GENERAL POLICY
Quality records demonstrate the effectiveness of the quality system. The records are identified, indexed and stored in a suitable environment. Retention periods for all records shall be clearly marked and indicated.

ESTABLISHMENT OF RECORDS
Quality records demonstrate that product designs meet their design input requirements, that finished products conform to the design output requirements and that the quality system is effective and operating in accordance with documented procedures.

STORAGE
All records are dated and clearly indicate the product, person or event to which they pertain. Records also contain sufficient information to identify the contents of the storage container.

STORAGE LOCATION & RECORD RETENTION
Records are usually stored and maintained by the same department that initially established the record. The department that establishes and maintains the records determines the retention period for records. The retention period is determined on the basis of contractual obligations, warranty periods and legal considerations.

Access to storage shall be limited to Apex Fasteners employees. Where additional controls are required, authorized personnel will be required.

Once product has expired beyond the decided retention period, all materials shall be destroyed by methods deemed appropriate.

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