Clearly the old Order system had its problems in that they were not uniformly applicable to all applications. Similarly, the new directive system will require tailoring to the hazard and the activity in the field. The items which are of safety value to the field will have to be determined by specific application, and will generally not benefit from some high level endorsement from individuals who are not personally familiar with the work or are not technically qualified to judge its adequacy. This definition is not particularly enlightening, and seems inconsistent that an approved plan of action would result in options. The discussion would benefit from a few examples of initiatives.
HR is stated to manage directives other than rules or technical standards.
Management includes direction and control over the use of the directives. This is an improper function for HR, which is not a technical organization. We suggest that HR administer the directives program rather than manage the directives. The requirement to garner consensus as part of this process and to resolve all comments prior to moving forward is a prescription for gridlock. Jr. Mr. Theodore A. Wyka, Jr.