| OPCW | Conference of the States Parties |
| First Session | C-I/DEC.71 |
| Agenda item 24 | 23 May 1997 |
| Original: ENGLISH |
LIST OF APPROVED EQUIPMENT WITH OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS AND TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
The Conference
Recalling that the Commission, in its PC-VIII/18, paragraph 6.15, approved the list of equipment as specified in table 3.8 of the Annex to PC-VIII/A/WP.7, for budgetary purposes; and
decided, authorised or approved the addition of the following items to the list:
Boots (reusable) (PC-IX/11, paragraph 6.4);
Team Decontamination Kit (PC-XI/17, paragraph 7.4);
Non-Destructive Evaluation (NDE) Hydrogen Concentration Measurement (HCM) Equipment (PC-XIV/29, paragraph 9.3);
Individual Heat Stress Monitor (PC-XV/25, paragraph 8.3); and
Portable Acetylcholinesterase Activity Monitor (PC-XV/25, paragraph 8.3),
Recalling that the Commission and, as appropriate, Working Group B adopted or noted operational requirements and technical specifications of inspection equipment in several meetings,
Bearing in mind that the Commission recommended in paragraph 38.8 of its PC-XVI/37 that the Conference adopt several of the above mentioned recommendations on the inclusion of certain items of equipment pending resolution of the issue of the list of approved equipment,
Hereby:
1. Adopts the list of inspection equipment with operational requirements, technical specifications and common evaluation criteria annexed hereto.
Annex with
22 Attachments
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Annex
List of Approved Equipment
The Conference adopted the list of approved equipment in the understanding that:
(a) the issues contained in paragraphs 118 and 119 of the Final Report of the Preparatory Commission remain unresolved for the time being. In accordance with paragraph 29 of Part II of the Verification Annex, "The inspection of the equipment shall also ascertain to the satisfaction of the inspected State Party that the equipment meets the description of the approved equipment for the particular type of inspection. The inspected State Party may exclude equipment not meeting that description or equipment without the above-mentioned authentication documents and devices";
(b) paragraph 13 of the Confidentiality Annex stipulates that "States Parties may take such measures as they deem necessary to protect confidentiality, provided that they fulfill their obligation to demonstrate compliance with the relevant Articles and the Verification Annex. When receiving an inspection, the State Party may indicate to the inspection team the equipment, documentation or areas that it considers sensitive and not related to the purpose of the inspection." This provision has further been specified in the OPCW Confidentiality Policy. These measures may include restrictions on the use of certain items of inspection equipment, which may be stipulated in facility agreements when applicable;
(c) in accordance with paragraph 43 of Part II of the Verification Annex, and in accordance with the OPCW Health and Safety Policy and Regulations, the inspected State Party may adopt procedures including restrictions on the use of certain equipment, which may be stipulated in facility agreements when applicable. In such a case an alternative inspection procedure should be adopted in consultation with the ISP in order to accomplish the inspection goals (OPCW Health and Safety Policy, subparagraph 4.3(a));
(d) the National Authority of each State Party should be able to access - in order to satisfy the inspected State Party and to enable it to familiarise itself with all the operational characteristics concerned - each item of equipment contained in the List of Approved Equipment and its use sufficiently prior to its use on the territory of the inspected State Party to ensure familiarity. In case any State Party finds that it is denied such access to any item of equipment approved for inspection purposes, it has the right to deny permission of that equipment for use on its national territory. The Director-General is requested to establish an appropriate mechanism to assist the National Authorities in their familiarisation with the approved equipment and its use.
List of Inspection Equipment
Description General Specific Common General Requirements Technical
Operational Operational Evaluation for Health & Safety Specifications
Requirements Requirements Criteria Equipment
1 Portable Equipment
1 Global Positioning System (GPS) PC-VII/B/WP.5, PC-VII/B/WP.5, PC-VIII/B/WP.2, PC-VIII/B/WP.2,
Appendix 1 Appendix 2 Attachment 1 Attachment 1
2 Weighing Equipment
3 Tape Measures (3 m, 30 m, 100 m)
4 Callipers and Steel Ruler
5 Seals (Fibre Optic and Packages) with Seal PC-VII/B/WP.5,
Tool Appendix 2
6 Seals (Frangible, Fractural, Adhesive)
7 Instant Camera with Films
8 35 mm Camera with Films
9 Video Camcorder + Portable Video Player
with Tapes
10 Binoculars
11 Datascope
Description General Specific Common General Requirements Technical
Operational Operational Evaluation for Health & Safety Specifications
Requirements Requirements Criteria Equipment
12 Night-vision Scope PC-VII/B/WP.5, PC-VIII/B/WP.2, PC-VIII/B/WP.2,
Appendix 1 Attachment 1 Attachment 1
13 Magnifying Glass
14 X-ray Equipment PC-VII/B/WP.5, Specifications
Appendix 2 taken note by
the Expert
Group on
Inspection
Procedures,
PC-XIV/B/WP.5,
paragraph 4.1
(a)
15 IR Spectrometer (FT-IR) PC-VIII/B/WP.2,
Attachment 1
16 Rechargeable Batteries (Ni-Cd) + Battery
Rechargers
17 Shoulder Bag
18 Tool Belt
19 Compass
20 Tags/Tie On/Markers (Permanent)
21 Military Detector Kit for CW Agents
22 Hand-held CW Detector/Monitors (HHD) PC-VII/B/WP.5,
Appendix 2
Description General Specific Common General Requirements Technical
Operational Operational Evaluation for Health & Safety Specifications
Requirements Requirements Criteria Equipment
23 Military Detector Training Kit PC-VII/B/WP.5, PC-VIII/B/WP.2, PC-VIII/B/WP.2,
Appendix 1 Attachment 1 Attachment 1
24 Commercial Detector Kit (with tubes)
25 Test Paper Packages for CW Agents
26 Thermochromic Tape Packages PC-VIII/B/WP.2,
Attachment 1
27 Sample Collection Kit PC-VII/B/WP.5, PC-VIII/B/WP.12,
Appendix 2 Annex 4
PC-X/B/WP.9,
Annex 8
PC-XVI/B/WP.6,
Annex 5
28 Alleged Use Sample Collection Kit PC-XIII/B/WP.5,
Annex 5
PC-XV/B/WP.9,
Annex 2
29 Sample Collection Kit for Munitions PC-VII/B/WP.5, PC-X/B/WP.1,
Appendix 2 Annex
PC-X/B/WP.1,
Annex
30 FT-IR Sample Preparation Kit PC-VII/B/WP.5, PC-X/B/WP.9,
Appendix 2 Annex 6
Description General Specific Common General Requirements Technical
Operational Operational Evaluation for Health & Safety Specifications
Requirements Requirements Criteria Equipment
31 GC/MS Sample Preparation Kit PC-VII/B/WP.5, PC-VII/B/WP.5, PC-VIII/B/WP.2, PC-XVI/B/WP.6,
Appendix 1 Appendix 2 Attachment 1 Annex 6
32 Sample Transport Kit (small samples) PC-XII/B/WP.6,
Annex 1
33 Sample Transport Kit (large samples) PC-XII/B/WP.6,
Annex 1
34 Gas Chromatograph/Mass Spectrometer (GC/MS) PC-VIII/B/WP.2,
Attachment 1
35 Acoustic Resonance Spectroscopy (ARS)
Non-destructive Evaluation Equipment
36 Ultrasonic Pulse Echo (UPE)
Non-destructive Evaluation Equipment
37 Neutron Induced Prompt Photon Spectroscopy PC-VII/B/WP.5,
(NIPPS) Non-destructive Evaluation Appendix 2
Equipment PC-VII/B/WP.10,
paragraph 3.2
38 Hydrogen Concentration Measurement (HCM) PC-VII/B/WP.5, Specifications
Non-destructive Evaluation Equipment Appendix 2 developed by
the Specialist
Task Force on
Inspection
Equipment
Issues and
observed by the
Expert Group on
Inspection
Procedures,
PC-XIV/B/WP.5,
paragraph 4.3
Description General Specific Common General Requirements Technical
Operational Operational Evaluation for Health & Safety Specifications
Requirements Requirements Criteria Equipment
39 Power Transformer PC-VII/B/WP.5, PC-VIII/B/WP.2, PC-VIII/B/WP.2,
Appendix 1 Attachment 1 Attachment 1
40 Power Stabiliser
41 Generators
2 Protective & Safety Equipment
1 Boots (Disposable) PC-VII/B/WP.5, PC-X/B/WP.9, Annex 2 PC-VIII/B/WP.12
Appendix 2
2 Chemical Protective Clothing
3 Air Permeable CW Protective Suits PC-X/B/WP.9,
Annex 3
4 Protective Masks (Military Type)
5 Spare Canisters (Military)
6 Spare Canisters (Industrial)
7 Safety Goggles
8 Protective Gloves with Liners PC-VII/B/WP.5,
Appendix 2
9 Chemical Dosimeters (Personal) Specifications
not approved yet
Description General Specific Common General Requirements Technical
Operational Operational Evaluation for Health & Safety Specifications
Requirements Requirements Criteria Equipment
10 Leather Work Gloves PC-VII/B/WP.5, PC-VIII/B/WP.2, PC-X/B/WP.9, Annex 2 PC-X/B/WP.9,
Appendix 1 Attachment 1 Annex 3
11 Industrial Safety Helmet with Hearing
Protection
12 Cotton Coveralls PC-VII/B/WP.5, PC-VIII/B/WP.12
Appendix 2
13 Disposable Coveralls
14 UV Protective Glasses PC-X/B/WP.9,
Annex 3
15 Water Bottle PC-X/B/WP.9,
Annex 4
16 Flashlight Explosion Proof
17 First Aid Kits (Personal) PC-VIII/B/WP.12
18 Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) PC-VII/B/WP.5, PC-X/B/WP.9,
Appendix 2 Annex 3
19 Respirator Industrial
20 Equipment Bags with Heat Sealer PC-X/B/WP.9,
Annex 4
21 Mask Fit Test Kit PC-VII/B/WP.5, PC-X/B/WP.9,
Appendix 2 Annex 3
22 Cooling Vest PC-VIII/B/WP.12
23 Impermeable Suits
Description General Specific Common General Requirements Technical
Operational Operational Evaluation for Health & Safety Specifications
Requirements Requirements Criteria Equipment
24 Impermeable Suits for Training PC-VII/B/WP.5, PC-VIII/B/WP.2, PC-X/B/WP.9, Annex 2 PC-VIII/B/WP.12
Appendix 1 Attachment 1
25 Cold Weather Gear
26 Decontamination Kit (Personal) PC-X/B/WP.9,
Annex 4
27 Safety Lantern
28 Safety Shoes PC-VIII/B/WP.12
29 Flammability/Explosive/Air Quality/Monitor PC-XI/B/WP.6,
Annex 5
30 Boots (Reusable)/Boots PC-VII/B/WP.5,
Appendix 2
31 Team Decontamination Kit PC-XIII/B/WP.5,
Annex 4
3 Medical Equipment
1 Chemical Weapons Casualty Treatment Kit PC-VIII/B/WP.12
2 Advanced Treatment Kit
3 General First Aid Kit PC-X/B/WP.9,
Annex 3
4 Water Filter Kit PC-X/B/WP.9,
Annex 4
Description General Specific Common General Requirements Technical
Operational Operational Evaluation for Health & Safety Specifications
Requirements Requirements Criteria Equipment
5 Wet Bulb Globe Thermometer PC-VII/B/WP.5, PC-VIII/B/WP.2, PC-X/B/WP.9, Annex 2 PC-X/B/WP.9,
Appendix 1 Attachment 1 Annex 4
6 Patient Monitor PC-VIII/B/WP.12
4 Administrative Equipment
1 Calculator PC-VIII/B/WP.2,
Attachment 1
2 Computer(notebook/printer)
3 Satellite Link Telephones PC-VII/B/WP.5,
Appendix 2
4 Portable Fax Machines
5 Exterior Extension Cords
6 Secure Voice Telephone PC-VII/B/WP.5,
Appendix 2
7 Short Range Radios
8 Maintenance Tool Kit
9 Equipment Transport Containers
Description General Specific Common General Requirements Technical
Operational Operational Evaluation for Health & Safety Specifications
Requirements Requirements Criteria Equipment
5 Occupational Health Equipment
1 Individual Heat Stress Monitor PC-VII/B/WP.5, PC-VIII/B/WP.2, PC-XV/B/WP.9,
Appendix 1 Attachment 1 Annex 3
2 Portable Acetylcholinesterase Activity
Monitor
Relevant documents are attached as follows:
Attachment 1: PC-VII/B/WP.10, paragraph Attachment 13: PC-XI/B/WP.6, Annex 5
3.2
Attachment 2: PC-VII/B/WP.5, Appendix 1 Attachment 14: PC-XII/B/WP.6, Annex 1
Attachment 3: PC-VII/B/WP.5, Appendix 2 Attachment 15: PC-XIII/B/WP.5, Annex 4
Attachment 4: PC-VIII/B/WP.12 Attachment 16: PC-XIII/B/WP.5, Annex 5
Attachment 5: PC-VIII/B/WP.12, Annex 4 Attachment 17: PC-XIV/B/WP.5, paragraph 4.1 (a)
Attachment 6: PC-VIII/B/WP.2, Attachment 18: PC-XIV/B/WP.5, paragraph 4.3
Attachment 1
Attachment 7: PC-X/B/WP.1, Annex Attachment 19: PC-XV/B/WP.9, Annex 2
Attachment 8: PC-X/B/WP.9, Annex 2 Attachment 20: PC-XV/B/WP.9, Annex 3
Attachment 9: PC-X/B/WP.9, Annex 3 Attachment 21: PC-XVI/B/WP.6, Annex 5
Attachment 10: PC-X/B/WP.9, Annex 4 Attachment 22: PC-XVI/B/WP.6, Annex 6
Attachment 11: PC-X/B/WP.9, Annex 6
Attachment 12: PC-X/B/WP.9, Annex 8
Attachment 1
PC-VII/B/WP.10, paragraph 3.2
3.2 The Expert Group recognised that an amendment is necessary to the specific operational requirement for neutron-induced prompt photon spectroscopy equipment, proposed for adoption by the Commission, contained in paragraph 3 (e) (iv) of Appendix 2 of PC-VII/B/WP.5. This paragraph should read:
"not induce secondary radiations the nature and level of which are incompatible with national and local health and safety regulations."
Attachment 2
PC-VII/B/WP.5, Appendix 1
APPENDIX 1
GENERAL OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR INSPECTION EQUIPMENT
1. When developing the operational requirements for inspection equipment, the discussion presented in paragraphs 5 and 6 of the Annex to PC-IV/B/WP.7 must be taken into account. Additionally, in view of concerns about confidentiality in certain inspections, the operational considerations listed below may be applicable to a variety of analytical techniques when determining the operational requirements for inspection equipment.
2. The Technical Secretariat must have analytical equipment available whose
chemical detection and analysis capabilities range from basic to very
sophisticated. This range of capabilities, that may be met in single or
multiple instruments, would be incorporated into instruments which would have
the following minimum characteristics in addition to those listed in paragraphs
5 and 6 of the Annex to
PC-IV/B/WP.7:
(a) a wide dynamic range, sensitivity sufficient to accomplish the purpose of the analysis, and a quick response;
(b) a technique that allows:
(i) the definition of the chemicals relevant to the purpose of the inspection to be detected, identified and, if necessary, measured;
(ii) identification and recording of the detection of chemicals relevant to the purpose of the inspection, but suppression of the indication and recording of the detection of chemicals and other information unrelated to the purpose of the inspection; and
(iii) convertibility to the presence/absence of scheduled chemicals to the extent derived from the capability/reliability of the equipment (hardware and software);
(c) high reliability;
(d) the capability rapidly to confirm 2 (a) and (b) above and 2 (f) below in the field;
(e) a minimum of false indications;
(f) the capacity to suppress information unrelated to the purpose of the inspection;
(g) features to indicate tampering;
(h) the capabilities referred to in 2 (b)(ii), 2 (b)(iii) and 2 (f) must be verifiable in the inspection at the POE; and
(i) the capacity to allow, if applicable, for the removal of detachable components capable of retaining chemicals or other information gathered at the inspection site.
3. Provided that the requirements for verification are met, and also taking into account the possible application of the equipment for safety purposes, cost-effectiveness will be paramount in deciding about any such equipment.
4. The practical capabilities to ensure the implementation of the requirements in subparagraphs (b)(ii), (b)(iii) and (f) of paragraph 2 above need to be discussed.
5. The minimum capabilities contained in subparagraphs 2 (a) to (i) above are also to be applied, where possible, to inspection equipment other than analytical equipment.
Attachment 3
PC-VII/B/WP.5, Appendix 2
APPENDIX 2
SPECIFIC OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR INSPECTION EQUIPMENT ITEMS
The following are the specific operational requirements for specific types of major inspection equipment which will apply in addition to the general operational requirements for inspection equipment listed in Appendix 1 to this Report.
1. Hand-held detectors (HHD) are generally designed to monitor the safety of inspectors and shall be subject to the provisions of the health and safety policy. If HHDs are used for verification purposes, they must comply with the characteristics and limitations for approved inspection equipment relevant to the purpose of the inspection. As verification equipment, HHDs must:
(a) be able to detect broad categories of chemicals relevant to the purpose of the inspection with a minimum of false indications;
(b) have a dose-related short response time;
(c) have a short set-up time;
(d) be operable by inspectors in full chemical protective gear;
(e) be easily decontaminated;
(f) be either hand-held or shoulder-slung to allow the operator to perform functions other than transport;
(g) be battery operable for the duration of the inspection;
(h) meet the safety requirements for the area of operation;
(i) be operable independently of inspection site support for the duration of the inspection;
(j) not allow data storage;
(k) be ruggedised for transportation and field operation;
(l) be secure against possible tampering; and
(m) be operable over the range of temperatures expected during all inspections.
2. Subject to the general operational requirements for inspection equipment, the portable gas chromotograph/mass spectrometer (GC-MS) to be used for on-site inspections must provide the capability for the detection and identification of chemical compounds. The portable GC-MS must:
(a) be capable of analysing compounds relevant to the Convention;
(b) be equipped with a variety of sample introduction techniques;
(c) contain data comparison libraries that are limited to chemicals relevant to the Convention;
(d) be configured such that data acquisition, storage and library comparison hardware and software are independent of and separable from the instrument controller hardware and software. All data in non-volatile memory must be retainable at the inspected site under the joint custody of the Technical Secretariat (TS) and the inspected State Party;
(e) have sensitivity sufficient to identify materials in the aliquot introduced into the instrument;
(f) be operable in a variety of modes to minimise intrusion;
(g) have sufficient chromatographic resolution to distinguish target materials from background and interfering chemicals;
(h) be temperature programmable;
(i) have sufficient resolution and mass range to detect volatile samples relevant to the Convention;
(j) meet the safety requirements of the environment in which it is to operate;
(k) be ruggedised and modularised for transportation with modules that can be carried by two persons;
(l) minimise requirements for high pressure gases, electrical power and vacuum pumping;
(m) have a short repeat analysis time;
(n) be operable by one person;
(o) be operable independently of inspection site support for the duration of the inspection;
(p) be operable over the range of temperatures expected during all inspections; and
(q) be capable of complete decontamination where necessary.
3. Non destructive evaluation (NDE) equipment must be able to explore the contents of closed vessels without the necessity of obtaining a material sample.
(a) General Requirements. The NDE equipment must:
(i) be ruggedised for transportation and field operation;
(ii) meet all safety requirements for its intended area of operation;
(iii) be rugged enough, in transportation configuration, to withstand the rigors of transport by aircraft and wheeled vehicles;
(iv) meet international and State Party requirements for packaging and transport;
(v) be capable of safe operation in a chemical and explosive environment with fused, bustered, and propellant-filled munitions and containers. Electromagnetic and ionising radiation must present no hazard;
(vi) be capable of being broken down into modules that can be carried by two persons;
(vii) be configured such that data acquisition, storage and library comparison hardware and software are independent of and separable from the instrument controller hardware and software. All data in the non-volatile memory must be retainable at the inspected site under the joint custody of the Technical Secretariat and the inspected State Party, when appropriate;
(viii) be designed for the rapid screening of items;
(ix) be capable of examining the contents of containers;
(x) have an automatic data recognition and decision algorithm, when applicable;
(xi) have displays that are readable in direct sunlight and in dim light;
(xii) be operable over the range of temperatures expected during all inspections;
(xiii) be operable by inspectors in full chemical protective gear;
(xiv) be able to discriminate between the contents of like items; and
(xv) be operable by no more than two persons.
(b) Specific requirements for acoustic NDE equipment. The equipment must:
(i) be able to discriminate between solid and liquid-filled munitions with an acceptable degree of confidence;
(ii) be able to determine the fill level of a container;
(iii) have power requirements consistent with battery operation;
(iv) contaminated parts must, in the event of chemical contamination, be capable of being decontaminated or disposed of in accordance with environmental and safety requirements.
(c) Specific requirements for ultrasonic pulse echo (UPE). The equipment must:
(i) be able to sort like items by comparison of sound propagation time with an acceptable degree of confidence;
(ii) be able to determine the liquid fill level of a container, under normal operating conditions;
(iii) be able to be carried and operated by one person.
(d) Specific requirements for acoustic resonance spectroscopy (ARS). The equipment must:
(i) be able to sort like items by comparison of acoustic spectra with an acceptable degree of confidence;
(ii) be able to be carried and operated by one person.
(e) Specific requirements (neutron interrogation (NI) methods). The equipment must:
(i) have levels of emitted radiation such that shielding is not required to limit exposure to safe levels at a reasonable stand-off;
(ii) be capable of detecting chemical elements and/or ratios of chemical elements in chemicals related to the Convention;
(iii) be designed to minimise the need for cryogenic cooling;
(iv) not induce secondary radiation.
(f) Specific requirements for X-ray equipment.
The Group could not reach agreement on the use of X-ray equipment, and the issue will be reviewed during discussions on equipment procedures.
4. Global positioning system (GPS)
The equipment is intended to determine the location of the inspection site in accordance with the Convention, and must:
(a) have sufficient accuracy to establish a precise location as required by the Convention;
(b) be able to function without reference to maps or visual markers;
(c) be capable of checking and clearing the memory upon leaving the site;
(d) be portable, together with the antenna;
(e) be rugged enough, in transport configuration, to withstand the rigors of transport by aircraft and wheeled vehicles;
(f) meet international and State Party requirements for packaging and transport;
(g) not require operator calibration;
(h) be operable in all geographical areas, and in temperatures ranging from winter to tropical climates, as well as at high altitudes;
(i) be operable by one person;
(j) be operable in full chemical protective gear;
(k) be incapable of emitting signals;
(l) not be capable of interfacing with other equipment.
5. Seals
The purpose of seals is to secure structures and containers in particular types of inspections and to prevent undetected access or use. The seal must:
(a) be able to withstand attempts at defeating it;
(b) be counterfeit resistant;
(c) provide a clear indication of having been broken;
(d) not be easily broken by accident;
(e) be able to create a unique, measurably different, and repeatable signature with a permanent record (e.g. photograph) of the seal's integrity;
(f) be applicable in a short amount of time, if necessary, in full protective gear.
5.1 Seals for sealing samples or other items during the inspection
In addition to subparagraphs 5 (a) to (f) above, the purpose of these seals is the short-term sealing of samples and other items. They should be easy to apply and be easily verified during the course of the inspection, in large numbers, using equipment transported to the site.
5.2 Long-term seals
In addition to subparagraphs 5 (a) to (f) above, such seals must:
(a) be highly resistant to tampering;
(b) be able to sustain long-term exposure to prevailing conditions typical for different inspection sites (e.g. climatic, corrosive factors in the atmosphere).
6. Sample collection equipment
Sampling equipment is required for taking samples during the course of an inspection for analysis on-site or off-site, in a way that takes into account the local and/or inspected State Party's safety and environmental regulations. Different sampling kits may be required for different types of samples. The equipment must be operable in full chemical protective gear. It must enable the provision of a continuous chain-of-custody. It must also provide for safe sample storage and must maintain the integrity of the sample.
6.1 Kit for sampling from munitions
In addition to the requirements in paragraph 6 above, the equipment must:
(a) be able to gain access to the interior of a munition in a safe way;
(b) be able to acquire and collect a sample of at least 25 mg of the contents of the munition;
(c) allow for safe and easy closure of the sampled munition and decontamination after sampling.
6.2 Environmental sampling kit
In addition to the requirements in paragraph 6 above, the sampling kit must:
(a) be capable of acquiring vapour, aerosols, solid and liquid as well as wipe samples. Examples of other materials are gaskets, filters, valve packing, paint, concrete and plastics;
(b) be adequate to collect sufficient independent solid, liquid or vapour samples to satisfy the inspection requirements;
(c) have procedures which permit samples to be collected for verification purposes to be sufficiently large for splitting into aliquots if off-site analysis is required. Sufficient samples must be available after splitting to allow for analysis and to maintain an effective chain-of-custody;
(d) be precleaned, sub-packaged, and security sealed to preclude contamination and must be subjected to an approved quality control regime. Sufficient spares should be included to enable checks for the absence of contamination to be undertaken by the inspected State Party where it requests this;
(e) have procedures which prevent the possibility of cross contamination of samples. For example, all items that come into contact with collected samples could be disposable. Such items would be used only once;
(f) contain packaging material, forms and tamper-indicating seals and labels for establishing the chain-of-custody;
(g) be designed for use by personnel in full protective gear, if used in a CW environment;
(h) be designed to present no additional hazard to inspectors and to minimise any risk to the environment; and
(i) in accordance with possible future decisions by Expert Groups, allow as may be necessary for some items and/or materials to be left at the inspection site for reasons of safety and/or confidentiality.
7. Sample preparation kit
The equipment is required for the preparation of samples for analysis on-site. The equipment must be able to support the processing of a variety of samples and must allow sample preparation for the analytical inspection equipment brought along by the inspection team (gas chromotograph/mass spectrometer (GC/MS), Fourier Transform Infrared (FT-IR), screening kits).
The kit must:
(a) have procedures that are "robust" in that they enable the analysis of a wide variety of chemicals relevant to the Convention even though they are not optimised for any one analyte;
(b) have procedures for specific chemicals relevant to the Convention;
(c) have procedures that eliminate the need for equipment items without seriously decreasing the efficiency of the sample preparation;
(d) have procedures that decrease the time required for analysis without seriously decreasing the efficiency of the sample preparation;
(e) have procedures and equipment that are designed to protect the safety of the inspector-analyst and the inspected site and its personnel;
(f) indicate any "special" equipment or reagents, i.e. other than normal laboratory glassware, etc.;
(g) minimise the generation of hazardous waste;
(h) easily accomplish the decontamination of major equipment items;
(i) in accordance with possible future decisions by Expert Groups, allow as may be necessary for some items and/or materials to be left at the inspection site for reasons of safety and/or confidentiality; and
(j) be self-sufficient, to the extent possible.
8. Infrared spectrometer
The portable infrared (IR) spectrometer to be used during on-site inspections must provide, subject to the general operational requirements for inspection equipment, the capability for the detection and identification of chemical compounds relevant to the purposes of the inspection. The portable IR spectrometer must:
(a) be capable of analysing compounds relevant to the Convention;
(b) be equipped with a variety of sample introduction techniques for solids, liquids and gases;
(c) contain data comparison libraries that are limited to chemicals relevant to the Convention;
(d) be configured such that data acquisition, storage and library comparison hardware and software are independent of and separable from the instrument controller hardware and software. All data in non-volatile memory must be retainable at the inspected site under the joint custody of the Technical Secretariat (TS) and the inspected State Party;
(e) have sensitivity sufficient to identify materials in the aliquot introduced into the instrument;
(f) be operable in a variety of modes, to minimise intrusion;
(g) have sufficient resolution to distinguish target materials from background and interfering chemicals;
(h) meet the safety requirements of the environment in which it is to operate;
(i) be ruggedised and modularised for transportation with modules that can be carried by two persons;
(j) minimise the requirements for electrical power and consumables, e.g. pressurised gas and cryogenic liquids;
(k) have a short repeat analysis time;
(l) be operable by one person;
(m) be operable independently of inspection site support for the duration of the inspection;
(n) be operable over the range of temperatures expected during all inspections; and
(o) be capable of complete decontamination where necessary.
9. Chemical protective gear
The purpose of the equipment, consistent with Organisation's health and safety policy, is to protect the individual members of the inspection team from hazards in the environment where they have to operate during the inspection. All chemical protective gear must be mutually compatible. It should be usable in various climatic conditions. All protective equipment must minimise physiological stress while inspection activities are being conducted. This requirement may be met by different types of equipment for different types of inspections and climatic conditions. All pieces of equipment have to come in a variety of sizes and, where applicable, must take into account the variety of features.
9.1 Protective masks
Protective masks provide full face as well as respiratory protection against aerosols, dust and toxic gases, and must:
(a) provide effective, prolonged protection for the inhalatory system, eyes and face against exposure to toxic chemicals;
(b) come with different types of canisters that protect against chemical agents and industrial chemical hazards, and these canisters must be easily changed;
(c) not irritate the skin;
(d) be able to be chemically decontaminated and sterilised without degradation of the overall performance for repeated use;
(e) be simple to maintain in the field;
(f) provide easy inhalation, good range of vision, not suppress voice communication, allow for use of short-range radio communication if required, and provide sufficient head mobility;
(g) allow the drinking of water in a hazardous environment;
(h) allow for optical inserts for corrective vision.
9.2 Respirators
Respirators provide protection of the lower face against aerosols and dust, and must:
(a) provide effective, prolonged protection for the inhalatory system against exposure to dusts, vapours and gaseous hazards;
(b) come with different types of canisters that protect against industrial chemical hazards;
(c) not irritate the skin;
(d) be able to be chemically decontaminated and sterilised without degradation of the overall performance for repeated use;
(e) be simple to maintain.
9.3 Canisters
Canisters will have to be available in a variety of types to protect against chemical agents and industrial chemical hazards to include dusts, vapours and gaseous hazards. They must:
(a) have a minimum shelf-life of a year;
(b) provide for effective and durable protection and be configured to provide a fast change-over;
(c) be easily disposable without posing an environmental hazard.
9.4 Protective clothing
Protective clothing must provide adequate body protection against liquids and vapours (chemical agents, industrial chemical hazards). Depending on the local climatic conditions and the specific chemical hazard, this requirement can be met by a range of clothing types from cotton coveralls to impermeable suits.
(a) Impermeable protective suits
Impermeable suits have to provide sustained protection against chemical agents (liquid and vapour). They should allow the performance of inspection activities and should thus provide maximum mobility and minimal physiological stress for the inspector.
9.5 Cooling vests
The purpose of the cooling vest is to minimise heat stress to inspectors wearing protective clothing during the inspection. The vest must have minimal weight, must not impede mobility, and must provide adequate functions for sustained operations.
9.6 Protective gloves
The purpose of the gloves is to protect hands against liquids and vapours (chemical agents, industrial chemical hazards). Gloves will have to be available in different materials and thicknesses, and should allow a maximum of dexterity consistent with adequate protection in order to allow inspection personnel to carry out inspection activities.
9.7 Protective boots
The purpose of the boots is to protect feet against liquids and vapours (chemical agents, industrial chemical hazards). Boots will have to be available in different materials and thicknesses.
9.8 Self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA)
The purpose of SCBA equipment is to provide protection for the inspector in areas of extreme chemical hazard or environments with an oxygen deficiency for an adequate period of time. It must be compatible with an impermeable disposable outer garment and an inner garment, and a closed respiratory system. The equipment must have minimal weight and must provide sufficient mobility and visibility.
9.9 Mask-fit test kit
The purpose of this kit is to determine the proper function and fitting of the individual mask/respirator before and during an inspection. It must be easy to set up and operate, must provide for unambiguous determination of proper fit and function, and must be field transportable. The test chemical simulant should not be harmful under the conditions of use, must not interfere with analytical equipment and must not be a scheduled chemical.
10. Short-range communication equipment
Short-range communication equipment is to provide communication between personnel patrolling the perimeter and other members of the inspection team, which must comply with local regulations in relation to radio communication (paragraph 44 of Part II of the Verification Annex).
The short-range communication equipment must be easy to operate including in full chemical protective gear, must be battery-operated and allow continuous operation for a reasonable period of time, must transmit a clear voice over a range from one side of the perimeter to the other and must be hand-held.
11. Satellite link radios
The purpose of the equipment is to allow communication between the inspection team and the OPCW Headquarters (paragraph 44 of Part II of the Verification Annex). The equipment must allow for direct communication, irrespective of the location of the inspection site. It must have a short set-up time. The equipment must be functional under a variety of climatic conditions (rain, snow, extremes of temperature and humidity). It must provide for use in conjunction with secure communications equipment and facsimile transmission. The equipment must have frequency convertibility to comply with local regulations. It must emit no unauthorised signals without the consent of the inspected State Party, which must be able to verify that the equipment is not emitting unauthorised signals. The equipment must use only satellites of international organisations (examples may include Inmarsat). It must comply with local regulations in relation to radio communication.
12. Secure telephones
The purpose of the equipment is to enable secure communication between the inspection team and the OPCW Headquarters. The equipment must be field transportable, operable on portable power supplies, and inter-operable with both the team's satellite communication equipment and commercial telephone systems. If a telephone system is linked through a satellite link, the operational requirements of satellite link radios apply. It must comply with local regulations in relation to radio communication.
Attachment 4
PC-VIII/B/WP.12, Annex 3
Annex 3
AGREED HEALTH AND SAFETY EQUIPMENT
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX
Foot Protection
Medical Equipment
1. Anti-tampering features:
Security against possible tampering should be incorporated when applicable, to include physical security under lock and key (such as detection and monitoring equipment).
2. Decontaminability:
Items of inspection equipment will be routinely used at chemical facilities throughout the world. Whilst the aim is that such equipment should not routinely become contaminated it is inevitable that occasional contamination with chemicals will occur. Equipment should therefore be designed to permit decontamination by suitable means.
To the extent appropriate, equipment parts likely to come into contact with chemicals should be resistant to organic solvents and have a high degree of corrosion resistance. Surfaces should be free from crevices and other entrapment points which might hold residual contamination.
3. Maintenance:
Maximum supportability between two maintenance cycles is required. Maintenance may need to be carried out in the field for inspection equipment items and therefore maintenance kits and critical spare parts must be available at the inspection site.
4. Guarantee:
The period of guarantee should be the longest possible. The guarantee should address on-site and off-site uses and should include maintenance and storage.
5. Performance validation:
Equipment suppliers must provide a performance validation report. This will facilitate certification for approval of the equipment by the PTS or TS.
6. Compatibility:
All health and safety equipment items which are to be used together must be compatible.
7. Training:
The supplier is to provide adequate training where applicable. OPCW personnel must be trained in the proper use of all equipment.
8. Workmanship:
The quality of workmanship must be sufficient to ensure the safety of the users. All components must be durable enough to withstand repeated use and ordinary wear and tear.
9. Power supply:
All items of electronic and electrical equipment, including those which are battery operated, must be capable of operating with 50-60 Hz, 100/240 ( 10%) volts AC lines. Those items of equipment which are hand-operated should be rechargeable.
10. Explosive safety:
All electronic and electrical equipment that may be used in potentially explosive environments must be intrinsically safe.
1. Equipment procured by the OPCW will be required to operate efficiently in different geographical regions under a variety of environmental conditions and after transport to inspection sites. Transportation may occur by commercial aircraft, military aircraft (fixed or rotary wing), military or commercial cargo truck, or a combination of these.
2. Instrument manufacturers must provide the OPCW with the suitable test results to demonstrate the capability of equipment to survive these operational and transportation environments.
3. Inspection equipment will be required to meet operational performance criteria over a temperature range of temperatures from -25deg.C to 45deg.C and at relative humidity up to 95% (non-condensing). If a specific equipment item does not operate within the range 5 - 10% relative humidity, this should be made explicit.
4. Unless otherwise specified, inspection equipment will be required to meet operational performance criteria after undergoing the following simulated transportation test regimes:
(a) a vibration test equivalent to 400 km of transport as secured cargo in transport configuration in a military cargo truck;
(b) a low pressure test, in transport configuration, simulating an ascent rate of 7.6 m/s to an altitude of 4,600 meters and a temperature of 5deg.C (simulates a typical military cargo aircraft flight profile);
(c) a low pressure test, in transport configuration, simulating an ascent rate of 4.1 m/s to an altitude of 11,700 meters and a temperature of -50deg.C (simulates a commercial aircraft flight profile);
(d) a drop, in transport configuration, of 0.3 m onto a hard, flat surface (simulates a fall from a dolly or fork lift);
(e) in transport configuration, a test simulating exposure to a rainfall of 4 cm/hr at a wind velocity of 18 m/s;
(f) in transport configuration, a test simulating exposure to 0.177 g/m3 of sand blowing at a wind velocity of 18 m/s;
(g) in operational configuration, a test simulating exposure to a temperature shock created by rapid movement from 25deg.C to -25deg.C; and
(h) in operational configuration, a test simulating exposure to an energy deposit for a luminous flux of 1100 W/m2 during 6 hours.
5. The equipment must meet international and State Party requirements for packaging and transport (i.e. must comply with IATA regulations).
6. All equipment shall be provided with detailed documentation containing as a minimum the following information:
(a) description of the equipment to include accessories and attached spare parts;
(b) description of the main sub-elements of the equipment;
(c) user manual;
(d) maintenance and repair manual; and
(e) warning for hazards associated with the use of the equipment.
7. All documentation shall be provided in at least one of the official languages of the OPCW. Several official languages would be preferable.
1. Chemical Protective Clothing
1.1 Purpose:
To provide protection against splash from common industrial chemicals (e.g. acids, alkalis and solvents).
1.2 Operational features:
Easy and quick to put on and take off.
Must minimise physiological stress on a wearer conducting inspection activities.
1.3 Specifications:
Must resist common industrial chemicals.
Must resist snags, tears, and punctures.
Must be available in an adequate number of sizes.
Must be reusable (e.g. butyl rubber apron and boots).
2.1 Purpose:
To provide body protection against chemical weapons in bulk liquid or solid form and against vapour in high or unknown concentrations.
2.2 Operational features:
Must, consistent with its purpose, minimise physiological stress while conducting inspection activities.
Must be comfortable to wear.
2.3 Specifications:
Must provide at least 5 hours' resistance time to droplets of mustard.
Must resist snags, tears and punctures.
Must be supplied as a set of suit, boots and gloves to comprise an impermeable system.
Must be capable of being worn over self-contained breathing apparatus or must be equipped to accommodate an air supply system.
Must be supplied with a system integrity check kit.
Must be provided with filtered ambient air cooling.
2(a).1 Purpose:
To be used for simulating impermeable suits during training of inspectors.
2(a).2 Specifications:
Same features as for impermeable suit but with lower chemical resistance.
3.1 Purpose:
To act as a lightweight working garment for inspectors which can be worn alone or under protective clothing.
3.2 Operational features:
When worn alone, must not allow the build up of static electricity.
Easy and quick to put on and take off.
3.3 Specifications:
Easy to clean.
Available in an adequate number of sizes.
Fitted cuffs.
No metal parts.
4.1 Purpose:
To provide one-time protection against minor chemical splashes.
4.2 Operational features:
Easy and quick to put on and take off.
4.3 Specifications:
Lightweight and comfortable.
Must resist snags, tears and punctures.
Resistant to alkali, acid, and common organic solvents splashes.
Available in an adequate number of sizes.
5.1 Purpose:
To enable inspectors to work without heat-stress in high temperature environments.
5.2 Operational features:
Gradual degradation.
5.3 Specifications:
Shape to conform to that of body, should stay in position and permit comfortable bending and lifting.
Designed to provide cooling for at least 2 hours.
Minimal weight consistent with purpose.
6.1 Purpose:
To enable inspectors to work in low temperature environment.
6.2 Specifications:
Lightweight and wind resistant.
Suitable for use in temperatures down to -40[[ordmasculine]] C.
Include hat, jacket, gloves, trousers, boots and thermal underwear.
Foot Protection:
7.1 Purpose:
To provide protection against common industrial chemicals (e.g. acids, alkalis and solvents).
7.2 Operational features:
To fit over normal boots or shoes.
Easy and quick to put on and take off.
7.3 Specifications:
Lightweight and comfortable material.
Must have a non-slip sole.
The working life must at least be 4 hours or for at least 1 km walked.
Must resist chemical penetration for 4 hours.
8.1 Purpose:
To provide physical protection to inspector's feet during inspections.
8.2 Operational features:
Provide protection against sharp objects such as nails.
Provide protection against falling objects.
8.3 Specifications:
Must comply with standard [ANSI Z41-1991] or equivalent.
Must be available in an adequate number of sizes.
Medical Equipment:
9.1 Purpose:
To provide a personal dressing kit for each inspector.
9.2 Operational features:
Must provide the means for simple dressing of minor injuries.
9.3 Specifications:
A compact, rugged, weather-resistant case.
Contents:
Solution, cetrimide 0.5%
Bandage, triangular calico, unbleached x 1
bandage, gauze, 10 cm
bandage, gauze, 5 cm
pre-cut sterile adhesive strips
cotton wool absorbent
dressing, wound, sterile
adhesive tape, surgical, non-elastic
safety pins, packet x 1
10.1 Purpose:
· [[Tau]]o provide medical treatment to inspection team personnel.
10.2 Operational features:
provide means for medical treatment for inspection team personnel by a physician or paramedic, appropriate to the situation.
10.3 Specifications:
The kit consists of soft, weather resistant, but durable packs with pouches to contain medications and other necessary supplies. The kit may consist of a number of modules.
Each module, when full, should be able to be carried by one person without difficulty.
The kit must allow for the packing of its contents without breakage.
10.4 Contents:
The kit must have provision to contain the items listed below in compartments. Many of these items have a limited shelf-life and would be acquired separately as consumable medical supplies. The medications listed here are indicative, the exact choice being up to the physicians concerned. They are listed here only to give indication of the size of compartments needed.
Medications:
· a narcotic analgesic, (in sufficient quantity for 2 days)
· adrenaline, 1 in 10,000, 5 ampoules
· atropine sulphate, 5 ampoules
· calcium chloride, 5 ampoules
· isoprenaline hydrochloride, 5 ampoules
· promethazine hydrochloride, 5 ampoules
· competitive muscle relaxant, 5 ampoules
· water for injection, 10 ampoules
· frusemide, 5 ampoules
· diazepam, 10mg, 5 ampoules
· lignocaine hydrochloride, 5 x 20 ml vials
· ketamine, 5 ampoules
· sodium bicarbonate, 50ml bottles, 5
· propranolol, 5 ampoules
· ranitidine tablets, 1 packet
ranitidine, 5 ampoules
· nitroglycerin tablets, sublingual, 1 bottle
· phenytoin, 5 ampoules
· cough linctus, 2 bottles
· acetic acid, ear drops, 2 bottles
· nifedipine, 5 ampoules
· salbutamol puffers, 2
salbutamol, 5 ampoules
· miconazole pessaries, 1 packet
· amoxicillin and clavulinic acid, 5 vials
· normal saline, 1 litre, 10 soft packs
· ibuprofen tablets, 3 bottles
· ciprofloxacin tablets, 500mg, 5 bottles
· bretyllium, 5 ampoules
· verapamil, 5 ampoules
· metronidazole tablets, 2 bottles
metronidazole, 5 ampoules
· hydrocortisone for injection, 3 vials
· aminophylline, 5 ampoules
· quinine sulphate, 5 ampoules
· mebendazole, 1 packet
· antivenoms (depending on region)
digoxin, 5 ampoules
laxative, 1 packet
hypertonic salt solution mixed with plasma expander, 2 vials
dextrose for injection, 50 %, 1 bottle
naloxone, 1 ampoule
heparin, 5 ampoules
Other items:
· alcohol swabs, 1 box
· lubricant, surgical 1 tube
· sphygmomanometer, anaeroid, 1
· forceps, haemostatic, 2
· holder, suture needle, 1
· needles, hypodermic, 18 gauge, 10
· needles, hypodermic, 23 gauge, 10
· syringes, 5ml, x 10
· syringes, 10ml, x 5
· syringes, 20ml, x 5
· gloves, surgeon's, appropriate to attendant's hand size, 5 pairs
disposable gloves, 1 packet, appropriate to attendant's size
· chest trocar, medium size, 1, with drainage & suction apparatus
· scalpel, x 2
· scalpel blades, x 10
· intravenous infusion sets, x3
surgical scissors, 1 pair
· suture sets, x 2
· blood recipient sets, x 1
· cotton buds, 1 packet
· tourniquet, non-pneumatic, x2
· connector, swivel, anaesthetic, x 1
· intravenous catheters, 16 gauge, x 5
· intravenous catheters, 18 gauge, x 5
· intravenous catheters, 20 gauge, x 5
· resuscitator, hand operated, with oxygen cylinder, x 1
· endotrachaeal tubes, 2 each of sizes 7.5, 8, 8.5, 9, 9.5
· tube, blood collecting, vacuum, x 30
· blood collecting needles, vacuum system, x 30
· blood collecting cartridges, vacuum system, x 2
· mask, bag valve, x 1
· respirator, air driven, compact, x 1
· sucker, hand operated, x 1
· stethoscope, x 1
· scalp vein sets, 21 & 23 gauge, x 5 each
· combined auroscope & opthalmoscope, battery operated, x 1
· tongue depressors, wooden, x 20
a bag for biological waste, x1
· forceps, tissue, 1 pair
· defibrillator
· rechargeable battery (at least 5 hours' capacity)
· battery charger
· cardioscope display
· output energy in steps to 360 joules
· synchronised defibrillator (to patient's R wave)
external pacing capability
11.1 Purpose:
To provide initial medical treatment in case of chemical weapons casualties.
11.2 Operational features:
Must provide the means of prophylaxis and treatment for nerve agents casualties, and treatment of vesicant, cyanide, and incapacitant casualties.
11.3 Specifications:
The kit consists of a soft, weather resistant, but durable pack with pouches to contain antidotes and other necessary supplies.
The kit must allow for the packing of its contents without breakage.
The kit, when full, should be able to be carried by one person without difficulty.
11.4 Contents:
The kit must have provision to contain the items in compartments. The medications listed below are given only as an example to show the size needed for the compartments and should not be understood to represent OPCW treatment protocols in any way. The list of actual antidotes which will be used will be developed in another forum.
Nerve Agent Compartment:
Autoinjectors (Obidoxime x3, HI6 x3 and atropine)
Benactazine, 5 ampoules
Diazepam ampoules, x 50
HI6 bottles, x3
Obidoxime, bottles, x3
Atropine sulphate injection, bottles, x10, ampoules, x20
Homatropine sulphate eye drops, bottles, x2
Pyridostigmine bromide tablets, packs, x 10
Vesicant Compartment:
Dimercaprol injection, ampoules, x10
Dimercaprol eye drops, 1 bottle
Reactive skin decontaminant, tubes, x 15
Charcoal tablets, large bottle, x1
Sodium thiosulphate, bottles, x4
Silver sulphadiazine cream
Cyanide Compartment:
Sodium thiosulphate, bottles, x8
Dicobalt edetate, large ampoules, x8
Glucose for injection, large ampoules, x8
Cycanocobalamin, 5 ampoules
Incapacitant Compartment:
Physostigmine for injection, ampoules, x5
7 methoxy-tacrine, 5 ampoules
General Compartment:
Syringes, 20ml x 5, 10ml x 10, 5ml x 20, 2ml x 25
Alcohol swabs, box, x1
Clip board with treatment record and pen, x1
Tourniquets, x2
A container for used sharp items, x1 (add to other kit)
A bag for biological waste, x1
12.1 Purpose:
To monitor a casualty's vital signs in a situation where a medical attendant is carrying out a resuscitation alone.
12.2 Operational features:
the unit must be capable of measuring the following parameters continuously:
blood pressure (systolic and diastolic)
pulse oximetry
pulse rate
skin temperature
core (rectal) temperature
the unit must be capable of displaying an electrocardiographic trace on the same screen.
12.3 Specifications:
the unit must be small, compact and easily portable
the parameters are to be displayed numerically on a single screen
the unit must be capable of showing the trend over time of the measured parameters
the temperature probes and electrodes shall be disposable
the unit must be battery operated with a rechargeable battery and must operate for at least 10 hours before recharging
the unit must also operate under mains power
the unit must be compatible with the defibrillator in the Advanced Treatment Kit
Attachment 5
PC-VIII/B/WP.12, Annex 4
Annex 4
List of Equipment Items and Specifications for the Standard Sampling Kit
Item Solid Bulk Liquid Wipe Other Water Soil Sample Vapour/ Total Items
Sample Bulk Sample Matl. Sample Aerosol
Sample Sample Sample
Bottles - glass, clear, wide mouthed, x x 8
with Teflon lined screw caps, 25 ml
Bottles - glass, clear, wide mouthed, x x 8
with Teflon lined screw caps,100 ml
Bottles - glass, clear, wide mouthed, x x 8
with Teflon lined screw caps, 250 ml
Bottles -glass, narrow mouthed, clear, x 8
Teflon lined screw caps,10 ml
Bottles - glass, narrow mouthed, clear, x 8
Teflon lined screw caps. 250 ml
Evacuated glass container (Vacutainer) x 10
10 ml
Needle x 10
20 G
Needle safety holder x 10
PTFE tubing 16 G x x 50 m
Weights for tubing, Teflon coated x x 10
25 g.
Syringes, glass x x 8
100 ml Stopcock, Luerlock, compatible with 10 G x x 8
tubing
PTFE tubing 10 G x x 50 m
Item Solid Bulk Liquid Wipe Other Water Soil Sample Vapour/ Total Items
Sample Bulk Sample Matl. Sample Aerosol
Sample Sample Sample
On-site sample transport x x x x x x x 1
container-stainless steel, air tight,
with absorbent, compatible with OPCW seals
Test paper packages (chemical agent 1 pkg
detection)
pH (1-14) paper 1 pkg
Spatula - stainless steel, approximately x x x 10
15cm blade
Scoop/trowel, stainless steel, 20 cm blade x x 3
Aluminium foil ~30 cm wide x 1 roll
Mylar bags, heat sealable, 20x30 cm x x 65
Heat sealer, battery operated, capable of x x 2*
sealing 40 cm sheet
Pre-extracted cotton cloth, 10 cm sq. x 10
Hemostat (artery clamp) 20 cm x 5
Locking, telescopic, extension x 1
Alligator clip to fit onto extension x 5
Pump, battery-operated, 2 L/min x 2*
Manifold, 8 tube capacity x 2*
Tubes, Tenax, capable of being fitted x 50
with <2 mm Teflon aerosol filter, with
end caps
Tubes, Carbopak, capable of being fitted x 50
with < 2 mm Teflon aerosol filter, with
end caps
Knife, multi tool 1
Scalpel plus blades 3
Scissors 2
Pliers, needle nose 1
Tweezers, 15 cm 5
Item Solid Bulk Liquid Wipe Other Water Soil Sample Vapour/ Total Items
Sample Bulk Sample Matl. Sample Aerosol
Sample Sample Sample
Safety goggles 2
Gloves 2 pairs
Bar coded labels 12/sheet,
15 sheets
Bar code reader 2*
Tamper-indicating seals 300/roll
Garbage bag, approximately 120 L, 5
chemically resistant
Absorbant wipes, standard 1 box
Bowl - stainless steel, 1 L capacity x 8
Sieve - stainless steel, 1.70 mm mesh, x 8
approximately 10 cm (Dia.)
Permanent marker 2
Packaging tape, 5 cm to 6 cm wide 1 roll
PVC tape, 2 cm wide, various colours 3 rolls
Stiff wire, 20 G 10m
Forms, carbonless, duplicate 2 packs*
Pens 3
Clipboard 1
Hacksaw x 1
Instant camera 1
Films for Instant camera 5 packs
Explosion-proof flashlight 2
Miner's lamp 2
Measuring tape, chemical resistant, 30 m 1
Ruler, plastic, 30 cm. 1
Item Solid Bulk Liquid Wipe Other Water Soil Sample Vapour/ Total Items
Sample Bulk Sample Matl. Sample Aerosol
Sample Sample Sample
Plastic, ground sheet, chemical 10
resistant, 2 m sq.
Forward sampling box, approximately 1
75x30x30 cm (disposable)
Stock box 1
Spare batteries for electrical equipment 1 set
Umbrella, wind resistant 2
*) Duplicated items required because crucial for the completion
of sampling.Attachment 6
PC-VIII/B/WP.2, Attachment 1
ATTACHMENT 1
EQUIPMENT SPECIFICATIONS
FOR INSPECTION EQUIPMENT ESTIMATED TO COST
OVER US$ 50,000
INDEX
General operational requirements for inspection equipment
(PC-VII/B/WP.5)
Common evaluation criteria which apply to all
inspection equipment
Specific operational requirements (PC-VII/B/WP.5)
and technical specifications for inspection equipment items
1. Hand-held detectors
2. GC - MS
3. Non destructive evaluation (NDE) equipment
4. Global positioning system (GPS)
5. Seals
6. Infrared spectrometer
7. Communication equipment
GENERAL OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
FOR INSPECTION EQUIPMENT (PC-VII/B/WP.5)
1. When developing the operational requirements for inspection equipment, the discussion presented in paragraphs 5 and 6 of the Annex to PC-IV/B/WP.7 must be taken into account. Additionally, in view of concerns about confidentiality in certain inspections, the operational considerations listed below may be applicable to a variety of analytical techniques when determining the operational requirements for inspection equipment.
2. The Technical Secretariat must have analytical equipment available whose chemical detection and analysis capabilities range from basic to very sophisticated. This range of capabilities, that may be met in single or multiple instruments, would be incorporated into instruments which would have the following minimum characteristics in addition to those listed in paragraphs 5 and 6 of the Annex to PC-IV/B/WP.7:
(a) a wide dynamic range, sensitivity sufficient to accomplish the purpose of the analysis, and a quick response;
(b) a technique that allows:
(i) the definition of the chemicals relevant to the purpose of the inspection to be detected, identified and, if necessary, measured;
(ii) identification and recording of the detection of chemicals relevant to the purpose of the inspection, but suppression of the indication and recording of the detection of chemicals and other information unrelated to the purpose of the inspection; and
(iii) convertibility to the presence/absence of scheduled chemicals to the extent derived from the capability/reliability of the equipment (hardware and software);
(c) high reliability;
(d) the capability rapidly to confirm 2 (a) and (b) above and 2 (f) below in the field;
(e) a minimum of false indications;
(f) the capacity to suppress information unrelated to the purpose of the inspection;
(g) features to indicate tampering;
(h) the capabilities referred to in 2 (b)(ii), 2 (b)(iii) and 2 (f) above must be verifiable in the inspection at the POE; and
(i) the capacity to allow, if applicable, for the removal of detachable components capable of retaining chemicals or other information gathered at the inspection site.
3. Provided that the requirements for verification are met, and also taking into account the possible application of the equipment for safety purposes, cost-effectiveness will be paramount in deciding about any such equipment.
4. The practical capabilities to ensure the implementation of the requirements in subparagraphs (b)(ii), (b)(iii) and (f) of paragraph 2 above need to be discussed.
5. The minimum capabilities contained in subparagraphs 2 (a) to (i) above are also to be applied, where possible, to inspection equipment other than analytical equipment.
COMMON EVALUATION CRITERIA WHICH APPLY TO ALL INSPECTION EQUIPMENT
1. Equipment procured by the OPCW will be required to operate efficiently in different geographical regions under a variety of environmental conditions and after transport to inspection sites. Transportation may occur by commercial aircraft, military aircraft (fixed or rotary wing), military or commercial cargo truck, or a combination of them.
Instrument manufacturers must provide the OPCW with the suitable test results to demonstrate the capability of equipment to survive these operational and transportation environments.
2. Inspection equipment will be required to meet operational performance criteria over a temperature range of temperatures from -250C to 450C and at relative humidity up to 95% (non-condensing). If a specific equipment item does not operate within the range 5 - 10% relative humidity, this should be made explicit.
Unless otherwise specified, inspection equipment will be required to meet operational performance criteria after undergoing the following simulated transportation test regimes:
(a) a vibration test equivalent to 400 km of transport as secured cargo in transport configuration in a military cargo truck;
(b) a low pressure test, in transport configuration, simulating an ascent rate of 7.6 m/s to an altitude of 4,600 meters and a temperature of 50C; (simulates a typical military cargo aircraft flight profile);
(c) a low pressure test, in transport configuration, simulating an ascent rate of 4.1 m/s to an altitude of 11,700 meters and a temperature of-500C ; (simulates a commercial aircraft flight profile);
(d) a drop, in transport configuration, of 0.3 m onto a hard, flat surface; (simulates a fall from a dolly or fork lift);
(e) in transport configuration, a test simulating exposure to a rainfall of 4 cm/hr at a wind velocity of 18 m/s;
(f) in transport configuration, a test simulating exposure to 0.177 gm/m3 of sand blowing at a wind velocity of 18 m/s;
(g) in operational configuration, a test simulating exposure to a temperature shock created by rapid movement from 250C to -250C; and
(h) in operational configuration, a test simulating exposure to an energy deposit for a luminous flux of 1100 W/m2 during 6 hours.
3. The equipment must meet international and State Party requirements for packaging and transport.
4. All equipment shall be provided with detailed documentation containing as a minimum the following information:
(a) description of the equipment to include accessories and attached spare parts;
(b) description of the main sub-elements of the equipment;
(c) user manual;
(d) maintenance and repair manual; and
(e) warning from hazards associated with the use of the equipment.
All documentation shall be provided in at least one of the official languages of the OPCW, although several official languages would be preferable.
SPECIFIC OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS (PC-VII/B/WP.5)
AND TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FOR
INSPECTION EQUIPMENT ITEMS
1. HAND-HELD DETECTORS
1.1 Specific operational requirements
1.1.1 Hand-held detectors (HHD) are generally designed to monitor the safety of inspectors and shall be subject to health and safety policy. If HHDs are used for verification purposes, they must comply with the characteristics and limitations for approved inspection equipment relevant to the purpose of the inspection. As verification equipment, HHDs must:
(a) be able to detect broad categories of chemicals relevant to the purpose of the inspection with a minimum of false indications;
(b) have a dose-related short response time;
(c) have a short set-up time;
(d) be operable by inspectors in full chemical protective gear;
(e) be easily decontaminated;
(f) be either hand-held or shoulder-slung to allow the operator to perform functions other than transport;
(g) be battery operable for the duration of the inspection;
(h) meet the safety requirements for the area of operation;
(i) be operable independently of inspection site support for the duration of the inspection;
(j) not allow data storage;
(k) be ruggedised for transportation and field operation;
(l) be secure against possible tampering; and
(m) be operable over the range of temperatures expected during all inspections.
1.2. Technical specifications
1.2.1 Physical features
(a) The hand-held detector (HHD) must have a mass of less than 5 kg including the carrying case and supplies for 16 hours of continuous operation. It would be desirable that it is considerably lighter than 5 kg. When designed to be carried on a shoulder strap it may have a mass of up to 10 kg.
(b) The maximum length including overpack must be less than 1.2m in any dimension.
(c) The hand-held instrument must have a volume of less than 5 cubic decimetres with no single dimension exceeding 0.5 m. The instrument carried on a shoulder strap must have a volume of less than 10 cubic decimetres.
(d) The HHD must be powered by battery or external power link (AC or DC). The battery must last for more than 8 hours of continuous operation at 20oC. An overpack must be supplied with the transport appliances.
(e) The HHD must withstand storage temperatures from -30oC. to 65oC.
1.2.2 Operational features
(a) The HHD must be capable of being set up by one person and of warming up within less than 30 minutes at an ambient temperature of 20oC.
(b) The HHD must be capable for field calibration with simulants.
(c) The HHD must be operable by one person after 2 hours of instruction. Easy-to-follow operating instructions must accompany the HHD. Detailed technical documentation must be supplied with the HHD.
(d) Changing any supplies must not cause an interruption of the operation of the HHD according to specifications of no more than 5 minutes at 20oC. The settings of the instrument must be retained during change.
(e) The HHD must be capable of running a continuous self-test indicating low battery or other malfunctions. Low battery must trigger an audible and/or visible alarm clearly different from the alarm triggered at the detection of IDLH (immediate danger for life and health) levels of agents.
(f) The HHD must be one-hand-held or shoulder-slung.
(g) The HHD must be operable in full protective gear.
(h) The HHD must be capable of safe operation in a chemical environment with fused, bustered and propellant-filled munitions and containers. Electromagnetic and ionising radiation must present no hazard. Flame source gas must present no hazard. The HHD must be capable for safe use in an explosive environment.
(i) All parts of the instrument must allow their easy decontamination. If decontamination is not possible, the contaminated parts, such as seals, alumina, silica, or tenax etc. must allow their easy removal and destruction in accordance with safety and environmental protection requirements.
1.2.3 Detection
(a) The HHD must be able to detect one or a combination of the following classes of compounds:
- organophosphorus compounds to include GA, GB, GD and VX,
- organosulfur compounds to include sulphur mustard, compounds containing sulfur and a halogen or nitrogen and a halogen to include nitrogen mustards, and
- organic compounds containing arsenic to include lewisites, including all chemical warfare agents.
(b) It is desirable to detect the largest possible combination of such classes of compounds without unduly compromising the false-positive detection rate.
(c) The HHD must have a near zero false negative and minimum false positive detection, by dust and vapours of other chemical compounds.
(d) The HHD must be specific for the classes of compounds enumerated above.
(e) The HHD must detect with the following sensitivities and response times (immediate danger to life or health (IDLH)):
- G agents: 5 mg secs/m3 in no more than 5 seconds.
- V agents: 5 mg secs/m3 in no more than 5 seconds.
- H agents: 50 mg secs/m3 in no more than 5 seconds.
- L agents: 50 mg secs/m3 in no more than 5 seconds.
(f) The HHD should detect with the following sensitivities and response times (time-weighted average (TWA)):
- G agents: 2.4 mg secs/m3 in no more than 120 seconds.
- V agents: 0.6 mg secs/m3 in no more than 120 seconds.
- H agents: 24 mg secs/m3 in no more than 120 seconds.
- L agents: 24 mg secs/m3 in no more than 120 seconds.
(g) If capable of detecting chemicals in liquid form, the HHD must detect the compounds in liquid form with the following desorption speed:
- G and V agents: 10 ug/cm2 in 15 minutes
- H agents: 80 ug/ cm2 in 15 minutes
(h) The HHD must give an audible and visual alarm at the detection of a chemical agent at the immediate danger to life and health (IDLH) level.
(i) The HHD must indicate chemical agent concentrations relative to the IDLH level. The display must be clearly visible day and night.
(j) Clear down time: the HHD must operate according to specifications no more than 10 minutes (preferably no more than 2 minutes) after operating at maximum alarm levels of chemical agents.
(k) The HHD must be able to operate according to specifications no more than 30 minutes after heavy chemical overload of any kind.
1.2.4 Data and software systems
(a) The HHD must have effective security features against tampering or at the very least tamper-indicating devices.
(b) The HHD must not allow any form of data storage except that it may, for safety reasons, have an option to produce hard copies or be interfaced to a printer with standard data format.
2. GC - MS
2.1 Specific operational requirements
2.1.1 The portable GC-MS to be used for on-site inspections must provide, subject to the general operational requirements for inspection equipment, the capability for detection and identification of chemical compounds.
2.1.2 The portable GC-MS must:
(a) be capable of analysing compounds relevant to the Convention;
(b) be equipped with a variety of sample introduction techniques;
(c) contain data comparison libraries that are limited to chemicals relevant to the Convention;
(d) be configured such that data acquisition, storage and library comparison hardware and software are independent of and separable from the instrument controller hardware and software. All data in non-volatile memory must be retainable at the inspected site under joint custody of the Technical Secretariat (TS) and the inspected State Party;
(e) have sensitivity sufficient to identify materials in the aliquot introduced into the instrument;
(f) be operable in a variety of modes to minimise intrusion;
(g) have sufficient chromatographic resolution to distinguish target materials from background and interfering chemicals;
(h) be temperature programmable;
(i) have sufficient resolution and mass range to detect volatile samples relevant to the Convention;
(j) meet the safety requirements of the environment in which it is to
operate;
(k) be ruggedised and modularised for transportation with modules that can be carried by two persons;
(l) minimise requirements for high pressure gases, electrical power and vacuum pumping;
(m) have a short repeat analysis time;
(n) be operable by one person;
(o) be operable independently of inspection site support for the duration of the inspection;
(p) be operable over the range of temperatures expected during all inspections; and
(q) be capable of complete decontamination where necessary.
2.2 Technical specifications
2.2.1 Physical features
(a) Weight: maximum weight per module is 70 kg including overpacks (less than 35 kg is desirable).
(b) Size: maximum length in any dimension will be 1.2m, including overpack.
(c) Power requirement: operable with 50-60 Hz, 100/240 (+/- 10%) VAC line with step voltage capability:
- should draw a maximum power of 4 KW;
- must be operable from portable power supplies; and
- must be equipped with voltage surge protection.
(d) Overpack: must be provided with transport appliances.
2.2.2 Operational features
(a) System must be capable of being set up and ready for operation (unpack, assemble and calibrate) in a time not to exceed 3 hours - preferably 60 minutes.
(b) System must be operable by one person.
(c) System must be capable of being set-up by no more than two people.
(d) System must be capable of continuous operation for a period of 24 hours:
- a warm-up time not to exceed one hour;
- being dismantled and repackaged for transport in no longer than 2 hours.
(e) System must be capable of operation in temperature extremes from 0oC to 45oC.
2.2.3 Technical specifications - mass spectrometer
(a) Ion source: 50 to 100 eV, EI with 70 eV EI desirable. The incorporation of other ion sources, such as CI, is desirable;
(b) Mass range: hardware must be capable of a mass range from 10 to 500 Da. Greater mass ranges are desirable;
- the mass range utilised in any given inspection will be controlled by software.
(c) Accuracy resolution: unit mass resolution over the entire mass range; a mass accuracy of 0.3 Da over the entire mass range, and a maximum drift of 0.1 Da under continuous power over 8 hours.
(d) Scan rate: variable and up to 2000 Da/s minimum.
(e) Linear dynamic range: relative signal intensity linear over 4 decades as a minimum.
(f) Sensitivity: A GC-MS sensitivity for 1 ng of methyl stearate, measured at m/z 298 in the reconstructed ion chromatogram, must have a S/N ratio 10:1 when scanning at a full range (10-500 Da) at a scanning speed of at least 500 Da/sec.
- sensitivity as specified: sensitivity utilised in any given inspection will be controlled by software.
(g) The instruments will be measured against the following evaluation criteria:
- FSM: By injecting into the GC 50 ng (desired: 1 ng) of Soman or VX, a S/N 10:1 should be obtained at m/z 99 and 114, respectively, during full scanning over the entire mass range (10-500 Da) at a scanning speed of at least 500 Da/sec.
- SIM: By injecting into the GC 5 ng (desired: 100 pg) of Soman or VX, a S/N 10:1 should be obtained.
(h) The system must feature an automatic auto-tune/auto-calibrate routine with an internal standard.
(i) The system must have self-protection features to prevent damage due to malfunction of the various modules as for instance: source pressure indicator, source current, electron multiplier current, power failure and filament damage. These safety measures must be triggered automatically.
(j) The system must have a source that is replaceable in the field to resume operation in less than 30 minutes.
(k) The system must be capable of maintaining a pressure of 3.5x10-4 kPa(5x10-5 Torr) in the ion source at specified GC flow rates.
(l) Additional inlet systems for the MS for more direct sample introduction, to replace the GC inlet, is a required feature for volatilised samples.
(m) The sample inlet must allow heating up to 250oC .
2.2.4 Technical specifications - gas chromatograph
(a) The system must be capable of programmable operation (linear ramps with a maximum rate of no less than 15oC per minute) from ambient +20oC to 300oC with an accuracy of 0.5 K per minute.
(b) The system must be capable of isothermal operation.
(c) The system must have a regulated, reproducible and adjustable carrier gas flow rate of 0.2 to 2.5 ml/min. with an accuracy of +/- 1%.
(d) The system should be capable of multiple sample introduction modes:
- liquid samples will be introduced via an injection port equipped with a split/split-less mode using volumes in the range 0.1 to 2 ul; and
- for analysis of volatile chemicals, a concentrator/desorber system will be needed.
(e) The system must have a cooling rate from 300oC to ambient temperature (plus 20oC) and must attain a stable temperature in no more than 15 min.
(f) The system must be capable of accepting capillary columns differing in length and up to 25 metres as a minimum, with a capability to 50 metres being desirable.
2.2.5 Data and software systems
(a) The software system must allow for specific adjustment of the GC-MS capability as required for use in individual inspections and as regulated by the Technical Secretariat. Such adjustment of capability will involve, inter alia:
- provision for the convertibility of MS output to display only the presence/absence of chemicals relevant to the aims of specified inspections, e.g. scheduled chemicals at industrial facilities, with a minimum of false indications,
sensitivity,
mass range, and
reference date base.
(b) Each inspection-specific software program will be part of the system that will receive independent certification from the TS. If complementary measures have been used for the adjustment of capability, they must also be certified by the TS with relation to security and are subject to inspection/verification by States Parties.
2.2.6 Specific features of software system
The system must be capable of incorporating mass spectra from the OPCW analytical database in a format agreed to by the Task Force on Analytical Databases.
2.2.7 Instrument operator training system
(a) Training software for instrument operations must be provided for data acquisition and data manipulation. It must operate independently of the analytical instrument.
(b) All data manipulation software must be fully capable of processing the same types of data as those collected using the analytical instrument.
(c) The training software must have simulates data acquisition modes with realistic examples of instrument control, instrument parameter display and data display.
2.2.8 Computer system
(a) Instrument control - instrument control should be performed by a dedicated processor.
(b) Data acquisition - data acquisition and data transfer should be performed by a dedicated processor. No hidden data storage hardware or software may be possible. Electronic boards should be individually replaceable.
(c) Data analysis - a portable computer with a detachable hard disk.
(d) The software and hardware used for the instrument control, data acquisition, data transfer and data analysis should be in a form easily checked and compared with the verified original software package.
2.2.9 Data analysis
(a) Allow automatic, present/absent indication of the scheduled chemicals with the following levels of false indications:
- On a data set, supplied by the PTS, obtained from 10 samples (air, water, and soil, etc.) taken under simulated inspection conditions, no more than one false positive and/or one false negative shall be allowed. This data set should be developed by a task force prior to issuing the RFP. The composition of the samples should be at challenging levels with a realistic background:
- the tests for false indication rates should be carried out with a library of mass spectra containing at least 500 mass spectra of compounds relevant to the CWC and available to the PTS on digital format;
- failure to identify peaks in the total ion chromatogram with a S/N ratio of less than 10:1 will not be counted in the false negative rate. Indications on compounds chemically related to the spiked compounds will not be considered as false positives when correlation with library mass spectra is > 0.8 for all mass intensities greater than 10% of largest peak .
(b) Mass spectra library - have a capability of limitation to compounds relevant to the aims of the inspection.
(c) QA - have features to pass a QA procedure to check the integrity and functionality of the system. Also a QA of functionality during data collection should be available.
(d) Deconvolution - has provision to allow isolation of target compound from coeluting compounds.
(e) The target library should allow for the retention (time/index) information of the target chemicals measured by the same GC/MS at the same operating conditions.
(f) Anti tampering: provisions to prevent and detect unauthorised changes in system configuration (e.g. replacement of computer components), and unauthorised changes to operational software, are desired.
3. NON DESTRUCTIVE EVALUATION (NDE) EQUIPMENT
3.1 Specific operational requirements
Non-destructive evaluation (NDE) equipment must be able to explore the contents of closed vessels without the necessity of obtaining a material sample.
(a) General Requirements. It must:
- be ruggedised for transportation and field operation;
- meet all safety requirements for its intended area of operation;
- equipment, in transportation configuration, must be rugged enough to withstands rigors of transport by aircraft and wheeled vehicles;
- must meet international and State Party requirements for packaging and transport;
- must be capable of safe operation in a chemical and explosive environment with fused, bustered, propellant-filled munitions and containers. Electromagnetic and ionising radiation must present no hazard;
- be capable to be broken down into modules that can be carried by two persons;
- be configured such that data acquisition, storage and library comparison hardware and software are independent of and separable from the instrument controller hardware and software. All data in the non-volatile memory must be retainable at the inspected site under the joint custody of the Technical Secretariat and the inspected State Party, when appropriate;
- be designed for rapid screening of items;
- be capable of examining the contents of containers;
- have an automatic data recognition and decision algorithm, when applicable;
- have displays that are readable in direct sunlight and in the dimmed light;
- be operable over the range of temperatures expected during all inspections;
- be operable by inspectors in full chemical protective gear;
- be able to discriminate between the contents of like items; and
- be operable by no more than 2 persons.
(b) Specific requirements for Acoustic NDE Equipment
It must:
- be able to discriminate between solid and liquid-filled munitions with an acceptable degree of confidence;
- be able to determine the fill level of a container;
- have power requirements consistent with battery operation;
- in the event of chemical contamination, contaminated parts must be capable of being decontaminated or disposed of in accordance with environmental and safety requirements.
(b.1) Specific requirements for Ultrasonic Pulse Echo (UPE)
- must be able to sort like items by comparison of sound propagation time with an acceptable degree of confidence;
- under normal operating conditions, must be able to determine the liquid fill level of a container;
- can be carried and operated by one person.
(b.2) Specific requirements for Acoustic Resonance Spectroscopy (ARS)
The equipment:
- must be able to sort like items by comparison of acoustic spectra with an acceptable degree of confidence;
- can be carried and operated by one person;
(c) Specific Requirements (Neutron Interrogation (NI) Methods)
It must:
- have levels of emitted radiation such that shielding is not required to limit exposure to safe levels at a reasonable stand-off;
- be capable of detecting chemical elements and/or ratios of chemical elements in chemicals related to the Convention;
- be designed to minimise the need for cryogenic cooling;
- not induce secondary radiation the nature and level of which are incompatible with national and local health and safety regulations.
(d) Specific requirements for X-ray Equipment
The Group could not reach agreement on the use of X-ray equipment, and the issue will be reviewed during discussions on equipment procedures.
3.2 Technical specifications
3.2.1 Functional specifications for ULTRASONIC PULSE-ECHO (NDE) equipment
The following functional specifications describe the minimum requirements necessary for equipment designed to interrogate closed containers with acoustic pulses to obtain information about the contents.
3.2.1.1 Performance
Must be able to determine the liquid fill level of a container, independent of the container's characteristics or material, to within plus or minus 2% in relation to the long axis of the container.
3.2.1.2 Transport
Must be transportable, weighing no more than 10 kg.
3.2.1.3 Operational environment
(a) Must be battery operated for an uninterrupted period of at least 2 hours.
(b) Operational reliability should be at least 500 hours mean time between failure.
(c) Must be capable of being set up within 15 minutes.
(d) Measurement time to evaluate items should not exceed 10 minutes.
(e) Must be configured to allow for evaluation of individual items, items on pallets, and items on stacked pallets.
(f) Data must be displayed in near-real time.
(g) Must discriminate signal from ambient acoustic/vibration levels in industrial facilities.
3.2.2 Functional specifications for ACOUSTIC RESONANCE SPECTROSCOPY (ARS) NDE equipment
The following functional specifications describe the minimum requirements necessary for equipment designed to interrogate closed containers with acoustic resonance to obtain information about the contents.
3.2.2.1 Performance
(a) Must be able to discriminate between solid-filled and liquid-filled munitions at a confidence level of at least 95%.
(b) Must be able to sort like items by comparison of acoustic spectra at a confidence level of at least 95%.
3.2.2.2 Transport
(a) Must be transportable, weighing no more than 20 kg.
3.2.2.3