This document discusses foreign object damage (FOD) prevention. It defines FOD and outlines a company policy to design and deliver FOD-free products. The company's facilities are divided into three areas - FOD Awareness, FOD Control, and FOD Critical - with increasing restrictions based on FOD risk. Everyone must follow clean-as-you-go practices and FOD prevention procedures appropriate for the area. Visitors to manufacturing areas may need an escort and to follow area-specific guidelines. The overall goal is to prevent any foreign objects that could damage products or systems.

1. FOREIGN OBJECT DAMAGE
PREVENTION

2. Objectives
When you complete this material, you will be able
to:
– Identify different categories of foreign objects
– Understand the consequences of foreign object damage
– Identify the different FOD prevention area designations
– Know whom to contact for more information

3. Definitions and Key Terms

4. Our Policy
Our commitment is to design, build, and deliver
FOD-free products
We have made a commitment to our customers as
a company
FOD Prevention is everybody’s responsibility
The FOD Program Office will provide the tools,
processes, and information necessary for success

5. This policy is company-wide, and
applies to all sites and those people
who conduct work at or visit our
company.
Non-compliance may result in
immediate removal from the facility.

6. How the Policy Is Put Into Practice
FOD is an issue everywhere
FOD is more of a hazard in some areas than others
– Each site is divided into three area types:
FOD Awareness—Most basic; includes office areas
FOD Control—FOD has higher potential
FOD Critical—Most sensitive areas
– In all areas, Clean As You Go is in effect

7. Clean As You Go
Definition:
Stopping points during the normal work shift, at
the end of a task, and at the end of the shift, to
remove generated debris from the detail,
assembly, and shop area before it has a chance
to migrate to an out-of-sight or inaccessible
area and cause damage or give the appearance
of poor workmanship.

8. Key Definitions
FOD FOD Awareness
FOD Control FOD Critical
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9. FOD: Formal Definition
Foreign Object Damage (FOD) - Any damage attributed to a
foreign object, expressed in physical or economic terms, which
may or may not degrade the product's required safety and/or
performance characteristics
Foreign Object Debris (FOD) - An article or substance alien to
the aircraft or assembly that has been allowed to invade the
product
Anything that is where it doesn’t belong can be FOD!
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10. FOD Awareness
A lower potential for FOD entrapment or migration
All areas within the facility that are not designated as FOD Critical or
FOD Control
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11. FOD Control
Areas in which there exists a high potential for FOD entrapment and
migration to the final product. These include, but are not limited to:
– Aircraft assemblies
– Major joining operations
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12. FOD Critical
Areas that are at the highest risk for potential FOD incidents
Exposure to foreign objects may cause system or product failures
These areas may include but are not limited to operational aircraft or
engine buildup
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13. FOD Areas and
Requirements

14. FOD Awareness Areas
Areas are FOD Awareness unless designated
otherwise
Non-Manufacturing Areas
– No markings or signs are required
Manufacturing Areas
– May be marked with signs
– Personal tools are marked with employee number
– Housekeeping and clean-as-you-go standards are
strictly enforced
– Food, drink, and smokeless tobacco allowed only
in designated areas

15. FOD Control
Clearly marked with floor markings or
stanchions with chains or ribbons and approved
signs
Housekeeping and clean-as- you-go standards
are strictly enforced
Dress code, including jewelry, strictly enforced
Company provided Personal Packs may be
used (use determined by Program)
Food, drink, and smokeless tobacco allowed
only in designated areas
Use company-provided tools unless otherwise
specified
Must be FOD-certified to enter or escorted by
someone has current FOD certification

16. FOD Critical
Clearly marked with approved signs and stanchions with
chains or ribbons
Controlled entry
Unassigned items are logged in/out
Housekeeping and clean-as-you-go standards are
strictly enforced
Company provided Personal Packs may be used (use
determined by Program)
Must be FOD-certified to enter or escorted by someone
has current FOD certification
No food, drink or tobacco products are allowed
Dress code, including jewelry, strictly enforced
Tools used are company provided or logged into the
Temporary Tool and Equipment Log or Tool Use
Inventory Sheet (TUIS)

17. Different Areas:
Different Requirements
The more sensitive an area is to FOD, the more
precautions must be taken
Everyone must follow these precautions
Clean As You Go is always in effect

18. Visitor Guidelines
All visitors to manufacturing areas may need to sign a FOD letter
Visitors to
FOD Control
and FOD Critical
areas must be escorted at all times!
Individuals being escorted must comply with area guidelines.
• Keep track of your tools & other items
• Report any lost or missing items to the area Supervisor
If you have any questions or are unsure about these and other
guidelines, ask your escort.

19. For More Information
Contact your
Buyer or
Sponsor