NRC urges $40,000 penalty on PSE&G over Salem security lapses
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission recommended fining Public Service Electric & Gas Co. 40,000 for alleged security lapses at the Salem nuclear generating station in Lower Alloways Creek Township New Jersey. NRC inspectors found plant security personnel entered controlled areas without proper procedures amid an investigation conducted from January 29 to July 6. Security plans remain confidential and officials cited a general lack of control in managing the physical security program.