Office of Corporate Safety Programs

Type A and Type B Accident Investigations (AI): A primary mission of the Department of Energy (DOE) is to manage its programs and operate its facilities with a high level of safety. The DOE accident investigation process has been designed to meet Departmental safety objectives by responding to accidents in a highly coordinated, timely, and focused manner. Preventing accidents and reducing lost time and fatalities due to accidents are line management responsibilities. However, the DOE Accident Investigation Program provides useful and timely information to managers within the Complex in an efficient manner so they can use the information to improve their programs. Contact: Dave Pegram

Analytical Services Program (ASP): This corporate program provides for the minimization of audit redundancies and the standardization of auditing methodology and procedures performed annually of analytical environmental laboratories, and waste treatment storage and disposal facilities; quality assurance proficiency testing and evaluation for domestic and international laboratories; and the development of software toolkits and training to assist field element sites in the planning and design of environmental sampling and decision-making. Contact: George Detsis

Behavior Based Safety (BBS): A method of using positive reinforcement to change at-risk employee behavior. The website includes a program overview, the BBS Charter and requirements documents, and links to BBS-related sites and points-of-contact. Contact: Earl Carnes

Corrective Action Management Program (CAMP): Outlines the purpose, background, process, requirements, and guidance for addressing/resolving findings identified by HSS during Type A Accident Investigations and HSS Independent Oversight Assessments. The website also shares information regarding the development, tracking, reporting, implementation, and effectiveness of corrective actions for these findings. Contact: Larry McCabe

DOE Laboratory Accreditation Program (DOELAP): An overarching corporate resource to ensure that DOE is assessing the potential for radiological contamination of workers. The website includes information regarding Personnel Dosimetry Program Accreditation, the Radiobioassay Laboratory Accreditation Program, an online Library; DOELAP Assessors and Oversight Board listings, and DOELAP training meetings/conferences. Contact: Bob Loesch

Federal Employee Occupational Safety & Health Program (FEOSH) The FEOSH Web Site provides an on-line library of useful tools to support line management's implementation of their FEOSH programs. The FEOSH site contains pertinent information, guidance, technical expertise, and program evaluation materials. The goal is to successfully promote open communication and effective partnerships among management, employees, and professionals for implementing FEOSH Programs. Contact: David Smith

Human Performance Center (HPC) Human Performance Improvement (HPI) is about reducing errors and managing defenses to prevent significant events. The application of HPI Principles in numerous organizations (medical, nuclear, chemical, etc.) has resulted in improved safety, quality, and productivity. The HPC exists as a resource for the Department's headquarters and field employees and contractors to implement and enhance HPI initiatives. This web site is designed to share information on the purpose, process, and results of HPI which will assist in implementation of practices to improve safety, quality, and productivity. Please contact Earl Carnes or HPC Feedback/Comments if you have any questions.

High Efficiency Particulate Air Filters: (HEPA) The HEPA website provides a forum for informing and reporting department-wide activities related to filtration and ventilation issues with special reference to the High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) Filters' use and testing. Contact: Subir Sen

Quality Assurance (QA): A management systems approach to ensure that DOE products/services meet regulatory and customer requirements. The website contains information related to DOE QA policy/requirements, the DOE QA Improvement Plan, and QA training meetings/workshops. Contact: Colette Broussard

Software Quality Assurance (SQA): Promotes the continuous improvement, and knowledge-sharing, of SQA topics. These topics consolidate information and contain links to SQA subject matter experts, procedures, training materials, program descriptions, good practices, lessons learned, and the Central Registry Toolbox Codes. The website also provides a capability for member collaboration regarding SQA product development and threaded discussions. Contact: Subir Sen