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    • Introduction 

    • References 

    • Abbreviations & Definitions 

    • FME(C)A 

      • Introduction 

      • Requirements 

      • International Codes / Legislation 

      • Industry Guidance 

      • Company Internal Management System 

    • Performing the FME(C)A 

      • Selection of an FME(C)A Team 

      • Specifying the FME(C)A 

      • Agreeing the FME(C)A Structure and Scope 

      • Collating the Relevant Documentation 

      • Considerations when Performing the FME(C)A 

      • FME(C)A Methodology 

      • Criticality Assessment Methodology 

      • Verification and Validation 

      • Using the FME(C)A 

      • Periodic Verification and Validation of the FME(C)A 

    • Appendix 1 – Management of Change 

    • Appendix 2 – Typical System and Subsystem Listing 

    • Appendix 3 – Example Subsystem Analysis

    Date: Reason: Revision:
    Date:March 2024 Reason:Update of page 2, reference links and layout; no change to content Revision:Rev. 1.1
    Date:August 2022 Reason:General update ensuring the guidance meets current industry good practice. Revision:Rev. 1
    Date:November 2005 Reason:Initial publication Revision:Rev.