Responsible for regulation of the purchase, receipt, and disposal of radioactive material. NRC will not specify exactly what methods must be used or how frequently radiation safety procedures must be performed, the licensee must develop these ensuring meeting NRC requirements.

The NRC licenses and regulates the Nation's civilian use of radioactive materials, to provide reasonable assurance of adequate protection of public health and safety, to promote the common defense and security, and to protect the environment.

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) was created as an independent agency by Congress in 1974 to ensure the safe use of radioactive materials for beneficial civilian purposes while protecting people and the environment.

The generic issues program (GIP) includes three distinct stages: Screening, Assessment, and Regulatory Office Implementation. In addition, the GIP tracks and reports the GI status and resolutions to Congress and the public.