What Is CSA N299?
CSA N299 provides a specialized quality assurance framework for organizations working within Canada.
CSA N299 is a series of Canadian quality assurance standards specific to the nuclear industry, addressing the supply of items and services to nuclear power plants. The applicable level varies based on the safety and quality significance of the products or services provided.
At LeanCore, we collaborate with your team to foster continuous improvement by developing and strengthening the processes, documentation, controls, and quality practices necessary to satisfy the appropriate CSA N299 requirements. Whether you're enhancing an existing ISO 9001 system or implementing a comprehensive nuclear quality assurance program from the ground up while utilizing lean manufacturing principles, we ensure that the process remains clear, practical, and audit-ready.
How We Can Help
Gap Assessment
Review your existing quality management system (QMS) and identify gaps against the applicable CSA N299 requirements to facilitate continuous improvement in your processes, especially as you consider lean manufacturing practices.
Quality Assurance Program Development
Develop or strengthen the quality assurance framework, processes, responsibilities, and controls necessary for your scope of supply, ensuring alignment with lean manufacturing principles and supporting continuous improvement through effective QMS implementation.
Documentation & Traceability
Establish practical documentation, records, traceability, and document control practices to support nuclear quality requirements, while also focusing on continuous improvement and lean manufacturing principles for effective QMS implementation.
Process & Supplier Controls
Help strengthen operational and supplier-related controls through continuous improvement initiatives to support consistent quality and compliance throughout the supply chain in line with lean manufacturing principles and effective QMS implementation.
Implementation Support
Collaborate with your team to integrate CSA N299 requirements into your existing processes and day-to-day operations, focusing on continuous improvement and lean manufacturing principles as part of your QMS implementation.
Internal Audit & Readiness
Conduct a thorough assessment of your system to identify any remaining gaps, support corrective actions, and ensure your organization is well-prepared for customer or certification-related audits. This approach fosters continuous improvement and aligns with lean manufacturing principles, especially during QMS implementation.