Answering Inspection Questions
Answering inspection questions in uAuditor is the core step of completing an inspection. Each checklist question is designed to collect structured operational data, verify compliance, and support performance evaluation across locations.
Questions may require selecting responses, entering values, or uploading supporting evidence depending on the template configuration.
Types of Inspection Questions
Inspection templates may include different types of questions based on what needs to be evaluated.
Common question types include:
- text input
- long text input
- number fields
- checkbox (yes / no)
- dropdown list
- multiple-choice selection
- date and time selection
- location on map
- site selection (branch)
- asset or equipment selection
- user selection
- media upload
- document upload
- instructions (guidance only)
- help document attachments
Each type supports collecting specific operational information during inspections.
Required Questions
Some questions are marked as required.
This means:
- the inspection cannot be completed without answering them
- the system highlights missing responses
- users must provide valid input before submission
Required questions help ensure inspection completeness and consistency.
Media Requirements During Inspections
Templates may require inspectors to capture evidence for certain questions.
Media requirements may include:
- always required
- required only if the response fails
- optional evidence
Examples of media evidence:
- photos of equipment condition
- hygiene verification images
- compliance documentation
- supporting attachments
Evidence improves inspection reliability and traceability.
Using Validation Rules
Some question types include automatic validation rules.
Validation may:
- mark responses as failed automatically
- calculate inspection scores
- trigger corrective actions
- highlight non-compliant values
Examples include:
- temperature outside safe range
- incorrect equipment readings
- checklist responses marked as non-compliant
These rules ensure standardized evaluations.
Answering Dropdown and Multiple-Choice Questions
Dropdown and multiple-choice questions allow inspectors to select predefined options.
These options may:
- affect inspection scoring
- trigger failure conditions
- determine compliance status
- apply priority weights
Using predefined responses improves reporting consistency.
Answering Number-Based Questions
Number questions allow inspectors to enter measured values such as:
- temperature readings
- quantity counts
- cost values
- inspection scores
- performance indicators
Templates may define acceptable ranges for validation.
If the entered value exceeds limits, the system may mark the response as failed automatically.
Using Instruction and Help Document Questions
Instruction fields provide guidance during inspections.
They may include:
- measurement instructions
- procedural steps
- compliance reminders
- safety notes
Help documents may include attachments such as:
- equipment manuals
- safety policies
- reference diagrams
These help inspectors answer questions accurately.
Selecting Locations, Assets, and Users
Some questions require selecting organizational resources.
Examples include:
- choosing the inspection location
- selecting equipment being evaluated
- assigning responsible users
- linking inspections to projects
These selections improve tracking accuracy across reports.
How Responses Affect Inspection Results
Inspection responses directly impact:
- inspection status
- failure detection
- score calculation
- corrective action generation
- analytics reports
- compliance tracking
Providing accurate responses ensures reliable operational insights.
Saving Progress During Inspections
While answering questions:
- responses are saved automatically
- inspections can remain In Progress
- inspectors can return later to complete them
- incomplete required questions prevent submission
This allows flexibility during field inspections.
Best Practices for Answering Inspection Questions
To ensure high-quality inspection results:
- read each question carefully
- follow instructions provided in the checklist
- capture required evidence clearly
- verify numeric values before submission
- complete all required fields
- review responses before finishing the inspection
Accurate responses improve reporting quality and operational decision-making across your organization.
