Identifying the Set of Work Smart Standards

DOE-HDBK-1148-2002

11.0

Identifying the Set of Work Smart Standards

Process Leader

Identification Team

Technical & Operational Experts

(Section 11.3)

(Section 11.4)

(Section 11.5)

Identify add'l info needed to define

Provide additional

the work

information needed to

define the work

Evaluate relevant sources of

existing standards

Identify set of WSS including those

legally required and others

necessary for adequate protection.

Ensure set is feasible to

implement.

Request additional

Provide input and assistance

Ensure Process protocols are

input/assistance if needed

as requested

followed; assist in coordination.

Reach consensus on and justify

the WSS set

Identify implementation

assumptions/interfaces

Identify laws/regulations not

necessary for adequate protection,

as candidates for possible

exemption requests

Document:

the WSS set;

justification for the set's

adequacy;

implementation assumptions and

interfaces; &

justifications for exemptions from

Maintain process

legal requirements, if applicable

documentation

If unable to identify a necessary &

sufficient set, recommend

Review & consult with

revisions to work definition and/or

Convened Group

development of new standards

11.1

Identifying the Set

A Work Smart set of standards is the principal product of a successful N&S Process application.

A WSS set includes all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations as well as other

standards that are necessary and sufficient to provide adequate protection for workers, the

public, and the environment. The set must also be feasible for implementation, meaning that it