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Reactor Oversight Process (ROP)

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The Reactor Oversight Process is the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC)'s program to inspect, measure, and assess the safety and security performance of operating commercial nuclear power plants, and to respond to any decline in their performance. If you have any questions, please use our Contact Us form.

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ROP Framework

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Plant Summaries
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Performance Indicators

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Inspection Findings
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Inspection Reports

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ROP Evaluation

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Communications and Public Involvement
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Transitioning In:
New Plants

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Transitioning Out: Decommissioning Plants
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ROP References

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