DNFSBThe Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board

An independent organization within the executive branch of the United States Government, chartered with the responsibility of providing recommendations and advice to the President and the Secretary of Energy regarding public health and safety issues at Department of Energy defense nuclear facilities.

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DOE SitesDOE Defense Nuclear Sites

View the nuclear sites that the DNFSB monitors to provide adequate protection of public health and safety at such defense nuclear facilities, including with respect to the health and safety of employees and contractors at such facilities.

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DocumentsDocuments and Reports for the DNFSB

Letters and Correspondence, Reports, Outside Organization Briefs Presented to the Board, and Agreements with the Department of Energy.

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EventDNFSB Public Hearing on Aging Infrastructure Management

The DNFSB is holding a Public Hearing on Aging Infrastructure focusing on the challenges and strategies related to the safety and integrity of our nation's defense nuclear facilities. This hearing will include valuable insights from industry experts, government officials, and public stakeholders, aimed at shaping the future of nuclear safety. This public hearing will serve as a platform for sharing knowledge, addressing key issues, and collaborating on solutions that support our mission of safeguarding national security and public health. 

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  • Hearings & Meetings

    Public and closed meetings, public hearings, and nonpublic collaborative discussions.

    Hearings and meetings include public and closed meetings, public hearings, and nonpublic collaborative discussions.

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  • Letters & Correspondence

    Spallation Neutron Source complex

    All letters sent between the Board and the Department of Energy, as well as between the Board and other entities, are considered letters and correspondence.

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  • Board Recommendations

    10-meter diameter National Ignition Facility target chamber at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory

    The Board's primary product are formal safety recommendations that communicate the urgent need to address issues pertaining to worker and public safety at Defense Nuclear Facilities.  Recommendations are always sent as letters to the Secretary of Energy.

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  • Aging Infrastructure Management

    Aging Infrastructure Management

    On August 14, 2024, the Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board held a public hearing on benchmarking best practices in aging infrastructure management to gather information from relevant external organizations to inform the development of potential safety improvements to the Department of Energy’s programs.

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  • Frequently Asked Questions

    Ice research at SNS

    Find answers to the most frequently asked questions to the DNFSB such as "What is a Defense Nuclear Facility?", "How do I obtain DNFSB Public Records?", and more.

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  • Careers

    IBM 701 Computer

    Find out how you can make a difference KEEPING TOMORROW SAFE TODAY. Build a career that has a lasting impact and a career that you'll be proud of for the rest of your life. DNFSB is committed to helping their employees reach their fullest potential while maintaining a work environment which encourages innovation, celebrates diversity, and focuses on exceptional performance.

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Los Alamos Week Ending November 22, 2024 Document
Pantex Week Ending November 22 2024 Document
Hanford Week Ending November 22 2024 Document
Hanford Week Ending November 29, 2024 Document