Software quality assurance

The systematic process of checking whether software is appropriately, approved, controlled and tested throughout its lifecycle and meets specified requirements. The safety software reviewed includes safety system software, safety and hazard analysis software and design software, and safety management and administrative control software that performs a safety function as part of a system, structure, or component.

Correspondence, reports, and recommendations related to software quality assurance (SQA) program reviews, SQA review of specific software, review of DOE directives addressing SQA, and SQA concerns associated with other reviews.

Recommendation 2004-1, Oversight of Complex, High-Hazard Nuclear Operations

On May 25, 2011, the Board will hear from Department of Energy and National Nuclear Security Administration senior leaders concerning federal safety management and oversight policies being developed. This testimony was previously scheduled for the March 31, 2011 public meeting and hearing. The meeting and hearing will be held at the Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board, Public Hearing Room, 625 Indiana Avenue, NW, Suite 300, Washington, DC 20004.