Certification Audit Process for RAs and IOOS Offices
"Learn about the certification audit process for certified RAs, including when and why it occurs, who it applies to, and the steps involved in ensuring data quality and compliance with standards. Discover how the process is implemented, what tests are required, and the importance of routine QC practices." (288 characters)
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Certification Audit DMAC Annual Meeting
The basics What: When: Once during the 5-year Certification period. ~ 2 years after date of Certification Who: Applies to certified RAs 2018: PacIOOS, MARACOOS, GLOS Why: Required by the ICOOS Act High-level audit of application that was submitted
The process RAs and IOOS Office collectively fill out a form Basic questions covering main data management elements (QC, archival, data sharing) Looks at Certification letter, and any outstanding actions Serves as an addendum to the original application Low effort The intent is NOT to decertify New systems/data streams are out of scope
will be implemented by [date] Your response must demonstrate the data are QC ed or archived QARTOD Required tests = minimum standard for QC Link to QARTOD manual but also describe the QC process and indicate you apply it routinely What test are done, what thresholds used (general ranges), etc. OR provide updated implementation date What progress was made to date? What are next steps?
