Types of Inspections

DOE-STD-1072-94

The following process applies to types of inspection:

3.4.3.1 Inspections should be separated into general categories and identified as

follows:

a) material condition (M)

b) industrial safety (S)

c) cleanliness/housekeeping (H)

d) radiological protection/control (R)

3.4.3.2 Each inspection should concentrate on one general category. This should

allow an in-depth look at one specific aspect of facility performance.

However, other deficiencies should not be overlooked.

3.4.3.3 All applicable general categories should be completed for each inspection

zone by the end of each calendar quarter.

The following process applies to the conduct of the inspection:

3.4.4.1 Each department manager or his/her designated representative should

conduct an inspection of his/her assigned inspection zone during the week

scheduled. The inspection may be conducted as one evolution, or as a

series of smaller inspections during the week.

3.4.4.2 Each inspection should include detailed walk-downs of the inspection zone.

Key areas to consider are out-of-the-way and limited-access areas. The

inspection should not only identify deficiencies; it should also identify those

things that are being done to improve facility conditions. In this manner,

the program serves as a positive feedback mechanism.

3.4.4.3 Subordinates should be included on inspections-periodically. This should

provide a method to teach inspection techniques and convey high standards.