Audit of the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission’s Permanent Records Digitization Efforts

The OIG recommends that the Executive Director for Operations ensure undeclared records of the former Office of Nuclear Security and Incident Response are managed according to federal records requirements and NRC guidance.

The OIG recommends that the Executive Director for Operations verify all offices have updated their information inventories, and establish a process to promptly notify offices for failing to submit required updates.

The OIG recommends that the Executive Director for Operations finalize revisions to Management Directive 3.53 that reflect the NRC’s current records and information management program.

The OIG recommends that the Executive Director for Operations establish a periodic schedule for updating the records coordinator list in each office.

The OIG recommends that the Executive Director for Operations develop records‑coordinator‑specific training for staff newly assigned to the role.