ANNEX 1 - Procedural Requirements for Assessment Process
1. Introduction
The assessment process is designed to ensure that:
・Training is being provided within a functioning training management system based upon an accepted quality system standard;
・Instructors and examiners are properly qualified to provide training and assess competency of students; and
・Course materials and curricula comply with the IALA requirements.
The assessment process is conducted in three phases that are described in sections 2, 3 and 4 respectively
2. Phase 1
Phase 1 consists of an assessment of:
・Training management system documentation against the requirements of an approved quality system standard;
・Curricula and course materials against the requirements of the IALA model courses and any requirements of the Competent Authority;
・Instructor and examiner qualifications; and
・The internal audit program.
It is preferable to perform Phase 1 assessments on site. However Phase 1 assessments may be performed at a remote location when practicable.
Phase 1 activities should be conducted sufficiently in advance of the Phase 2 assessment to allow the training institution ample time to correct any Phase 1 deficiencies prior to the commencement of Phase 2.
2.1 TMS documentation review
The TMS documentation should be reviewed against the requirements of an approved quality management system standard. The review should also confirm that there are provisions in the documented training management system for:
・Developing new or additional curricula;
・Updating existing curricula in accordance with changes made by IALA to VTS training requirements; and
・Incorporating changes to curricula and course material in response to technological progress and developments in national and international legislation.
The reviewer should identify any areas where the documented training management system has not adequately addressed requirements of the approved quality system standard.
