Nuclear Weapons & Stockpile

DNFSB says NNSA improved project reviews but recommends nuclear safety tracking

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The National Nuclear Security Administration has strengthened its infrastructure project review process, but should require more details on safety, the Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board said recently.
The Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board (DNFSB) staff…

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