The Nuclear Safety Division conducts a comprehensive nuclear power plant oversight review program of the nine reactors at the five nuclear power sites in Pennsylvania. It also monitors the activities associated with management and disposal of a low-level radioactive waste disposal facility in Pennsylvania and provides planning and support for Bureau response to incidents involving nuclear power plants and/or radioactive material in Pennsylvania.


  • Rich Janati, Nuclear Safety Division Chief

  • James Barnhart, Radioactive Waste & Emergency Response Section Chief
  • Contacting the Nuclear Safety Division:

    • Phone:  (717) 787-2163

    • Fax:  (717) 783-8965

    • Nuclear Safety Division Hotline:
      (717) 787-2163 (Pennsylvania only)

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