Mission / Vision / Goals

OIG’s Mission

Providing independent, objective audit and investigative oversight of the operations of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and the Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board, in order to protect people and the environment.

OIG’s Vision

Advancing nuclear safety and security through audits, evaluations, and investigations.

NRC OIG’s Goals

1. Strengthen the NRC’s efforts to protect public health and safety, and the environment;
2. Strengthen the NRC’s security efforts in response to an evolving threat environment; and,
3. Increase the economy, efficiency, and effectiveness with which the NRC manages and exercises stewardship over its resources.

DNFSB OIG’s Goals

1. Strengthen the DNFSB’s efforts to oversee the safe operation of the Department of Energy defense nuclear facilities;
2. Strengthen the DNFSB’s security efforts in response to an evolving threat environment; and,
3. Increase the economy, efficiency, and effectiveness with which the DNFSB manages and exercises stewardship over its resources.

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