation to be performed. 4) As a tool to baseline, monitor or sustain the factory's ongoing performance. Vendor's may utilize the VFE at any time and there is no need to submit this VFE to TCPS if used to monitor or sustain the factory performance.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Vendor Vendor needs to complete an honest, careful, and accurate VFE. Target's requirement is that Vendor's drive continuous improvement through ongoing, periodic use of the VFE and support of the TCPS FE CAP. If the VFE vs. FE results have over a 20% score variance difference, Vendor could incur a significant chargeback, per TCPS HQ QA's policy. TCPS TCPS Field will confirm and validate the information during the TCPS conducted FE. If you are a NEW VENDOR (Candidate) - NEW FACTORY / Expired Factory Evaluation (Evaluation Date exceeds 12 months), follow the below requirements: 1) After obtaining form from Product Manager (PM) , it is the Vendor's responsibility to familiarize themselves with VFE form (all tabs) and Target's requirements. 2) Vendor completes a VFE at the factory. 3a) If factory meets Target requirements - Score is 70 and above without Auto Fails - Vendor submits VFE by emailing a copy directly to TCPS Local Office. See Partners On Line (POL) > Library > Working with Target > Team Partners > Quality Assurance > Contacts for Regional TCPS contact information. Vendor must also provide a copy of: A diagram of the plant layout The manufacturing process flow from beginning to end within the factory A list of the manufacturing controls 3b) If factory does not meet Target requirements - Score is below 70 or above 70 with auto fails - Vendor does not submit the VFE. Vendor needs to review and take corrective action on any requirements not met and determine if the factory has the capacity and capabilities to produce Target product and whether the factory will take ownership and appropriate action to meet requirements. 4) TCPS Local Office confirms receipt of VFE within 7 days. If complete TCPS can schedule factory evaluation (FE) only when factory is in a "registered status" (not pending) within the Business Partners Management (BPM) system. If you are a NEW VENDOR (Candidate) - EXISTING FACTORY ("Evaluation Date" within the last 12 months), follow the below requirements: 1) 2) After obtaining form from Product Manager (PM), it is the Vendor's responsibility to familiarize themselves with VFE form, instructions and Target requirements Vendor completes a VFE at the factory to baseline factory's performance to Target requirements. Vendor is not required to submit VFE to TCPS Local Office. 3) Vendor requests from factory a current FE CAP to ensure factory sustainability. Vendor needs to support existing CAP. 4) TCPS Local Office schedules Factory Evaluation on/around anniversary date of original FE. Vendor should utilize VFE in advance of annual TCPS FE to ensure factory sustainability. Vendor is not required to submit VFE to TCPS Local Office.
VFE Workbook Overview

VFE Overview and Instruction tab provides guidance on the purpose, when to use, roles and responsibilities of vendors, and instructions for all tabs provided. Factory Information tab documents the business area, Vendor and Factory information. FE Preparation and Documents tab provides direction on the requirements by each business area to be prepared in advance of conducting the VFE. Factory Capabilities tab records factory manufacturing capabilities. Machine List & Capacity tab records factory machines available and capacity/output. FE Walk Thru tab provides a template to document general observations made for each section of the Factory Evaluation during the walk thru of the facility. Vendor Factory Evaluation (VFE) tab is the actual form used to input the evaluator's findings and determine the factory score. This tab also includes the Resource Guidance Content to aid the evaluator with their answers. Workmanship Audit tab is the form used to document the 20-piece inspection of product manufactured in the factory. Applies to Initial Factory Only.
VFE Overview - Instructions
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Process
1) Contact factory to ensure all documentation will be available for review at time of VFE (See FE Preparation & Documents tab). This could include information necessary to complete the Factory Info tab, the Capability tab, and the Machine List & Capacity tab of the form as well. 2) At the Factory - Conduct the "Document Review" meeting. 3) Complete the Factory Info, Capabilities, Machine List & Capacity tabs in this document review meeting. Required for Vendor to complete Optional for Vendor to complete Optional 'child' questions' based on 'parent' question Required for TCPS MT to complete 4) Using the FE Walk-Thru template walk the factory validating information and documenting observations along the way. 5) Perform a 20-piece workmanship audit of goods that are representative of product the factory will be producing. Applies to Initial Factory Only. 6) Complete the VFE answering all questions on all sections that apply. Production Sectors - as applicable (See Mandatory Sections FE Prep & Documents tab ) DOCUMENT CONTROL FURNITURE QUALITY MANAGEMENT TOYS AND CHILDRENS SUPPLIER MANAGEMENT ELECTRICAL PRODUCTION CONTROL FABRIC INSPECTION PRODUCTION TEST PLAN MATERIALS CONTROL OF NON-CONFORMING MATERIALS PATTERNS AND MARKERS CORRECTIVE ACTION/REMEDIAL ACTION PLANS SPREADING AND CUTTING TRAINING LABORATORY EQUIPMENT & EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE COLOR EVALUATION SITE CONDITIONS SEWING-PRODUCTION SOCIAL COMPLIANCE PRESSING CTPAT METAL DETECTION WORKMANSHIP AUDIT (INITIAL FACTORY ONLY) FOOTWEAR IMPORTANT - We have standardized our policy, procedures, and expectations adding specific auto-fail questions related to safety and consistent quality execution such as appropriate machinery, adequate needle detection, specific QA processes, record keeping, US safety and regulatory requirements, etc. If any are answered "NO" the FE will score as "AUTO FAIL" which means the FE has FAILED. 7) The Vendor Factory Evaluation tab will generate a score when all questions have been answered. 8) Conduct "post VFE" meeting discussing results and all questions answered "No". This is the factory's Corrective Action Plan (CAP). 9) If the VFE meets Target requirements - Score 70 and above without Auto Fails - Vendor submits VFE by emailing a copy directly to TCPS Local Office.
This is the current FE Grading/Scoring:
SCORE 80-100 70-79 60-69 59 or below
GRADE Green - Satisfactory Yellow - Proceed with Caution Yellow - Factory at Risk Red - QA Unacceptable
If you have a RED Grade (either due to score or AUTO FAIL), you are required to complete a Corrective Action Plan. Below are the guidelines for a Corrective Action Plan: GUIDELINE: Vendor/Factory sends in FAILED Self Evaluation to TCPS communicating their Action Plan to improve/fix issue(s). After sending FAILED Self Evaluation into TCPS, the Vendor/Factory needs to first improve by fixing the issue(s). Once Vendor/Factory fixes issue(s) and has a Grade of: GREEN or YELLOW (PASSED Self Evaluation), the re-send PASSED form back to TCPS for future FE audit. Important note effective thru December 2012 for initial and annual Factory Evaluations: If the TCPS conducted Factory Evaluation Score is between 40-69, the factory will have 120 days to utilize the CAP process and achieve a score of 70 or above. Initial TCPS conducted Factory Evaluations scoring 59 or below cannot begin production until the CAP process is complete.
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aluation (VFE) Overview & Instructions
factory's ability to meet Target expectations. The VFE focuses on Quality and Supplier Management, Production and ion, Training, Equipment and Maintenance, Site Conditions, Social Compliance, CTPAT, as well as Production Sector ng activity within the facility's walls.
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elve months) on file with Target. of the following:
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ay utilize the VFE at any time and there is no need to submit this VFE to TCPS if used to monitor or sustain the factory
riodic use of the VFE and support of the TCPS FE CAP. If the VFE vs. FE results have over a 20% score variance difference,
. Vendor should utilize VFE in advance of annual TCPS FE to ensure factory sustainability. Vendor is not required to
responsibilities of vendors, and instructions for all tabs provided. area to be prepared in advance of conducting the VFE.
on of the Factory Evaluation during the walk thru of the facility. and determine the factory score. This tab also includes the Resource Guidance Content to aid the evaluator with their
anufactured in the factory. Applies to Initial Factory Only.
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e FE Preparation & Documents tab). This could include information necessary to complete the Factory Info tab, the
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g observations along the way. ctory will be producing. Applies to Initial Factory Only.
c auto-fail questions related to safety and consistent quality execution such as appropriate machinery, adequate needle . If any are answered "NO" the FE will score as "AUTO FAIL" which means the FE has FAILED.
wered. he factory's Corrective Action Plan (CAP). ubmits VFE by emailing a copy directly to TCPS Local Office.
Corrective Action Plan. Below are the guidelines for a Corrective Action Plan:
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Factory Information
Factory Name Factory BPM ID Business Area
Select
Instructions: Select the correct Business Area and Product Category(s) that your factory produces Enter all Vendor Information, Factory Information and Contact Details, Key Factory Personnel and Employee Information, Key Customers and Name, Title and Date when VFE was completed Products Produced Select Product Categories Produced Product Category 1 Product Category 2 Product Category 3 Product Category 4
Select Select Select Select
Accessories and Apparel Candles Ceramics Electronics Footwear General Hardgoods
Glass Handicraft Luggage Metal Furniture Metal Products Paper
Plastics Softhome Toys Wood Wood Furniture
Department Number(s) Vendor Information TSS, Non-TSS or Both Vendor BPM ID Target GMS Vendor ID Vendor Name Vendor Address Country State/Province City/Town Village Zip/Postal Code
Vendor Contact Name Vendor Contact Email Address Vendor Phone Number Vendor Fax Number
Select
Mfg. for Target Factory Information Factory BPM ID Factory Name Factory Address Country State/Province City/Town Village Zip/Postal Code
Factory Longitude and Latitude Coordinates
Select
Factory Contact Information Name Title E-mail Contact Phone Speaks English? If No, English Contact Name
Select
Key Factory Personnel TITLE President /Gen. Mgr. Quality Mgr Plant / Operations Mgr Production Manager Other Personnel Employee Information
NAME
YRS IN POSITION
YRS AT COMPANY
PHONE
EMAIL
NUMBER EMPLOYEES Production Supervisors Production Operators QA Manager / Supervisors Inline QA Inspectors Final QA Inspectors Industrial Engineer Technical Design / Fit Engineers Lab Manager / Supervisors Lab Technicians Maintenance Manager / Supervisors Mechanic Other Factory Workers Total Factory Employees Key Customers in the Past 12 Months CUSTOMER NAME
BUSINESS %
TYPE OF PRODUCT
DESCRIPTION OF PRODUCT
Overall Comments
VFE Completed by Vendor Representative Name and Title Factory Representative Name and Title Date: Date:
Factory Information
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Factory Evaluation Preparation and Documents

Factory Name Factory BPM ID Business Area Instructions: The purpose of the Factory Evaluation Preparation and Documents is to identify which sections/questions require a response and provides a listing of documentation that factories must provide at a scheduled TCPS Factory Evaluation. The Document Review meeting is conducted in the factory office for a review of processes, procedures, and documentation relative to each section. Documents are to be prepared in advance of this meeting. Mandatory Section Questions & Documents are required for ALL Factory Evaluations Production Sector Questions & Documents are required as applicable when present in factory or as noted. The factory must have a knowledgeable representative that can speak to the documents in each section. Select the appropriate business type and use the check as verified column to check off as documents are ready for the meeting and the VFE. Check as added or verified A&A Footwear SH HG
Category Document Control Document Control Document Control Document Control Document Control Quality Management Quality Management Quality Management Quality Management Quality Management Quality Management Supplier Management Supplier Management Supplier Management Supplier Management Supplier Management Supplier Management Supplier Management Supplier Management Production Control Production Control Production Control Production Control Production Control Production Control Production Control Production Control Production Control Production Control Production Control Production Control Production Control Production Control Production Control
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Questions & Documents Required All questions in this section to be completed SOP for Document Control Master list or similar means for controlling documents Controlled documents to be readily available Instructions defining how quality records are stored, disposed of, and retention period All questions in this section to be completed Organization chart for review of reporting structure Documentation of shift schedules including Quality Department Documentation of quality goals and performance results Documentation of quality control meetings Documentation of quality control reports including summaries All questions in this section to be completed SOP of Inventory control with supporting records Documented supplier approval procedure Records of supplier approvals Approved supplier list SOP ensuring incoming raw materials & sub-assemblies conform to specification & quality standards SOP ensuring incoming raw materials & sub-assemblies conform to US safety and regulatory requirements SOP for review of product & packaging for color consistency All questions in this section to be completed Production flow diagrams with control points Production instructions for all production processes and production operations In-line Inspection procedure(s) - All production areas Internal in-line inspection records Internal DUPRO inspection procedure Internal DUPRO inspection records Defect classification list Inspection procedures/instructions for all stages of production Internal final random audit (FRI) inspection records Internal pre-production meeting process Internal pre-production meeting records Documentation that validates review of product test requirements and results prior to production start SOP comparing first production units to client approved sample(s) and specifications Documentation that validates the effectiveness of the traceability system
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118482235.xls.ms_office Category Mandatory / Production Sector Mandatory Mandatory Mandatory Mandatory Mandatory Mandatory Mandatory Mandatory Mandatory Mandatory Mandatory Mandatory Mandatory Mandatory Mandatory Mandatory Mandatory Mandatory Mandatory Mandatory Mandatory Mandatory Mandatory Mandatory Mandatory Mandatory Mandatory Mandatory Mandatory Mandatory Mandatory Mandatory Mandatory Mandatory Production Sector Production Sector Questions & Documents Required SOP requiring customer approval for product changes that may affect safety, regulatory, and quality requirements All questions in this section to be completed Documentation of factorys production test plan (PTP) including justification of appropriateness PTP execution records to be readily available All questions in this section to be completed SOP for control of non-conforming raw materials, components, and finished products including rework and final disposition Records of non-conforming/rejected raw materials, components, and finished products including rework Records that non-confirming materials, components (including packaging), and finished products are disposed according to customers and/or legal requirements SOP for the notification to customers on issues of product safety and legality (non-compliance with any rule, ban, standard and regulation) Records of notification to customers on issues of product safety and legality (non-compliance with any rule, ban, standard and regulation) All questions in this section to be completed SOP of corrective action covering the investigation and resolution of nonconformities that may affect safety, regulatory, and quality requirements of product Corrective action/remedial action records All questions in this section to be completed Documents that designate required training per area and position Employee training records All questions in this section to be completed Master list of all measurement and test equipment being calibrated SOP on the Calibration of Measurement equipmet including actions taken when measurement and test equipment are not operating within specified tolerances or limits Maintenance records for main facility equipment (power supply, boilers, heaters, compressors, etc). Documentation of planned maintenance system covering all equipment critical to product safety, legality, quality, and business continuity Maintenance records for all equipment critical to product safety, legality, quality, and business continuity Inventory list of spare parts on hand All questions in this section to be completed All questions in this section to be completed Documentation of hiring procedure All questions in this section to be completed Procedure for the control and fixation of seals to containers/trailers Records of seal/lock log Procedure for the distribution of seals/locks Documentation of container load plan or container seal log 7-point container/trailer check list or procedure verifying the integrity of the container/trailer SOP for terminated employees Record of 20-piece vendor conducted workmanship audit of factory product All questions in this section to be completed SOP for fabric inspection Copyright 2011 Target. Check as added or verified A&A Footwear SH HG
Production Control Production Test Plan Production Test Plan Production Test Plan Control of Nonconforming Materials Control of Nonconforming Materials Control of Nonconforming Materials Control of Nonconforming Materials Control of Nonconforming Materials Control of Nonconforming Materials Corrective Action/Remedial Action Corrective Action/Remedial Action Corrective Action/Remedial Action Training Training Training Equipment and Maintenance Equipment and Maintenance Equipment and Maintenance Equipment and Maintenance Equipment and Maintenance Equipment and Maintenance Equipment and Maintenance Site Conditions Social Compliance Social Compliance CTPAT CTPAT CTPAT CTPAT CTPAT CTPAT CTPAT Workmanship Audit Fabric Inspection Fabric Inspection FE Preparation & Documents
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118482235.xls.ms_office Category Fabric Inspection Fabric Inspection Fabric Inspection Spreading and Cutting Spreading and Cutting Spreading and Cutting Spreading and Cutting Spreading and Cutting Spreading and Cutting Spreading and Cutting Laboratory - Required where checked Laboratory - Required where checked Color Evaluation - Required where checked Color Evaluation - Required where checked Color Evaluation - Required where checked Color Evaluation - Required where checked Color Evaluation - Required where checked Sewing-Production Sewing-Production Sewing-Production Metal Detection - Required for Childrens & Softhome Product where checked Metal Detection - Required for Childrens & Softhome Product where checked Metal Detection - Required for Childrens & Softhome Product where checked Metal Detection - Required for Childrens & Softhome Product where checked Footwear Footwear Footwear Footwear Footwear Footwear Footwear Footwear Footwear Footwear Footwear Footwear Footwear Footwear Footwear FE Preparation & Documents Mandatory / Production Sector Production Sector Production Sector Production Sector Production Sector Production Sector Production Sector Production Sector Production Sector Production Sector Production Sector Production Sector Production Sector Production Sector Production Sector Production Sector Production Sector Production Sector Production Sector Production Sector Production Sector Production Sector Questions & Documents Required Records that validate fabric inspections are performed and per process SOP for shade bands Records of shade bands All questions in this section to be completed SOP for the cutting of fabric Records of cutting in-line inspections SOP for shade control - fabric lots in spreading and cut goods by ply SOP for bundle integrity Records that document fusing log Fusible interlining specifications All questions in this section to be completed Records of product testing for dimensional stability, appearance after care, colorfastness and fabric weight All questions in this section to be completed Records of Lamp bulb maintenance/replacement Light box calibration certificate Records verifying color evaluators are tested SOP for color evaluation of product All questions in this section to be completed SOP for broken needle control process Broken needle log All questions in this section to be completed Check as added or verified A&A Footwear SH HG
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SOP for metal detection including calibration of equipment
Production Sector
Records documenting metal detection of production
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Records of calibration checks All questions in this section to be completed SOP for mold/mildew prevention Records time controller is monitored on assembly/lasting production line Records temperature controller is monitored on assembly/lasting production line SOP for lasting marks Records of lasting mark checks inline SOP for cooling cabinet Records of cooling cabinet temperature checks SOP for use of fungicides/anti-mold chemicals SOP for proper gluing technique Records of inline gluing checks Documented process controls for sole pressing Records of pressing checks Documented process controls for buffing of sole Records of buffing checks Copyright 2011 Target.
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118482235.xls.ms_office Category Footwear Footwear Footwear Footwear Footwear Footwear Footwear Toys and Childrens Hardgood Products Toys and Childrens Hardgood Products Toys and Childrens Hardgood Products Toys and Childrens Hardgood Products Toys and Childrens Hardgood Products Toys and Childrens Hardgood Products Toys and Childrens Hardgood Products Electrical Electrical Electrical Electrical Electrical Furniture Furniture Furniture Furniture Mandatory / Production Sector Production Sector Production Sector Production Sector Production Sector Production Sector Production Sector Production Sector Production Sector Production Sector Production Sector Production Sector Production Sector Production Sector Production Sector Production Sector Production Sector Production Sector Production Sector Production Sector Production Sector Production Sector Production Sector Production Sector Questions & Documents Required Documented process contols for placement of fillers Records of placement checks SOP for attachment of sole to upper Documented process controls for attachment of sole to upper Records of attachment checks Records monitoring speed of production line SOP for internal check of bonding/heel strength All questions in this section to be completed SOP for metal detection of product Records documenting metal detection of production Documentation of needle management system Records of broken needle log Records documenting use and frequency of test equipment Records documenting product testing at a CPSC accredited third party lab All questions in this section to be completed Records supporting use of critical in-house safety testing Records documenting use of multi-meter for AC & DC product Documentation all AC powered products have up-to-date listings with a recognized third party safety agency Records validating AC powered products are tested at the factory as specified by a third party safety agency All questions in this section to be completed Records of design review for safety prior to start of production Records supporting use of critical in-house safety testing Records indicating use of test equipment at defined milestones or production frequencies Check as added or verified A&A Footwear SH HG
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Factory Capabilities
Factory Name Factory BPM ID Business Area Instructions: Fill in all applicable sections based on your business category.
General Hardgoods
Products Produced in the Past 12 Months Product Type Quantity Comments
Materials Used in the Past 12 Months Material
Comments
Factory Processes Used in the Past 12 Months Process
Comments
Finishing Processes Used in the Past 12 Months Finishing Process
Comments
Sample Lead Time (in Days) Product Type
Days
Comments
List All Current Outsources or Subcontracted Factories Process Factory Name
Factory Address
Internal Testing Test Comments
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Accessories and Apparel

Factory Processes Process Capacity Per Day
Other Total Square Meters Unused Square Meters List of All Subcontractors Factory Name
Process
Phone Number
Factory Process Capacities Per Month Process
Quantity per Month
Measure (kilos, meters, units)
Other Product Capabilities (list all produced in past 12 months) Volume Units Per Day
Other Size Range (list all produced in past 12 months) Volume Units Per Day
Other Material Capabilities (list all produced in past 12 months) Volume Meters Per Day
Other Production Lines:
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SOFTHOME
Factory Processes Process Capacity Per Day
Total Square Meters Unused Square Meters List of All Subcontractors Factory Name
Process
Phone Number
Factory Process Capacities Per Month Process
Quantity per Month
Measure (kilos, meters, units)
Other Product Capabilities (list all produced in past 12 months)
No of Stitch Machines
Units Per Month (Prod)
Other Material Capabilities (list all produced in past 12 months) Volume Units Per Day
Other Process Capabilities Dyeing and Printing: Types of Dyeing Systems Dyestuff Suppliers Names % of Defects Finishing: Types of Finishing Systems Chemical Suppliers Names % of Defects Washing: Types of Washing % of Defects
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FOOTWEAR
Factory Capacity
Total Production Lines Total Production Lines Actually Used Actual Number of Workers Actual Production Pairs
1st Quarter
Last Year Per Quarter 2nd Quarter
Factory Capacity (Continued)

Total Production Lines Total Production Lines Actually Used Actual Number of Workers Actual Production Pairs
3 rd Quarter
Last Year Per Quarter 4th/5th Quarter
Select all Products Produced in the Past 12 Months Product Type Quantity
Ratio
Select all Materials produced in past 12 months Material Quantity
Ratio
Select all Genders used in past 12 months Gender Quantity
Ratio
Select all Factory Processes used in the past 12 months Process: Comments
Other Sample Lead Time (in days) Product Type
Days
Comments
List all current Outsourced or Subcontracted factories Process (list): Factory Name
Factory Address
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Machine List & Capacity Validation

Factory Name Factory BPM ID Business Area Instructions: Vendor selects Machine Type from drop down listing. This will be prefilled based upon the Product Categories selected on the Factory Information tab. Vendor will need to input: Quantity, Output per Machine per Hour, Output Measure, Hours per Day Machine is Run and Days per Week Machine is Run. The output information should be taken from factory production records. The form will calculate the Estimated Output per month. TCPS MT will validate all information and update any inaccurate information and any changes need to be highlighted in Bold Red.
Example Riveting Machine 12 3,000 Pieces 8 6 7,257,600
Machine Type
Quantity
Output per Machine per Hour
Output Measure
Hours per Day Machine is Run
Days per Week Machine is Run
Estimated Output per month 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Other - input details Other - input details Other - input details Other - input details
0 0 0
0
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Factory Evaluation Walk Thru Template

Factory Name Factory BPM ID Business Area Instructions: Print and use this document to note any key observations or call-outs during the Factory Evaluation.
Mandatory Sections
Document Control
Ensure written records, work instructions, procedures, and policies are stored, retained, maintained, and made available for review in a consistent control system at the factory, and the document version is authorized and validated.
Quality Management
Review activities the factory has put in place to ensure that they will produce high quality products.
Supplier Management
Verify supplier management processes and approval procedures are documented so that purchased materials conform to specifications, quality standards and US Safety and Regulatory requirements.
Production Control
Review activities performed during the production process to validate and ensure that the products manufactured are safe, legal and meet quality expectations.
Production Test Plan (PTP)

Ensure PTP is available and appropriate for the product and processes involved, meets Target minimum requirements, and is executed as documented.
Control of Non-Conforming Materials

Ensure procedures are in place to identify, segregate and dispose of non-conforming materials; Verify that written procedures are available to ensure that clients are notified of related issues.
Corrective Action / Remedial Action

Verify a documented corrective action system is established and corrective/remedial actions are completed or followed-up on within a defined time period.
Training
Ensures that factory personnel have training needed to perform their functions, and reviews the associated records and requirements.
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Equipment and Equipment Maintenance

Ensure equipment is suitable to produce products and validate Equipment Calibration and Maintenance procedures are executed with documented records.
Site Conditions
Encompass all aspects of the physical location that can allow the manufacture of consistent high quality product.
Social Compliance
Validate that the factory has critical social compliance functions in place, including a social compliance management structure, an appropriate hiring process, a timekeeping system, and a safe and healthy workplace.
CTPAT
Validate that the factory has a system and procedures for ensuring the security of its products, containers, site, and personnel.
Production Sector Details

Color Evaluation
Validate Macbeth Spectra Light III or Gretag Judge II or other recognized brand of light box with Target required light sources are in place, and verify key Color Evaluation requirements are available such as Recognized brand of light box with a valid calibration certificate, color vision test results of color evaluators, and records of Metamerism checking.
Electrical
Ensure appropriate equipments to support "critical" in-factory safety testing for AC products or HI POT testing are in place and maintained with records, and all AC powered products must have a calibrated Safety Agency listing and are tested at the factory as specified by the third party Safety Agency.
Fabric Inspection
Ensure a four point system is used for fabric inspection, the written records of fabric count, construction and weight are available, and internal documentation of shade bands are created and maintained.
Footwear
Validate all requirements listed in Target's Mildew Prevention Checklist are met, equipments of assembly/lasting equipment, the lasts checker, fungicide or anti-mold spray, conveyor belts, temperature setting and Micro-Pak sticker are maintained, and documented process controls of QC inline inspections on components/finished footwear are in place.
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Furniture
Ensure records indicating the design is reviewed for safety prior to beginning production are available and equipment is used by QC at defined milestones or production frequencies, and appropriate equipments to support "critical" in-factory safety testing are in place.
Laboratory
Ensure an in-house laboratory conditioned as per AATCC/ASTM standards, and Sharp Points Tester, Sharp Edge Tester, Small Part Cylinder, and Pull Test Equipment are used for childrens products if applicable.
Materials
Ensure dyes and chemicals are stored and labeled with information in a designated area, a bar code scanner is used for trims, and Target branded labels are controlled and secured.
Metal Detection
Validate metal detection equipment is placed in a way that product cannot bypass, and ensure a written metal detection procedure and documented 9 point calibration checks are recorded on all available machines.
Patterns and Markers

Ensure patterns are in good condition and made of good quality stock if they are used, and markers can make legible, continuous markings.
Pressing
Verify components of pressing table covers, padding, the vacuum system of the pressing table, and the steam quality are controlled and in good condition, and Teflon shoes are used in the pressing lines.
Sewing / Production
Verify sewing equipments of stitch-forming, machine thread handling systems, and feed systems are well maintained and presser foot settings are appropriate for the product/fabric.
Spreading and Cutting

Ensure procedures and equipments for knits tensionless spreading are in place, appropriate documentation for spread height or cutting height is available, processes/records of separating fabric lots/shades and cutting inline inspection are documented and maintained, and bundle integrity is maintained from cutting through sewing. Validate cutting tables are adequate and fusing equipment is used and maintained with records if applicable.
Toys & Children's Hardgoods Product

Ensure appropriate safety testing equipments, metal detection, broken needle control, and "use and abuse" testing capabilities based on product age grading are in place with internal records or CPSC accredited third party test reports.
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Vendor Factory Evaluation Mandatory and Production Sector Details

Factory Name Factory BPM ID Business Area Instructions: The Vendor evaluator must fill in all Mandatory sections (noted in green highlight) and all applicable Production Sector sections (noted in yellow highlight) on this tab. o If the factory meets the requirement, or has the documentation or process requested answer "YES" o If the factory DOES NOT meet the requirement, or have the documentation or process requested answer "NO" o If a question in a section of the factory evaluation is not applicable per instruction in the Resource Document Content column within the VFE tab answer "N/A". Based on your answer the form will automatically calculate your score at the top and bottom of the document. When you first start the Vendor Factory Evaluation, the score is set to 0% and will adjust once you start answering questions. Each auto fail question is written in RED. Each section/area of auto fail questions will be calculated next to the scoring section on the top of the document. Once you have verified that ALL sections and questions have been filled out with an answer of "YES", "NO", or "N/A" review your score at the top of the form.
Mandatory Sections
DOCUMENT CONTROL QUALITY MANAGEMENT SUPPLIER MANAGEMENT PRODUCTION CONTROL PRODUCTION TEST PLAN CONTROL OF NON-CONFORMING MATERIALS CORRECTIVE ACTION/REMEDIAL ACTION PLANS TRAINING EQUIPMENT & EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE SITE CONDITIONS SOCIAL COMPLIANCE CTPAT WORKMANSHIP AUDIT (INITIAL FACTORY ONLY)
Possible
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Awarded
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Production Sector Sections

FURNITURE TOYS AND CHILDRENS ELECTRICAL FABRIC INSPECTION MATERIALS PATTERNS AND MARKERS SPREADING AND CUTTING LABORATORY COLOR EVALUATION SEWING-PRODUCTION PRESSING METAL DETECTION FOOTWEAR
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SCORE GRADE
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Resource Guide
The factory must have at least one written procedure that describes the process and activities they perform to assure documentation is controlled. These controls may include, but not limited to revision control, authorizing & approving, control of obsolete documents, retention periods, where documents are located, etc. The document control system is to provide a means of knowing what documents the factory has and their latest revision level. The factory must have a master list or some other means of controlling their documentation. During the document review (Examples: QA procedures, Production work instructions, SOP's, etc.) and during the factory floor walk thru, select or identify a sampling of documents and then compare their revision level with the master list or whatever means the factory is using to track their documents. The majority of the documents sampled are to have the same revision as indicated by the document control system and they are to have evidence of authorization such as a signature and a date of issuance. Review and ensure the document control procedure or procedures include a description of the process the factory uses to remove obsolete documentation from use. Look for evidence that it is being used. Interview and observe to confirm factory workers have reasonable access to the documents needed to do their jobs. Review documented procedure on how the factory maintains quality records. The Procedure must indicate the retention period is at minimum 5 years after production has ended. Record review must validate records have been maintained for a minimum of 5 years after production has ended; or maintained since the creation of the Document Retention Procedure.
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5001
Document Control
Is there a procedure in place that defines how documentation is controlled?
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5002
Document Control
Is there a "Master List" of controlled documents?
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5003
Document Control
Are documents in use the current version and are they authorized and dated?
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5004 5005
Document Control Document Control
Is there a procedure in place to ensure obsolete documentation is removed from use? Is the documentation readily accessible by all relevant staff at all times?
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5006
Document Control
Is there a written procedure that defines how quality records are stored, protected, and disposed of as well as a defined retention period?
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5007
Quality Management
Review an Organizational Chart to see where the QA or QC Department reports. If they report to General Does the QA (Quality Assurance) or QC (Quality Control) department operate Manager, President, etc. score a YES. If they report to anybody in the Production Department, score is a NO. separately from the Production department? If organizational chart is not available, interview factory QA/QC leadership. Does the quality department have coverage during all shifts? Are measureable quality goals identified and actual performance results collected? Are documented, ongoing Quality Control (QC) meetings held at the factory in which Production is represented? Do the ongoing QC meetings demonstrate measureable, continuous improvement? Are daily or weekly quality goals and actual performance results posted on the factory floor? Is there an inventory control system with incoming/outgoing materials monitored and documented (location, quantity, etc)? Review random documentation of shift schedules. If shift schedule is not available, interview factory QA/QC leadership. For every production shift, there must be QC coverage. Review random documentation of quality goals performance results. Documentation must include goals and pass rate per product category. Must be available and complete. The factory must have, at a minimum, weekly QC meetings to discuss production issues, defect issues, etc. Documentation must include production issues and corrective action taken. A production manager or supervisor is to attend the QC Meetings. Must see evidence of the above in the documented meeting notes. Validate by reviewing records, data collection, and interviewing leadership. Verify there is measureable continuous improvement. While walking the production floor, look for posted quality goals and performance results. Review documentation to verify that all incoming / outgoing materials are monitored by an inventory control system. Verify location, material type and quantity matches inventory records. Review documentation to ensure the site has: - A documented supplier approval procedure - A list of approved suppliers for products, materials and services impacting product safety, legality or quality Not Applicable will apply if factory does not manufacture a finished product. Procedures shall be established which include clear criteria for ongoing assessment and the standards of performance required. Ongoing assessment may take the form of monitoring performance through one or more of the following: in house checks; certificates of analysis; certificate of conformity; supplier audits; traceability checks, etc. Not Applicable will apply if factory does not manufacture a finished product. Supplier approval records must be retained for a minimum of 5 years after production has ended. Not Applicable will apply if factory does not manufacture a finished product. The factory is to have defined criteria for reviewing suppliers. There are to be records of the suppliers being reviewed against this criteria. Not Applicable will apply if factory does not manufacture a finished product.
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5008 5009
Quality Management Quality Management
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5010
Quality Management
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5011 5012 5013
Quality Management Quality Management Supplier Management
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5014
Supplier Management
Does the factory have a documented supplier approval procedure, including a list of approved suppliers for products, materials and services impacting product safety, legality, or quality?
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5015
Supplier Management
Does the supplier approval procedure include clear criteria for ongoing assessment and the standards of performance required?
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5016 5017
Supplier Management Supplier Management
Are supplier approval records kept? Does the factory review the performance of suppliers against a defined criteria?
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Vendor Factory Evaluation (VFE)
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Factory Name Factory BPM ID Business Area Does the factory have a documented process to make sure that incoming raw materials and/or sub-assemblies conform to specifications and quality standards? Does the factory have a documented process to make sure that incoming raw materials, components, and/or sub-assemblies conform to US Safety and Regulatory requirements? Ask for the documented process and records. Documentation must include Standard samples and specifications. Verify that there is a process documented to ensure all incoming raw materials, components and/or subassemblies meet US Safety & Regulatory requirements. Paint tested for lead content, etc.
5018
Supplier Management
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5019
Supplier Management
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5020
Supplier Management
5021
Supplier Management
5022 5023
Production Control Production Control
5024
Production Control
Verify that a process to review color critical material is documented. Documentation must explain how to Does the factory have documented processes for reviewing product and evaluate material, quantity to check and how to use the light box. packaging material in the light box, under the current Target required light Not Applicable will apply if factory does not manufacture a finished product or there are no color critical source to ensure consistency of color? materials. All raw material must be in an area within the factory perimeter, in a secure area that has a roof and is not Are materials stored in a controlled area to avoid theft, loss, damage, subjected to bad weather, water on the ground, etc. Raw materials must be placed on pallets or stored on deterioration? shelving. Verify production procedure documentation supports the factory production. Must be written in the Do documented PRODUCTION flow diagrams exist and do they identify language that is understood by workers. Must be divided per department-process and operation. Verify quality control points? quality control points shown on diagram. Are there documented PRODUCTION instructions present at each production While on the production floor look for production procedures for each operation/machinery. Must be operation? written in the language that is understood by workers. Verify inspection procedure is suitable for the product, process and department. Must be written in the Are there documented INLINE INSPECTION instructions at each inspection language that is understood by workers. While on production floor, validate inspection procedure operation? documentation at each inspection area. These must be specific to that phase of production and indicate required frequency. Does factory keep internal INLINE inspection records? Does the factory perform During Production (DUPRO) inspections to a standard AQL or acceptable statistical quality level that is equal to or tighter than Target's AQL? Does factory keep internal DUPRO inspection records? Inline inspection report must be current and include the following information: production line, date, style, operation, frequency, defects, accept and reject quantity and inline inspector's name. Verify Factory AQL. Must be documented and at least as strict as Target's. Inspections must include workmanship and measurement when applicable. Not Applicable will apply if factory does not manufacture a finished product. Verify internal DUPRO documentation is current. Not Applicable will apply if factory does not manufacture a finished product.
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5025
Production Control
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5026 5027 5028 5029 5030 5031 5032 5033 5034 5035 5036 5037
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Does the factory use defect samples in the production area to show examples Verify if defect samples or photo's are available. These must be located in the Production area. Samples of common defects? must indicate type of defect. must be written in the language that is understood by workers. Does the factory have some type of listing to identify specific defects and is it being used in their inspections? Does the factory perform Final Random Inspections (FRI) to a standard AQL or acceptable statistical quality level that is equal to or tighter than Target's AQL? Does the factory keep internal FRI inspection records? Does the internal FRI include inspecting packaging and cartons? Does the factory have an internal documented pre-production process? Factory defect listing must have codes for all defect types (similar to Target's DCL). Validate utilization through review of inspection records. Verify Factory AQL. Must be documented and at least as strict as Target's. Inspections must include workmanship and measurement when applicable. Verify internal FRI results. Must be documented and up to date. This is an internal factory inspection separate from the Target conducted inspection. Information regarding inspection of packaging and cartons must be documented on internal FRI form. Not Applicable will apply if factory does not manufacture a finished product. Factory must hold a meeting before production starts. Documented process must indicate when the meeting will take place and attendees. Discussion topic's must include samples, product detail review, packaging & labeling, product testing, and production planning.
Does the factory hold a pre-production meeting prior to start of production? Verify pre-production documentation shows the meeting takes place prior to the start of production. Do documented Pre-Production meeting records exist? Are both production and factory QC represented at the pre-production meeting? Are product specifications and approval samples reviewed prior to production or at the pre-production meeting and is this documented in the meeting notes? Verify historical records confirm the existence of records. Verify documented representation includes Production and QC departments . Verify meeting notes document discussion of product specifications and approval samples.
5038
Production Control
Are product test requirements and results reviewed prior to production or at Verify meeting notes document discussion of product test requirements and results. the pre-production meeting and is this documented in the meeting notes? Are key product and quality requirements reviewed, identified and documented prior to production or at the pre-production meeting? Are Pre-production meeting notes/issues communicated to the appropriate personnel? Verify key product and quality requirements have been identified through review of pre-production meeting notes. Validate factory has a process to communicate the output or action plan of the pre-production meeting including action items including accountability and timing.
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5039 5040
Production Control Production Control
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5041
Production Control
Verify that there is a process where QC/Production compares the first production units off the line against Does a documented process and records exist for the factory to compare first the clients approval sample and specifications. Required documentation must include verification of production units to client approval sample and specifications? measurements, construction, workmanship and if applicable corrective action plan. Are finished goods stored in a controlled area to avoid theft, loss, damage, deterioration? Verify all finished must be in an area that is secure and not accessible by general factory population. This area must have a secure perimeter and a roof. There must be assigned personnel to monitor this room. The goods must be on pallets or shelving. Verify raw materials and components can be identified to ensure traceability. This includes: packaging, processing aids, intermediate/semi-processed products, part-used materials, finished products and materials pending investigation. This includes materials sourced from more than one supplier. An example would be tracing a button to its supplier; or a screw to its supplier, etc. Select a sample of different finished goods and have the factory explain & demonstrate the lot/batch identification of the raw materials & components used to manufacture these finished goods. Verify the factory periodically confirms that their traceability system is working. Ask the factory to provide records in the form of reports or meeting minutes that would support the factory is ensuring the effectiveness of the traceability system. Select a sample of different finished goods and verify: A. Children's products have traceability labeling on packaging and product. B. All other products have traceability on packaging. Not Applicable will apply only if factory does not produce finished goods. Verify the factory's written procedures for notifying customers and obtaining approval when the factory is changing materials, components, design or manufacturing processes that could affect safety, regulatory and quality requirements of the finished goods. Ask for documentation that confirms the existence of a PTP. Verify the PTP documentation includes the following elements of testing, inspection and manufacturing controls: 1. Type 2. Frequency 3. Criteria Is the factory's PTP appropriate when taking into consideration the product type, product risk level, site conditions, manufacturing capabilities and manufacturing controls and level of Quality Systems implementation. Review test reports, inspection results and manufacturing control records to verify the PTP is being executed as written with regard to frequency, type of, criteria used, etc.
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5042
Production Control
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5043
Production Control
Is the identification of raw materials and components adequate to ensure traceability ?
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5044
Production Control
Is traceability available from source of raw material and components thru finished product? Does the factory test the traceability system to ensure it works?
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5045
Production Control
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5046
Production Control
Are final products suitably marked on packaging and/or product to allow identification and traceability? Is there an SOP that requires customer approval when changing materials, components, design, or manufacturing processes that may affect meeting safety, regulatory and quality requirements of the product? Does the factory have a documented Production Test Plan(s) (PTP) independent of Target's requirements?
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5047 5048
Production Control Production Test Plan
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5049
Production Test Plan
Does the PTP meet Target minimum requirements?
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5050 5051
Production Test Plan Production Test Plan
Is the PTP appropriate for the product and processes involved? Are there records to support the PTP is being executed as documented?
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Factory Name Factory BPM ID Business Area Verify the factory has a written SOP which describes how non-conforming material is identified, segregated or kept from getting placed back in with normal production. Also, there is to be a disposition process where a documented decision is made to rework or repair, scrap or discard, use "As Is", etc. along with decisions to recertify or not, test, inspect, etc. The disposition is to identify the person who authorized the actions. Look for areas in the factory that are used only for segregated, non-conforming- rejected raw material and product. These areas must be identified by labels, writing, etc. on the walls. Product can be finished or inprocess. Non-Conforming product must be clearly identified by special colored tags or labels and/or placed in containers that are clearly identified or differentiated from normal production. Verify that records exist that non-conforming material/product is monitored prior to re-work or destruction. Non-conforming can be product that has failed inspection, contains defects, does not meet specs, etc. The records must include the following: A. Quantity B. Type of non-conformance or defect C. Source or point of where identified as being non-conforming D. Current status E. Resulting disposition F. Person(s) making the disposition G. If reworked, evidence or documentation of reinspection H. Traceability to corrective action (remedial action) records. I. Traceability to engineering change requests and product specification changes.
5052
Does the factory have effective documented procedures for the control of non-conforming materials and products including identification, segregation and dispositioning?
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5053
Are suspect and identified non-conforming materials, components and products clearly identified and segregated at all stages to prevent further use?
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5054
Do records of non-conforming materials, components and products exist?
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5055
Is there evidence to prove that non-conforming materials and their packaging Review documentation to verify that client requirements are being followed by the factory in disposing of are handled and disposed of according to customer requirements and/or second quality, overruns and cancellations, etc. If factory is working for Target must be consistent with legal requirements? Target's policy posted on POL > Brand Protection. Does the non-conforming material system allow for operators to identify and Check during your tour if operators are separating defective units and identifying them. Usually stickers are flag defective goods on the line? used or the units are placed in special designated containers. Review SOP documentation for direction of notifying customers when product has been identified as being Does the factory have procedures to ensure that customers are notified not in compliance with any rule, ban, standard or regulation and has potentially exited the factory. Look for immediately on issues of product safety or legality (non-compliance with any evidence (records) of this happening. Customer must be notified if any non-comforming product potentially rule, ban, standard and regulation)? exited the factory. Are the non-conforming procedures understood by the factory personnel and implemented effectively? Does the factory have an effective documented corrective action system for the timely investigation & resolution of nonconformities that may affect meeting safety, regulatory and quality requirements of the product? When out on the factory floor interview workers to determine if they understand the factory's SOP on how to identify & handle non-conforming materials/products. Look for evidence of the factory SOP being followed. Verify the factory has a written SOP that addresses taking corrective action when product nonconformance's related to safety, legality or quality are identified. Ask for and review records of corrective action to determine if the system is being used and working properly. All of the following minimum Target requirements for corrective action system must be met: A. Problem statement B. Root cause statement C. Corrective action statement along with date of implementation. D. Appropriate staff member is identified for the responsibility and accountability of the corrective action (remedial action). E. Traceability to the occurrence that triggered the initiation of the corrective action (remedial action) such as test results, inspection results, nonconforming material/product dispositions, etc. F. If applicable, traceability to engineering change requests, specification changes and recertification testing. G. Follow-up for determination of effectiveness of the corrective action (remedial action).
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5056
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5057
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5058
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5059
Corrective Action/Remedial Action Plans
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5060
Does the corrective action system meet Target minimum requirements?
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5061
Is Data collected, such as but not limited to: product testing results, product Review the SOP & corrective action records to verify they are initiated by product test failures, inspection inspection results, customer complaints and recalls used to initiate corrective failures and customer complaints. Review product test failures, inspection failures and customer complaints action/remedial action? to see if corrective actions were initiated. Do individual corrective action/remedial action records exist? Ask for the factory's corrective action records. Verify the factory is keeping these records and that these records are recording the minimum Target requirements for corrective action information as listed above.
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5062
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5063
5064
5065
5066 5067
Training Training
5068
Training
Review corrective action records. Verify the corrective actions are appropriate for the stated problem. Verify Are effective corrective actions/remedial actions taken and completed within corrective actions are being implemented timely and closed out within the time frames specified in their an appropriate and defined time period? corrective action SOP. Review a sampling of individual corrective action records. Do the majority of them have notes or Is there a process to follow-up on each corrective action to ensure execution documentation showing someone has verified the corrective actions were actually implemented. Review and prevention of reoccurrence (closed loop)? appropriate Quality records to verify issues are not recurring. Does the factory management periodically review the corrective action Interview factory managers and review meeting notes that support they periodically review the corrective (remedial action) system for effectiveness and adoption of preventative action system to verify it is working. actions? Documentation must designate the required training per area and position. Training material must cover all Does the factory identify the need for required training? production phases or department functions, use of equipment, and quality systems and associated defects based on the product category the factory produces. Is there tailored training for QC, Production, Lab, and Equipment Through review of training documentation and records verify maintenance, QC, Lab, and Production Maintenance? departments receive training specific to area they work in. While out on the shop floor select and identify some employees working in different work areas or departments. Ask factory management to pull the training records for employees identified. Review these Has the necessary training been provided? training records for the required training. Training records are to indicate the employees had received the training. Are QC employees trained on how to identify defects? Verify the training curriculum includes actual defect samples/photos to instruct on what to look for. Verify HR keeps records of training of ALL factory workers in their personnel files. Sample files and review training records. Training records provide date of training, contents of training, training duration and assessment result. The training records need to be current, complete and accurate. Verify there a master list that identifies all equipment that needs to be calibrated and the calibration frequency. Equipment must to be marked to show the calibration status and period of validity. Review the written procedures on measurement equipment calibration. The procedure is to contain a description of the actions the factory will take in the event a piece of measurement equipment is found to be out of tolerance when being calibrated. The action taken may include investigating the impact on product accepted by this piece of equipment including determination if product has to be reworked, recalled and if customer notification is needed, etc. Verify equipment and maintenance documentation is maintained and current. (This could be on file or on the equipment). A documented system of planned maintenance shall be in place, covering all items of equipments and plant which are critical to product safety, legality, quality and business continuity. This shall include, but not be limited to, records of: periodic maintenance schedules and completion; preventative maintenance; required safety checks; spare-part listings and replacements; contingency plans for failure of essential equipment. Request and review preventative maintenance program documentation. This documentation must validate that equipment is evaluated at predetermined intervals with records of inspection results. This must include all machinery, maintenance plans, and schedule timing. Look at the product that led to the request for the FE and determine if the factory has all of the necessary equipment, etc. to produce the product.
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5069
Training
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5070
Training
Are training requirements AND records maintained?
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5071
Equipment & Equipment Maintenance
Has all measurement and test equipment used to make accept/reject decisions been identified and calibrated?
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5072
Are procedures in place for actions to be taken if equipment is found not to be operating within specified tolerances and/or limits?
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5073
Are documentation and records maintained for main facility equipment (i.e. boilers, Back up power supply , Centralized heating, etc.)? Is there a documented system for planned maintenance covering all equipment which are critical to product safety, legality, quality and business continuity?
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5074
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5075
Are preventative maintenance schedules or cycles documented and on schedule? Are machines, equipment, fixtures and tools suitable to produce clients product?
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5076
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Factory Name Factory BPM ID Business Area 5077 5078 5079 Equipment & Equipment Maintenance Equipment & Equipment Maintenance Equipment & Equipment Maintenance Do machines, equipment, fixtures and tools appear to be clean and in good condition? Is an organized spare parts inventory kept on hand at the factory? Are tools, spare parts, fixtures, jigs, molds, etc appropriately stored to avoid rust, damage, and ensure ease of locating? Does the factory have a designated area available for customer conducted inspections? Verify machines, equipment, fixtures, and tools are not dirty, rusty, leaking oil/fluids and are well maintained. Look for a room or area separate from production that contains spare parts for the production equipment. Does not need to be all spare parts, but at a minimum must be critical parts needed to keep the equipment running. Factory must have inventory list. Look for tools, spare parts, etc. to be stored on shelves, cabinets, pallets, etc. in enclosed area with a roof. They must not be stored outside, piled up, or mixed together. The factory must have either an enclosed room or a designated area that is used only for inspections. There must be sufficient lighting and room to stage goods and conduct both workmanship and measurement evaluations. Clearing off a production table is NOT acceptable. Not applicable will apply if factory does not manufacture a finished product. All areas (production and support areas) must have enough room for the workers to perform their jobs without interference and in safe conditions. There must be enough room for proper execution of manufacturing processes and the equipment to function as intended. Blocked or congested areas are not acceptable. All production and support areas must exhibit proper housekeeping free of contaminants that can contribute to off-standard or defective product. All areas must have clean work surfaces without unnecessary clutter. Storage must be in designated areas only. The lighting must be enough to be able to perform whatever functions are intended without having to strain eyesight. The area must have constant air movement: Ceiling fans, wall fans, roof vents, etc. The area must be comfortable for workers as country conditions permit and appropriate for product being made. Verify the factory has a gasoline, or diesel fueled generator that will provide power to production equipment if there is a power failure. If factory produces all of their electricity, answer YES to this question. Select Select Select
5080
Site Conditions
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5081
Site Conditions
Is there enough space in the facility?
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5082 5083 5084
Site Conditions Site Conditions Site Conditions
Is the facility clean and organized? Does the facility have sufficient lighting? Is the facility well ventilated? Does the plant have a "back up" power supply available that will allow production to continue in case of power failure?
5085 5086 5087 5088 5089 5090 5091 5092 5093 5094
Site Conditions Social Compliance Social Compliance Social Compliance Social Compliance Social Compliance Social Compliance Social Compliance Social Compliance CTPAT
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Verify that the factory has a specific person or department in the factory that is responsible for social Is there a manager or department formally responsible for social compliance? compliance. Verify that factory management has a documented process for hiring workers that includes the party Is there a documented hiring procedure which identifies the responsible responsible for hiring the worker (agent, factory, etc.), age verification, and a personnel file for each worker, party, the age verification process, and the personnel file requirements? including temporary workers. Does the factory use a functioning electronic or mechanical time keeping Verify the factory has an electronic or mechanical time keeping system that all workers use to track working system? hours. All areas (production and support areas) must have enough room for the workers to exit the factory in a safe Do aisles permit safe and orderly access to exits in an emergency? and orderly fashion in event of an emergency. Can emergency exits be opened from the inside and do they push to open All emergency exits must be able to be opened from the inside and push to open out. Exits cannot be locked. out? Do all employees appear to meet minimum working age requirements for the Verify that all workers appear to visually meet the minimum working age requirements for the country. country? Does the fire fighting equipment appear to be working and free from obstruction? Additional Comments Is there a high security seal affixed to each container/trailer that meets ISO/PAS (17712) standards? Verify the fire fighting equipment appears to be working and free from obstruction so the workers are able to access easily in the event of an emergency. Free form text box Physically check the seals that are used in sealing the containers. High security seals include bar lock seals, bolt seals, and a cable seals. Physically check to see if seals are kept in a locked and secured place prior to applying to a container and logged on the Container Load Plan or another form of a container seal log. If sealed containers are present, physically verify the container is sealed by viewing the seal and container locking mechanism for tampering. Verify the seal number against the documentation. Tug on the seal to make sure it is affixed to the container. Twist and turn the seal to make sure it does not unscrew. Ask a manager/supervisor if containers are sealed/locked immediately after loading. Reference the facilitys seal/lock log to verify if the dates of when the product was loaded and sealed/locked are the same. Ask to see the written procedure for distributing seals/locks, and whether or not it includes security personnel and / or a manager / supervisor. Designated employees to distribute container/trailer seals are to include security personnel and/or a manager/supervisor. The facility must have this in writing. Ask a manager/supervisor to physically see the Container Load Plan or another form of a container seal log. Another form of a seal log must include but not limited to date/time container is sealed, seal number, container number, and employee identification and number that completed the container sealing process. Physically check to see if containers/trailers (trucks for less than container load product) are stored within the fence/physical barrier surrounding the facility, or door to door/end to end, or backed against a structure high enough to keep doors from opening to prevent tampering/pilferage. Ask a manager/supervisor to physically see the seven point inspection check list for verifying the physical integrity of a container. If the facility does not have the seven point inspection check list, ask to see their procedure for verifying the physical integrity of the container. We define checking the physical integrity of the container as, but not limited to checking the front wall, left side, right side, floor, ceiling/roof, inside/outside doors, and outside/undercarriage of the container. Physically check to see if a fence surrounds the facility. The height of the fence must be around 7 to 8 feet high (2.13 to 2.43 meters). If there is no fence, look to see if a physical barrier surrounds the facility. Physical barriers can include brick/cement walls or a solid barrier.
5095
CTPAT
Does the factory have procedures in place on how seals are controlled and affixed to containers/trailers?
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5096
CTPAT
Is the container/trailer sealed at the factory immediately after loading?
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5097
CTPAT
Does the factory have procedures in place for designated employees to distribute container/trailer seals?
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5098
CTPAT
Does the factory have a container/trailer seal log?
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5099
CTPAT
Are containers/trailers stored in a secure area to prevent unauthorized access?
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5100
CTPAT
Does the factory have procedures in place to verify physical integrity of the container/trailer by using the seven point inspection prior to loading?
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5101
CTPAT
Does a security fence or physical barrier surround the facility?
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5102
CTPAT
Are all gates through which vehicles and personnel enter/exit manned and/or When you arrive at the facility, physically check to see if you need to pass through a gate to get into the monitored by security personnel? premise. The gate must be monitored by a person and/or a camera during business hours. Physically check to see if employee/visitor parking areas are segregated from all cargo handling and storage areas. We define parking being segregated by means of not being able to park in the same area as the cargo handling and storage areas. If cargo handling and storage areas are segregated by a fence/physical barrier, it is classified as segregated from all other areas. We define building materials that resist unlawful entry to be steel, cement and bricks. Physically check to see if each of the following has a locking device on them; windows, gates, and fences. You do not have to verify all windows, gates, and fences for having a locking device. Verify at least one of them. Locking devices may be unlocked during business hours, but they must have a locking device in place. Physically check to see if lights are present in the building entrances, exits and functional areas. Physically check to see if lights are present in the building entrances, exits and functional areas. Physically check to see if lights are present in the building entrances, exits and functional areas. Physically check to see if lights are present in the building entrances, exits and functional areas. Verify that all employees have a work badge, a work uniform, or a name tag stating employee's name on it. Employees are to wear the identification at all times while in the facility.
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5103
CTPAT
Does the factory have employee/visitor parking areas segregated from all cargo handling and storage areas?
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5104
CTPAT
Are buildings constructed of materials that resist unlawful entry?
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5105
CTPAT
Does the factory have external and internal windows, gates, and fences secured with locking devices?
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Does lighting illuminate the building entrances and exit areas? Does lighting illuminate the cargo handling and storage areas? Does outside lighting illuminate the fence line? Does lighting illuminate the parking area? Does the factory have a system in place to identify employees?
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Factory Name Factory BPM ID Business Area When you arrive at the facility, note whether or not you are asked to present identification to be granted Do visitors present photo identification for documentation purposes prior to access and logged as a visitor. entry? Proper photo identification is a government or work issued license/badge. An example would be a drivers license, passport or work badge. A temporary identification is a badge stating 'visitor' on it, a sticker with 'visitor' written on it, or a device that Are all visitors escorted and visibly display temporary identification? can be attached to a person identifying them as a visitor. Note whether or not you are escorted when touring the facility. Is application information, such as employment history and references Ask the manager/supervisor if employment history and/or references are verified prior to employment. verified prior to employment? Ask a manager/supervisor if there is a procedure to remove identification, facility and system access for terminated employees. A procedure for removing identification, facility and system access for terminated employees must include, but not limited to, date/time of removal, terminated employees name, a record of the identification system device being returned, and the employee name and identification that completed the termination. Verify that drivers provide identification upon arrival at the facility. Acceptable photo identification is a government or work issued license/badge such as a drivers license, passport or work badge. Verify the truck/container check in/check out log or the shipping/receiving log exists. Ask a manager/supervisor to physically show you where Target Corporations Integrity Hotline information is displayed. Free form text box
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CTPAT
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CTPAT
Does the factory have procedures in place to remove identification, facility and system access for terminated employees?
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CTPAT
Are drivers delivering or receiving cargo positively identified before cargo is received or released? Does the facility have Target Corporations Integrity Hotline information displayed throughout? Additional Comments Did the 20 Piece workmanship audit pass?
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CTPAT CTPAT 20 Piece Workmanship Audit (New Initial Factory Only) Furniture
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Furniture
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Furniture
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Toys and Children's Hardgoods product
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Verify if the 20 Piece Workmanship Audit was accepted or rejected. Not Applicable will apply for Annual Factory Evaluations. The factory must possess records or meeting minutes indicating the furniture design has been reviewed for Does the factory have records indicating the design is reviewed for safety safety and regulatory compliance. These records can be issued either internally or by 3rd party PRIOR to prior to beginning production? beginning production. Factory must possess and use test equipment to ensure product is safe during normal foreseen use. Testing capabilities must include: a) Tipping / Stability Does the factory have appropriate equipment to support "critical" in-factory b) Static Load safety testing? c) Dynamic Load d) Moisture Meter - only applicable for Solid Wood materials e) other test requirements as needed Note: In rare circumstances MT may determine certain test is not relevant for product. Review a sampling of the factories in line test records to verify the following: Are there records indicating that test equipment is used by factory QC at 1) Records must show that First of Production Units are tested as appropriate. defined milestones or production frequencies? 2) Records must show that additional testing takes place by factory QC per defined milestones and/or frequency. Verify the factory has and is using the following test equipment as applicable to the product design and age grading. 1) Cylinder for small parts Does the factory have appropriate equipment to support in-factory safety 2) Sharp edge tester testing? 3) Sharp point tester Not Applicable will apply if based on design and age grade, all of this test equipment is not applicable to the product. Verify the factory has and uses metal detection & broken needle control. 1) All product must pass through metal detector 2) Records must support all product passes through metal detector Plush/Sewn product - does factory have metal detection AND needle policy? 3) A documented needle management system must exist 4) Needle log must be accurate and up to date Not Applicable will apply if the factory can provide acceptable justification as to why metal detection and needle control is not applicable to the product manufactured. Verify the following: 1) Appropriate "drop test area" per ASTM F963 requirement 2) Calibrated pull test gauge with appropriate "tooling" for product 3) Calibrated torque test equipment appropriate for products currently being produced at the factory 4) Based on the product design; additional safety testing equipment may be necessary Not Applicable can be recorded If the factory is sending product out for Use & Abuse testing to a 3rd party testing lab per a defined frequency based on a risk assessment. Not Applicable will apply if the products manufactured do not have age grading. 1) Records must show that First of Production Units are tested as appropriate 2) Records must show that additional "ongoing" testing takes place by factory QC per a defined and documented frequency (minimal requirement is once per lot)
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Based on product age grading, does factory have appropriate "use and abuse" testing capabilities?
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Are there records indicating that all appropriate test equipment are used by factory QC at defined milestones or production frequencies?
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Are there records indicating that product is tested at a CPSC accredited third party lab?
Verify satisfactory test reports from a CPSC accredited 3rd party lab are available.
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Electrical
If AC (Alternating Current) product and HI POT testing is appropriate; the factory must have one of the following: 1) HI POT equipment and records indicating Factory QC uses it at a defined frequency (100% AC product Does the factory have appropriate equipment to support "critical" in-factory must be HI POT tested) safety testing? 2) Records indicating that "supplier" QC of the electrical sub-assembly used HI POT test equipment at "supplying" factory (records must indicate 100% of the AC sub-assembly product was HI POT tested) Not Applicable will apply if all products manufactured are not AC powered. Does the factory have a Multi-Meter? Do all AC powered products have up to date listings with a recognized third party Safety Agency such as UL, ETL, CSA, TUV or MET? Required for both AC & DC product. Observations and records must indicate Multi-meter is being used for basic test or verification activities. Verify through record review and observing the labeling of finished products that all AC powered products (product that plugs into a wall outlet) have a Safety Agency listing. Not Applicable will apply if all products manufactured are NOT AC powered. Review a sampling of Safety Agency reports for required in line product testing. Verify the factory is doing the required in line product testing through review of test records and observing while on the factory floor. Note it is not mandatory that factory is capable of performing all safety testing at factory. Not Applicable will apply if all of the products manufactured are NOT AC powered.
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Electrical Electrical
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Electrical
Are the AC powered products being tested at the factory as specified by the third party Safety Agency?
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Fabric Inspection
Speak to the factory worker that is conducting the fabric inspection. Ask how they inspect the incoming Does 10% or more of incoming fabric get inspected using a four point system fabric. Review the documented results of the incoming fabric inspections. Choose several different dates (or similar)? from the previous five or six months and ask for the fabric inspection forms. Does the factory use a fabric inspection frame with working light? Is production/bulk standard available at the fabric inspection floor? Is fabric count/construction and weight checked & recorded for all lots Inspected? Are shade bands created and maintained? Fabric inspection frame must be operational, with working light. Verify most current months inspection results documents. Verify standard is in use at the inspection frame. If fabric is not being inspected ask operator to demonstrate a fabric inspection. Verify records exist that show that the factory is checking and recording fabric count, construction and weight. Review internal documentation and records of shade bands. These must include the following information: Client, Style, Date, Lot and approval.
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Factory Name Factory BPM ID Business Area Are dyes and chemicals stored in such a way that there is no possibility of them coming in contact with other chemicals, materials, etc. must be stored in an area that is not accessible to the general population of the factory (in a secure room, cage, etc.). Dyes and Chemicals must be labeled with information on how to use them and safety information. Verify expire dates on the product. Verify there is an electronic scanner for reading barcodes of trims in the trims/sundries room. Scanner must be able to correctly read the barcode for trim. Verify all Target branded labels (if Initial FE verify other clients labels), hang tags, etc. are stored in a secure location and inventoried. Verify if patterns are made of good quality stock so they are sturdy and not torn or worn out. When tracing patterns does operator ensure fine line marking. Marking must be legible, continuous and pattern pieces must not overlap. Verify factory utilizes procedures to ensure tensionless spreading such as spreader bars or tensionless spreading equipment. Check if fabric is relaxed. Not applicable will apply if factory does not manufacture knits. Make sure there is not fabric hanging over the ends or edges. Make sure that the tops of the tables are not rough or have any spots that can cause damage to the fabric. Spread height must be documented and be appropriate for the fabric used. Spread height is recommended to be less than 5 inches. Cutting procedure must document maximum plys or height. Validate on cutting floor. Factory must have process to separate fabric lots when spreading the goods on the cutting table.
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Materials
Does the factory properly store and handle dyes and chemicals used in the manufacturing process (as posted on label)?
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Materials Materials Patterns and Markers Patterns and Markers Spreading and Cutting Spreading and Cutting Spreading and Cutting Spreading and Cutting Spreading and Cutting Spreading and Cutting Spreading and Cutting Spreading and Cutting Spreading and Cutting Spreading and Cutting
Does the factory have a bar code scanner for trims? Are Target branded labels controlled and secured? If patterns are used are they in good condition and made of good quality stock? Are markers in good condition? If factory produces knits do they provide for tensionless spreading? Are cutting tables adequate for product being produced? Is the spread height suitable for the fabric used? Are shades separated during spreading to maintain color consistency?
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Factory must have a process that documents shade control by identifying plies in the bundle. must be a Are shades separated during cutting and labeled to confirm color consistency sequential identification of marked plies. Verify bundles/panels cut during your tour. Each bundle must for all parts of the product ? have sequential stickers/labels identifying each ply. Verify records document all bundles from the production cut schedule. Bundle integrity must be maintained Does the factory have process to maintain bundle integrity? from cutting through sewing. Is there a documented cutting inline inspection process being used and Verify documentation and records of inline inspections include operator and cut number using DCL's. results recorded and maintained? Does the factory use paper on the bottom of all spreads? Does the factory have fusing equipment? Are thermal strips in use am/pm? (Fusing) Are operating temperature, dwell time and pressure settings posted on the machines covering various fabrics? Is record or fusing log maintained? Does the factory have a laboratory? Is In-house Lab conditioned as per AATCC/ASTM standards? Is there an appearance room/evaluation area for visual assessment of product? Does the factory produce children's products? Does the lab have Sharp Points Tester? Does the lab have Sharp Edge Tester? Does the lab have Small Part Cylinder? Does the lab have Pull Test Equipment? Does the factory have Macbeth Spectra Light III or Gretag Judge II or other recognized brand of light box with Target required light sources? Verify paper is used between bottom ply and cutting table. Review product types manufactured at the factory to determine if fusing equipment is required. Verify that thermal strips are used at minimum twice a shift. Ask for thermal strips test reports. These must include strips tested, date and time. Strips must test fuseline temperature not machine temperature. Verify on specific equipment if there is available charts indicating temperature, time, pressure for various type of fabric's i.e. heat transfer equipment, fusing equipment, etc. Proper fusing equipment must be used, fusing with iron is not acceptable. Verify the fusing logs records temperature, time, and pressure. The log must include the testing strips. Lab must be in the facility. Factory must have at minimum equipment to verify dimensional stability, appearance after care, crocking and weight. Verify if Laboratory is controlled to be at 21 centigrade 1 for temperature and 65% 2 for relative humidity. Confirm existence and use of appearance room/evaluation area configured as AATCC 178 figure 3. Review product types manufactured at the factory to determine if children's products are being produced. Make observations during factory walk thru. Verify that a Sharp Points Tester is in the factory lab and used. Verify that a Sharp Edge Tester is in the factory lab and used. Verify that a Small Part Cylinder is in the factory lab and used. Verify that Pull Test equipment with Proper Clamp is in the factory lab and used. Light box must be commercially produced (not made in the factory) and have both the D65 and Target required light sources. Must be in working condition and utilized. Look at the hours used meter and make sure that there is not excess dust, and no product, paper, garbage, etc. pile on or on light box.
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Color Evaluation
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Color Evaluation Color Evaluation Color Evaluation Color Evaluation
Does the factory have maintenance/replacement log for lamp bulbs used for Verify lamp bulb maintenance/replacement log includes scheduled dates and entries for replacement. the light box? Is there a valid calibration certificate for the light box? Request the calibration certificate. Must be from certified third party lab or manufacturer and up to date.
Are all people responsible for making color evaluation tested for color vision? Records must exist showing that all lab personnel that make color evaluation have had their eyes tested for (Records) color vision. Factory must make sure a recognized test method is utilized for evaluation. Is metamerism checked and recorded with physicals? Verify internal documentation and record indicate evaluation performed under primary and secondary light sources based on Client's requirements. Verify there is a documented process for the proper control of broken needles on sewing equipment [automated or manual]. This must describe the steps that are taken when a broken needle is discovered. Process is to include mechanic interaction, use of a needle log that identifies the machine/operator (usually a binder filled with pages that have main body of the broken needle along with matching tip). Log control is to identify date, operator/mechanic/supervisor, machine, product and corrective action plan. Look at the stitch forming equipment. Is it clean and well maintained - free of oil, rust, dirt, lint, nicks, burrs, excessive wear etc. Look at the needles, loopers, needle/throat plates, bobbins & bobbin cases, hooks, and check springs. Look at the thread handling system. Is it clean and well maintained - free of oil, rust, dirt, lint, nicks, burrs, excessive wear etc. Look at the thread stands (must be upright), all thread guides, tensioning devices etc. Machine must be completely threaded per machine requirements. Check sewing machines and verify feed systems is clean and well maintained - free of oil, rust, dirt, lint, nicks, burrs, excessive damage or wear. Check feed dogs and presser foot for damage. Verify presser foot settings are appropriate for product being sewn. Presser foot screw must be set as light as possible. Verify that the pressing table covers are in good condition. Look for holes, tears, dirt marks, loose covers, etc. Review product in production and verify if padding is appropriate to prevent pressing imprint and allow proper vacuum. Verify that the pressing table has a vacuum system that holds the garment in place while pressing occurs. Observe in pressing line irons have teflon shoes or factory must provide the teflon shoes if asked and they must be in good condition. Verify that the quality of the steam used for pressing is dry, not wet. Steam must be vaporous or form a mist without beading on a flat surface. Verify on the finishing Floor. Factory must have the appropriate number of detectors based on the daily production quantity. Equipment must be conveyorized (except Rugs or Bathmat for which handheld detector can be used). Exceptions must be discussed with TCPS Manager and TCPS HQ.
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Sewing-Production
Is there a broken needle control process in place with records available on the production floor?
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Sewing-Production
Is Stitch-forming equipment clean and well maintained?
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Sewing-Production
Are machine thread handling systems clean and well maintained?
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Are feed systems clean and appropriate for the product? Are presser foot settings appropriate per the product/fabric? Are the pressing table covers clean and in good condition? (no holes) Does padding allow for proper press? Does the factory use a vacuum table when pressing and is it sufficient? Does the pressing department have teflon shoes for irons to prevent glazing and scorching of product? Is steam quality Dry not wet?
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Factory Name Factory BPM ID Business Area Is conveyorized metal detection equipment, placed so that all Softhome Verify that the metal detector is placed in such a way that product cannot bypass the machine. Good textile products and Children's Softlines product must pass through? (except examples are permanent walls built on either side of the metal detector after the sewing lines, etc. If the Rugs or Bathmat for which handheld detector can be used)? metal detector is just sitting in the middle of the floor answer NO to this question. Is there a separate area where the metal contaminated goods are rescreened Contaminated goods need to be segregated in a separated area. Verify where the factory stores and reso it does not mix with quality approved merchandise? screens the contaminated goods. This must be separate area clearly marked. Are there documented records to validate all production has passed through the metal detection? Are there procedures written in the language that is understood by the workers on the production floor outlining proper use and settings for the metal detection equipment? Is there documented calibration checks done to the metal detection device ( 9 point system check) a minimum of three times per shift? Does the factory meet all requirements listed in Target's Mildew Prevention Checklist as outlined on POL? Does the assembly\lasting equipment have accurate time controllers? Is the time controller being used? Ask for records of production of the previous week. These must have Date/Client/Style/Quantity/Equipment ID. There must be written procedures explaining how to properly use the metal detection equipment including calibration of the machine. Must be written in the language that is understood by workers. Verify that the 9 point calibration has taken place on all available machines during the previous week by reviewing documentation and records. Based on the requirement of Target's Mildew Prevention Checklist, carefully check factory's current antimolding practices point by point during factory visit. According to shoe style, shoe size and material properties, verify that the equipment has timing controllers that are accurate, working properly and being used. According to working temperature, humidity and material property, verify if a time controller is being used on running equipment with the appropriate setting. The relative data must be documented for reference. According to working temperature, humidity and material property, verify if temperature controller is being used on running equipment with appropriate setting. The relative data must be documented for reference. Validate whether the lasting tacks is currently being adopted for product by checking the appearance of the lasts and existence of lasting machine. Ensure factory fully understands that lasting tacks is never allowed to be used for Target's product.
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Metal Detection
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Metal Detection Metal Detection Metal Detection
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Metal Detection Footwear Footwear Footwear
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Footwear
Is the Temperature controller being used?
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Footwear
Can footwear be manufactured in this factory without lasting tacks?
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Footwear
Does the factory check the lasts and make the lasting marks on the lasts prior In order to keep lasting operation accurate, all of the lasts are required to have marks for lasting. Check if to mass production? this process is carried out in production and review the documents for this process. Is the cooling cabinet set at the appropriate temperature to ensure proper shape/fit of material to last without the occurrence of condensation? Review the thermometer data and the routine records. Check if the current temperature setting is appropriate and reasonable based on the properties and characteristics of material being used as well as the relative standard operation requirements. Verify if the SOP guidance of using fungicide or anti-mold spray has been posted at the working station and check whether the worker is strictly following this guidance and executing it correctly. Not applicable will apply if fungicide or anti-mold spray is not suitable for product being produced. Walking through each production line from front section to rear section, carefully check whether the conveyor is clean and dry. Verify if Micro-Pak sticker is used as the final production step. It must be placed inside the box in the prescribed location after shoes have passed through heat oven. Not applicable will apply if Micro-pak is not required for product being produced.
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Footwear
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Footwear
Is fungicide or anti-mold spray applied correctly?
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Footwear
Are the conveyor belts kept clean and dry? Micro-pak sticker, as the final production step, must be placed in the inside of the box in the prescribed location after Footwear have passed through heat oven. Has this been completed? Are there documented process controls for QC to spot check whether the workers brush the glue/printer on the material surface evenly?
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Footwear
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Footwear
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Footwear
Check if the workers in charge of glue/primer brushing operation perform operations as per standard operation process to ensure the shoe bonding is satisfactory. Also review the relative records and followups. Verify if carbon papers or other technique have been adopted as a routine process so as to ensure the sole is Are there documented process controls for the factory to use carbon papers pressed evenly and effectively. Also review the relative record and follow-ups. Factory QC must check the or other technique to validate whether the sole is pressed evenly, effectively? result and keep papers for tracking. Are there documented process controls for QC to spot check the upper sole surface to ensure it is buffed completely, effectively, evenly? Are there documented process controls for the QC to spot check the nonwoven fabric filler or other fillers placed properly? Are there documented process controls for QC to spot check the sole to ensure it is attached to the upper properly? Verify there is at least one QC responsible for spot checking that outsole is being buffed completely, effectively and evenly so as to ensure good bonding between upper and sole. Validate there are documented process controls. Verify there are current records that support the process is being followed. Verify the non-woven fabric filler or other fillers are placed properly. At the middle section of production lines, carefully check if the sole is attached properly as per standard operation requirement and is under QC's supervision.
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Are there documented process controls for QC to spot check the press At the middle section of production lines, carefully check if the sole is pressed well as per standard operation strength to ensure it is set properly to meet bonding adhesive requirements? requirement and is under QC's supervision. Is the speed of the conveyor belt reasonably set under the supervision of factory management and QC team? Is there a documented process to randomly select finished footwear for an internal bonding test and/or heel attachment test on a daily basis? Based on the shoe style, material, gender verify the speed of conveyor belt is being set correctly per SOP and being monitored by factory management and QC team. Walk through factory in-house lab testing center and review whether factory testing requirement and on-site testing operation is completely compliant with Target testing requirements. Review on-site documents/records and testing samples to judge the sustainability and validity of their routine testing operation.
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20 Piece Workmanship Audit

Instructions: This tab is to be used for Initial Factory only Vendor Select 20 pieces from current production in the factory and complete the 20 Piece Workmanship Audit Vendor Enter Item Description for each product sample or leave Sample Number. Enter all Defect Descriptions for any defects found with the product sample. If no defects found, delete cell contents. o If any defect is found, vendor to consider that product sample rejected. o If there are 3 or more defective product samples, the workmanship audit is considered rejected. If the workmanship audit is rejected, it is considered an auto fail question. Upon completion of the Workmanship Audit, answer the question on the VFE tab 'Did the 20 Piece Workmanship Audit Pass?' TCPS MT Select 20 pieces from current production in the factory and complete the 20 Piece Workmanship Audit TCPS section Enter Item Description for each product sample or leave Sample Number. Enter all Defect Descriptions for any defects found with the product sample. If no defects found, delete cell contents. o If any defect is found, vendor to consider that product sample rejected. o If there are 3 or more defective product samples, the workmanship audit is considered rejected. If the workmanship audit is rejected, it is considered an auto fail question. Upon completion of the Workmanship Audit, answer the question on the FAS-T FE form 'Did the 20 Piece Workmanship Audit Pass?'
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Vendor Factory Evaluation (VFE) Overview & Instructions

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