Physical Qualifications

DOE-STD-3025-99

Interpretation of applicable standards, specifications, and customer

purchase-order requirements relative to the acceptability of filters.

Determination of the appropriate rejection status when compliance with

all specified requirements cannot be demonstrated.

Preparation and issuance of appropriate documentation of inspection and

test results.

Assessment of manufacturer's materials of construction and

certifications, and compliance of filters to such certifications.

Personnel in this category have the authority to sign data forms and

reports attesting to the accuracy and completeness of the reported data or

results.

9.2

Physical Qualifications

Personnel responsible for supervision of inspection and testing activities or for

interpretation of inspection and test results shall meet appropriate physical qualifications

as evidenced by satisfactory completion of physical examination. The physical

examination shall be performed by a qualified industrial physician, and shall include the

following:

Visual acuity, including near vision, depth perception, and color

discrimination.

Physical capability for performing job related tasks.

Hearing acuity.

9.3

Training

Personnel responsible for HEPA filter inspection and testing, for supervision of

inspection and testing, or for interpretation of inspection and test results, shall

satisfactorily complete a formal training course. This course shall address the principles

of HEPA filter testing. The course shall be equivalent to the Harvard University School

of Public Health In-Place Filter Testing Workshop. New hires shall receive on-the-job

training and instruction by qualified personnel to become completely familiar with the

equipment, instrumentation, and procedures. FTF management is responsible for