O452.2-94 (R2001)

1. Scope 1.1 This Standard provides the manufacturers of Design Rated OSB and Certification Organizations (C.O.) with a minimum framework within which their separate responsibilities can be exercised. It sets out minimum quality assurance requirements for OSB panels manufactured in accordance with the requirements of CSA Standard O452.0. 1.2 This Standard requires that (a) the manufacturer establish a quality manual that includes the mill specifications for each Qualified Product, and procedures for the early detection and correction of changes in the process and panel properties that may adversely affect panel performance; and (b) the mill follows such procedures. 1.3 This Standard establishes the responsibilities of the C.O. employed by the manufacturer in respect of qualification of Design Rated OSB Products and continuing quality assurance activities. 1.4 This Standard sets out a minimum frequency for the C.O. inspection and sampling and minimum requirements for C.O. testing. 1.5 This Standard does not limit the addition of other quality control, process control, inspection, testing, or quality assurance measures which might be agreed upon between the manufacturer and the C.O. 1.6 Nothing contained in this Standard is intended to transfer any responsibity for the quality of Design Rated or Proprietary OSB Products or the making of such products from the manufacturer to any other organization.