EAP86
Thanks, I'm afraid I posted the last before seeing your post. I wouldn't change what I said, but you highlight an important point; that of agreeing deviations from mandated Standards, and recording that decision. My obvious question, which MoD has been reluctant to answer in other cases, is: What Production Permits and/or Concessions were signed to support these deviations? The company may offer a reason, but if not supported by a Permit or Concession, their opinion or claim is meaningless (regardless of how valid it is).