Methodology
The validated methodology involves six phases:
Phase I - Identification
- Identify participants
- Identify target hazardous material(s)/process(es)
- Define performance requirements for specific applications
- Identify potential alternatives
- Create the necessary technical products (PAR, JTP) to validate alternatives that are more environmentally acceptable
Phase III - Business (occurs concurrently with Phase II - Technical)
- Define funding requirements
- Identify funding sources
- Develop business strategy as appropriate
Phase IV - Alternative Testing (Demonstration/Validation)
- Perform the required tests
- Compare test results to performance requirements
- Determine a technically acceptable alternative and document it in the JTR
Phase V - Process Change Authorization/Implementation
- Initiate a contract modification or block change to authorize the use of validated alternatives at OEM facilities
- Implement alternatives in manufacturing and maintenance operations
- Share technology as widely
as possible
Phase VI - Evaluation/Feedback
- Initiate project closeout checklist and make recommendations