How to Make a Garment Inspection Report – Simple & Advanced Methods

How to Make a Garment Inspection Report – Simple & Advanced Methods

How to Make a Garment Inspection Report – Simple & Advanced Methods
"Garment Inspection Made Easy: Simple & Advanced Methods Explained!"


A Garment Inspection Report records inspection findings, defect levels, and final acceptance or rejection decisions. Below are two methods:

1. Simple Method (Basic Report)

Best for small factories, startups, or quick inspections.

Report Format:

Basic Order Information

  • Factory Name:

  • Buyer Name:

  • Style Number:

  • Order Quantity:

  • Sample Size:

  • Inspection Date:

Defect Classification

  • Critical Defects: __

  • Major Defects: __

  • Minor Defects: __

Inspection Findings

CheckpointsPass/FailComments
Fabric QualityPassNo major issues
StitchingFailOpen seam found
MeasurementsPassWithin tolerance
LabelingPassCorrect labels attached
Packing & CartonPassCartons properly sealed

Final Decision
Pass / ❌ Fail

Inspector’s Signature

📌 When to Use?

2. Advanced Method (Detailed Report with AQL & Data Analysis)

Best for bulk production, buyers, or international shipments.

Report Format:

1. Order & Inspection Details

  • Factory Name: ___

  • Buyer Name: ___

  • Order Quantity: ___

  • Sample Size (AQL-based): ___

  • PO Number: ___

  • Production Date: ___

  • Inspection Date: ___

  • Inspector Name: ___

2. AQL Inspection Sampling Plan

3. Inspection Checklist & Results

Inspection AreaDefect TypePass/FailDefect Count
Fabric & ColorShade variationPass2
StitchingOpen seamFail3
MeasurementLength deviationFail1
AccessoriesBroken buttonPass1
Printing/EmbroideryMisalignmentPass0
Packing & LabelingWrong barcodePass1

4. Defect Summary

Defect TypeCriticalMajorMinor
Total Defects052

5. Final Decision

  • Reject (Defects exceeded AQL limit)

  • Corrective Action Required: Factory to rework and re-inspect

6. Inspector’s Signature & Approval

📌 When to Use?

  • Large export orders

  • Buyer audits

  • High-value garments

Which One Should You Use?

Use the Simple Method (Basic Report) if:

✔ You are doing a quick inspection for small orders.
✔ You need basic defect classification without detailed AQL analysis.
✔ You want a fast, easy-to-read report for internal use.
✔ Your buyers don’t require a strict AQL-based report.

Use the Advanced Method (Detailed AQL Report) if:

✔ You are inspecting large orders for export.
✔ Your buyers require AQL-based sampling and detailed defect analysis.
✔ You need to track multiple defect types and corrective actions.
✔ The factory must rework and submit re-inspection reports.

📌 Best Choice?

  • For small factories, startups, or quick factory checksSimple Report.

  • For bulk orders, international shipments, and quality auditsAdvanced Report.

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