A vintage-style poster with hands holding a clipboard labeled 'CHECKLIST' and an open book titled 'TECHNICA MANUAL' against a dark blue background with a ship silhouette. Text at the top reads 'FOLLOW PROCEDURES AS IF YOUR LIFE DEPENDED ON IT', and a banner at the bottom says 'WRITTEN IN BLOOD'.

poster on this topic: Procedure Compliance means that every step in a procedure is understood and performed as written, without deviation. If a deviation from the procedure is necessary for accomplishment, then the procedure is inadequate and shall not be used until corrections are made. When personnel cannot understand the procedure, use the procedure as written, or feel rushed to complete the procedure, they are expected to stop, place the equipment and material in a safe condition, and notify their supervisor. Personnel never fabricate a work-around or use an unvetted procedure unless situationally required to prevent imminent personnel injury or catastrophic equipment damage. Procedural Compliance: Following written guidance and procedures carefully. Read the instructions before completing a task. Use the official references, technical manuals, and guidance. In the U.S. Navy there is a written procedure, checklist, or maintenance requirement for everything. Most of these were written in blood, meaning they were written down or updated following a mishap where someone was hurt or killed because the previous procedure was incorrect or could not be properly followed. Procedural compliance is nothing more than following instructions as if your life depended on it. See more