MIL-STD-2106A(SH)
5.2.10 Initial test procedure submittal. When specified (see 6.2), existing test procedures shall be submitted for approval for reapplication in lieu of the preparation of new test procedures. In the absence of technically adequate existing test procedures or as specified (see 6.2), preliminary new test procedures shall be submitted prior to verification.
5.2.11 Test procedure verification. All test procedures shall be verified. The purpose of verification is to:
a. Ensure that the equipment or system can be safely tested
b. Affirm that the testing steps can be performed as written and in the specified sequence
c. Determine if the testing steps represent the most efficient and practical method for accomplishing the desired results
d. Determine if extraneous influences exist that may prevent the accomplishment of the intended results e. Verify the expected results presented in the TEST DATA RECORDING sheets
f. Verify SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS, TEST EQUIPMENT USED, and other pertinent sections of the test procedure.
5.2.11.1 Verification process. Verification requires that the testing steps be performed in the indicated sequence on an Element/Sub-element that is as close to the shipboard configuration as possible to accomplish the purposes listed above. Problems shall be corrected and potential improvements shall be incorporated in the final document. Two approaches to verification are:
a. Verification of test procedures during first time use in a shipboard test program (validation).
b. Verification of test procedures prior to use by performing the test in an industrial plant, at a land-based test site, or aboard a ship.
The type of verification required for each test procedure shall be as specified (see 6.2). If verification is accomplished through validation, the discrepancies and problem will be identified and corrected through the established change control process. If verification is accomplished prior to use, a plain paper or marked-up test procedure shall be completed and the procedures of 5.2.11.2 through 5.2.12.2 shall be followed.
5.2.11.2 Verification analysis record submittal. Verification Analysis provides a means of finding and documenting problems and potential improvements in draft test procedures. A Verification Analysis Record shall be created for each draft test procedure. Instructions for completion of this record are provided in the following
paragraphs. When specified (see 6.2), Verification Analysis Records shall be submitted in accordance with contract specifications.
5.2.11.2.1 Time. Beginning and ending times shall be recorded and elapsed time calculated for comparison with the estimated testing time given in the test procedure. The elapsed time shall include setup and shutdown procedures. If testing is interrupted prior to completion, multiple start and stop times shall be recorded to permit calculation of total elapsed time required for the test.
5.2.11.2.2 Test steps. As they are performed, each testing step shall be examined for safety, necessity, practicality, and proper sequence. Guidelines for this examination are as follows:
a. Safety. Can this step be performed without potential hazard to personnel or equipment? Is the step sufficiently trouble-free so that inexperienced personnel would not require any special warnings or cautions?
b. Necessity. Consider why this step is being performed. Is it essential to proper performance of this test?
c. Practicality. Can this test be performed in the manner described by the test procedure? Is this the most practical way to perform the step?
d. Sequence. Consider why this step is being performed at this point in the procedure. Is this the most appropriate place within the procedure to perform this step?
e. Ambiguity. Can the instruction be misinterpreted? Is it subject to more than one interpretation?
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