Appropriate Levels of Management Review

DOE-STD-1073-2003

Configuration Management

5.3.2.2 Appropriate Levels of Management Review

The configuration management process should specify the expectations for a

management review of proposed changes. The configuration management process may

specify different levels of management review for changes based on a documented

graded approach. The managers at the lowest authorized level should normally perform

the management review, in order to reduce the time needed to process the proposed

change. However, it is important that the appropriate level of management in affected

organizations are aware of pending changes and are actively involved in their review and

approval. Consequently, it may be advantageous in some situations to elevate the

management review to a higher level of management to facilitate implementation of the

change when it is approved.

5.3.2.3 Clear Documentation

Change control packages must be provided for the management review. The packages

should be complete and easy to use and understand.

5.3.3 Performing USQ Reviews

The USQ process was established to allow contractors to make changes without prior

approval from DOE, provided those changes do not explicitly or implicitly affect the

safety basis of the facility or activity. The configuration management process should

specifically state that the DOE-approved USQ procedure must be consulted for all

proposed changes and implemented whenever required by the 10 CFR Part 830 or the

DOE-approved USQ process. If the USQ review determines that the change involves a

USQ, then DOE approval is required before implementing the change. Additional

guidance on the USQ process can be found in DOE G 424.1-1.

5.3.4 Performing Other Reviews

In addition to the design, management, and USQ reviews, the following reviews should

be considered and performed, where appropriate:

peer review

cost and benefit review

maintenance and reliability review

review of the impact on the operations schedule

reviews required by regulatory or contract requirements.

facility walkdown (a sample procedure for conducting a walkdown is provided in

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