# WPQ Follow-Up User Guide

## What is the WPQ Follow-Up Module?

The WPQ Follow-Up module manages and tracks Welding Procedure Qualification (WPQ) follow-up activities and requirements. This module helps monitor WPQ compliance, track qualification status, and ensure proper welding procedure qualification management.

## Getting Started

To access WPQ Follow-Up:
1. Login to the system
2. Click on **Welding** in the main menu
3. Select **WPQ Follow-Up** from the submenu

## Key Features

### Primary Functions
- **Follow-up Tracking**: Track WPQ follow-up activities
- **Compliance Monitoring**: Monitor WPQ compliance status
- **Status Management**: Manage WPQ qualification status
- **Requirement Tracking**: Track WPQ requirements and deadlines

### Secondary Functions
- **Documentation**: Maintain WPQ follow-up documentation
- **Report Generation**: Generate follow-up reports
- **Alert System**: Alert when follow-up actions are needed
- **Compliance Reporting**: Generate compliance reports

## How to Use

### Managing WPQ Follow-Up
1. Click **"Manage Follow-Up"** button
2. Select WPQ for follow-up review
3. Review current qualification status
4. Check compliance requirements
5. Update follow-up information
6. Set follow-up reminders
7. Track follow-up progress

### Follow-Up Management
1. Review WPQ qualification status
2. Monitor compliance requirements
3. Track follow-up activities
4. Update qualification information
5. Generate follow-up reports

### Follow-Up Categories
- **Active Follow-ups**: Current follow-up activities
- **Pending Actions**: Actions awaiting completion
- **Completed Follow-ups**: Successfully completed follow-ups
- **Overdue Actions**: Actions past due date

## Best Practices

### Usage Guidelines
- ✅ Monitor WPQ compliance regularly
- ✅ Set up follow-up reminders in advance
- ✅ Track follow-up activities promptly
- ✅ Maintain accurate follow-up records

### Quality Assurance
- ✅ Verify follow-up accuracy and completeness
- ✅ Ensure proper compliance monitoring
- ✅ Monitor follow-up effectiveness
- ✅ Regular review of follow-up processes

## Troubleshooting

### Common Issues
1. **Follow-up not updating**: Check user permissions and system status
2. **Compliance alerts not working**: Verify alert configuration
3. **Status tracking issues**: Contact WPQ administrator

### Getting Help
- Contact the Welding department for technical support
- Consult WPQ follow-up procedures and guidelines
- Check WPQ qualification status and compliance requirements