Frequently Asked Questions cont'd

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The "tailored approach" of the N&S Closure Process is not the same as the "graded

approach" even though the two approaches may arrive at a similar objective of applying

requirements in a manner that recognizes the significance of the hazard being

controlled. Tailoring is work and hazards based; grading is primarily requirements

based.

The Tailored Approach is based on an understanding of the specific work, the work

environment, and the hazards associated with the specific work and on knowledge of

experience-supported standards that control the specific hazards. The N&S Closure

Process identifies a tailored set of standards from applicable standards sources. When

implemented, the standards provide for those hazards reasonable assurance of

adequate protection of workers, the public and the environment. The N&S Closure

Process "tailoring" is fundamentally work and hazards based.

The "graded approach" means grading selection of standards or grading application of

standards. In the graded approach the standards are DOE Orders or specific

requirements within DOE Orders. The application of "grading" varies the degree,

intensity or rigor of application of the standards across a range of defined work

depending on the relative significance of work hazards to be controlled. "Grading" is

fundamentally requirements based. A definition appears in the SAR Order (DOE O

5480.23.)

What happens if oversight personnel do not agree that the set provides adequate

protection or was developed without the required fidelity to Process requirements?

If oversight personnel challenge the adequacy of the WSS set or challenge the bases for

its approval, the challenge must be resolved.

Resolution is provided by:

Under Chapter 1 of the N&S Closure Process any challenge to the WSS set is to

be submitted to the Agreement Parties where the challenge is decided on its

merits.

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