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FME Terms and Definitions To better understand Foreign Material Exclusion it is essential to understand the FME terms and definitions. Breach – To alter the integrity of a system or component to the point at which foreign material can enter. Clean Enclosure - A temporary structure erected around a work area to reduce the possibility of foreign material entering a system or component. Examples include glove bags, tents, cages, or temporary buildings. Closeout Inspection - FME area (FMEA) inspection performed upon completion of the work to verify all foreign material has been removed from the inside of the system/component prior...