PC-VIII/B/WP.2

Preparatory Commission for

the Organisation for the Prohibition

of Chemical Weapons

PC-VIII/B/WP.2

15 July 1994

Original: ENGLISH

Eighth Session

(26 - 30 September 1994)

EXPERT GROUP ON INSPECTION PROCEDURES

THIRD REPORT

1. Introduction

1.1 In accordance with the Plan of Activities for Expert Groups under Working Group B approved by the Commission at its Seventh Session and contained in the Annex to the Report of the Commission (PC-VII/8) the Expert Group on Inspection Procedures met in The Hague from 11 - 15 July 1994 to continue its work.

1.2 Mr. Sergei Kisselev of the Russian Federation served as Chairman of the Group. He was assisted by Dr. Henk Boter, who served as a Friend of the Chair on equipment issues.

1.3 The work of the Group was facilitated by non-papers submitted by the delegations of France, the Russian Federation and the United States of America, a working paper submitted by the delegation of Israel as well as by material tabled by the Secretariat.

2. Tasks of the Group

2.1 The Group was assigned the following priority tasks by the Commission to be addressed during this meeting:

(a) review technical specifications for all items of inspection equipment;

(b) develop special provisions for the designation of specific types of equipment for specific types of inspections;

(c) consider proposals concerning verification-related equipment contained in the draft 1995 Budget reviewed by the Secretariat in particular with regard to the proposed quantities of items to be purchased, any proposed new types of equipment and the proposed timing of procurement;

(d) finalise work on the procedures for the inspection of equipment at the point of entry;

(e) develop all other necessary procedures related to the use of equipment in the course of an inspection, including the possible retention of equipment in the inspected State Party;

(f) develop a common understanding on the term "particular type of inspection" and the possible equipment-related consequences of the application of this term; and

(g) review the opinion of the Legal Adviser on the relationship between paragraph 11 of Part II of the Verification Annex and Article 36 of the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations in regard to approved equipment carried by the inspection team.

2.2 The Chairman recommended that the Group focus its deliberations on these items. In relation to subparagraph 2.1 (a) above, however, it was the intention that, at this meeting, the Group should only consider and agree on the technical specifications for those items of equipment which the Task Force has already reached agreement.

2.3 The remaining tasks given to the Group by the Commission were:

(a) Further elaborate administrative procedures for the conduct of inspections, including the issue of non-scheduled aircraft and of communication procedures;

(b) Review the compilation of recommended procedures for acquiring and preparing samples along with the details on equipment items needed to implement those procedures;

(c) Address the number, level of training and any pre-qualification of inspector-analysts who would be required to implement the procedures referred to in subparagraph 2.3 (b) above;

(d) Consider inspection-related aspects of the draft OPCW media policy and make recommendations for its improvement, if necessary (this item will be the subject of informal consultations scheduled for 3 August 1994);

(e) Consider sampling and analytical aspects of the conduct of investigations of alleged use;

(f) Address the status of "experts" in the context of investigations of alleged use in regard to privileges and immunities;

(g) Consider the Secretariat's recommendations defining further the global requirements and full scope of activities to be encompassed by the Quality Assurance (QA) programme and Quality Control (QC) system that will be implemented by the Organisation and an estimate of the financial implications for the Organisation of implementing a QA programme that includes QA as well as QC objectives; and

(h) Develop sampling procedures and procedures for on-site and off-site analysis, including sampling and analysis for Schedule 1 chemicals.

3. Technical specifications for inspection equipment

3.1 The Group received the report from the Specialist Task Force on Inspection Equipment Issues which included draft technical specifications for certain types of equipment. It discussed this report and agreed, subject to the conditions set out in paragraphs 3.2 and 3.3 below, to adopt these specifications.

3.2 The Group agreed that Appendix 1 of PC-IV/B/WP.7, entitled "Equipment for Inspections and Investigations", and the tables contained therein, address the task of developing "special provisions for the designation of specific types of equipment for specific types of inspections", with the following additions:

(a) the NDE equipment (equipment for ultrasonic pulse echo, acoustic resonance spectroscopy and neutron interrogation) will be primarily for use in inspections of CW munitions and chemicals relevant to the Convention in containers when NDE techniques are more suitable for inspection of stored chemicals;

(b) the portable neutron interrogation equipment may also be used to check for the "presence/absence" in sealed containers of the elements phosphorus, sulphur, arsenic, nitrogen and chlorine, and, to the extent possible, the elements of carbon, hydrogen, fluorine, bromine and iodine and the ratios of all these elements. Special software is required to process and display the prompt photon energies relating to these elements;

(c) infrared techniques are for use during inspections of, inter alia, CW storage, CW destruction and old and/or abandoned chemical weapons. Any other use is likely to require software to allow a "present/absent" type of response to meet confidentiality concerns of the inspected State Party;

(d) inspection equipment or parts of inspection equipment, listed as approved equipment, designed to collect information during the course of inspection shall provide for the inspected State Party the capability of taking note of information collected. Such requirement will not apply to system software or other OPCW data storage provided they are located on a ROM or on a medium that prevents storage of information, and is sealed and certified by the Technical Secretariat. This requirement shall neither be interpreted as a right of the inspected State Party to prevent collection and storage of information except in cases duly identified by the Convention or OPCW regulations nor as a right of the inspected State Party to prevent or otherwise impair the right of the inspection team to report such information. This requirement shall not be interpreted as impairing the inviolability as referred to in subparagraphs 11 (c) and (d) of Part II of the Verification Annex.

3.3 The Secretariat should use the provisions in paragraph 3.2 above as guidelines in procuring equipment, preparing equipment documentation and, to the extent possible, when planning for future inspections. For the consideration of this Group, the Secretariat is requested to update the list of equipment mentioned in paragraph 3.2 above, using PC-VIII/B/WP.1. with the view to developing the draft list of approved equipment mentioned in paragraph 27 of Part II of the Verification Annex. This list should give indications on the specific types of equipment for the particular types of inspections, from which the Technical Secretariat, in accordance with paragraph 28 of Part II of the Verification Annex, will, to the extent possible, select that equipment which is specifically designed for the specific kind of inspection required.

3.4 The approved technical specifications are contained in Attachment 1 to this Report.

3.5 The Group approved the recommendations of the Specialist Task Force to:

(a) appoint a Specialist Task Force to develop, at a meeting to be held on 9 September 1994, a GC-MS data set for benchmark testing of the data systems analysis for inclusion in the RFP;

(b) task the Specialist Task Force on Analytical Databases to establish a data format for GC-MS and Infrared Spectrometry before issuing the RFPs; and

(c) request that the Secretariat develop decontamination procedures and standards for inspection equipment for consideration by the Expert Group at its next meeting on 20 September 1994 and make it available to delegations on request one week prior to this date.

4. Verification-related equipment contained in the draft 1995 Budget

4.1 The Group was tasked to address those proposals concerning verification-related equipment, prepared by the Secretariat for inclusion in the draft 1995 Budget, in particular with regard to the proposed quantities of items to be purchased, any proposed new types of equipment and the proposed timing of procurement.

4.2 The Secretariat presented a paper explaining its understanding of the procurement mechanism and those factors which might influence the procurement time for individual items of inspection equipment. The paper also addressed possible alternatives to purchase as a means of acquiring sufficient numbers of major equipment items, e.g. for training purposes. In the table attached to the paper the Secretariat attempted to identify the numbers of each item of equipment required to be purchased during Phase I, Phase II and immediately after EIF.

4.3 The Group carefully reviewed this paper and reached the following understandings:

(a) that the Secretariat shall not purchase any type of inspection equipment which has not had operational requirements approved by the Commission and technical specifications developed by the Specialist Task Force on Inspection Equipment Issues and approved by the Expert Group on Inspection Procedures;

(b) that it should be noted that at the present time the items on the list of equipment in the table in PC-VIII/B/WP.1. fall into the following categories:

(i) items of equipment which have operational requirements and technical specifications;

(ii) items of equipment that have operational requirements but no technical specifications; and

(iii) items of equipment that do not have either operational requirements or technical specifications;

(c) that the adoption by the Group of the list of equipment in PC-VIII/B/WP.1. is for budgetary purposes only. It should not be interpreted as a list of equipment recommended for adoption by the Conference of the States Parties as referred to in paragraph 27 of Part II of the Verification Annex.

4.4 The Group took into consideration the procurement cycle identified by the Secretariat in its Paper. It recommended that the Secretariat should endeavour to ensure that the procurement of its inspection equipment should be fully transparent, and that the opportunity to bid for contracts should be open equally to companies from all Member States. It suggested that to assist the Secretariat to achieve this aim Member States should take action to inform the Secretariat about potential contact points for the supply of equipment in their respective countries. The Group also indicated that it was important that the process by which the Secretariat will select successful bids should also be fully transparent.

4.5 The Group reviewed the Secretariat's estimates of the number of items of equipment required to cover inspector training as well as the first six months of operation after EIF and recommended changes to these figures. The revised figures are reflected in the table contained in PC-VIII/B/WP.1.

4.6 The Group addressed the Secretariat's request for new items of equipment for the occupational health requirements of the Inspectorate. It noted that the operational requirements and technical specifications for specific items of inspection equipment in this category have not been developed. The Group took note of the proposal by the Secretariat to allocate up to US$ 200,000 in the 1995 Budget for the purchase of this equipment.

4.7 The Group discussed sample collection and sample preparation kits (items 1/24 (a) and (b) and 1/25 in PC-VIII/B/WP.1). It was noted that the technical specifications for these kits have not been developed. However, the Group agreed to include a number of kits as a budgetary marker.

5. Review of the opinion of the Legal Adviser on the relationship between paragraph 11 of Part II of the Verification Annex and Article 36 of the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations in regard to approved equipment carried by the inspection team

The Group reviewed the above-mentioned legal opinion and noted its conclusion that there was no direct relationship between paragraph 11 of Part II of the Verification Annex and Article 36 of the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations.

6. Common understanding on the term "particular type of inspection"

The Group reviewed the background material on the term "particular type of inspection", prepared by the Secretariat, particularly in relation to the aim of the inspection by the inspected State Party of the approved equipment carried by the inspection team.

7. Special provisions for the designation of specific types of equipment for specific types of inspections

The Group did not discuss this issue in detail.

8. Procedures for the inspection of equipment at the point of entry

8.1 On the basis of the re-draft of the discussion paper on this issue, prepared by the Secretariat, and the papers prepared by the Chair, the Group reached agreement on the "Procedures for the inspection by the inspected State Party at the point of entry/point of exit (POE) of approved equipment carried by the inspection team", contained in Attachment 2 to this Report.

8.2 Some delegations expressed the view that the language of paragraphs 27 to 29 of Part II of the Verification Annex does not restrict the Technical Secretariat's selection of items of approved equipment for any of the inspection sites of the Convention. Although certain equipment items from the approved list may typically be selected for use at specific types of facilities, this does not preclude the possibility that any item of equipment from the approved list may be selected, should the Technical Secretariat consider it operationally practical to do so. Other delegations expressed the view that, in accordance with paragraph 27 to 29 of Part II of the Verification Annex, the Technical Secretariat shall select for any particular type of inspection only the equipment specifically designated for this type of inspection in the list of the approved equipment. Still other delegations expressed the view that the language "to the extent possible" contained in paragraph 28 of Part II of the Verification Annex allows for certain flexibility in relation to the selection of approved equipment.

9. Procedures related to the use of equipment in the course of an inspection, including the possible retention of equipment in the inspected State Party

On the basis of the discussion paper on this issue, prepared by the Secretariat, and the papers prepared by the Chair, the Group reached agreement on the understandings on "The use of approved equipment during on-site inspections", contained in Attachment 3 to this Report. The Group requested the Chair to prepare, on the basis of the above-mentioned materials and comments from delegations, a Chairman's paper addressing post-inspection activities in relation to equipment including the issue of possible retention of the inspection equipment in the inspected State Party, for a future discussion of this issue at a next meeting of the Group.

10. Other matters

10.1 The Group reviewed the revised paper prepared by the Secretariat on "The use of non-scheduled aircraft in accordance with paragraphs 22 - 25 of Part II of the Verification Annex" and recommended that the Secretariat make a further revision to this paper taking note of comments made by delegations and submit it for further discussion at its next meeting.

10.2 The Group also reviewed the discussion paper on the "Use of approved OPCW portable communications equipment during on-site inspections" prepared by the Secretariat. It recommended that, taking note of the comments made by delegations and the recommendations in regard to the issue of secure telephones made by Working Group B in subparagraph 2.2 (c) of PC-VII/B/2, the Secretariat prepare a new discussion paper for the next meeting of this Group.

10.3 In relation to the development of sampling and sample preparation procedures, the Group, taking note of the rather limited response by Member States to the request to submit their experiences in this field, reaffirmed its request for Member States to submit proposals for such procedures to the Secretariat, so that these can be reviewed by the Specialist Task Force on Inspection Equipment Issues.

11. Recommendations

11.1 The Group recommended that Working Group B:

(a) take note of Attachment 1 to this Report and of the understandings contained in paragraphs 3.2 and 3.3 of this Report;

(b) consider Attachment 2 to this Report and submit it to the Commission for adoption;

(d) mandate the Group at its next meeting to address, in addition to the tasks noted in paragraph 2 of this Report remaining unresolved, the following outstanding issue:

(i) consider the updated list of equipment prepared by the Secretariat in accordance with paragraph 3.3 above, with a view to developing the draft list of approved equipment mentioned in paragraph 27 of Part II of the Verification Annex;

11.2 The Group requested the Secretariat to facilitate the discussion on the status of "experts" in the context of investigations of alleged use in regard to privileges and immunities by preparing a discussion paper on this issue.

11.3 The Group requested the Secretariat to develop decontamination procedures and standards for inspection equipment for consideration by this Group at its meeting on 20 September 1994.

11.4 The Group drew the attention of the Expert Group on Programme of Work and Budget to its recommendations on the equipment-related items of the 1995 Budget contained in PC-VIII/B/WP.1.

11.5 The Group requested the Specialist Task Force on Analytical Databases to establish a data format for GC-MS and Infrared Spectrometry and to report back to this Group at its next meeting on 20 September 1994. The Secretariat shall only issue the RFPs for these items of equipment after the Task Force has established this data format.

11.6 The Group invited Member States to participate in the Specialist Task Force in charge of developing a gas chromatograph - mass spectroscopy (GC-MS) data set for benchmark testing of the data analysis system for inclusion in the RFPs and communicate the names of their specialists to the Secretariat by 1 August 1994. The Secretariat should request Member States to forward proposals for a GC-MS data set for benchmark testing of the data system analysis for inclusion in the RFP, preferably before mid August 1994. The Secretariat should compile these proposals and make them available upon request to interested Member States. The compilation will be discussed during the meeting of the Task Force scheduled for 9 September 1994. The Task Force will report back to this Group during the meeting on 20 September 1994.

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);

(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;

(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;

(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 20^oC. An overpack must be supplied with the transport appliances.

(e) The HHD must withstand storage temperatures from -30^oC. to 65^oC.

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 20^oC.

(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 20^oC. 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;

(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.

- 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.

(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 0^oC to 45^oC.

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^-4kPa(5x10^-5Torr) 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 250^oC .

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 15^oC per minute) from ambient +20^oC to 300^oC with an accuracy of 0.5K 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 300^oC to ambient temperature (plus 20^oC) 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.

(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;

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.

(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 Operational environment

(a) Must be battery-operated for an uninterrupted period of 8 hours.

(b) Operational reliability should be at least 500 hours mean time between failure.

(d) Measurement time to evaluate an item should not exceed 5 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.

3.2.3 Functional specification for neutron-induced prompt photon spectroscopy NDE equipment

The equipment may also be used to check for the "presence/absence" in sealed containers of the elements of phosphorus, sulphur, arsenic, nitrogen and chlorine, and, to the extent possible, the elements of carbon, hydrogen, fluorine, bromine and iodine and the ratios of all these elements. Special software is required to process and display the prompt photon energies relating to these elements.

The following functional specifications describe the minimum requirements necessary for equipment designed to interrogate closed containers with neutrons to obtain information about the contents.

3.2.3.1 System requirements

3.2.3.2 Performance

(a) Must be capable of detecting the elements phosphor, sulphur, arsenic, nitrogen and chlorine, with an accuracy in determining the phosphorus-sulphur (P-S) ratio of better than 20%.

(b) The detection of the elements carbon, hydrogen, fluorine, bromine and iodine would be desirable, and allow the establishment of element rations similar to those under (a) above.

(c) Must, at a 95% confidence level, detect the designated isotopes at an isotope concentration of 5% in a sample volume of 1 l.

3.2.3.3 Transport and storage

Must be transportable, with no module weighing more than 35 kg, including overpack.

3.2.3.4 Safety

Emitted radiation at a stand-off distance of 25 m shall not exceed 0.01 mrem/hr.

3.2.3.5 Operational environment

(a) Power requirements must be compatible with portable generators and there must be alternate, rechargeable battery source(s).

(b) Operational reliability should be at least 150 hours mean time between failure.

(d) Measurement time to evaluate items should not exceed 30 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 real time.

3.2.3.2 Component requirements

3.2.3.2.1 Neutron source

(a) Must be usable by personnel trained as radiation workers without undue hazard to the operator or other nearby personnel.

(b) If an isotopic source is used, sealed source form: doubly encapsulated.

(d) Manufacturer accepts return of source and parts of the equipment that carry residual radiation at the end of useful life for recycling.

3.2.3.2.2 Gamma-ray detector

(a) Peak efficiency of 40% or more for the cobalt-60 1332 keV gamma ray, relative to a 7.62 cm X 7.62 cm (3" x 3") NaI (T1) detector.

(b) Energy resolution sufficient to detect P/S ratio under field conditions.

3.2.3.2.3 Electronic/multichannel analyser (MCA) system

(a) Integrated electronics/MCA in one package is desirable.

(b) Data display, MCA control, and data storage by notebook-size computer is desirable.

(d) ADC conversion time of five (5) microseconds or less.

3.2.3.2.4 Computer software

(a) Must contain fully automated decision algorithms and instructional menus.

(b) Electronic storage media should be removable.

(d) Only gamma energies relevant to the inspection shall be processed and stored.

3.2.3.2.5 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 simulated data acquisition modes with realistic examples of instrument control, instrument parameter display and data display.

(d) Training equipment for instrument operations must be provided for instrument set up, data acquisition and data manipulation. It must operate independently of the radiation source and detector.

4. GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM (GPS)

4.1 Specific operational requirements

4.1.1 The equipment is intended to determine the location of the inspection site in accordance with the Convention. The GPS must:

(a) have a sufficient accuracy to establish precise location as required by the Convention;

(b) be able to function without reference to maps or visual markers;

(d) together with the antenna, be portable;

(e) in transport configuration, be rugged enough to withstand 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, temperatures ranging from winter to tropical climates and at high altitudes;

(i) be operable by one person;

(j) be capable of being operated in full chemical protective gear;

(k) be incapable of emitting signals;

(l) not be capable to interface with other equipment.

4.2 Technical specifications

4.2.1 Functional specifications for global positioning system (GPS) equipment

The following functional specifications describe the minimum requirements necessary for equipment designed to identify the location of inspected sites.

4.2.1.2 Performance

(a) Position location must be able to be displayed in degrees, minutes, and seconds of longitude and latitude with an accuracy of 1 second using clear access mode.

(b) Must be capable of updating readings at least once per minute.

(d) Must be capable of taking an accurate reading at any location at least 18 hours out of each day (95% of the time of satellite availability).

4.2.1.3 Transport

Must be portable, weighing no more than 4.5 kg, including antenna (if applicable), weight of 500 g is desirable.

4.2.1.4 Operational environment

(a) Power requirements: battery with life of at least six (6) operational hours; if rechargeable, battery chargers for both 100V and 240V, 50 - 60 Hz, electrical sources must be available.

(b) Must be operable in all weather and at temperatures from -10⁰C to +60⁰C.

(d) Training in basic functions should not require more than 1/2 hour.

5. SEALS

5.1 Specific operational requirements

5.1.1 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 to defeating it;

(b) be counterfeit resistant;

(d) not be easily broken by accident;

(e) be able to create a unique, measurably different, and repeatable signature with 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.

5.1.2 Seals for sealing samples or other items during the inspection

In addition to subparagraphs 5.1.1 (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 to verify during the course of the inspection, in large numbers, using equipment transported to the site.

5.1.3 Long-term seals

In addition to subparagraphs 5.1.1 (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).

5.2 Technical specifications

5.2.1 Performance

(a) The seal must be able to withstand attempts at defeating it. Ideally, if broken, there should be no way to reconstruct the seal in its original condition. At a minimum, if the seal is broken, it must take more than 150 hours to reconstruct it if the break is not to be detected. This criterion must be independently verifiable.

(b) Record of the signature must be comparable with the current signature on-site.

(d) Closing the seal must take no longer than two minutes by a trained operator.

(e) Component specifications for frangible, fracturable adhesive seals packages:

- environment: working life of days/weeks only. In-door use only. Temperatures 0[[ordmasculine]]C to +40[[ordmasculine]]C;

- materials: paper, plastic, textile or mixture with low 'tear' strength;

- adhesive: to adhere firmly to various surface materials (metal, plastic, textile) with various surface textures with high adhesive strength. Resistant to heat and chemical removal.

5.2.2 Transport

(a) Seal application, reading and comparison equipment must be portable, weighing no more than 4.5 kg including all expendable supplies for the application of one seal.

6. INFRARED (IR) SPECTROMETER

6.1 Specific operational requirements

6.1.1 The portable IR spectrometer to be used during on-site inspections must provide, subject to the general operational requirements for inspection equipment, the capability for detection and identification of chemical compounds relevant to the purposes of the inspection.

6.1.2 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;

(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 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.

6.2 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 1.2 m including overpack.

- operable with 50-60 Hz, 100/240 ( 10%) VAC line with step voltage capability;

- should draw a maximum power of 2 KW;

- must be operable from portable power supplies; and

- must be equipped with voltage surge protection.

(d) Overpack: must be provided with transport appliances.

6.3 Operational features

(a) The system must be capable of being set up and ready for operation (unpack, assemble and calibrate) in a time not to exceed 3 hours:

- must be operable by one person;

- must be capable of being set up by no more than two people.

(b) The system must be capable of:

- continuous operation for a period of 24 hours;

- a warm-up time not to exceed 30 minutes at an ambient temperature of 25^oC;

- being dismantled and repackaged for transport in no longer than 2 hours;

- operation in temperature extremes from 0^oC to 40^oC.

6.4 Technical specifications

(a) Resolution minimum 4 cm^-1.

(b) Minimum spectral range 400 to 4,000 cm^-1.

(d) Accuracy maximum variance 1 cm^-1 from calibration peaks of polystyrene.

(e) S/N measure at 2,000 cm^-1 by comparison to the strongest peak in the spectrum (1,601 cm^-1 in polystyrene) using a TGS detector, triangular apodisation, 4 sec scan time and resolution 4 cm^-1 must be greater than 2,000/1.

(f) Transmittance mode sample holders will include those for:

- solid samples: potassium bromide (KBr) salt discs (a compatible KBr press to produce the discs is to be provided);

- liquid samples: thin film capability using KBr windows; and

- gas samples: 10 to 20 cm fixed path tubes fitted with appropriate inlet and outlet ports and equipped with KBr windows.

(g) Ventilated sample compartment. Pumping system to be protected by charcoal adsorber.

6.5 Software features

(a) Software must provide management of the spectrometer operation, testing of the device and auto-detection of faults, reconstruction of the absorption and transmission spectra from interferogram, segregation of the spectra fragments, mathematical manipulations with the spectra, and printing and plotting of spectra. Software must include the database of the IR spectra of the chemical agents from Schedules 1, 2 and 3.

(b) Software has to include a special search program for identification of chemical agents comparing experimental IR spectra with the spectra at database. The instrument output must be compatible with a JCAMP format agreed to by the Task Force on Analytical Databases.

- spectra matching algorithm; and

- spectral base search algorithm.

(d) The software should be capable of allowing a "present/absent" type of response.

6.6 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 simulated data acquisition modes with realistic examples of instrument control, instrument parameter display and data display.

6.7 Special features of the software, connected with inspection activity

(a) To fulfil the confidentiality obligation the software must allow the restriction of the field of search and must lead the search only among those substances connected with the present inspection, and must exclude all other substances present in the spectral library.

(b) The software must exclude the possibility of tampering with the device. All tampering must be indicated by the software. The software should have the capability for permanent self-testing of the device and periodic checking of its meteorological characteristics.

7. COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT

7.1 HAND-HELD SHORT-RANGE RADIOS

7.1.1 Specific operational requirements

(a) Short-range communication equipment is to provide communication between personnel patrolling the perimeter and other members of the inspection team. It must comply with local regulations in relation to radio communication (paragraph 44 of Part II of the Verification Annex).

(b) It must be easy to operate including in full chemical protective gear, be battery operated and allow continuous operation for a reasonable period of time, transmit a clear voice over a range from one side of the perimeter to the other and be hand-held.

7.1.2 Function

Portable, short-range, non-secure radio communication.

7.1.3 Performance

(a) Operating range up to 5 km.

(b) Transmission power up to 5 watts (VHF) or 4 watts (UHF).

(d) Battery operated (rechargeable type such as NiCd).

(e) Digital frequency selection, capable of interface with frequency selection/limiting equipment.

(f) Voice/button activated transmission.

(g) High impact resistant case, with protective gasket and weather-resistant grille.

(h) Intrinsically safe (suitable for use in hazardous areas).

7.1.4 Accessories

(a) Carrying case and belt clip.

(b) Plug-in wall charger for batteries (input voltage 100-240 VAC).

(d) Fitted plastic outer bag (to protect from exposure to potentially damaging elements).

7.2 SATELLITE LINK TELEPHONE TERMINALS

7.2.1 Specific operational requirements

The purpose of the equipment is to allow communication between the inspection team and 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 and the State Party must be able to verify that the equipment is not emitting unauthorised signals. The equipment must only use satellites of international organisations (examples may include Inmarsat). It must comply with local regulations in relation to radio communication.

7.2.2 Function

Dial-up, secure or non-secure, telephone service using a commercial satellite transponder.

7.2.3 Modes of operation

(a) Commercial secure:

Voice : 2,400 bps.

Fax : 2,400 bps (requires external user secure fax machine).

Data : 2,400 bps (requires external user computer).

(b) Non-secure/clear:

Voice : 2,400 bps.

Fax : 2,400 bps.

Data : 2,400 bps.

7.2.4 Frequency

(a) RF subsystem;

(b) 5W international Ku-band or L-band.

7.2.5 Antenna

Omnidirectional or directional (preferably the size to be no greater than 40 cm by 60 cm).

7.2.6 Secure voice telephone set

Any commercial/export model.

7.2.7 Primary power

100 - 240 VAC, 47 - 63 Hz; 12 - 24 VDC vehicular.

7.2.8 Alternate power

If available: 3 - 4 hours operation with rechargeable battery pack, such as NiCd.

7.2.9 Size

Terminal flight case with approximate dimensions 26 cm (H) x 64 cm (W) x 40 cm (D).

7.2.10 Weight

No greater than 30 kg, including overpack and maintenance kit.

7.2.11 Operating temperature

-25⁰C to +55⁰C.

7.3 Secure wire-line telephones

7.3.1 Specific operational requirements

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.

7.3.2 Function

Dial up world-wide voice/data transmission using local wire-line telephone system access in either non-secure or commercial secure modes.

7.3.3 Performance

(a) Enhanced 9.6 and 4.8 Kbps secure voice quality.

(b) Secure data at rates up to 9.6 Kbps.

(d) Multi-mode encryption key management system.

(e) Operate over the normal 2-wire Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN).

(f) Radial, hands-free speaker phone, memory dial capability.

(g) Information data display.

(h) Tone or pulse dialling option.

7.3.4 Environment

Operating temperature: 0^oC to +50^o C.

7.3.5 Power requirements

(a) Input voltage: 100-240 VAC.

(b) Input frequency: 47-63 Hz.

7.3.6 Physical specifications (desktop model)

Approximate maximum dimensions and weight: 12 cm (H) x 26 cm (W) x 4 cm (D) and 4 Kg (without the case).

7.3.7 Accessories

(a) Carrying case.

(b) Push-to-talk handset.

EQUIPMENT SPECIFICATIONS

FOR INSPECTION EQUIPMENT ESTIMATED TO COST

UNDER US$ 50,000

INDEX

General operational requirements for inspection equipment

(PC-VII/B/WP.5)

Common evaluation criteria which apply to all inspection equipment

1. Weighing equipment

2. Tape measures

3. Callipers and steel rule

4. Seal tool

5. Photographic equipment

5.1 Instant camera

5.2 35 mm camera

5.3 Video camcorder + portable player (Super 8 mm)

5.4 Film and cassette tapes

6. Optical devices

6.1 Binoculars

6.2 Data scope

6.3 Night-vision scope

6.4 Magnifying glass

7. Battery packs/recharger

8. Shoulder bag/equipment belt

9. Compass

10. Tags/markers (permanent and non-destructive)

11. Military detector kit for CW agents

12. Commercial detector kit (with tubes)

13. Test paper packages

14. Thermochromic tape packages

15. Power transformer/stabiliser

16. Generators

17. Tool kit

18. Calculator

19. Computers (notebook/printer)

20. Portable fax machine

21. Exterior extension cords

22. Maintenance tool kit

23. Equipment transport containers

GENERAL OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR

INSPECTION EQUIPMENT (PC-VII/B/WP.5)

(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;

(iii) convertibility to the presence/absence of scheduled chemicals to the extent derived from the capability/reliability of the equipment (hardware and software);

(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 subparagraphs 2 (b)(ii), 2 (b)(iii) and 2 (f) above must be verifiable during the inspection of the equipment 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.

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

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 -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.

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.

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;

(d) maintenance and repair manual; and

(e) warning for 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.

1. Weighing equipment

1.1 Purpose

To weigh large or bulky items.

1.2 Physical features

Self contained transportable unit including compression load cells and tension load cells.

1.3 Operational features

Must incorporate indicator features, push-button tare, auto zero tracking, overload protection, corrosion resistant housing.

1.4 Technical specifications

Capacity: 0-10 t, 0-5 t, 0-1 t, 0-0.5 t.

Accuracy: 0.1 % of applied load at mid range.

Weighing units: t, kg.

Power: 100/240 ( 10%) V, 50/60 Hz.

LED display.

1.5 Safety

The equipment must be easily decontaminated. The equipment must be suitable for use in explosive and chemical environments. The manufacturer must specify which safety codes the equipment meets.

2. Tape measures

2.1 Specifications

Three sets for 3 m, 30 m, and 100 m lengths.

Should be chemically resistant and of a flexible material.

2.2 Safety

The tape measures must be easily decontaminated.

3. Callipers and steel rule

3.1 Specifications

To measure inside, outside dimensions and depth.

Range: 0 to 30 cm.

Accuracy: 1 mm.

Bevelled edges for threads, depth gauge, long vernier scale, thumb lock, manufactured from corrosion resistant material.

3.2 Safety

The callipers and steel rule must be easily decontaminated.

4. Seal tool

4.1 Recommendation

Must be compatible with the seals and therefore should be provided as part of the seal kit.

5. Photographic equipment

5.1 Instant camera

5.1.1 Physical features

The camera must have a mass of less than 1.5 kg including the protective carrying case.

5.1.2 Operational features

The camera must be operable at temperatures from 0C to 40C with relative humidity up to 95% (non-condensing).

The camera must be capable of being operated in full chemical protective gear.

5.1.3 Technical specifications

The camera must be equipped with auto-focusing system with manual override and electric flash light.

Viewfinder must reflect the image that will result on the exposed film.

Lens for the close-up (at least 30 cm) photos must be equipped with or attached to the camera.

The camera must be equipped with date/time labelling system.

5.2 35 mm camera

5.2.1 Physical features

The camera must have a mass of less than 3 kg including the carrying case and any other accessories.

5.2.2 Operational features

The camera must be operable in all weather conditions with a waterproof body.

The camera must be capable of being operated in full chemical protective gear.

An enclosure for the camera must be supplied to protect the camera from chemical contamination.

5.2.3 Technical specifications

The camera must be equipped with automatic functioning systems such as auto-focusing, auto-metering and auto-zooming and must have an automatic flash unit.

Film speed range of the camera must cover at least from ISO 25 to ISO 3200.

Shutter speeds of the camera must cover from 30 sec. to 1/1,000 sec. + bulb.

Zoom lens must have 28-75 mm capability with a lens speed of at least 3.5.

The camera must be equipped with date/time labelling system.

5.3 Video camcorder plus portable player (Super 8 mm)

Video camcorder

5.3.1 Physical features

The video camcorder must have a mass of less than 3 kg including the carrying case and supplies for 8 hours of continuous operation.

The video camcorder must be powered by battery or external power link (AC or DC). The battery must last for more than 1.5 hours of continuous operation at 20C.

5.3.2 Operational features

The video camcorder must be operable by one person after 2 hours of instruction. Easy-to-follow operating instructions must accompany the camcorder.

A waterproof cover must be supplied with the video camcorder.

The video camcorder must be capable of being operated in full chemical protective gear.

5.3.3 Technical specifications

The video camcorder must utilise the video Hi8 format for high quality pictures. Horizontal resolution must be at least 400 TV lines and the S/N ratio must be at least 45dB.

The video camcorder must be equipped with High Precision CCD and the pixel density must be at least 470,000.

The minimum required light volume must be less than 1 Lux and the light volume range must cover at least from 1 to 100,000 Lux.

The video camcorder must be equipped with 1/10,000 or faster electric shutter.

The video camcorder must be equipped with an 8 or higher motor zoom.

The frequency response of the audio system of the video camcorder must cover at least from 30 Hz to 15kHz.

Portable player

5.3.4 Physical features

Must have a mass of less than 3 kg including the carrying case and supplies for 8 hours of continuous operation.

Must be powered by battery or external power link (AC or DC). The battery must last for more than 1.5 hours of continuous operation at 20C.

5.3.5 Operational features

Easy-to-follow operating instructions must accompany the portable player.

The portable player must be operable at temperatures from 0C to 40C with relative humidity up to 95% (non-condensing).

5.3.6 Specifications

Must be capable of playing both standard video 8mm and Hi8 formats.

The frequency response of the audio system of the portable player must be in the range of 30 Hz to 15 kHz. The portable player must have stop/slow motion functions.

5.4 Film and cassette tapes

5.4.1 Specifications

The film and cassette tapes will conform with internationally recognised standards such as ISO, and fit in both the photographic equipment (instant and 35 mm cameras) and the video equipment (camcorder + portable player).

6. Optical devices

6.1 Binoculars

6.1.1 Specifications

Magnification of the binoculars must be more than 7. The diameter of the objective lens of the binoculars must be at least 50 mm, giving a field of view of 120 meters at 1000 meters.

The binoculars must have a mass of less than 2 kg including the carrying case, battery(s) (if applicable) and any other accessories.

The binoculars must be operable in all weather conditions, and must have a waterproof and fog-proof body.

6.2 Data scope

6.2.1 Specifications

The scope must be one-hand operable and capable of providing the bearings, range and time data in the field of view.

The scope must be equipped with an auto-focusing system and with auto adjusting.

The scope must have a mass of less than 500 g including batteries and any other accessories.

The scope must be powered by battery(s). The battery(s) must last for more than 8 hours of continuous operation at 20C.

The scope may be used as a compass, range finder or as chronometer with the 530 mm monocular lens.

The scope must be operable in all weather conditions.

6.3 Night-vision scope

6.3.1 Specifications

The scope magnification must be at least 1.5.

The weight of scope must be less than 2 kg including the carrying case, batteries and any other accessories.

The scope must be powered by battery(s) along with a passive star light and surrounding light. The battery(s) must last more than 8 hours of continuous operation at 20C.

The scope must be operable in all weather conditions.

The scope must operate under low ambient light conditions, i.e. at night with passive starlight.

6.4 Magnifying glass

6.4.1 Specifications

Magnification of the lens must be more 5, with a lens diameter of 5-7 cm.

The lens must be provided with an appropriate cover or, if plastic, the lens must be hard-coated to prevent scratches.

7. Battery packs/recharger

7.1 Specifications

The battery packs must include commonly used cell types such as AA, AAA, C, D or 9V.

The battery packs must be rechargeable more than 1000 times.

The recharger must be operable with 50-60 Hz, 100/240 ( 10%) V AC line with step voltage capability.

The recharger must be operable at temperatures from 0C to 40C with relative humidity up to 95% (non-condensing).

The recharger must be capable of full recharging of the battery pack in less than 5 hours.

8. Shoulder bag/equipment belt

8.1 Specifications

Carrying bag with padded shoulder straps.

Capacity: 50-100 l.

The bag must be strong enough to hold up to 20 kg of cargo.

9. Compass

9.1 Specifications

Standard hand-held lensatic compass.

10. Tags/markers (permanent and non-destructive)

10.1 Specifications

(a) Tags

The tags must be self-adhesive and must readily adhere to clean surfaces.

The tags must provide indication of tampering.

The tags must provide unique identification, e.g. numbers, bar codes etc..

The tags must withstand temperatures ranging from -30C to 120C and, once in place, must not be affected by moisture.

Labels must be capable of being removed from their protective backing by operators wearing gloves.

Tie on

Fabricated from poly tetra fluoro etheline (PTFE) coated aluminium or material with equivalent performance and resistance to corrosion.

Must provide indication of tampering.

Must provide unique identification, e.g. numbers, bar codes etc..

(b) Markers

The markers must write on smooth surfaces.

Waterproof, non-fading ink that dries instantly.

Available in various colours.

Point size: available in various point sizes with a minimum of at least 1 mm.

10.2 Safety

The tags and markers must be disposed of safely with minimum impact on the environment.

11. Military detector kit for CW agents

11.1 Purpose

The kit must be able to detect blister (H, HD, L), nerve (G, V) and blood (AC, CK) agents. Other agent detection capabilities are desirable.

11.2 Physical features

The detector kit must be compact and simple to use for field use and must have a rugged carrying case.

The kit must have a shelf life of at least 2 years at 20C.

11.3 Operational features

Determine the presence or absence of chemical agents either by observing the colour change or by using other method(s) as specified in the attached instructions.

The kit must be capable of being operated in full chemical protective gear.

The kit must not contain any scheduled chemical.

Must have the capability to perform a minimum of 10 tests per class of agent without restocking the kit. The manufacturer shall provide a list of known substances which may cause interference.

11.4 Technical specifications

Sensitivity: G, V: as a minimum 0.01 mg/m[[threesuperior]].

H, HD: as a minimum 0.07 mg/m[[threesuperior]].

L: as a minimum 0.7 mg/m[[threesuperior]].

CK: as a minimum 1 mg/m[[threesuperior]].

AC: as a minimum 5 mg/m[[threesuperior]].

Response time: Desirable 5 minutes minimum. Maximum 15 minutes per class of agent at 20C.

Low false detection rate.

11.5 Safety

The contents of the kit must be disposed of safely with minimum impact on the environment.

11.6 Military detector training kit

The kit must contain simulant agents to enable training, therefore it must be compatible with the military detector kit.

The manufacturer shall provide a list of known substances which may cause interference

12. Commercial detector kit ( with tubes )

12.1 Purpose

Test the environment for the presence of toxic gases or vapours.

12.2 Physical features

The detector kit must include packs of tubes and a sampler for sampling.

12.3 Operational features

Detection of the hazardous gases and vapours should be indicated by the length or shade of colour change of the detector tube after sampling of the gases or vapours.

12.4 Technical specifications

The sampler should have an automatic stroke counter, and should allow one-hand sampling with the option for a remote sampling adapter.

A shelf life of the tube: 24-30 months or more at 20C.

Detector tubes must be self-indicated and printed with easy-to-read scales: concentration scale in ppm, mg/m[[threesuperior]] or % volume.

12.5 Safety

The contents of the kit must be disposed of safely with minimum impact on the environment.

13. Test paper packages

13.1 Purpose

Must determine quickly and separately the presence of G, V, and H agents in liquid form.

13.2 Specifications

Available military detector paper should be procured.

14. Thermochromic tape packages

14.1 Purpose

Thermochromic tapes which at a specified temperature irreversibly change colour.

14.2 Specifications

The tapes must retain irreversible colour change irrespective of further temperature fluctuation for a period of up to one year.

Available in approximate temperature ranges such as 40-60C, 60-100C and 100-120C.

Self-adhesive; capable of attachment to a wider range of surfaces and remaining in place for periods up to one year.

15. Power transformer/stabiliser

15.1 Specifications

The transformer must be capable of converting electric line voltage as required with a specific item of inspection equipment within less than 10% tolerance of the voltage.

The stabiliser must be operable with 50-60 Hz, 100/240( 10%) V AC line, 20 Ampères with step voltage capability.

The stabiliser must be capable of regulating the voltage surge of electric line at least in the range of 5% of the set-up voltage.

16. Generators

16.1 Specifications

The generator must be capable of providing at least 3 kW power of energy with appropriate voltage for each type of inspection equipment.

The generator must be transportable, weighing no more than 70 kg.

The generator must be operable at temperatures from 0C to 40C with relative humidity up to 95% (non-condensing), and at altitudes from sea level to 3,050 m.

The generator must be operable in all weather conditions.

The generator must be run on commercially available fuels such as diesel oil.

The generator must operate for at least 12 hours without refuelling.

17. Tool kit

17.1 Specifications

The tool kit must comprise a variety of essential tools for maintenance and repair of the inspection equipment.

It must be possible to carry the tool kit with one hand, and it must weigh no more than 15 kg.

A toolbox must be supplied for transportation of all tools.

18. Calculator

18.1 Specifications

Full functions, scientific, non-programmable.

19. Computers (notebook/printer)

19.1 Physical features

The weight must be less than 4 kg.

The size should be about 30258 cm.

The computer must have a long-life rechargeable battery with a minimum continuous 2 hours running time capability.

Any hard disc, no matter what the medium is, must be removable.

19.2 Technical specifications

The following technical specifications are the minimum required:

CPU: 80486 - DX - 25 Mhz.

RAM: 8 Mb.

Removable Hard Disk: 210 Mb Storage.

Screen: black and white - VGA.

Printer: letter quality.

Built-in: floppy-disc drive(s).

Capable of running DOS/Windows operating systems.

20. Portable fax machine

20.1 Physical features

The weight must be less than 6 kg.

20.2 Technical specifications

The following technical specifications are the minimum required:

Transmits and receives faxes at 14.4 Kbps (kilobit per second).

V.42 and V.42bis communication protocols (error correction and compression).

Equipped with 14.4 Kbps acoustic coupler.

21. Exterior extension cords

No specifications required.

22. Maintenance tool kit

22.1 Specifications

The tool kit must comprise a variety of essential tools for the maintenance and repair of the inspection equipment.

It must be possible to carry the tool kit with one hand, and it must weigh no more than 15 kg.

A toolbox must be supplied for the transportation of all tools.

23. Equipment transport containers

23.1 Specifications

Durable construction to withstand transport environments described in the "COMMON EVALUATION CRITERIA WHICH APPLY TO ALL INSPECTION EQUIPMENT".

The sum of any two dimensions shall not exceed one metre.

Recessed carrying handles.

Container weight: no more than 10 kg.

Capable of holding material up to 60 kg.

Capable of being secured by padlock.

ATTACHMENT 2

PROCEDURES FOR THE INSPECTION BY THE INSPECTED STATE PARTY AT THE POINT OF ENTRY/POINT OF EXIT (POE) OF APPROVED EQUIPMENT CARRIED BY THE INSPECTION TEAM

1. General provisions

1.1 In accordance with paragraph 29 of Part II of the Verification Annex, the inspected State Party has the right to inspect the approved equipment in the presence of inspection team members at the point of entry/point of exit, i.e. to check the identity of the approved equipment brought in or removed from the territory of the inspected State Party or Host State by the inspection team. To facilitate such identification, the Technical Secretariat (TS) shall attach documents and devices to authenticate its designation and approval of the equipment. These authentication documents would include, inter alia, the description, the technical specifications and the operational requirements of the equipment and a description of the procedures used by the Technical Secretariat for the designation, calibration and approval of the approved equipment. The inspection of the inspection team's equipment shall also ascertain to the satisfaction of the inspected State Party that the inspection team's equipment meets the description of the approved equipment for the particular type of inspection. Approved equipment is the equipment from the list of equipment approved by the Conference of the States Parties in accordance with paragraph 21 (i) of Article VIII; the Technical Secretariat shall, to the extent possible, select that equipment which is specifically designed for the specific kind of inspection.

1.2 If the inspection of the approved equipment by the inspected State Party indicates that the equipment meets the description of the approved equipment for the particular type of inspection, there shall be no restriction by the inspected State Party, apart from those pursuant to the provisions of Article IX and Part X of the Verification Annex, on the inspection team bringing onto the inspection site the approved equipment which the Technical Secretariat, in accordance with paragraph 28 of Part II of the Verification Annex, has determined to be necessary to fulfil the inspection requirements. This is without prejudice to the provisions in relation to the use of the equipment by the inspection team.

2. Role of the inspected State Party

2.1 The inspected State Party has the right to inspect each individual item of approved equipment carried by the inspection team. This is without prejudice to paragraph 11 (d) of Part II of the Verification Annex on the inviolability of approved equipment. In executing this right, the inspected State Party may use any appropriate procedure consistent with paragraph 4 below. The inspected State Party has the right to exclude equipment that does not meet the description of the approved equipment for the particular type of inspection or that lacks the authentication documents and devices issued by the TS.

2.2 The representative of the inspected State Party shall take into account any suggestions which the inspection team leader may have in relation to the application of a specific procedure for inspecting the approved equipment, in accordance with paragraph 3.2 below.

3. Role of the inspection team

3.1 Inspection team personnel shall be present during the inspection of the approved equipment at all times, shall observe fully the inspection, and shall discharge this responsibility without unnecessary delay.

3.2 If by virtue of the particular procedure chosen by the inspected State Party, the inspection team leader concludes that the inspection of approved equipment by the inspected State Party may render that equipment inoperable or interfere in any way with its function(s), the inspection team leader shall so inform the representative of the inspected State Party.

4. Inspection of approved equipment

Pursuant to paragraph 1.1 above, subject to paragraphs 4.2 and 4.3 below, and within a period that will enable the inspection team and the inspected State Party to conduct the in-country activities within the times prescribed by the Convention for the particular type of inspection, the inspection of the approved equipment by the inspected State Party shall follow the principles set out below:

4.1 No inspection procedure chosen by the inspected State Party shall render the approved equipment inoperable or interfere, in any way, with its function(s).

4.2 The inspection of the approved equipment by the inspected State Party may, inter alia, include:

(a) inspection of the certificates, authentication documents and devices provided by the TS for each item of approved equipment;

(b) without compromising the functionality of the approved equipment, visual inspection and other non-destructive tests and checks suitable to establish that the equipment meets the description of the approved equipment for the particular type of inspection, which may include the utilisation of the procedures used by the Technical Secretariat for designation, calibration and approval of the equipment as specified in the documents attached to the equipment by the Technical Secretariat.

4.3 Both the hardware and software of approved equipment may be inspected in accordance with paragraphs 4.1 and 4.2 above. Such inspection shall not alter any data which is stored in the approved equipment and which is necessary for its proper performance.

5. Resolution after exclusion or possible misuse of equipment, if any

5.1 Any equipment that has been excluded by the inspected State Party at the POE in accordance with paragraph 29 of Part II of the Verification Annex shall be retained at the POE under joint control or joint seal and returned to the inspection team upon its departure from the point of exit.

5.2 In a case where the inspected State Party has demonstrated during the post-inspection activities that the equipment has been modified or used for purposes not in accordance with those which the Technical Secretariat has determined to be necessary to fulfil the inspection requirements and the matter cannot be resolved in consultations between the representative of the inspected State Party and the inspection team leader, the equipment shall be retained at the point of exit under joint control or joint seal until the matter can be resolved in the presence of a representative of the Technical Secretariat.

6. Recording of the inspection of approved equipment at the POE in the inspection report

The procedures and measures undertaken at the POE during the inspection of the approved equipment carried by the inspection team shall be duly recorded in the inspection report, to include, inter alia:

(a) the exclusions of equipment, if any, and the reasons provided for this by the inspected State Party;

(b) a reference to any discussion between the inspection team personnel and the inspected State Party on a method to inspect the equipment, or the scope of that inspection; and

(c) a reference to any other incidents in relation to the inspection of the approved equipment by the inspected State Party.

ATTACHMENT 3

THE USE OF APPROVED EQUIPMENT DURING ON-SITE INSPECTIONS

1. Subject to the following provisions, inspection teams will have the right during an inspection to use approved equipment brought onto the inspection site:

(a) paragraphs 11 (d), 27 to 30, and Section E of Part II of the Verification Annex;

(b) the appropriate paragraphs of the applicable other Parts of the Verification Annex;

(d) the OPCW Health and Safety Policy and the applicable related regulations; and

(e) the provisions stipulated in the facility agreement, if any.

2. Subject to paragraph 1 above, the approved equipment shall be operated in accordance with the regulations established by the Technical Secretariat.

3. The use of approved equipment by the inspection team in challenge inspection will be restricted, at the perimeter of the inspection site, only by considerations in paragraph 1 above, in particular those contained in Part X of the Verification Annex, and by the provisions contained in Article IX. The use of approved equipment by the inspection team in challenge inspection under managed access will be subject to negotiation and agreement between the inspected State Party and the inspection team. Subject to the provisions of Article IX and Part X of the Verification Annex, the negotiation will, inter alia, relate to:

(a) the types of approved equipment that the inspection team may use, if any;

(b) the mode of use of the approved equipment;

(d) other limitations on the use of the approved equipment, such as time limits for its use.

4. The inspected State Party shall have the right to take note of any information collected, or to receive copies of such information. That will not apply to systems software and other OPCW data, provided that they are located in a ROM or on media that prevent the possibility of recording information, and that are sealed and certified by the Technical Secretariat.

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