OCC Heightened Standards (12 CFR Part 30, Appendix D)
The OCC Heightened Standards establish minimum standards for the design and implementation of a risk governance framework for large insured national banks, federal savings associations, and insured federal branches ($50 billion+ in consolidated assets). The standards address the obligation of the board of directors, front-line units, independent risk management, and internal audit. Effective 2014.
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Framework Domains (5)
Part I — Introduction and Scope
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| I.A | Scope |
| I.B | Compliance date |
| I.C | Reservation of authority |
| I.D | Preservation of existing authority |
| I.E | Definitions |
Part II — Operational Risk and Talent Management
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| II.I | Concentration risk management |
| II.J | Risk data aggregation and reporting |
| II.K | Relationship of risk appetite to other processes |
| II.L | Talent management processes |
| II.M | Compensation and performance management |
Part II — Risk Governance Framework Standards
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| II.A | Risk governance framework |
| II.B | Scope of risk governance framework |
| II.C.1 | Front line units roles and responsibilities |
| II.C.2 | Independent risk management |
| II.C.3 | Internal audit |
Part II — Strategic and Risk Appetite Standards
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| II.D | Strategic plan |
| II.E | Risk appetite statement |
| II.F | Concentration and front line unit risk limits |
| II.G | Risk appetite review and monitoring |
| II.H | Processes governing risk limit breaches |
Part III — Board of Directors Standards
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| III.A | Require an effective risk governance framework |
| III.B | Provide active oversight of management |
| III.C | Exercise independent judgment |
| III.D | Include independent directors |
| III.E | Provide ongoing training to all directors |
| III.F | Self-assessments |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is OCC Heightened Standards (12 CFR Part 30, Appendix D)?
OCC Heightened Standards (12 CFR Part 30, Appendix D) is a compliance framework from United States (OCC) with 5 domains and 26 controls. The OCC Heightened Standards establish minimum standards for the design and implementation of a risk governance framework for large insured national banks, federal savings associations, and insured federal branches ($50 billion+ in consolidated assets). The standards address the obligation of the board of directors, front-line units, independent risk management, and internal audit. Effective 2014. It is used by organisations to establish and maintain compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
How many controls does OCC Heightened Standards (12 CFR Part 30, Appendix D) have?
OCC Heightened Standards (12 CFR Part 30, Appendix D) has 26 controls organised across 5 domains. The largest domains are Part III — Board of Directors Standards (6 controls), Part I — Introduction and Scope (5 controls), Part II — Operational Risk and Talent Management (5 controls). Each control defines specific requirements that organisations must implement to achieve compliance.
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