Intergovernmental Data Quality Task Force
Scope, Elements, Basis, Benefits, Implementation
Scope
Management Systems for:
- Environmental data collection and use
- Implementation of environmental
technology programs
Elements
Essential Elements:
- Management and Organization
- Quality System Description
- Personnel Qualification and Training
- Procurement of Items, Services and Activities
- Documents and Records
- Computer Hardware and Software
- Planning and Implementation
- Management of the Process
- Assessment and Response
- Quality Improvement
Basis
National Standard:
- Specification and Guidelines for Environmental Data Collection
and Environmental Technology Programs (ANSI/ASQC E4 - 1994)
Benefits
Benefits of the Uniform Federal Policy
- Improve effectiveness of Federal environmental programs, with
focus on results, quality of data and customer satisfaction
- Clarification of roles and responsibilities
in managing and overseeing environmental
data and technology programs
- Sufficient confidence in the systems such that duplication of oversight efforts
is minimized
- Enhanced accountability and confidence in environmental decisions
Implementation
Steps for Implementing UFP:
- Interim final consensus UFP completed
- Agencies adopt by MOU
- Implementation guided by each agency
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