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VSP 2018 Operations Manual

3.0 Definitions

This section includes the following subsections:
3.1 Scope
3.2 Definitions
3.3 Acronyms

3.1 Scope
This VSP 2018 Operations Manual provides definitions to clarify commonly used
terminology in this manual. The definition section is organized alphabetically.
Where a definition specifically applies to a section of the manual, it will be noted
in the definition.

Terms defined in section 3.2 are identified in the text of these guidelines by
CAPITAL LETTERS. For example, section 5.7.1.1.4 states “A CROSS-
CONNECTION control program must include at a minimum: …” CROSS-
CONNECTION is in CAPITAL LETTERS and is defined in section 3.2.

3.2 Definitions
Accessible: Exposed for cleaning and inspection with the use of simple tools
including a screwdriver, pliers, or wrench. This definition applies to use in FOOD
AREAS of the vessel only.

Accredited program: A FOOD protection manager certification program that
has been evaluated and listed by an accrediting agency as conforming to national
standards for organizations that certify individuals.

• An accredited program refers to the certification process and is a
designation based on an independent evaluation of factors such as the
sponsor’s mission; organizational structure; staff resources; revenue
sources; policies; public information regarding program scope, eligibility
requirements, recertification, discipline and grievance procedures; and
test development and administration.

• Accredited program does not refer to training functions or educational
programs.

Activity pools: An indoor or outdoor RECREATIONAL WATER FACILITY
that provides flowing water without any additional features. This includes wave
pools, catch pools, open water slides, lazy rivers, action rivers, vortex pools,
continuous surface pools, etc.

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