Definitions - std_3006

DOE-STD-3006-2000

2.1.2 DOE Manuals and Handbooks

DOE Manual 251.1-1

DOE Handbook, DOE-HDBK-3012-96, Guide to Good Practices for Operational

Readiness Reviews (ORR), Team Leader's Guide.

2.2 Order of Precedence. In the event of conflict between the text of the document and a DOE

Order or Rule, the DOE Order or Rule takes precedence. This document does not supersede applicable

laws and regulations unless a specified exemption has been approved by the appropriate authority.

3.0 DEFINITIONS

This section provides the meaning intended for the terms and statements used in DOE O 425.1B and this

standard. The description or discussion concerning the terms may be expanded or more specific than

definitions found in other DOE documents. However, use of the terms and statements in this standard

are consistent with definitions provided in other DOE documents.

3.1 Authorization Agreement. A documented basis between the Department of Energy (DOE) and

the contractor for high-hazard facilities (Categories 1 and 2), incorporating the results of DOE's review

of the contractor's proposed authorization basis for a defined scope of work. The Authorization

Agreement contains key terms and conditions (controls and commitments) under which the contractor is

authorized to perform work. Any changes to these terms and conditions would require DOE approval.

3.2 Authorization Basis. Safety documentation supporting the decision to allow a process or facility

to operate. Included are corporate operational environmental requirements as found in regulations and

specific permits, and, for specific activities, work packages or job safety analyses (see safety basis also).

3.3 Breadth. The set of core requirements evaluated by the ORR or RA team during conduct of the

readiness review.

3.4 Conclusion. A discussion of the final judgement of readiness and adequacy for a review area,

which considers the positive (strengths) and negative (findings) elements.