Each RAB shall develop a set of operating procedures and the co-chairs are responsible for carrying them out. Areas that should be addressed in the procedures include:
- (a) Clearly defined goals and objectives for the RAB, as determined by the co-chairs in consultation with the RAB,
- (b) Meeting announcements,
- (c) Attendance requirements of members at meetings,
- (d) Development, approval and distribution procedures for the minutes of RAB meetings,
- (e) Meeting frequency and location,
- (f) Rules of order,
- (g) The frequency and procedures for conducting training,
- (h) Procedures for selecting or replacing co-chairs and selecting, replacing, or adding RAB members,
- (i) Specifics on the size of the RAB, periods of membership, and co-chair length of service,
- (j) Review of public comments and responses,
- (k) Participation of the general public,
- (l) Keeping the public informed about proceedings of the RAB,
- (m) Discussing the agenda for the next meeting and issues to be addressed, and
- (n) Methods for resolving disputes.