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TVA Nuclear Radiation Dosage

Report Information

Date Issued
Report Number
2021-17297
Report Type
Inspection / Evaluation
Description
The Office of the Inspector General conducted an evaluation to determine (1) the effectiveness of the radiation protection program in limiting employee dosage and (2) if notifications were made when required. We determined the Tennessee Valley Authority’s (TVA) radiation protection program was effective in limiting employee dosage levels during calendar years 2019 and 2020. Additionally, we determined the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and TVA personnel were notified, as required, when personnel dosage met regulatory milestones. However, we identified an opportunity for improvement related to performing dosimetry investigation reports.
Joint Report
Yes
Participating OIG
Tennessee Valley Authority OIG
Agency Wide
Yes (agency-wide)
Questioned Costs
$0
Funds for Better Use
$0
View report on Oversight.gov

Recommendations

We recommend the Vice President, Nuclear Operations Support, take steps to verify dosimetry investigations are performed as required.