Equipment Deficiency Identification and Documentation

DOE-STD-1039-93

inputs for system pressure and temperature, and actuate if either is out of specification.

If the temperature input to the alarm is disabled, the operator must monitor the system

temperature more closely to compensate for the lack of alarm capability.

Alarms with temporarily changed setpoints should be documented for operator

reference, and may be further identified by color coded alarm windows or other

positive means.

Alarms that are lighted during normal operation should be identified by color coded

alarm windows, distinctive labeling, or other positive means.

Alarms that may be activated by more than one input, but that do not reflash when

subsequent inputs are received, should be identified within the alarm response

procedures and operator training. Operator training and operations procedures should

specify when operators should perform additional equipment parameter monitoring to

ensure that abnormal conditions are not masked by alarms that do not reflash.

Procedures for response to alarm actuation should be controlled and updated to reflect

any changes in alarm status. Changes in the alarm status should be transmitted to all

activities that may be affected, e.g., training, systems engineering, temporary

modification interfaces, etc..

4.6 Equipment Deficiency Identification and Documentation

When equipment deficiencies are discovered, the supervisor should be notified. Then, two

distinct actions should be taken. First, the deficiency should be documented and identified

for correction in accordance with the facility's work control system. Guidelines and

information related to work control systems are contained in DOE Order 4330.4B,

Maintenance Management Program.