Nuclear weapons

An explosive device whose destructive potential derives from the release of energy that accompanies the splitting or combining of atomic nuclei.

Correspondence, reports and recommendations related to the way facilities and sites processes, manage or store nuclear weapons and weapon parts consisting of fissionable materials designated as defense nuclear material, including laboratories storage and processing facilities as well as reviews of DOE programs and safety related directives addressing nuclear weapon activities.

Public Health and Safety, Including that of the Workers

Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board
Public Meeting and Hearing for Public Health and Safety, Including that of the Workers, at the Savannah River Site to be held Thursday, June 16, 2011. The Board wishes to further investigate safety matters and gather other information related to public health and safety, including that of the workers, at the Savannah River Site, particularly with respect to liquid waste processing, emergency preparedness, and nuclear materials disposition.

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