This section describes core policy and program documents of Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory 
(Berkeley Lab).
Documents in this section are considered controlled documents and must be managed in accordance with Laboratory Document Control Procedures. As noted in the Foreword to the RPM, internal policy documents do not replace governing Directives, the Prime Contract, or applicable law.
The DOE/LBNL Contract is the performance-based management and operating contract between the Department of Energy (DOE) and the Regents of the University of California for the management of Berkeley Lab. It is the primary governing document that sets the mission of the Laboratory, provides the basis for Berkeley Lab's policies and procedures, and includes:
the Laboratory is evaluated by DOE.The DOE/LBNL Contract is available online from the University of California Office of the President's Laboratory Administration Office. It is controlled via a modification process defined in the Contract.
This Regulations and Procedures Manual (RPM) serves as a reference for guidelines, rules, and general business practices for Laboratory personnel and is available on the Web. Questions concerning policy interpretation, regulation applicability, or allowability of activities should be directed to the manager responsible for the particular RPM section, as designated in Managers Responsible for RPM Sections.
LBNL PROCUREMENT STANDARD PRACTICES MANUALThe LBNL
Procurement Standard Practices Manual implements policies of the University of California and sets forth the standard practices for the Laboratory's procurement system. The purpose of the procurement system is to ensure that goods and services required by the Laboratory are obtained in an economical, efficient, and timely manner while meeting the requirements of the Laboratory's Prime Contract. The purpose of the Standard Practices (SPs) is to ensure consistent application of the policies and procedures of the University of California.
Laboratory personnel who perform procurement functions must be thoroughly familiar with this manual. Questions pertaining to the guide should be referred to the Office of the Chief Financial Officer/Procurement.
Safety RegulationsLaboratory-wide safety regulations are contained in the Health and Safety Manual (PUB-3000). This manual contains statements on safety policy; chemical safety; electrical safety; the design, installation, and test of hazardous research equipment; and general safety recommendations for fire and accident prevention. Questions should be referred to the Environment, Health & Safety Division.
Safety documentation for individual facilities is contained in Safety Analysis Documents (SADs), which describe mitigation activities and identify hazards within a facility. SADs are prepared by the operating division; reviewed by the Environment, Health & Safety Division; and kept in each facility notebook.
The Master Emergency Program Plan (MEPP) describes how the Laboratory's resources are organized to respond to disasters such as a significant earthquake. MEPP is available online. The point of contact is the Laboratory Emergency Services Manager.
The Laboratory Business Continuity Plan describes how key services will operate after the initial response to a major disaster. The Business Continuity Plan is available from the Business Continuity Program Manager. For more information, see Section 8.02 (Business Continuity Policy) and the Business Continuity Planning Web site.
The Personal Property Policy Manual (PPPM) describes the Laboratory's system for ensuring responsible stewardship of property used for DOE mission–driven work at the Laboratory. The PPPM and associated training are key to successfully managing property throughout its life cycle. It serves as a resource for division property staff, and provides information for the Laboratory community. The PPPM is searchable and downloadable from the Property Management Web site.
The Laboratory Site Security Plan describes the Laboratory’s approach to physical security. The point of contact is the Security Manager.
The Computer Security Program Plan describes the Laboratory's approach to cyber security. The point of contact is the Computer Protection Program Manager. A summary is available here.
The Operating and Quality Management Plan (PUB-3111) specifies the Quality Assurance and Conduct of Operations requirements for all Laboratory divisions. Copies of this plan are available from the Office of Institutional Assurance (OIA). OIA will answer questions concerning the applicability of the Operating and Quality Management Program to particular activities.
The University of California Contractor Assurance System Description for Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (Revision 1, PUB-5520) is a set of operating systems used to ensure that the Laboratory's organizations achieve reliable and safe performance in their work activities, and are in compliance with regulatory and contractual requirements. These systems apply to all Laboratory staff, participating affiliates, students, and subcontractors.