Which agency is responsible for regulating and inspecting nuclear safety at plants?

• A. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC).
• B. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
• C. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
• D. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

Answer: (A)

The main concept here is who guards the safety of civilian nuclear power plants. The Nuclear Regulatory Commission is the federal body responsible for licensing, regulating, and inspecting nuclear facilities to ensure they operate safely and securely. They set safety standards, review designs, issue operating licenses, perform regular inspections, and take enforcement actions when safety requirements aren’t met. This oversight covers how plants are built, run, maintained, and eventually decommissioned, along with preparedness for emergencies.

The other agencies have important roles in their own areas (air travel, environmental protection, and worker safety), but they do not serve as the primary regulator for nuclear plant safety.