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Department of Energy Federal Technical Capabilities — by Jeanette Yarrington — last modified Mar 03, 2022 05:17 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 Chg1 (MinChg).
High Performance Sustainable Building — by Melvin Frank — last modified Sep 02, 2021 05:52 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. Cancels/supersedes DOE G 413.3-6A Chg 1 (AdminChg).
Protection of Use Control Vulnerabilities and Designs — by Dale Talbott — last modified May 28, 2021 04:19 PM
The order establishes the policy, process and procedures for control of sensitive use control information in nuclear weapon data (NWD) categories Sigma 14 and Sigma 15 to ensure that dissemination of the information must be restricted to individuals with valid need to know. Cancels DOE O 452.7.
Nuclear Explosive Safety — by Kyle Watson — last modified May 28, 2021 04:09 PM
This Department of Energy (DOE) Order (O) establishes requirements to implement the nuclear explosive safety (NES) elements of DOE O 452.1, Nuclear Explosive and Weapon Surety Program, current version, for routine and planned nuclear explosive operations (NEOs) and nuclear explosive-like assemblies (NELAs). Supersedes DOE O 452.2E.
Foreign Government Sponsored or Affiliated Activities — by Jeremy Ison — last modified Jul 09, 2021 05:50 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; preventing potential conflicts of interest, e.g., financial interests, conflicts of commitment, and outside employment, which may undermine the DOE research enterprise; and limiting unauthorized transfers of scientific and technical information. Cancels DOE O 486.1, dated 6-7-2019.
Quality Assurance — by Christian Palay — last modified Mar 03, 2022 05:07 PM
To ensure that Department of Energy (DOE), including National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), products and services meet or exceed customers’requirements and expectations.To achieve quality for all work based upon the following principles: (1) All work, as defined in this Order, is conducted through an integrated and effective management system; (2) Management support for planning, organization, resources, direction, and control is essential to quality assurance (QA); (3) Performance and quality improvement require thorough, rigorous assessments and effective corrective actions; (4) All personnel are responsible for achieving and maintaining quality; and (5) Risks and adverse mission impacts associated with work processes are minimized while maximizing reliability and performance of work products. To establish additional process-specific quality requirements to be implemented under a Quality Assurance Program (QAP) for the control of suspect/counterfeit items (S/CIs), and nuclear safety software as defined in this Order. Supersedes DOE O 414.1D Chg 1 (AdminChg), dated 5-8-2013.
Worker Protection Program for DOE (Including the National Nuclear Security Administration) Federal Employees — by James Dillard — last modified May 03, 2022 02:08 PM
To establish the framework for an effective worker protection program that will reduce or prevent injuries, illnesses, and accidental losses by providing Department of Energy (DOE), including National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), Federal workers with a safe and healthful workplace. Supersedes DOE O 440.1B Chg 2 (AdminChg).
Radiation Protection of the Public and the Environment — by Derek Favret — last modified Mar 03, 2022 07:06 PM
To establish requirements to protect the public and the environment against undue risk from radiation associated with radiological activities conducted under the control of the Department of Energy (DOE) pursuant to the Atomic Energy Act of 1954, as amended (AEA). Supersedes DOE O 458.1 Chg 3 (AdminChg), dated 1-15-2013.
Aviation Management and Safety — by Pat Hagerty — last modified Mar 23, 2023 07:18 PM
To establish a policy framework that will ensure safety, efficiency and effectiveness of government or contractor aviation operations. Supersedes DOE O 440.2C Chg 1 (AdminChg), dated 6-22-2011.
Design Basis Threat (DBT) Order — by Gary White — last modified Mar 25, 2024 12:05 PM
This Order is classified (Secret // RD // NOFORN) and will not be available on the Directives portal. This Order cancels and supersedes DOE O 470.3C, Design Basis Threat (U), dated 11-23-16.
Real Property Asset Management — by Scott Whiteford — last modified Oct 26, 2020 03:19 PM
Establish a data-driven, risk-informed, performance-based approach to the life-cycle management of real property assets that aligns the real property portfolio with Department of Energy (DOE) mission needs; acquire, manage, positively account for, and dispose of real property assets in a safe, secure, cost-effective, and sustainable manner; and ensure the real property portfolio is appropriately sized, aligned, and in the proper condition to support efficient mission execution. Supersedes DOE O 430.1C Chg 1 (MinChg), dated 10-4-2019.
Bridge and Tunnel Management — by Bill Seifert — last modified Dec 15, 2021 04:59 PM
The purpose of the order is to ensure safety, function, and efficient management of all Department of Energy (DOE) bridges, culverts, and tunnels in support of DOE missions through regular, comprehensive inspections and evaluations using resources in an effective and efficient manner and in compliance with the governing laws and regulations
Laboratory Technology Transfer Data Collection and Management — by Charles Russomanno — last modified Sep 09, 2022 05:35 PM
In order to enable Department of Energy (DOE) leadership to efficiently and effectively steward, analyze, and report on the impact of enterprise investments, DOE will collect from the DOE National Laboratories and Production Facilities certain unclassified technology transfer-related data (TT Data). The Office of Technology Transitions (OTT) will collect and manage the TT Data from FY 2014 forward.
Radioactive Waste Management Manual — by Sherri Ross — last modified Jan 29, 2021 05:51 PM
This Manual further describes the requirements and establishes specific responsibilities for implementing DOE O 435.1, Radioactive Waste Management, for the management of DOE high-level waste, transuranic waste, low-level waste, and the radioactive component of mixed waste. The purpose of the Manual is to catalog those procedural requirements and existing practices that ensure that all DOE elements and contractors continue to manage DOE’s radioactive waste in a manner that is protective of worker and public health and safety, and the environment. Supersedes DOE M 435.1-1 Chg 2, dated 6-8-11.
Radioactive Waste Management — by Sherri Ross — last modified Feb 02, 2021 04:38 PM
The objective of this Order is to ensure that all Department of Energy (DOE) radioactive waste is managed in a manner that is protective of worker and public health and safety, and the environment. Supersedes DOE O 435.1 Chg 1 (PgChg), dated 8-21-08.
Program and Project Management for the Acquisition of Capital Assets — by Melvin Frank — last modified Jun 23, 2023 08:35 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 Chg 5 (MinChg), dated 4-12-2018.
Securing the Bulk-Power System — by Michael Coe — last modified Nov 08, 2021 08:27 PM
Executive Order 13920, Securing the United States Bulk-Power System, has been suspended per the Executive Order on Protecting Public Health and the Environment and Restoring Science to Tackle the Climate Crisis; please see the link below. Therefore, DOE O 438.1, Securing the Bulk-Power System, is also suspended.
Laboratory Directed Research and Development — by Alice Wang — last modified Oct 04, 2023 03:23 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 413.2C.
Nuclear Weapon Surety Interface with the Department of Defense — by Dale Talbott — last modified Aug 12, 2021 07:19 PM
This Order establishes Department of Energy and National Nuclear Security Administration requirements and responsibilities for addressing joint nuclear weapon and nuclear weapon system surety activities in conjunction with the Department of Defense. Supersedes DOE O 452.6A.
Physical Protection Program — by David Golden — last modified Apr 25, 2024 08:26 PM
This Order establishes requirements for the Department of Energy (DOE) Physical Protection (PP) Program for assets under the control of DOE.
Protective Force Operations — by Kevin Webber — last modified Jun 01, 2023 07:57 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) under the cognizance of DOE.
Program Management — by Danny Hotochin — last modified Jan 20, 2022 08:13 PM
To establish the Department of Energy’s (DOE) expectations for program management to accomplish the Agency’s mission and goals efficiently and effectively per various statutory, regulatory, administrative, and agency requirements, including: Public Law (P.L.) 112-74, Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2012; P.L. 114-264, the Program Management Improvement Accountability Act; and P.L. 115-435, Foundations for Evidence-Based Policymaking Act of 2018. DOE programs cover a wide spectrum of activities, including mission support, research and development, high risk/high uncertainty technology sharing, weapons refurbishment, power marketing, and acquisition of capital assets. DOE’s program diversity necessitates the tailored application of program management guiding principles to accommodate the requirements of each program.
Safeguards and Security Program — by Natasha Sumter — last modified Jun 06, 2023 12:50 PM
To establish responsibilities for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Safeguards and Security (S&S) Program, and to establish program planning and management requirements for the S&S Program. The requirements identified in this Order and its attachments and appendices are based on national policy promulgated in laws, regulations, Executive Orders, and national standards to prevent unacceptable adverse impacts on national security, the health and safety of DOE and contractor employees, the public, or the environment. Supersedes DOE O 470.4B Chg 2, dated 1-17-2017.
Risk Management Guide — by Melvin Frank — last modified Jan 05, 2022 03:08 PM
This Guide provides non-mandatory risk management approaches for implementing the requirements of DOE O 413.3B, Program and Project Management for the Acquisition of Capital Assets.
Risk Management Guide — by Melvin Frank — last modified Dec 08, 2021 01:54 PM
The purpose of this guide is to describe effective risk management processes. The continuous and iterative process includes updating project risk documents and the risk management plan and emphasizes implementation communication of the risks and actions taken. The guidelines may be tailored according to program guidance and the needs of projects. DOE programs may adopt other acceptable risk management approaches/methods as determined appropriate for the type of project and program maturity by the line management for the specific program. A program (e.g., Office of Science) that has a methodology to adequately govern risk management may continue to use its own specific methodology. Supersedes DOE G 413.3-7A dated 1-12-2011.
Controlled Unclassified Information — by ahamilton — last modified Mar 21, 2022 06:04 PM
Establish the Department of Energy’s (DOE) Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) Program and document a policy for designating and handling information that qualifies as CUI. Cancels DOE O 471.3 Chg 1 (AdminChg), dated 1-13-2011; and DOE M 471.3-1 Chg 1 (AdminChg), dated 1-13-2011.
Conduct of Operations — by James Heffner — last modified Dec 19, 2022 10:07 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. A Conduct of Operations Program consists of formal documentation, practices, and actions implementing disciplined and structured operations that support mission success and promote worker, public, and environmental protection. Supersedes DOE O 422.1 Chg 3 (MinChg), dated 10-4-2019.
Planning and Scheduling — by Melvin Frank — last modified Apr 11, 2022 07:39 PM
This guide assists project teams by outlining project scheduling principles and best practices in planning and executing capital asset projects to meet the requirements of DOE Order (O) 413.3B, Program and Project Management for the Acquisition of Capital Assets.
Integrated Project Management Using the Earned Value Management System — by Melvin Frank — last modified Jul 20, 2022 02:05 PM
This guide provides information for improving the integration of the Earned Value Management System (EVMS) with project management planning, execution, and control processes. It also reviews U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) interpretation, application, and implementation of the Electronic Industries Alliance (EIA) industry standard, EIA-748, for EVMS compliance. The Federal Project Director (FPD) and contractor project personnel should understand these requirements and proactively use EVMS data and information to effectively manage and make decisions within the DOE Order (O) 413.3B set of integrated project management (IPM) requirements. Supersedes DOE G 413.3-10A Chg 1, dated 10-22-2015.
Worker Protection Program for DOE (Including the National Nuclear Security Administration) Federal Employees — by James Dillard — last modified May 03, 2022 02:31 PM
To establish the framework for an effective worker protection program that will reduce or prevent injuries, illnesses, and accidental losses by providing Department of Energy (DOE), including National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), Federal workers with a safe and healthful workplace. Supersedes DOE O 440.1B Chg 3 (LtdChg).
Personnel Security — by Tracy Kindle — last modified Jul 05, 2022 03:22 PM
The Order establishes requirements for DOE to operate a successful, efficient, and cost effective personnel security program to provide accurate, timely and equitable determinations of an individual's eligibility for access to classified information and/or Special Nuclear Material (SNM). Supersedes DOE O 472.2 Chg 2 (PgChg), dated 7/9/2014.
Departmental Materials Transportation Management — by Julia Shenk — last modified Jun 14, 2022 03:40 PM
The Order establishes requirements and responsibilities for management of DOE, including NNSA, materials transportation to ensure the safe, secure, and efficient transportation of materials, both hazardous and nonhazardous, for offsite shipments. Supersedes DOE O 460.2A, dated 12-22-2004 and DOE M 460.2-1a, dated 6-4-2008.
Hazardous Materials Packaging and Transportation Safety — by Julia Shenk — last modified Oct 04, 2023 03:25 PM
The Order establishes safety requirements for the proper packaging and transportation of offsite shipments and onsite transfers of hazardous materials, including radioactive materials. Supersedes DOE O 460.1D, dated 12/20/2016.
Implementation Guide for Use in Addressing Unreviewed Safety Question Requirements — by Caroline Garzon — last modified Feb 07, 2023 05:22 PM
This Guide, including its attachments, provides information to assist in the implementation of Title 10 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Section 830.203, “Unreviewed Safety Question Process” of the Nuclear Safety Management Rules for Hazard Category 1, 2, and 3 nuclear facilities owned or operated by or for the Department of Energy (DOE), including the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA). Cancels DOE G 424.1-1B Chg 2 (AdminChg)
Laboratory Technology Transfer Data Collection and Management — by Charles Russomanno — last modified Sep 09, 2022 06:11 PM
In order to enable Department of Energy (DOE) leadership to efficiently and effectively steward, analyze, and report on the impact of enterprise investments, DOE will collect from the DOE National Laboratories and Production Facilities certain unclassified technology transfer-related data (TT Data). The Office of Technology Transitions (OTT) will collect and manage the TT Data from FY 2014 forward. Supersedes DOE P 482.2, dated 1-11-2021.
Safety of Accelerators — by Michael Epps — last modified Dec 01, 2022 07:11 PM
The order defines accelerators and establishes accelerator specific safety requirements and approval authorities which, when supplemented by other applicable safety and health requirements, promote safe operations to ensure protection of workers, the public, and the environment. Supersedes/cancels DOE O 420.2C.
Nuclear Explosive and Weapon Surety Program — by Jess Squires — last modified Jan 24, 2023 02:51 PM
All nuclear explosives and nuclear explosive operations (NEOs) 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. Cancels DOE O 452.1E.
Nuclear Material Control and Accountability — by Debarah Holmer — last modified Apr 19, 2024 04:37 PM
This Order establishes 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). Cancels DOE O 474.2 Chg 4 (PgChg), dated 9-13-16.
Aviation Management and Safety — by Pat Hagerty — last modified Mar 31, 2023 01:42 PM
To establish a policy framework that will ensure safety, efficiency, and effectiveness of government or contractor aviation operations.
Reimbursable Work for the Department of Homeland Security — by Scott Geary — last modified Oct 03, 2023 12:54 PM
The Order establishes DOE policies and procedures for the acceptance, performance, and administration of reimbursable work directly funded by the Department of Homeland Security. Supersedes DOE O 484.1 Chg2 (AdminChg)
Departmental Sustainability — by Isabelle Heilman — last modified Apr 25, 2023 08:36 PM
The Order establishes an agency-wide integrated, performance-based approach to implement sustainability in DOE operations and ensures the Department conducts its missions in a sustainable manner that addresses national energy security and global environmental challenges; advances sustainable, efficient, reliable, and resilient energy for the future; promotes the conservation of natural resources; and ensures DOE achieves sustainability goals pursuant to applicable laws, regulations, and Executive Orders (EOs). Cancels/supersedes DOE O 436.1, dated 5-2-2011.
Program and Project Management for the Acquisition of Capital Assets — by Melvin Frank — last modified Oct 04, 2023 03:19 PM
Provides DOE Elements, including 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. Cancels DOE O 413.3B Chg6 (LtdChg)
Information Security — by Carl Piechowski — last modified Aug 25, 2023 08:06 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, regulations, 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 3 (AdminChg), dated 9-12-2019.
Front-End Planning and Project Definition Rating Index for Nuclear and Non-Nuclear Constructions Projects — by Melvin Frank — last modified Dec 05, 2023 07:11 PM
This guide provides the Department of Energy (DOE) federal project directors (FPD) and integrated project teams (IPT) with the information, methodologies, and tools to perform effective front-end project planning before establishing a performance baseline (PB) at Critical Decision (CD)-2. This includes a discussion of tools to include in the Project Definition Rating Index (PDRI) to assess whether the IPT has developed key elements critical to a mature project scope definition. Within this guide, the acronym PDRI will be used generically for all tools, whether CII PDRI for Industrial Projects version 5.1 which incorporates the PDRI Maturity and Accuracy Total Rating System (PDRI MATRS), or DOE developed tools based on PDRI.
DOE Scientific Integrity Policy — by Daniel Schwab — last modified Mar 25, 2024 12:10 PM
The purpose of this Policy is to provide instruction and guidance aimed at enhancing and promoting the culture of scientific integrity at DOE. The intent of this Policy is to ensure the integrity of all aspects of scientific activities, including but not limited to proposing, conducting, reviewing, managing, and using the results of scientific work. Through its application, the Policy is meant to strengthen the actual and perceived credibility of the Federal Government and all Federal Government sponsored research by protecting the scientific process; using science to support the decision-making process; ensuring accountability; protecting the professional development of researchers; ensuring that advice by Federal Advisory Committees (FAC) remains reliable and objective; ensuring the free flow of scientific and technical information consistent with privacy and classification standards and applicable laws, regulations, and DOE Orders and Policies; and establishing principles for conveying scientific and technological information among scientists, engineers, and the public. Supersedes DOE O 411.2A, dated 1-4-2017
Personnel Selection, Training, Qualification, and Certification Requirements for DOE Nuclear Facilities — by Brendan Burns — last modified Feb 05, 2024 07:01 PM
This Order establishes selection, training, qualification, and certification requirements for all contractor personnel who, by action or inaction, can affect compliance with the safety basis of a Hazard Category 1, 2, or 3 nuclear facilities. This Order updates and consolidates DOE’s training requirements to ensure a well-trained nuclear facility organization. Implementation of all requirements in this Order constitutes an acceptable method of complying with 10 CFR § 830.122, Criterion 2 – Management/Personnel Training and Qualification, for the performance of work activities described in this Order. Supersedes DOE O 426.2 Chg 1 (Admin Chg), dated 7-29-2013.
Design Basis Threat (DBT) — by Diane Johnson — last modified Mar 13, 2024 07:19 PM
This Order is available in two versions, classified (Secret // RD // NOFORN) and sensitive Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and are not available on the Directives portal. This Order cancels and supersedes DOE O 470.3C, Chg 1 (LtdChg) Design Basis Threat (DBT) dated 09-09-2020. For distribution, contact Gary White, 301-903-6874, Gary.whitejr@hq.doe.gov
Nuclear Material Control and Accountability — by Debarah Holmer — last modified Apr 23, 2024 08:04 PM
This Order establishes 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). This Order only addresses the safeguards and security of accountable nuclear materials. Supersedes DOE O 474.2A, dated 2-7-2023.

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