Granting Accreditation

DOE-STD-1112-98

5.6.6 Close-Out Meeting. At the conclusion of the visit, the assessors will discuss their observations

with appropriate members of management and identify any findings. A written summary of

any deficiencies or concerns discussed is left with the DOE Contractor and/or service

laboratory' authorized representative. The assessors forward the assessment forms and the

written summary to the DOELAP Performance Evaluation Program Administrator for use in

the technical evaluation.

5.6.7 Monitoring Visits. In addition to regularly scheduled on-site assessments, assessors may be

assigned to make monitoring visits at any time during the 3-year accreditation period.

Monitoring visits may occur for cause or on a random basis. These visits may serve to verify

reported changes in the service laboratory' operations. The visits may also explore possible

reasons for poor performance in proficiency testing. The scope of a monitoring visit may

range from checking a few designated items to making a complete review.

5.7

Granting Accreditation

When the technical evaluation and the performance testing have been completed for the initial

DOELAP accreditation or for re-accreditation at the end of the triennial re-assessment, the

Performance Evaluation Program Administrator prepares an administrative report and

recommendation for the Oversight Board. The Board evaluates the report and recommendation and

proposes one of two options:

Accreditation - The HQ DOELAP Administrator completes the accreditation process by

issuing a certificate and conditions of accreditation to the DOE Contractor. This certificate is

current for three years. Partial accreditation may be given (see 5.7.1 below).

Remedial Action Required - The service laboratory is notified that remedial action is required

and is given reasons for the remedial action. The service laboratory shall identify and implement a

remedial action plan within 45 days of receiving the notification. This plan is sent to the HQ

DOELAP Administrator through the DOE field office with a copy to the Performance Evaluation

Program Administrator. A service laboratory may request an Appeals Board review (DOE-STD-

1111-98).