4.1 This guide is intended to be used by individuals and organizations who wish to document an understanding of FOE through a certification program. It is intended to be used in candidate preparation in concert with a certification provider’s structure and materials for certification management, including exam delivery and certification administration.

1.1 The purpose of this guide is to address the fundamental activities and functions for professionals engaged in Foreign Object Elimination (FOE) program activities.

1.2 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

1.3 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.