UFC 4-390-01
23 July 2003
1.1.2.3
SCA. The certification process is most effective and
least complicated when:
a) The applicant designates a single, knowledgeable
individual to serve as the point of contact for the certification
effort.
b) The applicant has a clear understanding of the
certification process.
c)
The SCA has a clear understanding of the candidate
system.
d)
The SCA and the applicant communicate freely and
frequently.
The importance of a continuing exchange of information between
the applicant and the SCA cannot be overemphasized. Through open
discussions and negotiation, the applicant and the SCA can
establish a realistic balance between cost and time
considerations and system certification objectives. Also, the
SCA will gain a better knowledge and understanding of the
candidate pressure vessel system through frequent contact with
the applicant.
The ability of the system either to fulfill its mission or to
meet program goals, other than safety, is not within the purview
of the SCA.
1.2
Standard DOD Syntax Summary. This document utilizes
standard DOD syntax regarding permissive, advisory, and mandatory
language. Intended word meanings are as follows:
a) "Must" has been used only when application of a
procedure is mandatory.
b) "Should" has been used only when application of a
procedure is recommended.
c) "May" and "need not" have been used only when
application of a procedure is discretionary.
d) "Will" has been used only to indicate futurity. It
is never to indicate any degree of requirement for application of
a procedure.
1.3
Purpose. The purpose of this document is to describe
the system certification process and to provide guidance in
implementing a certification program. Technical information and
justification submitted by the applicant forms the basis for
determining the material and procedural adequacy of each system
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