ISO 9001 and controlled documents

Is information in the appendix of a controlled document still considered controlled?

Answer:

Yes, an appendix is part of the whole document. If it is there someone with authority considered that information useful. It is better that it is updated.

I have a controlled document which has some examples in the appendix of the document. I would like to print these out and laminate them for use by my plant operators at point of use.

Answer:

You can print them out and use them at the point of use. Control the version and control the distribution. If the original document or any of the appendixes are updated with the distribution control you can update them. That way you will ensure that the right version is always at the point of use.

You can find more information about document control below:

• How to structure quality management system documentation - https://advisera.com/9001academy/knowledgebase/how-to-structure-quality-management-system-documentation/
• New approach to document and record control in ISO 9001:2015 - https://advisera.com/9001academy/blog/2015/06/30/new-approach-to-document-and-record-control-in-iso-90012015/
• Free online training ISO 9001:2015 Foundations Course - https://advisera.com/training/iso-9001-foundations-course/
• Book - Managing ISO Documentation: A Plain English Guide - https://advisera.com/books/managing-iso-documentation-plain-english-guide/