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Purpose

This Handbook defines the main elements of the NASA Safety Culture Program. It contains guidance on the development, implementation, sustainment, growth, and practice of Safety Culture at the Center level. It also presents the NASA Safety Culture Model, describes the Safety Culture Survey (SCS) process, and outlines training and other related resources to support the practices of Safety Culture throughout NASA.

Applicability

This Handbook applies to all NASA stakeholders: personnel (Civil Service and Contractor), NASA Headquarters (HQ), NASA Centers, Component Facilities, and Technical & Service Support Centers. This Handbook also applies to the Jet Propulsion Laboratory and/or to other Contractors; grants recipients; or parties to agreements to the extent specified or referenced in their contracts, grants, or agreements.