New Op Error rules and NASA forms

Hey everyone,

 

As you may know, FAA has begun briefing everyone (except me) on the changes to the Quality Assurance regulations.  This is the change I broadcast to you a few days ago where FAA will no longer try to chop your head off if you have an inadvertent error.  Here is the key to the new regulation though.  You MUST file a NASA form within 10 days of the error to invoke the “no discipline” rule.  This is similar to the way it used to be, but 3 years ago FAA just decided to ignore that and went head-hunting.  Funny how things change back after an election…When ATSAP comes our way, the NASA requirement will probably change.

 

First of all, this does not remove your obligation to report operational errors.  You can and probably will be disciplined for covering up an OE. No matter what, please remember to call me immediately if you are aware of an OE.  We can then ensure you are protected under the new regulations.

 

I’ll be working with JO to get NASA forms put in an accessible place.  I’m thinking in the break room/quiet room and a PDF file on the computer that can be printed out if needed.  I believe you can also file online.  I’ll work on getting a link put on one of the computers (if we can still access NASA from the i-net).

 

This change will not remove any previous OE’s from your record, but it’s a step in the right direction.

 

Fraternally,

RY