MSA (Measurement System Analysis) Checklist

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This Template was installed 2 times.

Planning & Preparation

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Ensuring the MSA is properly planned and the necessary resources and data are available.

MSA Objective/Purpose

Process Description - What is being measured and why?

Number of Parts to be Measured (Sample Size)

Measurement Type (e.g., Continuous, Attribute)

Measurement System Requirements (e.g., Precision, Stability)

MSA Start Date

MSA Completion Target Date

Who is the MSA lead?

Process Flow Diagram (if applicable)

Gauge Repeatability (GR&R) - Part 1

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Focuses on the variation in measurements taken by a single operator using the gauge multiple times on the same part.

Number of Operators Involved

Number of Parts Measured per Operator

Measurement Method Used (e.g., Direct, Vernier, Micrometer)

Describe the part being measured (material, dimensions, specification)

Operator ID(s) involved in the GR&R study

Date of GR&R Study Execution

Number of Readings Per Part, Per Operator

Was the Gauge Properly Calibrated Before the Study?

Gauge Repeatability (GR&R) - Part 2

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Calculations and Analysis of the Gauge Repeatability component.

Number of Repeats per Part

Number of Parts Measured

Average of All Readings (Operator 1)

Standard Deviation of Readings (Operator 1)

Mean Deviation for Operator 1

Operator 1 Data Complete?

Notes on Operator 1 Readings (if applicable)

GRR Mean Deviation (Operator 1)

Gauge Reproducibility (RR) - Part 1

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Focuses on the variation in measurements taken by different operators using the same gauge on the same part.

Number of Operators Involved in RR Study

Operator Selection Method

If 'Other' selected for Operator Selection, please explain:

Number of Trials per Operator per Part

Date of RR Study Start

Approximate Time Allowed per Operator per Part Measurement

Was the order of parts presented to operators randomized?

If order was not randomized, please explain why and describe the order:

Gauge Reproducibility (RR) - Part 1

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Calculations and Analysis of the Gauge Reproducibility component.

Number of Operators Participating

Operator Selection Method

Brief description of operator experience and training related to the measurement process

Number of Trials per Operator per Part

Any observations during operator measurement (e.g., unusual issues, difficulty understanding instructions)

Were standardized measurement procedures available to all operators?

Date of Reproducibility Study

Part Variation

6 of 10

Assessing the inherent variability of the parts being measured.

Number of Parts Selected for Variation Study

Justification for Part Selection (Why these specific parts?)

Number of Measurements Per Part

Description of Part Variation Assessment Method (e.g., Range, Standard Deviation)

Calculated Part Variation (e.g., Standard Deviation)

Notes on Observed Part Variation Characteristics (e.g., Are there known sources of variation?)

Part Variation Acceptable?

If 'No' or 'Needs Further Investigation', Describe Actions Taken/Planned Regarding Part Variation

System Variation

7 of 10

Calculating the total variation within the measurement system, accounting for gauge repeatability, gauge reproducibility, and part variation.

Estimated Part Variation (EV)

Estimated Gauge Repeatability (GR)

Estimated Gauge Reproducibility (RR)

Total System Variation (SV)

Specification Limit

Ratio of System Variation to Specification Width

Justification for acceptable/unacceptable System Variation

System Variation Acceptable?

Supporting Data (System Variation Calculation)

MSA Performance Evaluation

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Determining if the measurement system is adequate for its intended use based on established criteria.

Overall GR&R Value

% of Total Variation (OCR)

Acceptance Criteria Met?

Justification for Acceptance/Rejection

Is the Measurement System Adequate for its Intended Use?

Summary of MSA Results & Conclusion

Date of MSA Performance Evaluation

Evaluator Signature

Corrective Actions & Improvements

9 of 10

Identifying and implementing changes to improve measurement system performance.

Describe the specific issue(s) contributing to measurement system non-conformance.

Select potential root causes contributing to measurement system variation. (Select all that apply)

Detail proposed corrective actions to address the identified root causes.

Estimated cost of implementing corrective actions (in USD).

Target completion date for implementing corrective actions.

Method of verification for the corrective actions.

If 'Other' was selected for verification, specify the method.

Responsible party for implementing corrective action.

Signature of person responsible for implementing corrective action.

Documentation & Training

10 of 10

Ensuring proper documentation of the MSA process and adequate training for operators.

Describe the documented MSA Procedure followed.

Date of Last MSA Review

Number of Personnel Trained on MSA Procedure

Which MSA training modules were completed by operators?

Upload copies of training records for operators involved in MSA.

Document any deviations from standard MSA procedure and rationale.

Is the MSA procedure readily accessible to all relevant personnel?

Signature of Person Responsible for MSA Documentation

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