# 10 C.F.R. § 26.33 (2026): Behavioral observation

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T10_P26_S26_33

## Section

- **Citation:** 10 C.F.R. § 26.33 (2026)
- **Heading:** Behavioral observation
- **Jurisdiction:** Federal
- **Kind:** Regulations
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Title 10 CFR: Energy / Chapter I: NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION / Part 26: FITNESS FOR DUTY PROGRAMS / Subpart B: Program Elements / § 26.33: § 26.33   Behavioral observation.

## Text

Licensees and other entities shall ensure that the individuals who are subject to this subpart are subject to behavioral observation. Behavioral observation must be performed by individuals who are trained under § 26.29 to detect behaviors that may indicate possible use, sale, or possession of illegal drugs; use or possession of alcohol on site or while on duty; or impairment from fatigue or any cause that, if left unattended, may constitute a risk to public health and safety or the common defense and security. Individuals who are subject to this subpart shall report any FFD concerns about other individuals to the personnel designated in the FFD policy.

## Nearby sections

- [10 C.F.R. § 26.21 (2026) § 26.21   Fitness-for-duty program.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T10_P26_S26_21.md)
- [10 C.F.R. § 26.23 (2026) § 26.23   Performance objectives.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T10_P26_S26_23.md)
- [10 C.F.R. § 26.27 (2026) § 26.27   Written policy and procedures.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T10_P26_S26_27.md)
- [10 C.F.R. § 26.29 (2026) § 26.29   Training.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T10_P26_S26_29.md)
- [10 C.F.R. § 26.31 (2026) § 26.31   Drug and alcohol testing.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T10_P26_S26_31.md)
- [10 C.F.R. § 26.33 (2026) § 26.33   Behavioral observation.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T10_P26_S26_33.md)
- [10 C.F.R. § 26.35 (2026) § 26.35   Employee assistance programs.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T10_P26_S26_35.md)
- [10 C.F.R. § 26.37 (2026) § 26.37   Protection of information.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T10_P26_S26_37.md)
- [10 C.F.R. § 26.39 (2026) § 26.39   Review process for fitness-for-duty policy violations.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T10_P26_S26_39.md)
- [10 C.F.R. § 26.41 (2026) § 26.41   Audits and corrective action.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T10_P26_S26_41.md)

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