QAPI Description QAPI is the coordinated application of two mutually-reinforcing aspects of a quality management system: Quality Assurance (QA) and Performance Improvement (PI). QAPI takes a systematic, comprehensive, and data-driven approach to maintaining and improving safety and quality in nursing homes while involving all nursing home caregivers in practical and creative problem solving.
Sticking to 225 degrees and 1 hour and 15 minutes puts you in the ballpark for a well cooked brisket. Many people believe that when the internal temperature of the brisket reaches 185 degrees, it is done.
Approximate Smoking Time Final Intenal Temperature. Brisket (Thin Sliced) 8 to 12 lbs. 225Â° F to 250Â° F 1.5 hours per pound 185Â° F. Brisket (Thick Sliced) 8 to 12 lbs. 225Â° F to 250Â° F 1.5 hours per pound 195Â° F. Brisket (Pulled) 8 to 12 lbs.