# PQR User Guide

## What is the PQR Module?

The PQR (Procedure Qualification Record) module manages welding procedure qualification records and documentation. This module helps track PQR records, manage qualification procedures, and ensure proper PQR documentation and compliance.

## Getting Started

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

## Key Features

### Primary Functions
- **PQR Management**: Manage procedure qualification records
- **Qualification Tracking**: Track qualification procedures
- **Documentation**: Maintain PQR documentation
- **Compliance Monitoring**: Monitor PQR compliance

### Secondary Functions
- **Report Generation**: Generate PQR reports
- **Data Analysis**: Analyze PQR data and trends
- **Export Options**: Export PQR data in various formats
- **Version Control**: Manage PQR versions

## How to Use

### Managing PQR Records
1. Click **"Manage PQR"** button
2. Select PQR for management
3. Review qualification records
4. Update PQR information
5. Track qualification status
6. Generate PQR reports
7. Monitor compliance

### PQR Management
1. Review PQR records
2. Update qualification information
3. Track qualification status
4. Monitor compliance
5. Generate PQR reports

### PQR Categories
- **Qualified Procedures**: Qualified welding procedures
- **Pending Qualifications**: Pending qualification procedures
- **Expired Qualifications**: Expired qualification records
- **Special Procedures**: Special qualification procedures

## Best Practices

### Usage Guidelines
- ✅ Keep PQR records current and accurate
- ✅ Monitor qualification expiration dates
- ✅ Maintain proper documentation
- ✅ Ensure compliance with standards

### Quality Assurance
- ✅ Verify PQR accuracy and completeness
- ✅ Ensure proper qualification procedures
- ✅ Monitor PQR management effectiveness
- ✅ Regular review of PQR processes

## Troubleshooting

### Common Issues
1. **Qualification expired**: Check qualification dates and renewal
2. **Documentation issues**: Review PQR documentation requirements
3. **Compliance problems**: Verify compliance requirements

### Getting Help
- Contact the Welding department for technical support
- Consult PQR procedures and guidelines
- Check PQR qualification and compliance status