Policy 1.4.5 of the Prevention Division Policy and Procedure Manual provides for a right of appeal to the Director, Field Operations, with respect to the decision of a regional manager on orders issued by a Board officer. By resolution of April 23, 1998, this policy was extended to cover appeals against the non-issue of orders as well. To facilitate decision-making, the Panel has authorized the Vice-President, Prevention Division, to assign in writing to any director or assistant director in that Division with relevant expertise the appeal functions granted to the Director, Field Operations, under the policy.