May, 2012

The NRC requires that all nuclear power plants follow strict access authorization regulations that are intended to make sure only trusted individuals have the OK to be in the most sensitive areas of the plant. These access authorization regulations require...

For the NRC headquarters staff separated from the White Flint Complex, in Rockville Md., this year marks an exciting transition as the newly constructed 14-story office building across the street takes shape. Occupancy of Three White Flint North (3WFN...

The Office of Investigations, an independent investigative office within the NRC, has recently put out its latest annual report. The report includes information on significant investigations in FY 2011, including: • FitzPatrick Nuclear Power Plant – A...

Recently the NRC received recognition in two areas and we are very proud of the achievement! First, the NRC was recently ranked #10 in the 21st Annual “Top 20 Government Agencies” in Woman Engineer Magazine. The readers of Woman Engineer magazine selected...

After nearly eight years on the Commission, I am announcing my resignation as Chairman of the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission, effective upon the confirmation of my successor. My responsibility and commitment to safety will continue to be my paramount...

Lately, there has been some media interest in our updated emergency preparedness regulation, finalized last year. We welcome this interest and the opportunity to explain our most recent changes. The NRC, working closely with Federal Emergency Management...

The NRC recently issued a report that documents how we reached the conclusion the cracks discovered in the Davis-Besse shield building do not compromise its ability to perform its safety function. We’ve previously written about the NRC’s exhaustive efforts...

In the nuclear business the axiom is that an accident anywhere is an accident everywhere. In the time that has passed since the Fukushima Dai-ichi Nuclear Power Plant was overwhelmed by an earthquake and tsunami the nuclear community has seen again that...

While many may be fretting about rising gas prices, certain domestic industries are ramping up efforts to increase the supply of the nation’s domestic reserves. The oil and gas industry rely on many devices containing radioactive material in order to...

Every April, NRC employees look forward to Bring Your Children to Work Day! This event provides an opportunity for children to accompany their parents to work and see what they do. The event focuses on children aged 6 to 18, and gives the children a chance...

Last month, the NRC’s five-member Commission heard from retired General Brent Scrowcroft, and others, who briefed them on what the Blue Ribbon Commission on America’s Nuclear Future might mean for the agency. In January, the Blue Ribbon Commission, or...