National Materials Program

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• What is the National Materials Program?
• Knowledge Management for the National Materials Program
• Program Self-Audit Tool
• Staff Recruitment and Retention
• Related Information

What is the National Materials Program?

Definition

The National Materials Program (NMP) is the broad collective framework within which both the NRC and the Agreement States function in carrying out their respective regulatory programs for radioactive material.

Mission

The mission of the NMP is to create a genuine partnership between the NRC and Agreement States that will ensure protection of public health, safety, security, and the environment from the hazards associated with radioactive material.

Goal

The goal of the NMP is the protection of public health, safety, security, and the environment associated with the hazards of radioactive material while effectively using regulatory resources.

Vision

The vision of the NMP is to provide a coherent national system for the regulation of agreement material with the goal of protecting public health, safety, security and the environment through compatible regulatory programs. Through the NMP, the NRC and Agreement States function as regulatory partners.

Knowledge Management for the National Materials Program

In an effort to capture the vast knowledge of Duncan White, the NMP Co-Champion, a new Web series has been created called "TAYtalks: Storytime with Duncan" on the NRC's YouTube channel. Taylor Lamb, Intergovernmental Liaison Project Manager, interviews Duncan White off-script on a variety of NMP topics, that is both entertaining and educational. Additionally, the duo tags in various experts from several NRC groups as well as Agreement States. Check out the first episode:
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Program Self-Audit Tool

The self-audit tool is designed for Agreement States to comprehensively review their programs. It is based on the indicators evaluated during the Integrated Materials Performance Evaluation Program (IMPEP). The tool provides a structured approach to assess program performance, identify areas for improvement, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. By using this tool, Agreement States can proactively manage their programs and maintain high standards of safety and effectiveness.

The self-audit tool is available through OAS here.

Staff Recruitment and Retention

The NRC and the Organization of Agreement States (OAS) work together on the joint oversight of the NMP.

Related Information

• NRC Agreement State Program
• Agreement States: Map, Contacts, State Regulations, IMPEP Reviews, etc.
• Agreement State Action Items (What's Due)
• Agreement State Communications (What's New)
• Welcome to New RCPDs
• NRC/Office of Nuclear Material Safety and Safeguards (NMSS) Procedures
• Nuclear Materials Toolboxes
• NMSS Working Groups