Operations Self-Appraisal and Verification

DOE-STD-1036-93

question). If repositioning is required, it should be approved by the

supervisor. If the component is subject to administrative controls (e.g.,

lockout/tagout), the supervisor must ensure compliance with those

guidelines during physical verification or repositioning.

4.4

Operations Self-Appraisal and Verification

Independent verification is a formal process for ensuring safety and reliability in

facility systems. However, the concepts of verification and independence have a

wider application. Programs and activities that affect operations should receive

independent appraisals or verifications to ensure that they meet established criteria

relating to safety, health, environmental protection, and operational practices. For

example, procedure development and training are activities that have a direct

impact on operations. These activities should be evaluated through self-appraisal

and independent (e.g., operations organization) review to ensure that they

accomplish their intended purpose and are consistent with applicable regulatory

and operational guidelines.