Simulator Quality Management Systems Working Group

5. Scheduling NSP Assessments of SQMSPURPOSEThis procedure defines the process for scheduling NSP assessments of the SQMS program andintends to satisfy requirements found in §60.5(c) and Appendix E (a), (f), and (i)(1).SCOPEThis process applies to [SPONSOR] SQMS program.RESPONSIBILITY_____ is responsible for maintenance and dissemination of this process; _______is/areresponsible for execution.POLICYWithin six (6) months of the notification of acceptability of the SQMS by the NSP, the initialNSPM audit of the SQMS must be scheduled.After the initial audit, NSP audits will be scheduled at twenty-four (24) month intervals, unlessthe NSP requests that they be conducted more frequently.In addition to these audits, the SQMS Manual will be made available to the NSP auditorsduring continuing qualification evaluations and no-notice FSTD evaluations.All adjustments required by the NSP will be addressed by the MR and any proposedmodifications to the SQMS program to address these issues must be submitted to andapproved by the NSPM prior to their incorporation into the SQMS.PROCEDUREUpon initial SQMS program submission, NSP will conduct an Initial (Desk) Review as part ofthe application for registration. During initial review, NSP may identify “non-” or “partially-”compliant areas which [SPONSOR] will address and resubmit. Ultimately NSP will issue anInitial Program Approval. Within six (6) months following this approval, an on-site reviewmust be conducted.1. Request NSPM on-site initial assessment.2. Address any deficiencies in the SQMS program as identified by the NSP:2.1. Submit proposed changes to the NSPM.2.2. If approved, incorporate changes into the SQMS program and manual. If not, repeatthis process.3. Repeat this procedure to schedule additional assessments of the SQMS program at twentyfour(24) month intervals, unless requested to schedule sooner by NSP.RECORDS RETENTIONRefer to 25. Record Control Policy for details on record documentation and retention.4/7/2010 8