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DOE-STD-1045-93

GUIDE TO GOOD PRACTICES FOR

NOTIFICATIONS AND

INVESTIGATION OF ABNORMAL EVENTS

1. INTRODUCTION

This Guide to Good Practices is written to enhance understanding of, and provide direction

for, "Notifications," Chapter VII, and "Investigation of Abnormal Events," Chapter VI, of

Department of Energy (DOE) Order 5480.19, Conduct of Operations Requirements for

DOE Facilities. The practices in this guide should be considered when planning or reviewing

programs for notifications and investigation of abnormal events. Contractors are advised to

adopt procedures that meet the intent of DOE Order 5480.19.

"Notifications" and "Investigation of Abnormal Events" are elements of an effective Conduct

of Operations program. The complexity and array of activities performed in DOE facilities

dictate the necessity for a coordinated notifications program and a consistent method for

investigating abnormal events to promote safe and efficient operations.