This document outlines a standard practice for conducting system safety. The system safety
practice as defined herein provides a consistent means of evaluating identified risks. Mishap risk
must be identified, evaluated, and mitigated to a level as low as reasonably practicable. The
mishap risk must be accepted by the appropriate authority and comply with federal (and state,
where applicable) laws and regulations, executive orders, treaties, and agreements. Program
trade studies associated with mitigating mishap risk must consider total life cycle cost in any
decision.This document is intended for use as one of the elements of project solicitation for complex
systems requiring a systematic evaluation of safety hazards and mitigating measures. The
Managing authority may identify, in the solicitation and system specification, specific system
safety engineering requirements to be met by the Developer. These may include risk assessment
and acceptance criteria, unique classifications and certifications, or mishap reduction needs
unique to their program. Additional information in meeting program specific requirements is
located in the Appendixes.