SD 243.1 Admin Chg 1, Records Management Program
This supplemental directive (SD) provides the framework, required elements, and business processes the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) will utilize to develop, implement, and maintain an efficient and sustainable records
management program as required by Department of Energy (DOE) Order (O) 243.1B, Records Management Program.
Supersedes NNSA SD 243.1, NNSA Records Management Program, dated 9-3-14.
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Nonproliferation (NA-20)
• Office of Naval Reactors (NA-30)
• Office of Emergency Operations
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Operations (NA-50)
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and Chief Information Officer (NA-
IM)
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SUPPLEMENTAL DIRECTIVE
Approved: 9-3-14
Admin Change 1: 3-21-16
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RECORDS MANAGEMENT PROGRAM
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NNSA RECORDS MANAGEMENT PROGRAM
1. PURPOSE. This supplemental directive (SD) provides the framework, required
elements, and business processes the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA)
will utilize to develop, implement, and maintain an efficient and sustainable records
management program as required by Department of Energy (DOE) Order (O) 243.1B,
Records Management Program.
2. CANCELLATION. NNSA SD 243.1, NNSA Records Management Program,
dated 9-3-14.
3. APPLICABILITY.
a. NNSA Applicability. This SD applies to all NNSA Elements. NNSA Elements
consist of Headquarters (HQ) and field offices (FO) which report directly to the
Office of the Administrator. A complete list of current NNSA Elements is
identified in Section 5.a.(1) of this SD.
b. Contractors. Does not apply to contractors.
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DOE O 243.1B, Contractor Requirements Document (CRD) sets forth
requirements to be applied to NNSA contractors that create, receive, use,
maintain, disseminate, and/or dispose of Federal records. All records created and
received in the performance of the contract, except those designated as contractor-
owned, are DOE/NNSA records. See 48 CFR 970.5204-3 Access to and
Ownership of Records.
This SD may be used as a reference for new and existing NNSA programs and/or
contracts that cite compliance with DOE O 243.1B, CRD, to achieve continuity
and consistent implementation of the NNSA Records Management (RM) Program
throughout the Nuclear Security Enterprise.
c. Equivalency. In accordance with the responsibilities and authorities assigned by
Executive Order 12344, codified at 50 United States Code (U.S.C) sections 2406
and 2511 and to ensure consistency through the joint Navy/DOE Naval Nuclear
Propulsion Program, the Deputy Administrator for Naval Reactors (Director) will
implement and oversee requirements and practices pertaining to this Directive for
activities under the Director's cognizance, as deemed appropriate.
4. BACKGROUND.
The National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) shares responsibility with
Federal agencies to ensure that each agency create and preserve records containing
adequate and proper documentation of the organization, functions, policies, decisions,
procedures, and essential transactions of the agency. The Archivist of the United States,
as head of NARA, provides direction, guidance, assistance, and oversight through
issuance of records management regulations and standards applicable to all Federal
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agencies through Title 36 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Chapter 12, Subchapter B,
Records Management.
The DOE Chief Information Officer (CIO), through the Departmental Records Officer
(DRO), develops and administers DOE policies, directives, and oversight through DOE O
243.1B, Records Management Program, as amended. DOE O 243.1B identifies the
records management compliance elements and requires all DOE Elements including
NNSA to develop, implement, and maintain a records management program. The
program must ensure effective records lifecycle management that documents the actions
and decisions in support of agency operations and business functions.
SD 243.1 defines how NNSA will establish and implement a sustainable records
management program as required by 36 CFR, Chapter 12, Subchapter B and DOE O
243.1B. It is not the intent or purpose of this SD to restate requirements and
responsibilities previously defined in DOE O 243.1B. Processes, instructions, and tools
to ensure consistent application and implementation of the NNSA Records Management
(RM) Program are provided as appendices to this SD and referenced throughout the
document.
Additional guidance, tools, instructions, and implementation resources are provided in
the NNSA Records Management Handbook (RMH 243.1). RMH 243.1 was developed
using government standards, industry best practices, and extensive subject matter
expertise. RMH 243.1 is not required but highly recommended for efficiency and
sustainability of the NNSA RM Program. Also, this SD and the RMH 243.1 provide a
majority of the course material(s) for required records management training. RMH 243.1
is located on the NNSA Records Program Office intranet site.
5. REQUIREMENTS.
a. Develop, implement, maintain and manage the NNSA RM Program in
compliance with DOE O 243.1B and SD 243.1 to ensure:
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(1) A successful RM Program is established, sustainable and applicable to all
NNSA Elements to include:
• Office of the Administrator (NA-1)
• Office of Defense Programs (NA-10)
• Office of Defense Nuclear Nonproliferation (NA-20)
• Office of Naval Reactors (NA-30)
• Office of Emergency Operations (NA-40)
• Office of Safety, Infrastructure and Operations (NA-50)
• Office of Defense Nuclear Security (NA-70)
• Office of Counterterrorism and Counterproliferation (NA-80)
• Office of Management and Budget (NA-MB)
• Office of the General Counsel (NA-GC)
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• Office of Information Management and Chief Information Officer
(NA-IM)
• Office of External Affairs (NA-EA)
• Office of Acquisition and Program Management (NA-APM)
• Kansas City Field Office (KCFO)
• Livermore Field Office (LFO)
• Los Alamos Field Office (LAFO)
• Nevada Field Office (NFO)
• NNSA Production Office (NPO)
• Sandia Field Office (SFO)
• Savannah River Field Office (SRFO)
(2) NNSA records and information assets are accurately identified, efficiently
managed, and appropriately protected throughout their lifecycle.
b. Define the roles, responsibilities, and activities required to implement the NNSA
RM Program requirements in accordance with SD 243.1, Appendix 1.
c. Develop, administer, and/or coordinate records management training, at a level
commensurate with the roles and responsibilities within the NNSA RM Program,
and not already provided by DOE. The NNSA RM training is further defined in
SD 243.1, Appendix 2.
d. Appoint NNSA Records Management Professionals (RMP) throughout all NNSA
Elements, in accordance with SD 243.1, Appendix 3, to include:
(1) Records Management Field Officers (RMFO)
(2) Records Liaison Officers (RLO)
(3) Records Management Coordinators (RMC)
e. Execute NNSA RM Program Implementation and Maintenance in accordance
with SD 243.1, Appendix 4. Additional guidance, tools, and instructions are also
found in RMH 243.1 located on the NNSA Records Program Office intranet site.
f. Ensure essential (formerly vital) records are identified, protected, and readily
available for continued operations, in the event of an emergency or disaster, in
compliance with DOE O 243.1B and SD 243.1, Appendix 5.
Note: Recent updates to the Federal Continuity Program have changed the term
“vital” records to “essential” records.
g. Comply with the NNSA Records Management Assessment Program (RMAP) in
accordance with SD 243.1, Appendix 6.
6. RESPONSIBILITIES. See Appendix 1.
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7. REFERENCES. See Appendix 9.
8. CONTACT. Office oflnformation Management and Chieflnformation Officer, NNSA
Program Records Official (PRO), at 202-586-7503 or the NNSA Records Program Office
(RPO) at NNSARecordsManagement@nnsa.doe.gov.
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Appendices:
1. Records Management Program Roles and Responsibilities
2. Records Management Training Program
3. Records Management Professional Appointments
4. Records Management Program Implementation and Maintenance
5. Essential Records Protection Program
6. Records Management Assessment Program
7. Acronym List
8. Definition of Terms
9. References
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APPENDIX 1 - RECORDS MANAGEMENT PROGRAM
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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Each NNSA employee has an important role in the successful implementation and sustainability
of the NNSA Records Management (RM) Program. This appendix defines each role and
associated responsibilities to ensure records are accurately identified, maintained, transferred as
appropriate, and/or dispositioned.
1. NNSA ADMINISTRATOR (THROUGH THE ASSOCIATE ADMINISTRATOR FOR
INFORMATION MANAGEMENT AND CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER).
a. Establish and maintain an active, continuing program for the economical and
efficient management of NNSA records throughout their lifecycle.
b. Promote records management awareness, requirements and expectations to the
NNSA Executive/Senior Leadership team to ensure compliance with RM
requirements applicable to all NNSA programs and organizations.
c. Provide overall leadership and management of the NNSA RM Program.
Appoint/designate a Program Records Official (PRO) to coordinate and oversee
establishment, implementation, and maintenance of the NNSA-wide RM
Program.
2. NNSA PROGRAM RECORDS OFFICIAL (PRO).
a. The PRO is designated by the NNSA Associate Administrator for Information
Management and Chief Information Officer (AA-CIO), who has oversight and
signature authority to approve records issues for the NNSA RM Program and
serve as the program liaison with the Department of Energy (DOE) Departmental
Records Officer (DRO).
b. Develop, coordinate, and oversee the actions and activities required to develop,
implement the NNSA RM Program in compliance with DOE O 243.1B, this SD,
and NNSA programmatic requirements.
c. Serve as the NNSA point of contact with DOE, National Archives and Records
Administration (NARA), and other entities for issued related to the NNSA RM
Program.
d. Coordinate data calls to collect and/or preserve records for purposes of audits,
litigation, Freedom of Information Act appeals, and similar obligations.
e. Report on statutory and regulatory records management responsibilities for
electronic records to NARA and/or other records management-related obligations.
f. Provide oversight and guidance to ensure appropriate records management
processes and procedures are in place for NNSA Elements.
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3. NNSA ELEMENTS MANAGERS/SUPERVISORS.
a. NNSA Managers and Supervisors are responsible for ensuring records
management activities are conducted within their respective areas to implement
and sustain the RM Program.
Note: For the purposes of this SD the term “Managers, Supervisors, or
Designee” includes the NNSA Administrator, Deputy Administrators (DA),
Associate Administrators (AA), Field Office Managers (FOM), and all lower tier
HQ/Field Office Managers, Supervisors, or Designee unless otherwise stated.
b. Coordinate with the NNSA Program Records Official (PRO) to promote and
implement the NNSA RM Program within their respective organizations.
c. Provide adequate staff resources and funding to support records management
processes within their respective organizations.
d. Appoint the necessary RMPs as defined in SD 243.1, Appendix 3, to implement
the NNSA RM Program within the appointment organizations.
e. Address and/or implement recommendations from the NNSA PRO and/or
subsequent working groups as it relates to the management of federal records and
the RM Program.
f. Ensure employees are trained and cognizant of their roles and responsibilities.
g. Safeguard against the unauthorized destruction of records.
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h. Ensure records are maintained in a cost-effective manner and records storage
facilities meet the requirements of applicable Federal regulations.
i. Ensure essential (formerly vital) records are identified and protected in
accordance with applicable requirements.
j. Notify appropriate RMP immediately upon the decision of terminating,
suspension, reassigning, or separation of employees to ensure turnover and/or
disposition of all records is performed.
4. NNSA RECORDS PROGRAM OFFICE (RPO).
The RPO provides direct support to the NNSA Office of Information Management and
the Chief Information Officer and the NNSA PRO to develop and coordinate
implementation of the NNSA RM Program in compliance with DOE O 243.1B, this SD,
and NNSA programmatic requirements.
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5. RECORDS MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL (RMP).
RMPs are individuals appointed by a Manager/Supervisor with responsibility to
coordinate activities and oversee implementation of the RM Program within their
organization. The subject matter expertise of a RMP provides an important skill set to
ensure compliance to applicable federal and agency specific requirements. The RMP is
the steward to ensure preservation of the organizations decisions, actions, and historical
legacy for future generations.
a. RECORDS MANAGEMENT FIELD OFFICER (RMFO).
RMFOs are appointed by a FOM or designee to coordinate with the NNSA PRO
for oversight, implementation, and maintenance of the RM Program within the
Field Office (FO) to comply with DOE and NNSA orders, procedures, and
guidelines to:
(1) Promote the NNSA RM Program at the FO and within applicable
organization(s).
(2) Serve as liaison between the NNSA PRO and FO Records Management
Coordinators (RMC).
(3) Coordinate and provide oversight of FO records management activities to:
(a) Ensure compliance with recordkeeping requirements (including
applicable updates) for all media, including hardcopy, electronic,
and special media formats.
(b) Ensure records are created and maintained to document
programmatic and administrative activities.
(c) Ensure all employees attend mandatory records management
training, appropriate for their records responsibilities.
(d) Ensure records are inventoried, and/or identified on a File Plan,
and accurately scheduled using NARA approved records
disposition schedules.
(e) Ensure annual self-assessments are conducted to validate
implementation and maintenance of the NNSA RM Program as
defined in Appendix 4.
(4) Review and approve FO File Plans, consolidate into one master FO File
Plan, and submit to the NNSA PRO on an annual basis.
(5) Ensure departing employees turn over, transfer custody or dispose of all
applicable records prior to/immediately upon termination, suspension,
reassignment, or separation of employment.
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(6) Assess applicable onsite and off-site storage facilities compliance to
NARA storage requirements for Federal records. Transfer of eligible
inactive records to applicable NARA Federal Records Center (FRC) or
NARA approved storage facility.
(7) Review and validate FRC records holdings invoices.
(8) Ensure prompt disposal of temporary records with expired retention
periods, and timely transfer of permanent records to NARA.
(9) Coordinate with the requesting organization(s) (i.e., NNSA Office of
General Counsel, FOIA Office, NNSA Records Program Office, etc.) to
respond to Freedom Of Information Act/Privacy Act (FOIA/PA) requests,
Energy Employees Occupational Illness Compensation Program
(EEOICPA) or other health related claims, and/or litigation related
information discovery requests.
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(10) Coordinate essential (vital) records program implementation through
collaboration with Emergency Management and/or Continuity of
Operations Program (COOP) counterparts to ensure the continuation of
the organization’s key functions and activities in the event of an
emergency or disaster.
(11) Coordinate with appropriate contracting officials to establish records
management requirements and deliverables in connection with the
performance of NNSA-funded tasks or activities as defined in DOE O
243.1B, Contractor Requirements Document (CRD) or its successor.
(12) Provide guidance and oversight for contractor records management
activities.
(13) Conduct periodic evaluations (at least every 3 years) of contractor records
management activities.
b. RECORDS LIAISON OFFICERS (RLO).
RLOs are appointed by a DA or AA to coordinate with the NNSA PRO for
oversight, implementation, and maintenance of the RM Program within NNSA
HQ Program Offices to comply with DOE and NNSA orders, procedures, and
guidelines.
(1) Promote the NNSA RM Program at the HQ Program Office level and
within applicable organization(s).
(2) Serve as liaison between the NNSA PRO and HQ Program Office RMCs.
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(3) Coordinate records management activities for the HQ Program Office to:
(a) Ensure compliance with recordkeeping requirements (including
applicable updates) for all media, including hardcopy, electronic,
and special media formats.
(b) Ensure records are created and maintained to document
programmatic and administrative activities.
(c) Ensure all employees attend mandatory records management
training, appropriate for their records responsibilities.
(d) Ensure departing employees turn over, transfer custody or
disposition of all applicable records prior to/immediately upon
termination, suspension, reassignment, or separation of
employment.
(4) Coordinate with the requesting organization(s) (i.e., NNSA Office of
General Counsel, FOIA Office, NNSA Records Program Office, etc.) to
respond to Freedom Of Information Act/Privacy Act (FOIA/PA) requests,
Energy Employees Occupational Illness Compensation Program
(EEOICPA) or other health related claims, and/or litigation related
information discovery requests.
(5) Review and validate FRC records holdings invoices.
(6) Ensure records are inventoried, and/or identified on a File Plan, and
accurately scheduled using NARA approved records disposition
schedules.
(7) Review and approve HQ Program Office File Plans, consolidate into one
master HQ Program Office File Plan, and submit to the NNSA PRO on an
annual basis.
(8) Ensure annual self-assessments are conducted to validate implementation
and maintenance of the NNSA RM Program as defined in Appendix 4.
(9) Coordinate compliance with essential (vital) records program
requirements through collaboration the NNSA PRO, Emergency
Management, and/or COOP Program counterparts/coordinators to ensure
the continuation of the organization’s key functions and activities in the
event of an emergency or disaster.
(10) Conduct periodic evaluations (at least every 3 years) of HQ Program
Office records management activities.
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(11) Review HQ Program Office RMC activities to ensure:
(a) Transfer of eligible inactive records to FRCs/NARA approved
storage facilities.
(b) Prompt disposal of temporary records with expired retention
periods.
(c) Timely transfer of permanent records to NARA.
c. RECORDS MANAGEMENT COORDINATOR (RMC).
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RMPs are appointed by Managers and Supervisors to collaborate with the
applicable RMFO/RLO for coordination, implementation, and maintenance of the
RM Program within their designated organization to comply with DOE and
NNSA orders, procedures, and guidelines to include:
(1) Coordinate activities between the RMFO/RLO and organization
employees to comply with records management requirements, procedures,
and activities.
(2) File Plan development and implementation including the identification and
protection of essential (vital) records.
(3) File cleanout activities for hardcopy and electronic records.
(4) Conduct annual self-assessment to validate implementation and
maintenance of the NNSA RM Program as defined in Appendix 4.
(5) Coordinate with the RMFO/RLO to transfer eligible records to the
appropriate onsite Records Center and/or regional FRC and ensure
disposal of temporary records when retention periods have expired.
(6) Coordinate with the RMFO/RLO to ensure the timely transfer of
permanent records to NARA.
(7) Attend records management training, conference calls, and meetings, as
appropriate.
(8) Assist the PRO/RMFO/RLO to conduct periodic assessment/evaluation of
the office’s records activities and compliance as requested.
(9) Ensure departing employees turn over, transfer custody or disposition of
all applicable records prior to/immediately upon termination, suspension,
reassignment, or separation of employment.
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6. CONTRACTING OFFICER.
a. Coordinate with NNSA HQ and/or FO organizations to identify and include
applicable records management requirements in support services contracts.
(Note: The nature of “support service” contracts often requires direct support as
part of day to day operations within a Federal organization. Federal and
contractor personnel collaborate and utilize the same information resources,
documents, records, file servers, etc. Implementation a records management
program to the full extent required by DOE O 243.1B Contractor Requirements
Document is not applicable, necessary, or feasible.)
b. Coordinate with the appropriate RMP to ensure contractors supporting NNSA HQ
and/or FO missions, functions, and business processes, meet the minimum records
management requirements.
7. PROGRAM/PROJECT RECORDS CUSTODIAN (PRC).
There may be specific instances that necessitate an individual to maintain responsibility
for collection(s) of program/project records but is not appointed as an RMC for an
organization. In these instances the PRC will have responsibilities for the specific
collection of program/project records and provide support to the RMC for that specific
collection. The PRC requires the same level of training as an RMC. For the purposes of
this SD the RMC citation is applicable to both RMCs and PRCs. Therefore, the PRC role
will not be specifically called out.
8. GENERAL EMPLOYEES.
a. Coordinate with the applicable RMP to correctly identify, maintain, protect, and
dispose of all hardcopy and electronic records generated by them or placed into
their custody.
b. Attend mandatory RM training as appropriate for the level of responsibility within
the NNSA RM Program.
c. Turn over all records created, maintained, or within his/her custody immediately
at time of termination, suspensions, reassignment, or separation of employment to
respective manager/supervisor or appointed RMP.
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APPENDIX 2 - RECORDS MANAGEMENT
TRAINING PROGRAM
The NNSA Program Records Official (PRO) is responsible for the development, administration,
and/or coordination of records management specific training. Records management training will
be administered at a level commensurate with the role and responsibilities within the Records
Management (RM) Program. The standard training frequency for all roles will encompass initial
and annual refresher training.
The training curriculum will be developed and updated on an annual basis to incorporate
changing requirements or processes. Training delivery methods will also vary to include
classroom (exercises/instructor led), video teleconference, computer-based training, webinars,
pamphlets, and slide-show presentations. This appendix outlines the training categories,
frequency, and delivery methods for which training will be administered.
RM training is developed based on the individual’s level of involvement in the RM Program.
For example, the in-depth requirements applicable to a Records Management Professional
(RMP) require detailed hands-on training, exercises, and knowledge proficiency to implement
the program within their organization. The general employee however, requires a high-level
understanding of the requirements to adequately create, protect, and maintain records as well as
coordinate with the appropriate RMP as necessary.
1. TRAINING CATEGORIES.
a. Manager/Supervisor. The Manager/Supervisor training will provide an overview
of high level management requirements, convey the benefits of an efficient
records management program, as well as detail the potential consequences of an
inefficient records management program.
b. Records Management Professional. RMP training is required for individuals with
specific records management functions and responsibilities. The initial detailed
training will focus on the specific RMP functional areas, hands-on exercises, and
provide take-away materials for future use and reference on all aspects of life-
cycle records management. Annual refresher training will target areas of program
improvement as well as newly identified requirements.
c. General Employee. General Employee training is required for all federal
employees on an annual basis. It provides a refresher overview of records
management, their responsibilities, and any existing or newly identified
requirements.
d. New Hire Orientation. New Hire Orientation training is required for all Federal
new hire employees to provide a brief overview of records management and their
responsibilities.
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2. TRAINING FREQUENCY.
The frequency of training is determined upon the level of involvement and direct impact
to the success of the RM Program. Table 1 identifies the training frequency for each role
by the category of training. The NNSA PRO will administer “Ad-Hoc” training to
targeted groups, as necessary when new requirements and/or functional responsibilities
are identified.
Table 1-Training Categories/Frequency
ROLE
CATEGORIES
New Hire
Orientation
General
Refresher
Manager/
Supervisor
RMP
Initial
RMP
Refresher
General Employees Upon Hire Annually
Managers/ Supervisors Upon Hire Annually Annually
RM Professional (RMP)
(RMFO/RLO/RMC) Upon Hire Annually As Appointed Annually
3. TRAINING DELIVERY METHOD.
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There are many types of media that can be utilized to provide records management
training. The type of media used with each category of training will be identified as the
training curriculum is developed and updated on an annual basis. As an example, a
pamphlet may initially be incorporated into the new hire orientation materials; however,
in the future, another delivery method may be deemed more appropriate (i.e. Computer-
Based Training (CBT), PowerPoint, etc.). Potential delivery methods for training
include:
• Classroom Training & Exercises/Instructor Led
• Video Teleconference (VTC) Training & Exercises/Instructor Led
• Computer-Based Training (CBT)
• Webinars
• Desk-Side Assistance
• Pamphlets/Handouts
• Slide-Show Presentations
• NARA Training Courses (where appropriate)
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APPENDIX 3 - RECORDS MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL
APPOINTMENT PROCESS
The first phase to implement a sustainable Records Management (RM) Program is to appoint the
necessary Records Management Professionals (RMP). RMPs are the required personnel
resource(s) necessary to effectively coordinate and implement federal, Department and/or agency
specific records management requirements within their organization. The individuals appointed
as RMPs coordinate records management activities between the NNSA Program Records
Official (PRO) and their organizations. This appendix identifies the process to appoint RMPs for
NNSA organizations.
RMP appointments will consist of a minimum of a Records Management Field Officer (RMFO)
for each NNSA Field Office (FO), a Records Liaison Officer (RLO) for each NNSA
Headquarters (HQ) Program Office and Records Management Coordinators (RMC) at a
sufficient number to provide adequate RM resources for the organization. The number of RMCs
necessary for an organization will vary depending on the number of employees, geographical
location, and volume of records created and maintained by the organization. The recommended
ratio, for most organizations, is to appoint one RMC for every 30 employees.
RMP appointments are processed through the completion and submission of the following
form(s):
• NNSA F-243.01 – RMFO Appointment & Acknowledgement Form
• NNSA F-243.02 – RLO Appointment & Acknowledgement Form
• NNSA F-243.03 – RMC Appointment & Acknowledgement Form
RMP appointment forms are located on the NNSA Records Program Office internet site or by
submitting a request to the RPO group email NNSARecordsManagement@nnsa.doe.gov
Figure 1 illustrates the RMP appointment process, responsibilities, and actions necessary to
identify and appoint RMPs.
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Figure 1-RMP Appointment Process Flow
Table 2 provides the details associated with the RMP appointment process, responsibilities and
actions necessary to identify and appoint RMPs.
Table 2-RMP Appointment Process Description
Role Action Description
NNSA PRO Submit Appointment
Memorandum
The RMP appointment process occurs on an annual basis. The process
initiates with a memorandum from the NNSA PRO to the DAs, AAs, and
FOMs requesting designation and appointment of NNSA Records
Management Professionals.
DA, AA, FOM Appoint RMFO/RLO Appoint a RMFO for each Field Office and a RLO for each HQ Program
Office.
DA, AA, FOM
(See Note)
Delegate RMC
Appointment
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Delegate RMC appointment requirement to lower tier NNSA HQ and
Field Managers and Supervisors.
Manager/Designee Appoint RMC(s) Appoint one or more RMC for every 30 employees (approximately).
Manager/Designee
and RMP
Appointment
Form(s)
Complete and return the signed form to the NNSA PRO using the
instructions provided on the form.
NNSA PRO Submit RMFO/RLO
Information
Provide a current list of NNSA RMFOs and RLOs including names,
contact information, and represented organizations to the DRO on an
annual basis or as updates occur.
RMPs Attend Training Attend applicable RMP initial/refresher training.
Note: For the RMP appointment process, the term “Manager/Designee” refers to All NNSA DAs, AAs, FOMs, and
lower tier Managers and Supervisors at NNSA FO and HQ PO.
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APPENDIX 4 - RECORDS MANAGEMENT
IMPLEMENTATION AND MAINTENANCE
NNSA will realize a number of benefits with routine and systematic implementation of the
NNSA Records Management (RM) Program at NNSA Headquarters (HQ) and Field Offices
(FO). Consistency allows the RM Program to efficiently incorporate changes in requirements
and technology to allow for a sustainable and stable program. The NNSA Records Management
Handbook (RMH 243.1) covers the full spectrum of activities from records analysis, inventory,
file plans, document naming, folder structure, file cleanout, and disposition.
Utilizing the “Implementation and Maintenance” section of RMH 243.1 is strongly
recommended but is not required. Organizations that choose not to follow the guidance provided
in RMH 243.1 for implementation and maintenance are still required to meet minimum
requirements as identified in DOE O 243.1B to include development of organization specific file
plans and/or inventories for all hardcopy and electronic information being created and/or
maintained by the organization.
Organizations must submit their file plans/inventories to the NNSA Program Records Official
(PRO) for review and approval on an annual basis. At a minimum file plans/inventories must
capture the following information:
• Record series title and description for all records created/maintained by the
organization
• Inclusive dates (beginning and end) for each record series (category)
• Location of records to include physical and electronic storage locations
• Name(s) of individuals responsible for the record(s)
• Access restrictions
• Identification of essential (vital) records
Figure 2 illustrates the actions required to implement and maintain the NNSA RM Program
within each organization.
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Figure 2-Implementation/Maintenance Process Flow
Complete Initial/Refresher
RM Professional
Training
Perform
Organization
Analysis
Develop/Update
Organization
File Plan
Submit File Plan
For Approval
File Plan
Approved
Implement
File
Plan
Conduct Self
Assessment
(See Note)
Submit Completed
Self Assessment
No
Yes
Table 3 provides the details associated with the Records Management Professional (RMP)
appointment process, responsibilities and actions necessary to identify and appoint RMPs.
Table 3-Implementation/Maintenance Process Description
Role Action Description
RMP Complete Initial/ Refresher
RMP Training
Complete applicable RMP initial/annual refresher training.
RMP Perform Organization
Records Analysis
Inventory information created/maintained by the
organization and identifies records versus nonrecords.
RMP Develop Organization File
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Plan
Develop organization-specific file plan to identify records
created/maintained by the organization.
RMP Submit File Plan
For Approval
Submit file plan to NNSA PRO for review and approval.
RMP File Plan Approved Yes No
Approved – Proceed To
Implementation
Disapproved - Evaluate feedback
from NNSA PRO, make necessary
changes, and then resubmit.
RMP Implement File Plan Implement approved File Plan to appropriately transfer or
disposition applicable records.
Manager/Designee
or RMP
Conduct Self-Assessment (See
Note)
Complete the NNSA Self-Assessment Checklist to validate
implementation of the file plan and other applicable records
management requirements.
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Role Action Description
Manager/Designee
or RMP
Submit Completed Self-
Assessment (See Note)
Submit completed self-assessment to NNSA PRO.
Note: Self assessments are the mechanism used to verify/validate implementation of an organizations file plan.
The activities applicable to Self-assessments are defined in Appendix 6 of this SD and in RMH 243.1.
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APPENDIX 5 - RECORDS MANAGEMENT
ESSENTIAL RECORDS PROTECTION
The National Security Presidential Directive-51/ Homeland Security Presidential Directive-20,
(NSPD-51/HSPD-20) National Continuity Policy, requires federal agencies to establish and
ensure the continuity of the federal government during disasters, emergencies, and other
disruptions to normal operations. The Federal Continuity Directive (FCD-1) was developed to
provide operational guidance and direction on the development of continuity plans and programs
for the federal government in accordance with NSPD-51/HSPD-20.
In compliance with these two directives and FCD-1, DOE Order 150.1, Continuity Programs, the
DOE/NNSA Continuity of Operations (COOP) Plan (hereinafter, the “COOP Plan”) was
developed to provide the framework to implement COOP policies, requirements and
responsibilities at the Department. The FCD-1 and the COOP Plan identify the protection and
ready availability of essential records, databases, and hardcopy documents, needed to support
Primary Mission Essential Functions (PMEFs), Mission Essential Functions (MEFs), and
Essential Supporting Activities (ESAs) as one of the critical elements in successful continuity
planning.
Essential records management requirements are defined in 36 CFR 1223, Managing Vital
Records, that require federal agencies to develop an essential records program to identify,
protect, and manage essential records in compliance with all the elements identified in the FCD-
1, Annex I, Essential Records Management. DOE O 243.1B integrates essential records
management requirements with the other required elements of the DOE records management
program.
Organizations must identify and define the records needed to ensure essential functions and
operational responsibilities are continued under security emergency, continuity events, or other
emergency conditions and to protect the legal and financial rights of the Government and those
affected by Government activities.
1. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Essential records include any records required to accomplish essential functions during
and after a continuity event, or as part of recovery from a disaster. Essential functions are
defined as a subset of government functions and activities that are determined to be
critical and must be continued in a continuity situation and in planning for reconstitution.
Essential functions are categorized as:
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a. Mission Essential Functions (MEFs). Limited set of Department and Agency-
level government functions that must be continued after a disruption of normal
activities. MEFs provide essential services, exercise civil authority, maintain the
safety of the general public, and sustain the industrial/economic base during
disruption of normal operations.
b. Primary Mission Essential Functions (PMEFs). Government functions that must
be performed to support or implement the performance of MEFs before, during,
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and in the aftermath of a continuity event.
c. Essential Supporting Activities (ESAs). Activities performed by an agency or
department that support the accomplishment of the Department’s PMEFs and
MEFs.
2. ESSENTIAL RECORDS CATEGORIES
The majority of records an organization might identify as essential records would be
applicable to ESAs and encompass emergency operating records and legal and financial
rights records.
a. Emergency Operating Records (EOR).
Emergency Operating Records (EORs) are specific program records needed to
continue the most critical agency operations, as well as related policy or
procedural records that assist agency staff in conducting operations under
emergency conditions and for resuming normal operations after an emergency.
Examples of EORs include:
• Emergency plans and directives;
• Databases essential for the continued function and/or reconstitution during
and after a continuity event;
• Orders of succession;
• Delegations of authority;
• Staffing assignments;
• Policies and procedures;
• Security clearance rosters;
• Office evacuation blueprints and maps for emergency access/egress;
• System manuals for critical electronic databases and local area networks
(LANs); and
• Combinations and/or keys to get into locked areas.
b. Legal and Financial Rights Records (LFRR).
Legal and Financial Rights Records (LFRRs) are critical to carrying out the
essential legal and financial functions, and essential to the protection of the legal
and financial rights of individuals who are directly affected by the organization’s
activities. These records include those with such value that the loss would
significantly impair the execution of essential organization functions to the
detriment of the legal or financial rights and entitlements of the organization and
the affected individual(s). Examples of LFRRs include:
• Accounts receivable files;
• Contracting and acquisition files;
• Official personnel records;
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• Social security records;
• Payroll records;
• Retirement records;
• Insurance records; and
• Property management and inventory records.
3. REQUIREMENTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES.
a. Records Management Professionals.
(1) Coordinate with designated COOP Coordinator/Emergency Management
Personnel as applicable to ensure compliance with organization continuity
and emergency management requirements.
(2) Ensure essential records are identified on file plans/inventories to include
locations, access instructions, and any potential access restrictions.
(3) Ensure inventory of all essential records is incorporated in the applicable
COOP implementation plans and a copy readily available at the Alternate
Operating Facility (OAF).
(4) Ensure essential records, in all media, are readily available at the AOF
through the most efficient and effective means available to include
hardcopy originals, duplicates, electronic backups and any equipment
necessary for access.
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(5) Ensure essential records and associated inventories are reviewed and
updated on an annual basis. Reviews must be documented to identify the
date of the review and the name(s) of personnel conducting the review.
b. NNSA Program Records Official.
As required by DOE O 243.1B, the NNSA Program Records Official (PRO) will
provide a consolidated essential records inventory to the Continuity Program
Office and/or Emergency Management Program on an annual basis.
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APPENDIX 6 - RECORDS MANAGEMENT
ASSESSMENT PROGRAM
Assessments of the NNSA Records Management (RM) Program are required to ensure NNSA
records and information assets are adequately identified and protected throughout their lifecycle.
The Records Management Assessment Program (RAMP) is designed to provide an evaluation of
the records management program to determine effectiveness, efficiency, and compliance with
requirements. Assessments provide a baseline of the current state of records management,
within a specific area or organization, and provide a roadmap of improvement and/or greater
efficiencies for the future.
The National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) requires all federal agencies to
conduct records management assessments to determine whether they are compliant with
statutory and regulatory records management requirements. The results from the government-
wide assessment, combined with the agency assessments, provide the necessary data to develop
strategies to enhance training, implementation, and continuous improvements.
Assessments are conducted by, and applicable to, a number of different organizations and
geographical locations. For example, Self-Assessments, Program Assessments, Site
Assessments, Departmental Assessments, and External Assessments conducted by external
entities such as the Inspector General (IG), Government Accounting Office (GAO), or a NARA
conducted assessment. The two assessment methods covered in this appendix are the
organization self-assessments performed on an annual basis and scheduled program assessments
conducted by the NNSA Program Records Official (PRO).
1. ANNUAL SELF ASSESSMENTS.
Self-assessments will be conducted by each organization on an annual basis as part of the
implementation and maintenance process described in Appendix 4 of this SD. Self-
assessments take the place of the Records Program Office (RPO) validation conducted
after initial development and implementation of the records management program by the
Records Management Professional (RMP) within their applicable organization(s). Refer
to Appendix 4, Figure 2 and Table 3 to depict where self-assessments are required as
part of the implementation and maintenance process.
Blank self-assessment forms are located on the NNSA Records Program Office internet
site or sending a request to the RPO group email
NNSARecordsManagement@nnsa.doe.gov.
2. PROGRAM ASSESSMENTS
The NNSA PRO is required to assess records management practices of NNSA HQ and
Field Offices (FO) for which they have been assigned oversight responsibility at least
every three (3) years. The evaluation(s) of the records management program and
practices establish the baseline results to determine compliance with requirements,
identify best business practices within the organization, and identify any potential areas
of improvement.
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The PRO will conduct the program assessment based on the process flowchart outlined in
Figure 3. The assessment results will be documented and provided to the organization
for review and clarification. Once comments are received, the PRO will provide a final
report of the findings and any corrective actions. The organization is expected to
implement corrective action within the timeframe recommended.
Figure 3-NNSA RMAP Process Flow
Notify Organization of
Assessment and Criteria
Conduct
Pre-Briefing
Conduct
Assessment
Conduct
Post Briefing
Prepare
Final Report
Submit Final
Report to
Organization
Conduct Follow-Up
Activities (If Applicable)
Submit
Corrective
Action Plan
(If Applicable)
Table 4 provides a description of the high-level actions associated with the NNSA RMAP.
Table 4-NNSA RMAP Process Description
Role Action Description
NNSA PRO Notify Organization of
Assessment
Formal communication to the Manager/Designee
and RMP(s) that the assessment will occur.
PRO, Manager/
Designee, RMP
Conduct Pre-Briefing Preliminary meeting with Manager/Designee and
RMP(s) to communicate the assessment scope,
activities, and process.
PRO and RMP Conduct Assessment Conduct organizational assessment with RMP(s).
PRO, Manager/
Designee, RMP
Conduct Post Briefing Provide initial feedback, potential findings (if
applicable), any best business practices, and identify
next steps.
PRO, Manager/
Designee, RMP
Submit Draft Report Prepare and submit draft report to assessed
organization for comment.
PRO Submit Final Report Prepare and submit final report to the organization.
Manager/Designee Audit Response If Applicable – Submit formal response to PRO with
Corrective Action Plan.
PRO Conduct Follow-up Activities If Applicable – Conduct follow-up to determine if
findings and recommendations were performed as
required.
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3. ADDITIONAL RMAP CRITERIA DESCRIPTION.
A. HEADQUARTERS.
The areas/elements to be assessed will vary based on previous assessment results,
trends, new program criteria elements, etc. Therefore a standard checklist isn’t
created that will be used in all assessments. Provided below is an example of the
basic criteria and subject areas along with protocol for the assessments.
(1) The PRO shall provide the Deputy Administrator/Associate Administrator
or Manager/Designee and designated Records Liaison Officer (RLO) a
sixty day notice in writing of the intent to evaluate, along with the targeted
areas/elements to be examined.
(2) The PRO shall coordinate the assessment and all associated activities with
the responsible RLO.
(3) The PRO and RLO will coordinate on mutually agreeable dates.
(4) Visits may include the PRO and representatives from the NNSA RPO.
(5) Visits shall not exceed three days unless specified in writing.
(6) The RLO will coordinate with the necessary Records Management
Coordinators (RMCs), program/project managers, etc., to provide an
overview of:
a. The general work of the organization and types of records created
b. Methods for storing records (i.e., central file areas, shared drives,
Federal Records Centers, etc.)
c. Current initiatives to improve records management
d. Methods to communicate roles, responsibilities, and
implementation with general employees
e. Issues and challenges
f. Arrange meetings (if applicable) with:
• Records Management Coordinators
• Individual Employees
• Managers/Supervisors
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(7) The PRO may ask to review any of the following:
a. Records inventories tied to the organization specific file plan.
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b. Any internal policies/procedures related to document control and
management.
c. Previous assessments that cited records management deficiencies.
(8) The PRO will summarize preliminary findings and present results during a
closeout meeting to:
a. Manager/Designee
b. RLO
(9) A final report shall be prepared and sent to the Manager/Designee and
RLO within thirty days of the closeout meeting.
(10) The Manager/Designee or RLO shall address in writing the findings and
outline corrective actions taken and/or planned within ninety days of
receiving the final report.
B. FIELD OFFICES.
The areas/elements to be assessed will vary based on previous assessment results,
trends, new program criteria elements, etc. Therefore a standard checklist isn’t
created that will be used in all assessments. Provided below is an example of the
basic criteria and subject areas along with protocol for the assessments.
(1) The PRO shall provide the designated Records Management Field Officer
(RMFO) a sixty day notice in writing of the intent to evaluate, along with
the targeted areas/elements to be examined.
(2) The PRO shall coordinate the assessment and all associated activities with
the responsible RMFO including mutually agreeable dates.
(3) The PRO will provide an overview of the organization’s Records
Management Program and summaries of any previous assessments
available for review prior to the evaluation.
(4) Visits may include the PRO and representatives from the NNSA RPO.
(5) Visits shall not exceed three days unless specified in writing.
(6) The RMFO will coordinate with the necessary field/site RMPs,
program/project managers, etc., to provide an overview of:
a. General mission, business, and functions of the field/site and types
of records created
b. Federal and Contractor Records Programs
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c. Records storage facilities
d. Current initiatives
e. Issues and challenges.
(7) The FO may be asked to provide a tour of:
a. Records storage facilities
b. Central file areas and vaults
c. Document processing centers
(8) Arrange meetings (if applicable) with:
a. Records Management Coordinators
b. Individual Employees
c. Managers/Supervisors
(9) PRO may ask to review any of the following:
a. Inventories
b. Records Tracking Systems
c. Internal policies/procedures
d. Budgets
e. Self-Assessments and Program Assessments
f. Electronic Document Management/Electronic
• Recordkeeping Systems
• E-mail pilots/results
g. Training
• Methods to communicate roles, responsibilities, and
implementation with general employees
• Training materials for RMPs at the field office
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(10) The PRO will summarize preliminary findings and present results during a
closeout meeting to:
a. FO Manage/Designee
b. RMFO
(11) A final report shall be prepared and sent to the FO Manager/Designee and
RMFO within thirty days of the closeout meeting.
(12) The FO Manager/Designee or RMFO shall address in writing the findings
and outline corrective actions taken and/or planned within ninety days of
receiving the final report.
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APPENDIX 7 - ACRONYM LIST
Acronym Description
AA Associate Administrator
AA-CIO Associate Administrator Chief Information Officer
AOF Alternate Operating Facility
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CBT Computer Based Training
CFR Code of Federal Regulations
CIO Chief Information Officer
COOP Continuity Of Operations Program
CRD Contractor Requirements Document
DA Deputy Administrator
DOE Department of Energy
DOE O Department of Energy Order
DRO Departmental Records Officer
E.O. Executive Order
EEOICPA Energy Employees Occupational Injury Compensation Program
EOR Emergency Operating Records
ESA Essential Supporting Activities
FCD Federal Continuity Directive
FO Field Office
FOIA Freedom of Information Act
FOM Field Office Manager
FRC Federal Record Center
GAO Government Accounting Organization
HQ Headquarters
IG Inspector General
LFRR Legal and Financial Rights Records
M&O Management and Operating
MEF Mission Essential Functions
NARA National Archives and Records Administration
NNSA National Nuclear Security Administration
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Acronym Description
PA Privacy Act
PMEF Primary Mission Essential Functions
PRC Program/Project Records Custodian
PRO Program Records Official
RLO Records Liaison Officer
RM Records Management
RMAP Records Management Assessment Program
RMC Records Management Coordinator
RMFO Records Management Field Officer
RMH Records Management Handbook
RMP Records Management Professional
RPO NNSA Records Program Office
SD Supplemental Directive
U.S.C. United States Code
VTC Video Tele-Conference
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APPENDIX 8 - DEFINITION OF TERMS
This appendix provides definitions and requirement source information applicable to SD 243.1
Records Management Program.
1. ADEQUATE AND PROPER DOCUMENTATION. Record of the conduct of
Government business that is complete and accurate to the extent required to document the
organization, functions, policies, decisions, procedures, and essential transactions of the
agency and that is designed to furnish the information necessary to protect the legal and
financial rights of the Government and of persons directly affected by the agency’s
activities.
2. CONTINUITY OF OPERATIONS (COOP) COORDINATORS. Program office, staff
office, or field representative who represent and are the point of contact for their office or
field element regarding continuity of operations.
3. DEPARTMENTAL RECORDS OFFICER (DRO). Person assigned responsibility for
overseeing the DOE Records Management Program by the DOE Chief Information
Officer or his/her designee.
4. DISPOSITION. Any activity with respect to:
a. Disposal of temporary records no longer needed for the conduct of business by
destruction or donation.
b. Transfer of records to Federal agency storage facilities or records centers.
c. Transfer to the National Archives of the United States of records determined to
have sufficient historical or other value to warrant continued preservation.
d. Transfer of records from one Federal agency to any other Federal agency.
5. ELECTRONIC RECORD. Any information recorded in a form that only a computer can
process and that satisfies the definition of a Federal record under the Federal Records
Act. The term includes both the record content and the associated metadata that the
agency determines is required to meet agency business needs.
6. EMERGENCY OPERATING RECORDS. Essential (vital) records necessary to the
continued functioning or reconstitution of an organization during and after an emergency.
Included are emergency plans and directives, orders of succession, delegations of
authority, staffing assignments, selected program records needed to continue the most
critical agency operations, as well as related policy or procedural records that assist
agency staff in conducting operations under emergency conditions and for resuming
normal operations after an emergency.
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7. ESSENTIAL RECORDS. Formerly known as “vital records”. Agency records that are
needed to meet operational responsibilities under security emergency, continuity events,
or other emergency conditions (emergency operating and mission essential records) or to
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protect the legal and financial rights of the Government and those affected by
Government activities (legal and financial rights records).
8. FEDERAL RECORDS CENTER. Operated by the National Archives and Records
Administration for the economical storage of and access to noncurrent records or
permanent records pending their ultimate disposition in accordance with Agency Records
Disposition (Control) Schedules.
9. FILE PLAN. A classification scheme describing different types of files maintained in an
office, how they are identified, where they should be stored, how they should be indexed
for retrieval, and a reference to the approved disposition for each file.
10. LEGAL AND FINANCIAL RIGHTS RECORDS. Essential (vital) records necessary to
protect legal and financial rights of the Government and individuals directly affected by
its activities (also known as Rights and Interests Records). Examples include, but are not
limited, to accounts receivable records, social security records, payroll records, retirement
records, and insurance records.
11. MANAGERS/SUPERVISORS. Administrator, Deputy Administrators, Associate
Administrators, Field Office Managers, and all lower tier HQ/Field Office Managers and
Supervisors unless otherwise stated.
12. NATIONAL ARCHIVES AND RECORDS ADMINISTRATION (NARA). Federal
agency responsible for overseeing agencies’ adequacy of documentation and records
disposition programs and practices. (36 CFR 1220.18).
13. NNSA ELEMENTS. Headquarters (HQ) and field offices (FO) which report directly to
the Office of the Administrator.
14. NONRECORD MATERIALS. Federally owned informational materials that do not meet
the statutory definition of “records” (44 U.S.C. 3301) or that have been excluded from
coverage by the definition. Excluded are extra copies of documents kept only for
reference, stocks of publications and processed documents, and library or museum
materials intended solely for reference or exhibit.
15. PERMANENT RECORDS. Any Federal record that has been determined by NARA to
have sufficient value to warrant its preservation in the National Archives of the United
States, even while it remains in agency custody. Permanent records are those for which
the disposition is permanent on SF 115, Request for Records Disposition Authority,
approved by NARA on or after May 14, 1973. The term also includes all records
accessioned into the National Archives of the United States.
16. PERSONAL PAPERS/INFORMATION. Materials that belong/relate to an individual
and are not generated or used to conduct NNSA business. Types of personal papers
include professional development information, performance evaluations-employee copy,
benefits/employment information-employee copy, etc.
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17. PROGRAM/PROJECT RECORDS CUSTODIAN. Individual with responsibility for
collection(s) of program/project records but is not appointed as an RMC for an
organization.
18. PROGRAM RECORDS OFFICIAL (PRO). An individual who has NNSA HQ and Field
Office oversight and signature authority to approve records issues for the NNSA RM
Program and serve as the program liaison with the DOE DRO.
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19. RECORDS. All books, papers, maps, photographs, machine-readable materials, or other
documentary materials, regardless of physical form or characteristics, made or received
by an Agency of the United States Government under Federal law or in connection with
the transaction of public business and preserved or appropriate for preservation by that
Agency or its legitimate successor as evidence of the organization, functions, policies,
decisions, procedures, operations, or other activities of the Government or because of the
informational value of the data in them.
20. RECORDS LIAISON OFFICER (RLO). An individual designated to coordinate with the
NNSA PRO for oversight, implementation and maintenance of the RM Program within
NNSA HQ Program Offices to comply with DOE and NNSA orders, procedures, and
guidelines
21. RECORDS MANAGEMENT. Planning, controlling, directing, organizing, training,
promoting, and other managerial activities involved with respect to records creation,
records maintenance and use, and records disposition in order to achieve adequate and
proper documentation of the policies and transactions of the Federal Government and
effective and economical management of Agency operations.
22. RECORDS MANAGEMENT COORDINATOR (RMC). Individual designated to
collaborate with the applicable RMFO/RLO for coordination, implementation, and
maintenance of the RM Program within their designated organization.
23. RECORDS MANAGEMENT FIELD OFFICER (RMFO). An individual designated to
coordinate with the NNSA PRO for oversight, implementation, and maintenance of the
RM Program within the Field Office to comply with DOE and NNSA orders, procedures,
and guidelines, and to provide oversight and guidance to contractor records management
programs.
24. RECORDS MANAGEMENT HANDBOOK (RMH). Document that provides additional
guidance, tools, instructions, and implementation resources necessary to implement the
NNSA Records Management program within each organization.
25. RECORDS MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONALS (RMP). Appointed individuals with
responsibility to coordinate activities and oversee implementation of the RM Program
within their organization.
26. RECORDS PROGRAM OFFICE (RPO). Organization at NNSA HQ that supports the
NNSA PRO to develop and coordinate implementation of the NNSA RM Program.
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27. SCHEDULE. Also referred to as “Records Schedule” or “DOE Records Disposition
Schedule”. Standard Form 115, Request for Disposition Authority that has been approved
by NARA to authorize the disposition of Federal records; a GRS issued by NARA; or a
published agency manual or directive containing the records descriptions and disposition
instructions approved by NARA on one or more SF 115s or issued by NARA in the GRS.
28. SERIES. File units or documents arranged according to a filing or classification system
or kept together because they relate to a particular subject or function, result from the
same activity, document a specific kind of transaction, take a particular physical form, or
have some other relationship arising out of their creation, receipt, or use, such as
restrictions on access and use. Also called a records series.
29. SUPPORT SERVICES CONTRACTORS. Contractors providing direct support to
NNSA Headquarters or Field Office organizations (NNSA Elements). Support Services
Contractors are often co-located with Federal employees and therefore are unable to meet
the requirements of DOE O 243.1B Contractor Requirements Document to establish and
implement a separate records management program.
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30. TEMPORARY RECORDS. Any Federal record that has been determined by the
Archivist of the United States to have insufficient value (on the basis of current
standards) to warrant preservation by the NARA.
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APPENDIX 9 - REFERENCES
1. 36 CFR, Chapter 12, Subchapter B, Records Management, dated 11-09-2009, or most
current version.
2. 48 CFR 970.5204-3 Access to and Ownership of Records, dated 12-2008, or most current
version.
3. DOE O 150.1A, Continuity Programs, dated, 03-31-2014, or most current version.
4. DOE O 243.1B, Records Management Program, dated 03-11-2013, or most current
version.
5. Federal Continuity Directive 1 (FCD-1), Federal Executive Branch National Continuity
Program and Requirements, dated 10-2012, or most current version.
6. NNSA Records Management Handbook (RMH 243.1) dated 04-01-2014, or most current
version.
7. National Security Presidential Directive-51/ Homeland Security Presidential Directive-
20, (NSPD-51/HSPD-20) National Continuity Policy, dated 05-04-2007, or most current
version.
3. TRAINING DELIVERY METHOD.
1. ANNUAL SELF ASSESSMENTS.
2. PROGRAM ASSESSMENTS
3. ADDITIONAL RMAP CRITERIA DESCRIPTION.
a. HEADQUARTERS.
b. FIELD OFFICES.