Notification of the Vacuum Classification. The VQC for a particular component shall be marked on any drawing related to and stated in any specification for that component. If this is not the case, the classification can be provided by the ITER Vacuum Responsible Officer (RO) upon request. In order ensure vacuum components which are intended for service on ITER and are not classified under section 3 (such as, for e.g., mechanical displacement pumps), meet the requirements for safety and performance the IO shall approve Technical Specifications for the supply of such equipment. Technical Specifications shall be submitted to the ITER Vacuum RO for review and subsequent approval prior to the commencement of the procurement process.
