Objectives

DOE-STD-1045-93

2. OBJECTIVES

The objective and criteria are derived from DOE Order 5480.19. They are intended to aid

each facility in meeting the intent of the order.

2.1 Notifications

A program is established to provide timely notifications to appropriate DOE personnel

and other agencies to ensure that the facility is responsive to public health and safety

concerns.

Criteria:

Facility procedures are developed to ensure appropriate notifications.

Notifications are appropriately documented.

Adequate communications equipment is maintained to meet notification

requirements.

2.2 Investigation of Abnormal Events

An established and thorough review process ensures that all significant aspects of an

abnormal event are identified, investigated, and resolved.

Criteria:

Facility guidelines identify specific events and "near miss" situations that require

investigation.

Responsibilities for investigative tasks are understood by personnel.

Personnel performing investigations are qualified in the facility's investigative

process through experience and training.

Information required for the investigation is collected as soon as possible during

and after the occurrence of the event.