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QC Training & Certification

The quality of your product is only as good as the people inspecting it. 

Build Internal Capability. Raise Standards Across Your Quality Control.

Whether you are developing your in-house QC team or raising standards across your vendor base, the TWO EIGHT ONE training programme gives your people the knowledge and tools to inspect with confidence and consistency.

Delivered by experienced quality professionals, our training covers the full inspection process, from defect identification and AQL methodology to practical use of the CLIV app. Participants receive a TWO EIGHT ONE certificate upon completion.

On-Site Workshops

TWO EIGHT ONE trainers travel to your factory or office. Hands-on, practical sessions using real garments and the CLIV application.

Blended Programme

Online theory modules combined with an on-site practical assessment day. The most efficient path to full TWO EIGHT ONE recognised training for new-to-experienced QC staff.

Vendor Self-Inspection

We train factory teams to self-inspect using CLIV, boosting efficiency at origin for trusted and high performing suppliers.

Online Refresher Training

Structured e-learning modules for each topic. Ideal for individuals updating knowledge or for geographically dispersed teams.

QC Training Modules

We understand that strong quality starts with skilled people. We give your team the training to deliver it.

Who’s It For?

  • In-house QC and buying teams looking to formalise their inspection knowledge
  • Merchandising teams who conduct ad hoc quality checks without formal training
  • Vendors and factories being onboarded into a structured quality programme
  • Sourcing teams expanding into new product categories or regions

Inspection Techniques

Hands-on training covering garment, footwear and accessories inspection methods, measurement checking and AQL sampling procedures

Garment AQL Inspection

AQL sampling methodology. Setting acceptance levels. Random sample selection. Running a full Final Inspection from pre-setup through to result declaration.

Defect Classification

Learn to identify, categorise and document critical, major and minor defects accurately and consistently. A standardised framework for consistent, impact-based garment inspection.

Measurement Inspection

Points of measure (POMs), tolerance setting, using e-tape and manual tape. Size chart interpretation, grading checks, and measurement variance documentation.

Packaging & Labelling

Carton and inner pack inspection. Barcode / UPC scan testing. Country of origin, fibre content and care labelling requirements by destination market.

Product & Safety Compliance

Guiding inspection decisions to identify safety risks and ensure regulatory compliance. Preventing consumer harm and mitigating legal and regulatory consequences.

CLIV App Training

Full training on how to use the CLIV platform to conduct inspections, complete digital checklists, capture photo evidence and submit reports.

Certification

Participants receive a TWO EIGHT ONE QC Certification upon successful completion, providing a recognised standard for your team and supply base.

Frequently Asked Questions

Our program builds internal QC capability through hands-on training in inspection techniques, defect classification, AQL sampling, and CLIV app usage. Delivered by 25+ year experts, participants earn formal certification to inspect fashion, footwear, and accessories with confidence.

It's ideal for in-house QC/buying teams, merchandisers doing ad-hoc checks, vendors onboarded to quality programs, and sourcing teams entering new categories. Vendors get supplier-facing modules to raise standards at source.

Core modules include garment/footwear inspection methods, critical/major/minor defect identification, AQL procedures, measurement checks, and full CLIV platform training for digital reporting, photos, and checklists.

Contact our quality team via our contact us page. Training is delivered on-site, virtually, or at our facility. Complete practical assessments and receive your TWO EIGHT ONE QC Certification.

Unlike generic courses, our program is built from 20+ years of real factory experience and integrates CLIV for immediate workflow impact. Teams reduce defects, gain consistency, and align with global standards used globally.

WHO IT IS FOR

KEY PARTNERS

Let’s discuss how we can improve your quality management