This situation presents a less-than imminent danger, but is still serious. Stop Work may be justified. Interim hazard mitigation measures are often necessary. Both Risk Codes 3 and 4 shall be handled as emergencies by Plant Engineering in subsequent corrective actions which are customarily initiated on the day of notification. This class of deficiency presents a low potential threat to personal health, safety or to the environment, and it poses a low risk to the laboratory mission.
Corrective action is initiated as soon as resources are available.
Special work procedures may be required in the interim. This class of deficiency presents a minor potential to cause harm. It will typically be addressed as part of other, planned improvements or through other, related Plant Engineering work processes. The need for new fire-protection systems, improvements and planned upgrades to existing systems shall be prioritized in accordance with this scheme. The project list is maintained by the FPE, and it shall be reviewed at least annually for accuracy and consistency with other planned projects.