Guidance relative to the ongoing operation and maintenance of Vital Signs Monitoring networks
Foley M. 2008. To: NPS Regional Directors. Re: Guidance relative to the ongoing operation and maintenance of Vital Signs Monitoring networks
Cover memo and attached guidance document. The memo and guidance document are intended to address the change in programmatic emphasis from monitoring planning and design to operational monitoring by providing updated guidance on the core duties, operations, and expectations for the I&M networks. The document summarizes key policy and guidance for the networks that was issued previously in various documents, and provides supplemental guidance on new activities and emerging issues. Sections include: Background; Purpose of Monitoring; Overview of the Vital Signs Monitoring Program; Network Functions and Staff Responsibilities; Network Information and Data Management; and Monitoring Network Three-year Start-up Reviews.