A written sequence defining preparation, viewing conditions, instruments, observations, measurements, photographs, decisions, and records for an inspection.
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Meaning and boundaries
A protocol does not create valid acceptance limits unless those limits come from the governing contract, product standard, manufacturer, or qualified authority.
Why it matters in glass restoration
It makes assessments repeatable across technicians and preserves a defensible record for customers and future work.
Related terms
References
- U.S. General Services Administration — Cleaning Historic Masonry
Publisher’s original source - ASTM International — ASTM C1036-25: Standard Specification for Flat Glass
Publisher’s original source - National Institute of Standards and Technology — NIST TN 1297: Guidelines for Evaluating and Expressing Measurement Uncertainty
Publisher’s original source - National Institute of Standards and Technology — NIST TN 1297 Appendix D1: Terminology
Publisher’s original source