What is the difference between a hold point and an audit finding?
Last reviewed July 5, 2026
A hold point is a specific stage in the work where you can't proceed until approval's given. An audit finding is a result of checking compliance, often pointing out issues or non-conformities during or after the work's done.
Key points
- Hold point stops work until approval.
- Audit finding identifies compliance issues.
- Hold points are planned and documented.
- Audit findings can lead to corrective actions.
Hold points are set in your quality plan or work method statements. They ensure critical checks happen before moving on to the next step. Audit findings come from structured checks, looking for compliance with standards or project specifications. They can happen anytime during or after construction.
How Alloovium helps
Alloovium helps track hold points and audit findings, making it easier to manage compliance and document approvals.
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General information for Australian construction professionals — not legal advice. Verify jurisdiction-specific requirements with the relevant regulator.