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In accordance with NPD 8621.1, "NASA Mishap and Close Call Reporting, Investigating and Recordkeeping Policy," NASA policy is to report, investigate, and document NASA mishaps, close calls and previously unidentified serious workplace hazards to prevent recurrence and determine the root cause(s) in order to develop and implement corrective actions. The purpose of this Directive is to provide the requirements in close call and mishap reporting, investigation, and recordkeeping; explain how the program shall be conducted in compliance with NASA, Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC), and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements and policies; and establish responsibilities for employees to prevent injury, illness, and loss or damage to NASA/MSFC property.

APPLICABILITY. This Directive is applicable to all persons on MSFC property and contractors involved in MSFC operations and MSFC civil service employees.