400 Series

Nuclear Explosive and Weapon Surety Program — by cdornburg — last modified Nov 14, 2015 12:32 AM: This Order provides requirements and responsibilities to prevent unintended/unauthorized detonation and deliberate unauthorized use of nuclear explosives. Cancels DOE O 452.1C. Canceled by DOE O 452.1D Admin Chg 1.
Identifying Classified Information — by Lesley Nelson-Burns — last modified Mar 03, 2022 07:14 PM: To establish the program to identify information classified under the Atomic Energy Act [Restricted Data (RD), Formerly Restricted Data (FRD), and Transclassified Foreign Nuclear Information (TFNI)] or Executive Order (E.O.) 13526 [National Security Information (NSI)], so that it can be protected against unauthorized dissemination. Supersedes DOE O 475.2A.
Preventing and Responding to all Forms of Violence in the Workplace — by Beau Newman — last modified Oct 08, 2019 07:19 PM: The Policy states DOE's expectation regarding the prevention of all forms of violence (to include physical and psychological) within the DOE workplace and providing support and assistance to employees whose lives are affected by workplace violence. Does not cancel/supersede other directives.
DOE's Policy Regarding Laboratories, Plants and Sites Engaging in Strategic Partnership Projects with Other Federal Agencies, Independent Organizations, and the Private Sector — by ageary — last modified Jul 18, 2018 01:28 PM: The purpose of this Policy is to set the context in which DOE and its laboratories, plants, and sites should pursue Strategic Partnership Projects (SPP) with other Federal government agencies, state and local institutions, universities, foreign entities and/or private companies. The Policy is applicable to the DOE laboratories, plants, and sites, and to the DOE programs that own them and facilitate their work. Does not cancel/supersede other directives.
Conduct of Operations — by James Shaw — last modified Feb 07, 2022 03:43 PM: This Order defines the requirements for establishing and implementing Conduct of Operations Programs at Department of Energy (DOE), including National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), facilities and projects. Admin Chg 2, dated 12-3-14, supersedes Admin Chg 1. Superseded by DOE O 422.1 Chg3 (MinChg).
Nuclear Explosive and Weapon Surety Program — by Kyle Watson — last modified Jan 23, 2023 07:55 PM: All nuclear explosives and nuclear explosive operations require special safety, security, and use control consideration because of the potentially unacceptable consequences of an accident or unauthorized act; therefore, a Nuclear Explosive and Weapon Surety (NEWS) Program is established to prevent unintended/unauthorized detonation and deliberate unauthorized use of nuclear explosives. Supersedes DOE O 452.1D.
Nuclear Explosive Safety — by Angela Chambers — last modified Jul 29, 2020 04:14 PM: This Department of Energy (DOE) Order establishes requirements to implement the nuclear explosive safety (NES) elements of DOE O 452.1E, Nuclear Explosive and Weapon Surety Program, or successor directive, for routine and planned nuclear explosive operations (NEOs). Supersedes DOE O 452.2D and DOE M 452.2-1A.
Facility Safety — by Pranab Guha — last modified Jul 27, 2018 05:49 PM: The Order establishes facility and programmatic safety requirements for DOE and NNSA for nuclear safety design criteria, fire protection, criticality safety, natural phenomena hazards (NPH) mitigation, and System Engineer Program. This Page Change is limited in scope to changes necessary to invoke DOE-STD-1104, Review and Approval of Nuclear Facility Safety Basis and Safety Design Basis Document, and revised DOE-STD-3009-2014, Preparation of Nonreactor Nuclear Facility Documented Safety Analysis as required methods. DOE O 420.1C Chg 1, dated 2-27-15, supersedes DOE O 420.1C. Superseded by DOE O 420.1C Chg2 (MinChg)
Strategic Partnership Projects [Formerly Known as Work for Others (Non-Department of Energy Funded Work)] — by ageary — last modified Dec 06, 2016 01:49 PM: Strategic Partnership Projects is work performed for non-DOE entities by DOE/(NNSA personnel and/or their respective contractor personnel or the use of DOE/NNSA facilities for work that is not directly funded by DOE/NNSA appropriations. This Admin Chg address primarily address references to revised directives and the results of departmental reorganization. In addition, the Secretary directed effective immediately work formerly known as Work for Others (WFO) to be renamed Strategic Partnership Projects (SPPs). Admin Chg 2, dated 3-9-15, supersedes DOE O 481.1C Admin Chg 1, dated 3-14-11. Superseded by DOE O481.1D
Implementation Guide for Use in Developing Technical Safety Requirements — by Caroline Garzon — last modified Mar 03, 2022 05:15 PM: This Guide provides a complete description of what Technical Safety Requirements should contain and how they should be developed and maintained. This revision of the guide provides new guidance on Technical Safety Requirements for Specific Administrative Controls, incorporates and addresses lessons learned, and makes clarifications and organization changes to improve usability. Supersedes DOE G 423.1-1A.
Guide on Preventing and Responding to All Forms of Violence in the Workplace — by Beau Newman — last modified Oct 09, 2019 02:53 PM: This guide is a broad overview of the basic tools for development of site specific procedures for responding to workplace violence. Supports implementation of DOE P 444.1. Does not cancel/supersede other directives.
Information Security — by LRuhnow — last modified Sep 16, 2019 01:22 PM: This Order establishes requirements and responsibilities for Department of Energy (DOE) Departmental Elements, including the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), to protect and control classified information as required by statutes, regulation, Executive Orders, government-wide policy directives and guidelines, and DOE policy and directives. (The original DOE O 471.6 canceled DOE M 470.4-4A, except for Section D). Admin Chg 2, dated 5-15-15, supersedes Admin Chg 1. Certified 5-21-2015.
Nuclear Material Control and Accountability — by Debarah Holmer — last modified Sep 15, 2016 06:31 PM: The Order establishes performance objectives, metrics, and requirements for developing, implementing, and maintaining a nuclear material control and accountability (MC&A) program within the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), including the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), and for DOE owned materials at other facilities that are exempt from licensing by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC). Admin Chg 3, dated 5-15-15 supersedes Admin Chg 2.
Strategic Partnership Projects [Formerly Known as Work for Others (Non Department of Energy Funded Work)] — by ageary — last modified Feb 18, 2021 05:22 PM: The Order defines requirements and responsibilities for Strategic Partnership Projects.
Asset Revitalization Guide for Asset Management and Reuse — by Tania Smith — last modified Mar 17, 2021 04:35 PM: Pursuant to the objectives of the Order, the “Asset Revitalization (AR) Guide for Asset Management and Reuse” (AR Guide) was developed to assist DOE and NNSA sites and program offices offer unneeded assets with remaining capacity to the public or other government agencies. DOE continually refines strategies and tools, enabling it to share unique assets, including land, facilities, infrastructure, equipment, and technologies with the public. Real property planning, acquisition, sustainment, and disposal decisions are balanced to accomplish DOE’s mission; reduce risks to workers, the public, and the environment; and minimize lifecycle costs. Does not cancel/supersede other directives.
Security and Use Control of Nuclear Explosives and Nuclear Weapons — by Dale Talbott — last modified May 28, 2021 04:43 PM: The order establishes requirements to implement the nuclear explosive security and use control elements of DOE O 452.1E to ensure authorized use, when directed by proper authority, and protect against deliberate unauthorized acts, deliberate unauthorized use, and denial of authorized use. Supersedes DOE O 452.4B, dated 1-22-10.
Technical Security Program — by Sam Soley — last modified Nov 14, 2017 04:10 PM: This order implements the Department of Energy (DOE) Technical Security Program (TSP). This program represents the convergence of two distinct disciplines: Counterintelligence (CI) and Security Countermeasures. The elements of the TSP are driven by national level, interagency programs that are codified in various laws, Executive Orders, national polices and directives. Supersedes DOE M 470.4-4A Chg 1, dated 10-12-2010, Section D – Technical Surveillance Countermeasures (Official Use Only) and classified annex (Secret); and DOE M 205.1-3 (Official Use Only) and Part II (Secret), dated 4-17-2006.
Laboratory Directed Research and Development — by rames — last modified Apr 11, 2019 02:54 PM: To establish Department of Energy (DOE) requirements for laboratory directed research and development (LDRD) while providing the laboratory director broad flexibility for program implementation. Supersedes DOE O 413.2B. Superseded by DOE O 413.2C Chg1 (MinChg)
Federal Sustainable Print Management — by John Dicus — last modified Jun 15, 2021 05:49 PM: The Guide provides acceptable approaches for implementing the IT sustainability requirements and criteria required by DOE Order 436.1, Departmental Sustainability, dated 5-2-11, and related to the sustainability requirements contained in Executive Order 13693, "Planning for Federal Sustainability in the Next Decade." Does not cancel/supersede other directives.
Use of Institutional Controls — by Derek Favret — last modified Mar 03, 2022 07:04 PM: The Policy ensures that the Department of Energy will use institutional controls in the management of resources, facilities and properties under its control, and in implementing its programmatic responsibilities. Certified 1-28-11. Supersedes DOE P 454.1, dated 4-9-03.
Information Technology Project Execution Model Guide for Small and Medium Projects — by Denise Hill — last modified Oct 09, 2019 02:49 PM: The guide supports consistent and effective implementation of DOE O 415.1 and assists IT Project Managers in effectively managing and applying sound project management to IT projects of small and medium size. Does not cancel/supersede other directives.
Earned Value Management System (EVMS) — by Melvin Frank — last modified Apr 22, 2022 11:52 AM: To support DOE's initiatives to improve program, project, and contract management through the implementation and surveillance of a contractor's Earned Value Management System (EVMS) that is in conformance with DOE O 413.3B, Program and Project Management for the Acquisition of Capital Assets, the American National Standards Institute/Electronic Industries Alliance (ANSI/EIA)-748-B, Earned Value Management System (or as required by contract), and Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 52.234-4, Earned Value Management System (EVMS). Admin Chg 1 dated 10-22-2015.
U.S. Department of Energy Project Definition Rating Index Guide for Traditional Nuclear and Non-Nuclear Construction Projects — by Melvin Frank — last modified Nov 21, 2023 09:28 PM: This DOE Guide provides a tailored model of the CII PDRI for traditional construction projects for use by the DOE programs, as it may apply and is appropriate, when reviewing the levels of adequacy of project scope definition during the project development stages. Admin Chg 1 dated 10-22-2015.
U.S. Department of Energy Acquisition Strategy Guide for Capital Asset Projects — by Melvin Frank — last modified Sep 02, 2021 05:56 PM: This guide serves as a tool for federal project directors (FPDs) and the Integrated Project Team (IPT) for developing a project acquisition strategy document. The DOE O 413.3A requires the development and approval of the acquisition strategy for projects with total project cost (TPC) of $20M or greater, as part of the Critical Decision-1 (CD-1), Approve L
Department of Energy Guide for Project Execution Plans — by John Makepeace — last modified Sep 18, 2018 05:32 PM: The scope of this guide includes basic aspects of the development and maintenance of the plan for projects of any size and complexity for the benefit of the federal project director, who is approved by the acquisition executive, and incorporates contractor input as appropriate. Integrated project teams, program managers (if applicable), program offices, acquisition executives, and contractor project managers can also benefit from the suggestions in this guide. Admin Chg 1 dated 10-22-2015.
Project Completion/Closeout Guide — by Melvin Frank — last modified Sep 02, 2021 05:56 PM: This Guide is developed to provide processes and information for project Closeout. It is based on the principles and requirements taken from DOE O 413.3B. This Guide addresses project transition to operations, lessons learned, physical closeout, and financial closeout. Admin Chg 1 dated 10-22-2015.
Mission Need Statement — by Melvin Frank — last modified Sep 02, 2021 05:57 PM: This Guide provides authors of mission need statements, as identified in DOE O 413.3A, Program and Project Management for the Acquisition of Capital Assets, dated 7-28-06 with suggested content, definitions, and examples for writing a clear statement to support an acquisition executive's decision to initiate exploration of options to fulfill a capability gap, which may include a capital asset acquisition.
Integrated Project Team Guide for Formation and Implementation — by Melvin Frank — last modified Sep 02, 2021 05:57 PM: The guide provides detailed guidance of the preferred processes to form and implement an Integrated Project Team (IPT) in support of proper project execution as prescribed in DOE O 413.3B. Admin Chg 1 dated 10-22-2015.
Staffing Guide for Project Management — by Melvin Frank — last modified Sep 02, 2021 05:57 PM: This Guide provides an approach to determining the appropriate level and type of federal personnel needed to effectively plan, direct, and oversee project execution. Admin Chg 1, dated 10-12-11, cancels DOE G 413.3-19. Admin Chg 2 dated 10-22-2015.
Change Control Management Guide — by Melvin Frank — last modified Sep 02, 2021 05:58 PM: The Guide provides a suggested approach and uniform guidance for managing project and contract changes through applying the requirements of DOE O 413.3B. Admin Chg 1 dated 10-22-2015.
Cost Estimating Guide — by rsanchez — last modified Jun 07, 2018 08:21 PM: This Guide provides uniform guidance and best practices that describe the methods and procedures that could be used in all programs and projects at DOE for preparing cost estimates.
Managing Design and Construction Using Systems Engineering for Use with DOE O 413.3A — by Melvin Frank — last modified Sep 02, 2021 05:50 PM: The goal of this Guide is to provide the Department of Energy's federal project directors (FPDs) with the knowledge, methodologies, and tools needed to meet Order 413.3A's requirement that they plan, implement and complete their assigned project(s) using a System Engineering approach.
Quality Assurance Guide for Project Management — by Melvin Frank — last modified Sep 02, 2021 05:51 PM: This Guide provides information to assist U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Federal Project Directors (FPD) and their Integrated Project Teams (IPT) in carrying out their Quality Assurance (QA)-related roles and responsibilities.
Safeguards and Security for Program and Project Management — by Melvin Frank — last modified Sep 02, 2021 05:51 PM: This Guide addresses the implementation steps for achieving safeguards and security systems that support the Department's projection objectives.
Technology Readiness Assessment Guide — by Melvin Frank — last modified Apr 03, 2023 08:19 PM: This document was developed to assist individuals and teams that will be involved in conducting Technology Readiness Assessments (TRAs) and developing Technology Maturation Plans (TMPs) for the Department of Energy (DOE) capital acquisition assets subjects to DOE O 413.3B.
U.S Department of Energy Performance Baseline Guide — by Melvin Frank — last modified Sep 02, 2021 05:52 PM: This guide identifies key Performance Baseline (PB) elements, development processes, and practices; describes the context in which DOE PB development occurs; and suggests ways of addressing the critical elements in PB development.
High Performance Sustainable Building — by IGraff — last modified Apr 06, 2020 02:39 PM: This Guide highlights the DOE O 413.3B drivers for incorporating high performance sustainable building (HPSB) principles into Critical Decisions 1 through 4 and provides guidance for implementing the Order's HPSB requirements. Canceled/superseded by DOE G 413.3-6B.
U.S. Department of Energy Project Review Guide for Capital Asset Projects — by John Makepeace — last modified Sep 18, 2018 05:32 PM: This guide is a tool for Federal Project Directors (FPD) and Federal Program Managers in planning and preparing for appropriate reviews as an integral part of the project planning and implementation cycle.
Program and Project Management for the Acquisition of Capital Assets — by jglascock — last modified May 12, 2020 07:02 PM: The purpose of this Order is to a) provide the Department of Energy (DOE) Elements, including the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), with program and project management direction for the acquisition of capital assets with the goal of delivering projects within the original performance baseline (PB), cost and schedule, and fully capable of meeting mission performance, safeguards and security, and environmental, safety, and health requirements unless impacted by a directed change; and b) implement Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Circulars to include: A-11, Part 7, Capital Programming Guide, which prescribes new requirements and leading practices for project and acquisition management; A-123, Management's Responsibility for Internal Control, which defines management's responsibility for internal control in Federal agencies; and A-131, Value Engineering, which requires that all Federal agencies use Value Engineering (VE) as a management tool.
The Safe Handling of Unbound Engineered Nanoparticles — by Robin Keeler — last modified Feb 18, 2021 05:10 PM: The Order establishes requirements and assigns responsibilities for activities involving unbound engineered nanoparticles (UNP) to ensure that work involving UNP occurs in a safe and secure manner that protects workers, the public, and the environment.
Protection of Human Subjects in Classified Research — by Elizabeth White — last modified Dec 04, 2019 03:55 PM: This notice supplements DOE O 443.1B and 10 CFR Part 745 by addressing the Department of Energy (DOE)-specific requirements for the protection of human subjects involved in research that is classified, in whole or in part.
Performance Baseline Guide — by Michael Fenn — last modified Feb 18, 2021 05:09 PM: The guide identifies key PB elements, development processes, and practices; describes the context in which DOE PB development occurs; and suggests ways of addressing the critical elements in PB development.
Safeguards and Security Program — by Marc Brooks — last modified Mar 03, 2022 07:10 PM: The Safeguards and Security Program ensures that the Department of Energy efficiently and effectively meets all its obligations to protect Special Nuclear Material, other nuclear materials, classified matter, sensitive information, government property and facilities, and the safety and security of employees, contractors, and the general public. Supersedes DOE P 470.1A.
Cost Estimating Guide — by Melvin Frank — last modified Sep 02, 2021 05:59 PM: The objective of this Guide is to improve the quality of cost estimates and further strengthen the DOE program/project management system. The original 25 separate chapters and three appendices have been combined to create a single document.
Implementation Guide for Use with DOE M 435.1-1 — by Linda Suttora — last modified Jan 13, 2021 07:40 PM: The objective of the guide is to ensure that responsible individuals understand what is necessary and acceptable for implementing the requirements of DOE M 435.1-1. Separate chapters have been combined to form a single document. Individual chapters have been archived.
Implementation Guide for Use with DOE O 460.1A, Packaging and Transportation Safety — by James Shuler — last modified Apr 22, 2019 02:29 PM: This Guide provides information concerning the use of current principles and practices, including regulatory guidance from the U. S. Department of Transportation and the U. S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission, where available, to establish and implement effective packaging and transportation safety programs. Does not cancel/supersede other directives. The guide and attachments have been combined into one document.
Nuclear Material Packaging — by James Shaw — last modified Mar 03, 2022 05:21 PM: The manual provides detailed packaging requirements for protecting workers from exposure to nuclear materials stored outside of an approved engineered contamination barrier. Supersedes DOE M 441.1-1, dated 3-7-08.
Protection Program Operations — by rfaiver — last modified Jan 05, 2018 06:15 PM: The Order establishes requirements for the management and operation of the DOE Federal Protective Forces (FPF), Contractor Protective Forces (CPF), and the Physical Security of property and personnel under the cognizance of DOE. Supersedes DOE O 473.3. NOTE: Safeguards and Security Alarm Management and Control Systems, of DOE O 473.3, is retained as Attachment 3, Annex 1.
Protection of Human Research Subjects — by Elizabeth White — last modified Dec 04, 2019 02:54 PM: The Order establishes DOE-specific policy and principles for the protection of human subjects involved in DOE research, and DOE procedures and responsibilities for implementing the policy and requirements set forth in Title 45 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 46, Protection of Human Subjects, and 10 CFR Part 745, Protection of Human Subjects. Supersedes DOE O 443.1B.
Hazardous Materials Packaging and Transportation Safety — by Joanne Lorence — last modified Jun 06, 2016 07:00 PM: The Order establishes safety requirements for the proper packaging and transportation of offsite shipments and onsite transfers of radioactive and other hazardous materials, and for modal transportation.
Program and Project Management for the Acquisition of Capital Assets — by jglascock — last modified May 12, 2020 07:02 PM: The purpose of this Order is to a) provide the Department of Energy (DOE) Elements, including the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), with program and project management direction for the acquisition of capital assets with the goal of delivering projects within the original performance baseline (PB), cost and schedule, and fully capable of meeting mission performance, safeguards and security, and environmental, safety, and health requirements unless impacted by a directed change; and b) implement Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Circulars to include: A-11, Part 7, Capital Programming Guide, which prescribes new requirements and leading practices for project and acquisition management; A-123, Management's Responsibility for Internal Control, which defines management's responsibility for internal control in Federal agencies; and A-131, Value Engineering, which requires that all Federal agencies use Value Engineering (VE) as a management tool. Supersedes DOE O 413.3B Chg 1 (AdminChg)
Management of the Department of Energy Nuclear Security Enterprise — by Shawna Schwartz — last modified Jun 06, 2016 07:01 PM: The Order defines and affirms the authorities and responsibilities of the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) for the management of the Department of Energy Nuclear Weapons Complex and emphasizes that the management of the United States nuclear weapons stockpile is the DOE's highest priority for the NNSA and the DOE Nuclear Weapons Complex.
The Safe Handling of Unbound Engineered Nanoparticles — by Robin Keeler — last modified Mar 03, 2022 07:06 PM: The Order establishes requirements and assigns responsibilities for activities involving unbound engineered nanoparticles (UNP) to ensure that work involving UNP occurs in a safe and secure manner that protects workers, the public, and the environment.
Packaging and Transportation for Offsite Shipment of Materials of National Security Interest — by Matthew Weber — last modified Oct 08, 2019 06:27 PM: The purpose of this Order is to make clear that the packaging and transportation of all offsite shipments of Materials of National Security Interest (MNSI) for DOE must be conducted in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) and Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) regulations that would be applicable to comparable commercial shipments, except where an alternative course of action is identified in this Order. Superseded by DOE O 461.1C Chg1 (MinChg)
Real Property Asset Management — by Scott Whiteford — last modified Oct 08, 2019 04:03 PM: The directive establishes an integrated corporate-level, performance based approach to the life-cycle management of our real property assets. It links real property asset planning, programming, budgeting and evaluation to the Department's multi-faceted missions. Successful implementation of this order will enable the Department to carry out stewardship responsibilities, and will ensure that facilities and infrastructure are properly sized and in a condition to meet our mission requirements today and in the future. Supersedes DOE O 430.1B Chg 2.
Nuclear Material Control and Accountability — by Debarah Holmer — last modified Feb 08, 2023 03:26 PM: The Order establishes performance objectives, metrics, and requirements for developing, implementing, and maintaining a nuclear material control and accountability (MC&A) program within the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), including the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), and for DOE owned materials at other facilities that are exempt from licensing by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC). Chg 4 (PgChg) supersedes AdminChg 3, dated 5-15-15. Canceled by DOE O 474.2A, dated 2-7-23.
Differing Professional Opinions for Technical Issues Involving Environmental, Safety, and Health Technical Concerns — by Thomas Hiltz — last modified Mar 03, 2022 07:04 PM: This Order establishes the Department of Energy (DOE) Differing Professional Opinion (DPO) process for employees to raise technical concerns related to environment, safety, and health (ES&H) which cannot be resolved using routine processes. Chg 1 supersedes DOE O 442.2 dated 6-29-2011.
Conduct and Approval of Select Agent and Toxin Work at Department of Energy Sites — by Robin Keeler — last modified Mar 03, 2022 05:19 PM: The purpose of this policy is to establish the Department’s expectations for the establishment and operation of DOE research laboratories that utilize select agents and toxins (as regulated by the United States Department of Health and Human Services and the United States Department of Agriculture), hereinafter called LABS; and to assess future policy needs through the DOE Biosurety Executive Working Group for the operation, coordination, and oversight of these LABS.
Design Basis Threat (DBT) Order — by Gary White — last modified Sep 10, 2020 06:51 PM: This Order is classified (Secret // RD // NOFORN) and will not be available on the Directives portal. This Order cancels and supersedes DOE O 470.3B, Graded Security Protection Policy (U), dated 8-12-08. For distribution, contact Gary White, 301-903-6874, gary.whitejr@hq.doe.gov
Strategic Partnership Projects [Formerly Known as Work for Others (Non-Department of Energy Funded Work)] — by ageary — last modified Mar 11, 2019 03:34 PM: Strategic Partnership Projects is work performed for non-DOE entities by DOE/(NNSA personnel and/or their respective contractor personnel or the use of DOE/NNSA facilities for work that is not directly funded by DOE/NNSA appropriations. Supersedes DOE O 481.1C Chg2 (Admin Chg). Superseded by DOE O 481.1E.
Hazardous Materials Packaging and Transportation Safety — by Joanne Lorence — last modified Jun 13, 2022 07:58 PM: This Order of the Department of Energy (DOE), including the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), establishes safety requirements for the proper packaging and transportation of offsite shipments and onsite transfers of hazardous materials, including radioactive materials.
Program and Project Management for the Acquisition of Capital Assets — by jglascock — last modified Oct 16, 2017 07:19 PM: The Order provides DOE and NNSA with program and project management direction for the acquisition of capital assets with the goal of delivering projects within the original performance baseline (PB), cost and schedule, and fully capable of meeting mission performance, safeguards and security, and environmental, safety, and health requirements unless impacted by a directed change and supports implementation of OMB Circulars A-11, A-123 and A-131. Supersedes DOE O 413.3B Chg 2 (PgChg)
DOE Cooperative Research and Development Agreements — by jlucas — last modified Feb 13, 2019 06:41 PM: The order establishes policy, requirements, and responsibilities for the oversight, management, and administration of Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) activities at DOE facilities. Cancels DOE O 483.1A
DOE Scientific Integrity Policy — by Steve Binkley and Dimitri Kusnezov — last modified Jan 23, 2024 09:50 PM: The policy is intended to enhance our culture by establishing a unified framework for scientific integrity. For questions relating to NNSA, contact Dimitri Kusnezov. Supersedes DOE P 411.2.
Scientific Integrity — by Steve Binkley and Dimitri Kusnezov — last modified Jul 18, 2018 12:53 PM: This Order implements DOE P 411.2A to ensure a culture of scientific integrity and facilitate free flow of scientific and technical information. For questions relating to NNSA, contact Dimitri Kusnezov. Does not cancel/supersede other directives
Information Technology Project Management — by Denise Hill — last modified Mar 08, 2021 03:24 PM: The Order provides program and project management direction for the acquisition and management of IT projects, investments, and initiatives. These changes implement The Federal Information Technology Acquisition Reform Act (FITARA) Supersedes DOE O 415.1 Admin Chg 1.
Federal Technical Capability Program — by Jeanette Yarrington — last modified Oct 08, 2019 03:47 PM: To define requirements and responsibilities for meeting the Department of Energy (DOE) commitment to recruiting, deploying, developing, and retaining a technically competent workforce that will accomplish DOE missions in a safe and efficient manner through the Federal Technical Capability Program (FTCP). Supersedes DOE O 426.1.Superseded by DOE O 426.1A Chg1 MinChg
Integrated Safety Management — by James Dillard — last modified Mar 03, 2022 05:23 PM: To ensure that the Department of Energy (DOE), including the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), systematically integrates safety into management and work practices at all levels, so that missions are accomplished efficiently while protecting the workers, the public, and the environment. Supersedes DOE O 450.2, dated 4-24-2011.
Foreign Engagements with DOE National Laboratories — by jlabarge — last modified Dec 13, 2019 09:18 PM: The Department is committed to making DOE National Laboratories available to non-DOE entities, including foreign entities, as long as such work is consistent with or complementary to the missions of DOE and the laboratory to which the work is to be assigned, and does not impede the laboratory's ability to successfully accomplish its DOE missions.
Safeguards and Security Program — by Natasha L. Wright — last modified Sep 27, 2021 06:22 PM: The order establishes responsibilities and program planning and management requirements for the Safeguards and Security Program. Supersedes DOE O 470.4B Chg 1.
Radiation Protection of the Public and the Environment — by Derek Favret — last modified Sep 17, 2020 12:46 PM: The order establishes requirements to protect the public and the environment against undue risk from radiation associated with radiological activities conducted under the control of DOE pursuant to the Atomic Energy Act of 1954, as amended. Cancels DOE 5400.5 in its entirety. Superseded by DOE O 458.1 Chg 4 (LtdChg), dated 9-15-20.
Real Property and Asset Management — by Diane Johnson — last modified Jun 15, 2017 12:11 PM: The directive establishes an integrated corporate-level, performance based approach to the life-cycle management of our real property assets. It links real property asset planning, programming, budgeting and evaluation to the Department's multi-faceted missions. Successful implementation of this order will enable the Department to carry out stewardship responsibilities, and will ensure that facilities and infrastructure are properly sized and in a condition to meet our mission requirements today and in the future. Supersedes DOE O 430.1A Chg 1.
Technical Security Program — by Sam Soley — last modified Mar 03, 2022 07:11 PM: This order implements the Department of Energy (DOE) Technical Security Program (TSP). This program represents the convergence of two distinct disciplines: Counterintelligence (CI) and Security Countermeasures. The elements of the TSP are driven by national level, interagency programs that are codified in various laws, Executive Orders, national polices and directives. Supersedes DOE M 470.4-4A Chg 1, dated 10-12-2010, Section D – Technical Surveillance Countermeasures (Official Use Only) and classified annex (Secret); and DOE M 205.1-3 (Official Use Only) and Part II (Secret), dated 4-17-2006. Supersedes DOE O 470.6.
National Environmental Policy Act Compliance Program — by Narayan Subramanian — last modified Feb 11, 2021 07:48 PM: This Policy establishes DOE’s expectations for implementing the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA); the Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) Regulations for Implementing the Procedural Provisions of NEPA (40 CFR Parts 1500-1508); and the DOE NEPA Implementing Procedures (10 CFR Part 1021).
Protection Program Operations — by Mark Hojnacke — last modified Sep 02, 2021 07:29 PM: This Order establishes requirements for the management and operation of the Department of Energy (DOE) Federal Protective Forces (FPF) and Contractor Protective Forces (CPF), and the physical security of property and personnel under the cognizance of DOE. Supersedes DOE O 473.3A.
Integrated Safety Management Policy — by James Dillard — last modified Apr 13, 2022 02:28 PM: To establish the Department of Energy's (DOE) expectation for safety, including integrated safety management that will enable the Department’s mission goals to be accomplished efficiently while ensuring safe operations at all departmental facilities and activities. Supersedes DOE P 450.4A.
Program and Project Management for the Acquisition of Capital Assets — by jglascock — last modified Apr 20, 2018 03:13 PM: The Order provides DOE and NNSA with program and project management direction for the acquisition of capital assets with the goal of delivering projects within the original performance baseline (PB), cost and schedule, and fully capable of meeting mission performance, safeguards and security, and environmental, safety, and health requirements unless impacted by a directed change and supports implementation of OMB Circulars A-11, A-123 and A-131. Supersedes DOE O 413.3B Chg 3 (PgChg). Superseded by DOE O 413.3B Chg 5 (MinChg)
Program and Project Management for the Acquisition of Capital Assets — by Melvin Frank — last modified Feb 10, 2021 04:12 PM: The Order provides DOE and NNSA with program and project management direction for the acquisition of capital assets with the goal of delivering projects within the original performance baseline (PB), cost and schedule, and fully capable of meeting mission performance, safeguards and security, and environmental, safety, and health requirements unless impacted by a directed change. Implements OMB Circulars A-11, A-123 and A-131. Supersedes DOE O 413.3B Chg 4 (Min Chg)
Cost Estimating Guide — by Melvin Frank — last modified Sep 02, 2021 05:58 PM: This Guide provides uniform guidance and best practices that describe the methods and procedures that could be used in all programs and projects at DOE for preparing cost estimates. Supersedes DOE G 413.3-21 Admin Chg 1.
Analysis of Alternatives Guide — by Melvin Frank — last modified Sep 02, 2021 05:59 PM: This Guide assists individuals and teams in conducting Analysis of Alternatives (AoA) for capital asset projects and programs consistent with published Government Accountability Office (GAO) best practices. The suggested DOE tailored process uses a systems engineering methodology that integrates requirements analysis based on mission need, identification and analysis of alternatives, risk identification and analysis, and concept exploration in order to evolve a cost effective, preferred alternative to meet a mission need.
Facility Safety — by Pranab Guha — last modified Nov 15, 2019 08:38 PM: The Order establishes facility and programmatic safety requirements for DOE and NNSA for nuclear safety design criteria, fire protection, criticality safety, natural phenomena hazards (NPH) mitigation, and System Engineer Program. This Page Change is limited in scope to changes necessary to invoke DOE-STD-1104, Review and Approval of Nuclear Facility Safety Basis and Safety Design Basis Document, and revised DOE-STD-3009-2014, Preparation of Nonreactor Nuclear Facility Documented Safety Analysis as required methods. Supersedes DOE O 420.1C Chg1 (PgChg).
Project Reviews for Capital Asset Projects — by Melvin Frank — last modified Sep 02, 2021 05:54 PM: This Guide is a tool for federal project directors (FPDs), integrated project teams and federal program managers in planning and executing project reviews outlined in DOE O 413.3B. It addresses the reviews that are conducted from outside the project team during the lifecycle of a project based on the critical decision (CD) milestones, complexity, and duration of a project. Supersedes DOE G 413.3-9 Chg1 (AdminChg)
Project Execution Plans — by Melvin Frank — last modified Sep 02, 2021 05:56 PM: The scope of this guide includes basic aspects of the development and maintenance of the plan for projects of any size and complexity for the benefit of the federal project director, who is approved by the acquisition executive, and incorporates contractor input as appropriate. Integrated project teams, program managers (if applicable), program offices, acquisition executives, and contractor project managers can also benefit from the suggestions in this guide. Supersedes DOE G 413.3-15 Chg1 (AdminChg).
Strategic Partnership Projects [Formerly Known as Work for Others (Non-Department of Energy Funded Work)] — by ageary — last modified Dec 13, 2019 09:29 PM: Strategic Partnership Projects is work performed for non-DOE entities by DOE/(NNSA personnel and/or their respective contractor personnel or the use of DOE/NNSA facilities for work that is not directly funded by DOE/NNSA appropriations. Cancels DOE O 481.1D and DOE M 481.1-1A Chg1 (PgChg).
Department of Energy Employee Concerns Program — by Michelle Rodriguez de Varela — last modified Nov 16, 2022 02:40 PM: The purpose of this Order is to establish the criteria and processes to maintain a consistent Employee Concerns Program (ECP) across the Department of Energy (DOE), including the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA). This Order provides direction to federal employees with respect to implementation of the ECP administered by federal ECP Managers (DOE ECP Managers) at DOE headquarters and at DOE/NNSA Field Offices (DOE ECP). Cancels/Supersedes DOE O 442.1A dated 6-6-01 and DOE G 442.1-1 dated 2-01-99.
DOE Cooperative Research and Development Agreements — by Brian Lally — last modified Dec 13, 2019 09:24 PM: The order establishes policy, requirements, and responsibilities for the oversight, management, and administration of Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) activities at DOE facilities. Supersedes DOE O 483.1B
Department of Energy Foreign Government Talent Recruitment Programs — by John LaBarge — last modified Apr 23, 2021 07:56 PM: To ensure the continued flow of scientific and technical information consistent with the Department of Energy’s (DOE) broad scientific mission, while also ensuring protection of U.S. competitive and national security interests and DOE program objectives; and limiting unauthorized transfers of scientific and technical information.
Nuclear Facilities Commissioning — by Melvin Frank — last modified Sep 02, 2021 05:59 PM: This guide addresses best practices for planning and executing the commissioning of equipment, components, structures, and systems comprising nuclear facilities. The best practices in this guide come from recent lessons learned from nuclear construction projects. The Department of Energy (DOE) has restarted or started up nearly 200 nuclear facilities since 1992. Projects that follow this non-mandatory guidance will have a thorough, carefully planned process for confirming that nuclear facilities conform to design requirements thus increasing the likelihood that they will perform as intended following the introduction of radioactive materials.
Information Security — by LRuhnow — last modified Aug 25, 2023 08:00 PM: The protection and control of classified information is critical to our nation’s security. This Order establishes requirements and responsibilities for Department of Energy (DOE) Departmental Elements, including the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), to protect and control classified information as required by statutes, regulation, Executive Orders, government-wide policy directives and guidelines, and DOE policy and directives. Such requirements and responsibilities include providing direction to Departmental programs and contractors to ensure that all applicable laws, regulations, policies, directives and other requirements are followed or achieved, and that classified information is properly protected and controlled. Supersedes DOE O 471.6 Chg 2 (Admin Chg), dated 5-15-2015.
Conduct of Operations — by James Heffner — last modified Feb 04, 2022 08:23 PM: This Order defines the requirements for establishing and implementing Conduct of Operations Programs at Department of Energy (DOE), including National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), facilities and projects. Supersedes Admin Chg 2. The Order was updated to clarify which Technical Standards are invoked.
Verification of Readiness to Start Up or Restart Nuclear Facilities — by James Shaw — last modified Mar 03, 2022 05:16 PM: The order establishes requirements for verifying readiness for startup of new Hazard Category 1, 2, and 3 nuclear facilities, activities, and operations, and for restart of existing Hazard Category 1, 2, and 3 nuclear facilities, activities, and operations that have been shut down. Supersedes DOE O 425.1D Chg 1. The Order was updated to clarify that it does not invoke Technical Standards.
Federal Technical Capability Program — by Jeanette Yarrington — last modified Mar 09, 2020 08:06 PM: To define requirements and responsibilities for meeting the Department of Energy (DOE) commitment to recruiting, deploying, developing, and retaining a technically competent workforce that will accomplish DOE missions in a safe and efficient manner through the Federal Technical Capability Program (FTCP). Supersedes DOE O 426.1A. The Order was updated to clarify that it does not invoke Technical Standards. Canceled/superseded by DOE O 426.1B/
Real Property Asset Management — by Scott Whiteford — last modified Sep 21, 2020 03:23 PM: The directive establishes an integrated corporate-level, performance based approach to the life-cycle management of our real property assets. It links real property asset planning, programming, budgeting and evaluation to the Department's multi-faceted missions. Successful implementation of this order will enable the Department to carry out stewardship responsibilities, and will ensure that facilities and infrastructure are properly sized and in a condition to meet our mission requirements today and in the future. Supersedes DOE O 430.1C. The Order was updated to clarify that it does not invoke Technical Standards.
Packaging and Transportation for Offsite Shipment of Materials of National Security Interest — by Matthew Weber — last modified May 20, 2020 01:52 PM: The purpose of this Order is to make clear that the packaging and transportation of all offsite shipments of Materials of National Security Interest (MNSI) for DOE must be conducted in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) and Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) regulations that would be applicable to comparable commercial shipments, except where an alternative course of action is identified in this Order. Supersedes DOE O 461.1C. The Order was updated to clarify which Technical Standards are invoked.
Facility Safety — by Garrett Smith — last modified Apr 25, 2023 08:02 PM: The Order establishes facility and programmatic safety requirements for DOE and NNSA for nuclear safety design criteria, fire protection, criticality safety, natural phenomena hazards (NPH) mitigation, and System Engineer Program. This change cancels DOE O 5480.30, Nuclear Reactor Safety Design Criteria, and adds a new section on this topic to Attachment 3. Supersedes DOE O 420.1C Chg2 (MinChg). Cancels DOE O 5480.30.
Secretarial Policy Statement on Nanoscale Safety — by Robin Keeler — last modified Mar 03, 2022 07:05 PM: The safety of its employees, the public, and the environment is the Department’s number one priority. This policy statement is issued to establish a framework for working safely with nanomaterials. Nanomaterials exhibit unique properties that can affect physical, chemical and biological attributes. Much of the scientific information on the safety, health and environmental hazards of working with these materials is yet to be determined. With the establishment of the Department’s Nanoscale Science Research Centers and other emerging programs, research and development in nanoscience will increase significantly for the foreseeable future. Supersedes DOE P 456.1, dated 9-15-2005.
Foreign Engagements with DOE National Laboratories — by John LaBarge — last modified Jul 22, 2020 08:18 PM: International research collaboration and the openness of the U.S. scientific community continue to be a bedrock for U.S. scientific research and technological development. For this reason, the Department is committed to making DOE National Laboratories available to non-DOE entities, including foreign entities, provided such work is consistent with or complementary to the missions of DOE and the laboratory to which the work is to be assigned, and does not impede the laboratory’s ability to successfully accomplish its DOE missions. Supersedes DOE P 485.1, dated 1-19-2017.
DOE Cooperative Research and Development Agreements — by Brian Lally — last modified Aug 22, 2022 05:04 PM: To establish Department of Energy (DOE) policy, requirements, and responsibilities for the oversight, management, and administration of Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) activities at DOE facilities. Supersedes DOE O 483.1 Chg 1 (MinChg), dated 2-8-2019.
Strategic Partnership Projects [Formerly Known as Work for Others (Non-Department of Energy Funded Work)] — by Scott Geary — last modified Mar 16, 2022 08:05 PM: Strategic Partnership Projects (SPP) [formerly known as “Work for Others” (WFO)] is work performed for non-Department of Energy (DOE) entities by DOE/National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) personnel and/or their respective DOE/NNSA Site/Facility Management Contractor personnel, or the use of DOE/NNSA facilities for work that is not directly funded by DOE/NNSA appropriations. Supersedes DOE O 481.1E, dated 12-20-2018.
Protection of Human Research Subjects — by Elizabeth White — last modified Jan 06, 2020 04:52 PM: To establish Department of Energy (DOE)-specific policy and principles for the protection of human subjects involved in DOE research, and DOE procedures and responsibilities for implementing the policy and requirements set forth in Title 45 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 46, Protection of Human Subjects, and 10 CFR Part 745, Protection of Human Subjects, and the 1997 Presidential Memorandum, “Strengthened Protections for Human Subjects of Classified Research,” dated March 27, 1997. Supersedes DOE O 443.1B Chg 1, dated 3-17-11. Cancels DOE N 443.1, dated 1-21-16.

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