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Understanding the Role of the Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board
The Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board (DNFSB) plays a vital role in ensuring the safety of nuclear facilities administered by the Department of Energy (DOE). Established as an independent agency under the Atomic Energy Act of 1954, the Board's primary function is to review and evaluate standards related to the design, construction, operation, and decommissioning of defense nuclear facilities. The DNFSB ensures that operations meet stringent safety criteria, thus protecting public health and safety.
Comprised of five experts in nuclear safety, appointed by the President with Senate consent, the Board acts as an impartial entity dedicated to maintaining high safety standards. The DNFSB's oversight spans a range of activities and is integral to preventing accidents and ensuring safe operations within the DOE’s nuclear facilities.
Why Monitoring DNFSB Updates is Crucial
For Industry Professionals
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Compliance Officers : Ensuring adherence to the latest safety standards and regulatory changes is critical. With DNFSB's updates, compliance officers can maintain regulatory compliance and avoid costly penalties.
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Nuclear Engineers and Scientists : Professionals in technical roles need to understand the implications of safety board findings to ensure their projects adhere to current regulations and safety practices.
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Policy Analysts and Government Advisors : Staying informed about DNFSB's actions and upcoming regulations enables strategic advice and planning.
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Environmental Health and Safety Managers : Revisions or new mandates issued by the DNFSB can directly impact operational safety practices and procedures.
For Industries
- Nuclear Energy Facilities: These businesses must strictly follow DNFSB guidelines to ensure operational safety and compliance with federal regulations.
- Government Contractors: Contractors involved in the DOE's nuclear projects must stay updated to align their practices with federal safety guidelines.
Strategic Advantages
Monitoring DNFSB regulations, decisions, and updates provides a substantial advantage to industry stakeholders:
- Proactive Strategy Development: Understanding new safety standards and potential regulatory shifts early allows for strategic adjustments ahead of compliance deadlines.
- Risk Management: By keeping abreast of safety notices and reviews, organizations can preemptively address risks.
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Agency Details
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Status:
Independent
The Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board operates as an independent agency, established by the Atomic Energy Act and functions autonomously while still being part of the government. It continues to perform its role with appointed members who are experts in the field of nuclear safety.
- Acronym: DNFSB
- Website: Visit
Latest Documents
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This notice announces the membership of the Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board (DNFSB) Senior Executive Service (SES) Performance Review Board (PRB).
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Notice | Oct 22, 2024 |
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This final rule revises the Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board's (DNFSB or Board) Freedom of Information Act (FOIA or Act) fee schedule and makes conforming amendments to two related provisions of its FOIA regulations.
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Rule | Sep 10, 2024 |
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Notice is hereby given that the Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board (Board) will hold a public hearing on benchmarking of best practices in management of aging infrastructure.
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Notice | Jul 26, 2024 |
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The Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board has made a Recommendation to the Secretary of Energy concerning the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) regulatory safety framework related to onsite transportation and safety deficiencies in Los Alamos Natio...
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Notice | Feb 08, 2024 |
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This final rule adopts, without change, an interim final rule with a request for comments published in the Federal Register on September 19, 2023. The interim final rule created regulations governing the collection of debts owed to the Defense Nuclea...
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Rule | Nov 22, 2023 |
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This notice announces the membership of the Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board (DNFSB) Senior Executive Service (SES) Performance Review Board (PRB).
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Notice | Nov 20, 2023 |
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The Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board (DNFSB or Board) is proposing to revise its Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) fee schedule and to make conforming amendments to two related provisions of its FOIA regulations.
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Proposed Rule | Nov 15, 2023 |
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The Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board (DNFSB) is confirming the effective date of October 10, 2023, for the direct final rule that was published in the Federal Register on July 11, 2023.
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Rule | Sep 19, 2023 |
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The Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board (Board) is issuing interim regulations to govern the collection of debts owed to the Board and to the United States by federal employees.
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Rule | Sep 19, 2023 |
| Notice | Jul 12, 2023 | |
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The Debt Collection Act, as amended, requires federal agencies to either adopt existing regulations or promulgate their own regulations governing the collection of debts owed to the federal government. The Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board (Boa...
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Rule | Jul 11, 2023 |
| Notice | May 22, 2023 | |
| Notice | Mar 21, 2023 | |
| Notice | Dec 20, 2022 | |
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This notice announces the membership of the Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board (DNFSB) Senior Executive Service (SES) Performance Review Board (PRB).
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Notice | Oct 17, 2022 |
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In accordance with the Privacy Act of 1974, the Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board (DNFSB) proposes to establish a new system of records titled "DNFSB--10, Reasonable Accommodation Records." This system of records will include information that D...
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Notice | Aug 22, 2022 |
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Notice is hereby given that the Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board (DNFSB) will hold a Public Hearing regarding legacy cleanup activities, nuclear safety, and increased production activities at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL). The purpose...
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Notice | Aug 18, 2022 |
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The Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board (DNFSB or Board) is confirming the effective date of July 14, 2022, for the direct final rule that was published in the Federal Register on April 15, 2022. The direct final rule revised the Board's Touhy re...
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Rule | Jun 14, 2022 |
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The Touhy regulations of the Defense Nuclear Facilities Board (DNFSB or the Board) set forth procedures for responding to requests for information, documents, or testimony for use in legal proceedings. This direct final rule revises the regulations b...
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Rule | Apr 15, 2022 |
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This notice announces the membership of the Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board (DNFSB) Senior Executive Service (SES) Performance Review Board (PRB).
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Notice | Feb 18, 2022 |
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