We do not have sufficient information to be able to agree or disagree with the proposed minimum levels of proficiency. With the limited information provided in Appendix 1, it is not clear as to how the IAESB decided on the minimum levels of proficiency for each competence area. Therefore, the IAESB needs to explain the reasons as to why the proposed minimum levels of proficiency are essential for each competence area, and why the required proficiency levels in Table A are believed to be sufficient, as a minimum, for each competence area.