DOE M 470.4-4, Information Security
Functional areas: Safeguards, Security, and Emergency Management, Work Processes
This Manual establishes security requirements for the protection and control of information and matter required to be classified or controlled by statutes, regulations, or Department of Energy directives. Attachment E, Technical Surveillance Countermeasures Program, is for Official Use Only. Contact the Office of Security and Safety Performance Assurance at 301-903-3653 if your official duties require you to have access to this part of the directive.
Cancels: DOE M 471.2-1B, DOE M 471.2-1C, DOE M 471.2-4, and DOE O 471.2A.
Supersedes:
DOE M 471.2-4, Technical Surveillance Countermeasures on Aug 26, 2005
DOE M 471.2-1C, Classified Matter Protection and Control Manual on Aug 26, 2005
DOE M 471.2-1B, Classified Matter Protection and Control Manual on Aug 26, 2005
DOE O 471.2A, Information Security Program on Aug 26, 2005
Superseded By:
DOE M 470.4-4A, Information Security Manual on Jan 16, 2009
Version history and related documents
Superseded by
A newer version replaces this document.
- DOE M 470.4-4AInformation Security Manual (Jan 16, 2009)
Supersedes
Earlier documents this one replaced.
- DOE M 471.2-4Technical Surveillance Countermeasures (Aug 26, 2005)
- DOE M 471.2-1CClassified Matter Protection and Control Manual (Aug 26, 2005)
- DOE M 471.2-1C Chg 1Classified Matter Protection and Control Manual (Aug 26, 2005)
- DOE M 471.2-1BClassified Matter Protection and Control Manual (Aug 26, 2005)
- DOE O 471.2AInformation Security Program (Aug 26, 2005)
Document text
Text extracted from the attached file. Refer to the original document for the authoritative version.
Section 1
MANUAL
DOE M 470.4-4
Approved: 08-26-05
Review: 8-26-07
INFORMATION SECURITY
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY
Office of Security and Safety Performance Assurance
AVAILABLE ONLINE AT: INITIATED BY:
http://www.directives.doe.gov Office of Security and Safety
Performance Assurance
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INFORMATION SECURITY
1. PURPOSE. Establish security requirements for the protection and control of
information and matter required to be classified or controlled by statutes, regulations, or
Department of Energy (DOE) directives. The information security program includes
Classified Matter Protection and Control (CMPC); Operations Security (OPSEC);
Technical Surveillance Countermeasures (TSCM); security of Foreign Government
Information (FGI) and Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI); security of special
access programs; and that unclassified information required to be controlled by statutes,
regulations, or DOE directives, generally referred to as unclassified controlled
information.
Although separate from the safeguards and security (S&S) information security
program, the Department’s cyber security program operates under the same basic
protection principles. The cyber security program (including both classified and
unclassified cyber security) is administered by the Department’s Chief Information
Officer.
2. OBJECTIVES.
a. Effect the policy in DOE P 470.1, Integrated Safeguards and Security
Management (ISSM) Policy, by integrating information security into DOE
operations as determined by line management, and according to sound risk
management practices. (DOE Policy 470.1, Integrated Safeguards and Security
Management Policy [ISSM], is the Department’s philosophical approach to the
management of the S&S Program. A principal objective of the ISSM Program is
to integrate S&S into management and work practices at all levels, based on
program line management’s risk management-based decisions, so that missions
may be accomplished without security events, such as interruption, disruption or
compromise. This approach includes individual responsibility and
implementation of the security requirements found in this Manual.)
b. Establish requirements for protecting classified and unclassified controlled
information.
c. Ensure that any release of classified information to the public complies with
applicable release restrictions or only involves information that has been
formally and officially declassified by an appropriate declassification authority,
and that its release is otherwise permitted by applicable laws or regulations.
d. Ensure that unclassified controlled information is not released to the public
without review and approval.
e. Establish graded protection measures for each classification level (Confidential,
Secret, and Top Secret).
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3. PROGRAM INTEGRATION. The information security program must be integrated
with other programs such as S&S program planning and management, physical
protection, protective force, personnel security, and nuclear material control and
accountability. Additionally, the activities and requirements in the weapons surety,
foreign visits and assignments, safety, emergency management, cyber security,
intelligence, and counterintelligence programs should be considered in the
implementation of this Manual.
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4. CANCELLATIONS. The directives listed below are canceled. Cancellation of a
directive does not by itself modify or otherwise affect any contractual obligation to
comply with such a directive. Canceled directives that are incorporated by reference in
a contract remain in effect until the contract is modified to delete the reference to the
requirements in the canceled directives. The publication of this Manual incorporates or
cancels all previous memoranda or letters that were issued by the Office of Security or
its predecessor organizations that established policy.
a. DOE O 471.2A, Information Security, dated 3-27-97
b. DOE M 471.2-1C, Classified Matter Protection and Control, dated 4-17-01
c. DOE M 471.2-4, Technical Surveillance Countermeasures, dated 2-6-04, except
for the classified annex
d. DOE M 471.2-1B, Classified Matter Protection and Control, dated 1-06-99
5. APPLICABILITY.
a. Departmental Elements. Except for the exclusion in paragraph 5.c., this Manual
applies to all Departmental elements, listed on Attachment 1. This Manual
automatically applies to Departmental elements created after it is issued.
(1) The Administrator of the National Nuclear Security Administration
(NNSA) will assure that NNSA employees and contractors comply with
their respective responsibilities under this Manual.
b. Contractors.
(1) The Contractor Requirements Document (CRD), Attachment 2, sets forth
requirements of this Manual that will apply to site/facility management
contracts that include the CRD.
(2) The CRD must be included in the site/facility management contracts that
involve classified information or matter, or nuclear materials and contain
DOE Acquisition Regulation (DEAR) clause 952.204-2, titled Security
Requirements.
(a) Departmental elements must notify contracting officers of
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affected site/facility management contracts to incorporate this
directive into those contracts.
(b) Once notified, contracting officers are responsible for
incorporating this directive into the affected contracts via the
Laws, Regulations, and DOE Directives clause of the contracts
once notified.
(3) A violation of the provisions of the CRD relating to the safeguarding or
security of Restricted Data or other classified information may result in a
civil penalty pursuant to subsection a. of section 234B of the Atomic
Energy Act of 1954 (42 U.S.C. 228b.). The procedures for the
assessment of civil penalties are set forth in Title 10, Code of Federal
Regulations (CFR), Part 824, Procedural Rules for the Assessment of
Civil Penalties for Classified Information Security Violations, (10 CFR
Part 824).
(4) As stated in DEAR clause 970.5204-2, titled Laws, Regulations, and
DOE Directives, regardless of the performer of the work, site/facility
contractors with the CRD incorporated into their contracts are
responsible for compliance with the CRD. Affected site/facility
management contractors are responsible for flowing down the
requirements of the CRD to subcontracts at any tier to the extent
necessary to ensure compliance with the requirements. In doing so,
contractors must not unnecessarily or imprudently flow down
requirements to subcontracts. That is, contractors must both ensure that
they and their subcontractors comply with the requirements of this CRD
and only incur costs that would be incurred by a prudent person in the
conduct of competitive business.
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(5) This Manual does not automatically apply to other than site/facility
management contracts. Application of any of the requirements of this
Manual to other than site/facility management contracts will be
communicated as follows:
(a) Heads of Field Elements and Headquarters Departmental
Elements. Review procurement requests for new non-site/facility
management contracts that involve classified information or
matter, or nuclear materials and contain DEAR clause 952.204-2,
Security Requirements. If appropriate, ensure that the
requirements of the CRD of this Manual are included in the
contract.
(b) Contracting Officers. Assist originators of procurement requests
who want to incorporate the requirements of the CRD of this
Manual in new non-site/facility management contracts, as
appropriate.
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c. Exclusion. In accordance with the responsibilities and authorities assigned by
Executive Order 12344 and to ensure consistency throughout the joint Navy and
DOE organization of the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program, the Deputy
Administrator for Naval Reactors will implement and oversee all requirements
and practices pertaining to this Manual for activities under the Deputy
Secretary’s cognizance.
6. DEVIATIONS. Deviations from the requirements in this Manual must be processed in
accordance with DOE M 470.4-1, Safeguards and Security Program Planning and
Management.
7. DEFINITIONS. Terms commonly used in the program are defined in the S&S Glossary
in DOE M 470.4-7, Safeguards and Security Program References. In addition to those
in the Glossary, the following definitions are provided for use in this Manual.
a. DOE line management refers to DOE and NNSA Federal employees who have
been granted the authority to commit resources or direct the allocation of
personnel or approve implementation plans and procedures in the
accomplishment of specific work activities.
b. Line management refers to DOE and NNSA Federal and contractor employees
who have been granted the authority to commit resources or direct the allocation
of personnel or approve implementation plans and procedures in the
accomplishment of specific work activities.
c. DOE cognizant security authority refers to DOE and NNSA Federal employees
who have been granted the authority to commit security resources or direct the
allocation of security personnel or approve security implementation plans and
procedures in the accomplishment of specific work activities.
d. Cognizant security authority refers to DOE and NNSA Federal and contractor
employees who have been granted the authority to commit security resources or
direct the allocation of security personnel or approve security implementation
plans and procedures in the accomplishment of specific work activities.
e. For the purposes of this Manual, the Office of Security refers to the DOE Office
of Security, Office of Security and Safety Performance Assurance.
8. IMPLEMENTATION. Requirements that cannot be implemented within 6 months of
the effective date of this Manual or with existing resources must be documented by the
cognizant security authority and submitted to the relevant program officers; the Under
Secretary for Energy, Science and Environment or the Under Secretary for Nuclear
Security/Administrator, NNSA; and the Office of Security. The documentation must
include timelines and resources needed to fully implement this Manual. The
documentation must also include a description of the vulnerabilities and impacts created
by the delayed implementation of the requirements.
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9. CONTACT. Questions concerning this Manual should be directed to the Office of
Security at 202-586-3345.
BY ORDER OF THE SECRETARY OF ENERGY:
CLAY SELL
Deputy Secretary
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CONTENTS
SECTION A—CLASSIFIED MATTER PROTECTION AND CONTROL
1. Objectives. ...........................................................................................................................1
2. Requirements. ......................................................................................................................1
CHAPTER I. PROTECTION AND CONTROL PLANNING
1. Classified Matter Protection and Control Program Implementation ................................I-1
2. Program-Specific Characteristics......................................................................................I-1
3. Threat ...............................................................................................................................I-2
4. Protection Strategies .........................................................................................................I-2
5. Planning ............................................................................................................................I-2
6. Training.............................................................................................................................I-2
7. Graded Approach to Protection ........................................................................................I-3
8. Storage—Containers .........................................................................................................I-4
CHAPTER II. CLASSIFIED MATTER PROTECTION AND CONTROL REQUIREMENTS
1. General............................................................................................................................ II-1
2. Classified Matter In Use. ................................................................................................ II-5
3. Marking........................................................................................................................... II-5
4. Control Systems and Accountability. ........................................................................... II-44
5. Reproduction................................................................................................................. II-50
6. Receiving and Transmitting Classified Matter. ............................................................ II-54
7. Contract Closeout/Facility Clearance Termination. ..................................................... II-72
8. Destruction.................................................................................................................... II-76
9. Foreign Government Information Program .................................................................. II-80
10. Material. ........................................................................................................................ II-91
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CONTENTS (continued)
CHAPTER II FIGURES
Figure II-1. Cover Sheet for a Document Undergoing Classification Review.......................... II-2
Figure II-2a. DOE F 1325.7, Telecommunication Message.................................................... II-27
Figure II-2b. DOE F 1325.7, Telecommunication Message Instructions................................ II-27
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Figure II-3. Example Markings for A Classified Microfilm Reel ........................................... II-31
Figure II-4. Example Markings for Classified File Folders..................................................... II-38
Figure II-5. Notice Regarding Restrictions on Reproducing Classified Information.............. II-53
Figure II-6. Classified Reproduction Procedural Instructions ................................................. II-54
Figure II-7a. DOE F 5635.3, Classified Document Receipt .................................................... II-58
Figure II-7b. DOE F 5635.3, Classified Document Receipt, OMB Burden
Disclosure Statement .......................................................................................... II-59
Figure II-8a. Statement of Security Assurance ........................................................................ II-62
Figure II-8b. Statement of Security Assurances, Instructions ................................................ II-63
Figure II-9. Example Certificate of Nonpossession of Classified Matter................................ II-74
Figure II-10. Example Certificate of Possession of Classified Matter .................................... II-75
Figure II-11a. DOE F 5635.9, Record of Destruction ............................................................. II-79
Figure II-11b. DOE F 5635.9, Record of Destruction, OMB Burden Disclosure Statement .. II-80
Figure II-12. DOE F 5639.4, C/FGI-Mod Confidential Foreign Government
Information—Modified Handling Authorized.................................................... II-87
CHAPTER II TABLES
Table II-1. National Security Information Historical Document Review Markings ............... II-21
Table II-2. Foreign Equivalent Classification Markings ..........................................................II-34
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CONTENTS (continued)
CHAPTER III. PROTECTION OF CLASSIFIED MATTER
1. General Requirements.................................................................................................... III-1
2. Storage Requirements .................................................................................................... III-1
SECTION B—OPERATIONS SECURITY
1. Objectives. ...........................................................................................................................1
2. Requirements. ......................................................................................................................1
SECTION C—SPECIAL ACCESS PROGRAMS
1. Objectives ............................................................................................................................1
2. Requirements. ......................................................................................................................1
SECTION D—UNCLASSIFIED CONTROLLED INFORMATION
1. Objectives ............................................................................................................................1
2. Requirements. ......................................................................................................................1
SECTION E—TECHNICAL SURVEILLANCE
COUNTERMEASURES PROGRAM ...............................................................1
APPENDIX 1. POSITIVE CONTROL OF REPOSITORY ACCESS
WITH XO-SERIES LOCKS .......................................................................... 1-1
ATTACHMENTS
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1. Departmental Elements to Which DOE M 470.4-4, Information Security,
Is Applicable .................................................................................................Attachment 1-1
2. Contractor Requirements Document.............................................................Attachment 2-1
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SECTION A—CLASSIFIED MATTER PROTECTION AND CONTROL
1. OBJECTIVES.
a. To protect and control classified matter that is generated, received, transmitted,
used, stored, reproduced, or destroyed.
b. To establish an audit trail for all accountable classified matter.
c. To establish required controls based on classification level (Top Secret, Secret, or
Confidential) and category (Restricted Data (RD), Formerly Restricted Data
(FRD), or National Security Information (NSI)) or special handling instructions or
caveats.
2. REQUIREMENTS.
a. Classified information and matter that is generated, received, transmitted, used,
stored, reproduced, or destroyed must be protected and controlled.
b. Audit trails must be implemented for all accountable classified matter.
c. Classification level, category and other information attributes must be used to
determine the degree of protection and control required to prevent unauthorized
access to classified information and matter.
d. Controls must be established to prevent, deter, and detect unauthorized access to
classified matter.
e. Custodians and authorized users of classified matter are responsible for protecting
such matter.
f. Buildings and rooms containing classified matter must be provided the security
measures necessary to deter unauthorized persons from gaining access to
classified matter; specifically, security measures that prevent unauthorized visual
and/or aural access.
g. Classified information may be disclosed only to individuals who have appropriate
access authorization for the level and category of the information involved, all
required formal access approval(s), and a legitimate need-to-know.
h. Detailed requirements for marking, accountability and control systems,
reproduction, receipt, transmission, and destruction are contained in Chapter II.
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CHAPTER I. PROTECTION AND CONTROL PLANNING
1. CLASSIFIED MATTER PROTECTION AND CONTROL (CMPC) PROGRAM
IMPLEMENTATION. To ensure the protection and control of classified matter, a
CMPC program must be implemented to cover each Program Office, site, and facility.
The CMPC program, in addition to ensuring the compliance with the requirements of this
Manual, must also include the following activities:
a. Establishment of a point of contact with overall CMPC responsibilities for each
site, facility, and program office whose name and contact information shall be
provided to the Office of Safeguards and Security Policy.
b. CMPC point of contact participation in the development of local implementation
training and/or briefings tailored to the job duties of the individual employees.
c. Development and execution of a comprehensive CMPC awareness program that
includes regular briefings to ensure personnel are aware of their responsibilities in
support of the CMPC program. These briefings provide local implementation of
National and Departmental requirements and may be integrated into or provided
in conjunction with required security briefings (e.g., new hires’ initial briefings,
comprehensive or annual refresher briefings).
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d. Participation in self-assessments to ensure the National, Departmental, and local
requirements to protect and control classified information are being followed in
all areas and employees are aware of their responsibilities.
e. Provision of information concerning policy deviations (e.g., variances, waivers,
and exceptions) involving the CMPC program to the Office of Safeguards and
Security Policy, and to the Associate Administrator for Defense Nuclear Security
when involving National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) facilities, in a
timely fashion, to include implementation and expiration of such actions.
f. Promulgation of new CMPC requirements to all affected employees in a timely
fashion.
g. Interaction and coordination with Office of Safeguards and Security Policy on
CMPC National and Departmental requirements interpretation and local
implementation activities. Interaction and coordination between NNSA facilities
and the Office of Safeguards and Security Policy is through the Associate
Administrator for Defense Nuclear Security.
2. PROGRAM-SPECIFIC CHARACTERISTICS. Classified matter protection programs
must be tailored to address specific site characteristics and requirements, current
technology, ongoing programs, and operational needs. These programs must also be
customized to achieve protection levels that adequately and cost-effectively reduce risk.
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3. THREAT. DOE O 470.3, Design Basis Threat (DBT) Policy, must be used in
conjunction with local threat guidance and vulnerability assessments for protection and
control program planning.
4. PROTECTION STRATEGIES.
a. Strategies for the protection and control of classified matter must incorporate the
applicable requirements established in this Section. In addressing the threat to
Departmental assets, emphasis must be placed on security systems that will
prevent, detect, or deter unauthorized disclosure or modification, loss of
availability, and unauthorized removal of classified matter.
b. Safeguards and security (S&S) systems and critical system elements must be
performance tested to ascertain their effectiveness in providing countermeasures
to address the DBT and local threat guidance.
5. PLANNING. Circumstances unique to each facility will determine how requirements set
forth in Departmental directives are accomplished. Local procedures must ensure that
these requirements are fulfilled in a consistent and uniform manner.
a. Site Safeguards and Security Plans (SSSP). The details of site protection
measures for classified matter must be addressed in the SSSP, which is required
by DOE M 470.4-1, Safeguards and Security Program Planning and
Management.
b. Security Plans. At locations where a SSSP is not required due to the limited
scope of S&S interests, a site security plan (SSP) must be developed to describe
the site protection measures for the CMPC program.
6. TRAINING. The Office of Safeguards and Security Policy and Classification
Management ensures that CMPC training standards, curricula and courses are developed
by the Department of Energy (DOE) National Training Center (NTC) in accordance with
National and Departmental requirements. This training must be tailored to the assigned
duties and responsibilities of the persons receiving training. (Specific training
requirements, in addition to those stated in this Section, are included in DOE M 470.4-1,
Safeguards and Security Program Planning and Management.)
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a. Each individual identified as a CMPC point of contact, according to Section A,
chapter 1, paragraph 1., must receive initial training developed by the NTC, as
specified above, with CMPC refresher training every 4 years through direct
correspondence, or on-line training.
b. Other personnel may also receive the NTC-developed training, or they may
receive local CMPC training and/or briefings, to include local implementation
requirements developed and provided by, or at a minimum, approved by the local
CMPC point of contact as part of the local CMPC program.
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c. Each DOE cognizant security authority must ensure that all training and/or
briefings for local CMPC implementation at locations/activities under their
cognizance is consistent with National and Departmental policy and that those
individuals identified in this Section receive training as required by this Manual.
d. All personnel whose responsibilities include generating, handling, using, storing,
reproducing, transmitting (including hand carrying), and/or destroying classified
matter must receive CMPC training and/or briefings, commensurate with these
responsibilities, prior to receiving access to classified matter, and refresher
training and/or briefings to ensure that such matter is not lost or compromised.
e. Personnel with access authorizations whose job responsibilities do not meet the
conditions specified in paragraph d. above (e.g., personnel employed in
maintenance, janitorial, food service, and other such activities) must receive
training and be able to identify unprotected classified matter (e.g., by classified
cover sheets and classification markings) and know the associated reporting
requirements.
f. The following subject areas, as they relate to specific job responsibilities, must be
included in initial and refresher CMPC training or briefings: generation and
marking, physical protection and storage, reproduction, accountability,
transmission (including hand carrying), destruction, incident reporting, and
emergency procedures.
g. Additional detailed CMPC training and/or briefings beyond the basic initial
training and/or briefings must be provided to custodians and control station
operators to prepare them to perform their duties. After the initial detailed CMPC
training and/or briefings, these individuals must receive detailed refresher training
and/or briefings in addition to the annual refresher briefing at least once every
24 months.
7. GRADED APPROACH TO PROTECTION. By a graded approach, DOE intends that,
when developing and implementing protection and control programs, the level of effort
and magnitude of resources expended for the protection of a particular S&S interest
should be commensurate with its importance or the effect of its loss, theft, compromise,
and/or unauthorized use. Interests whose loss, theft, compromise, and/or unauthorized
use would have serious impacts on National security and/or the health and safety of DOE
and contractor employees, the public, the environment, and/or DOE or other Government
programs must be given the highest level of protection (e.g., information that would help
an adversary to develop a nuclear weapon or would assist an unauthorized person to
bypass use-control systems could have consequences so grave as to demand the highest
attainable standard of security). Protection measures for other S&S interests are graded
accordingly. The results of asset valuations, threat analyses, and vulnerability
assessments should be considered (along with the acceptable level of risk and any
uncertainties) to determine the level of risk and what protection measures are to be
applied. The process and results of these and other methods used to determine risk and
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associated mitigation strategies must be documented (e.g., in an SSSP, SSP or in program
files).
8. STORAGE—CONTAINERS. When not in use, classified matter must be stored in a
security container, vault, or vault-type room (VTR), unless otherwise noted in this
Manual or DOE M 470.4-2, Physical Protection. The following storage requirements
apply to those security containers, vaults, or VTRs that contain classified matter or other
S&S interests.
a. Security Containers.
(1) General.
(a) The outside of security containers must not be marked to indicate
the classification level of the contents (i.e., Top Secret, Secret, or
Confidential).
(b) Security containers, vaults, and VTRs used to protect S&S
interests must be kept locked when not under direct supervision of
an authorized individual.
(2) Accountable Classified Removable Electronic Media (ACREM).
(a) Vaults or VTRs must be configured to provide limited access to
ACREM by only the ACREM custodian or alternate ACREM
custodian.
1 In vaults and VTRs, protection must be at least equivalent
to storage in file cabinets which remain locked, except
when ACREM is being retrieved or returned to storage, to
ensure that only the custodian and alternate custodian have
access to ACREM in its storage location.
2 Keys and equivalent mechanisms allowing access to
ACREM must be strictly controlled and the control system
must be documented.
(b) All General Services Administration (GSA)-approved repositories
must be maintained within limited or higher security areas.
(c) GSA-approved repositories used to store ACREM not located in a
vault or VTR must remain locked except when ACREM is being
retrieved or returned to storage.
(d) Each time a security container located outside a vault or VTR is
closed, a seal must be affixed, and this action documented
according to locally approved procedures, to provide positive
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evidence of opening/tampering. Alternatively, if the security
container is equipped with a Mas-Hamilton XO-series lock, the
following procedures must be followed:
1 Prior to opening the container, the authorized opener will
operate the lock so as to display the number of prior
openings. The number indicated should correspond to that
noted on the Standard Form (SF) 702 from the previous
opening. (If the number has advanced by one or more
integers, the custodian will be alerted that the container had
been opened with no record of such on the SF 702.)
2 The number of repository openings will be noted
sequentially with other entries on the SF 702 with the date
and time of the opening and the opener’s initials. Each
opening number, as recorded on the XO-series lock, must
be logged on the SF 702, along with the other required
information, to provide a complete and up-to-date record of
who opened the repository and when they did so. The lock
opening numbers may be written immediately below each
associated repository opening record on the SF 702. The
new number (previous total plus one) will be noted on the
SF 702 when opening the container, along with (and on the
line immediately below) the associated date, time, and
opener’s initials.
3 Additional information and requirements are included in
Appendix 1, Positive Control of Repository Access with
XO-Series Locks.
b. Documentation.
(1) SF 700, Security Container Information.
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(a) SF 700, part 1, must be completed for each security container,
room, vault, VTR, or other location approved for storing classified
matter, including the names of all individuals who have or may be
granted access to the combination for the security container, vault,
or VTR.
1 The local implementation plan may dictate whether or not
Block 8, Serial No. of Lock, must be left blank.
2 Emergency notification personnel and security container
custodians must be listed on each SF 700.
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3 The top copy must be affixed to the inside of the door of
vaults and VTRs containing the combination lock. For
security containers, it must be placed on the inside (back of
the front) of the locking drawer.
(b) SF 700, part 2a,must be used to document the combination of the
security container, vault, or VTR. It must be marked top and
bottom with the highest level, and category (if Restricted Data
[RD] or Formerly Restricted Data [FRD]), of information that may
be stored within it, and inserted in the accompanying envelope
(part 2).
(c) SF 700, part 2, (envelope), once completed and sealed must be
forwarded to central records for storage that prevents access by any
individual who does not possess the same access authorization, any
required formal access approval, and need-to-know. If the
combination protects information requiring additional access
approvals (e.g., Sigma 14, Sigma 15, Special Access Program
(SAP) information, or Sensitive Compartmented Information
(SCI)), the part 2 must not be sent to central records unless all
individuals at that location possess the same access authorization,
any required formal access approval, and need-to-know. If the
central records location cannot accept the part 2, an alternative
storage location will be required. Envelopes that contain
combinations for ACREM containers must be marked to prevent
release of the enclosed combination to other than appropriate
ACREM custodians, alternate custodians and emergency
notification personnel.
(2) Check Systems. A check system must be established to ensure that
classified matter has been properly stored and that security containers,
vaults, VTRs, or other locations approved for classified storage have been
secured at the end of the day or shift. When 24-hour operations are
involved, another reasonable time period for system checks may be
established. The check system(s) used at a site or facility must be
documented in local security and/or implementation plans.
(3) SF 701, Activity Security Check List.
(a) The SF 701 provides a systematic means of checking end-of-day
activities for a particular work area, allowing for employee
accountability in the event that irregularities are discovered.
(b) Use of the SF 701 is optional except when local security and/or
implementation plans require its use for detailed end-of-day
security inspections.
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(c) Completed SF 701s must be maintained according to the National
Archives and Records Administration (NARA) General Records
Schedule (GRS) 18.
(4) SF 702, Security Container Check Sheet.
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(a) The SF 702 must be used to record security checks each day a
container may have been accessed by documenting the times and
the initials of the person(s) who have opened, closed, or checked a
particular container, room, vault, or VTR holding classified
information. A sole custodian of a security container is not
required to record each opening and closing of the container
throughout the day. In such cases, the appropriate information
must be recorded on the SF 702 the first time the container is
opened that day. The container may be opened and closed as
necessary without further record keeping. At the end of the day,
information must be recorded indicating the final closing of the
container for that day. If two or more persons share the container,
including containers used to store Classified Removable Electronic
Media (CREM), each opening and closing must be duly recorded.
(b) The SF 702 must be used for security containers containing
ACREM and that use XO-Series locks as described in Appendix 1,
Positive Control of Repository Access with XO-Series Locks.
(c) The SF 702 must be affixed to each container and the entrance to
each vault or VTR. When it is not feasible to attach it to a security
container, it must be conspicuous and in close proximity to the
security container.
(d) Completed SF 702s must be maintained according to the NARA
GRS 18.
c. Combinations. Combinations must be classified and protected at the
classification level and category of the matter being stored within the container.
Control measures must be implemented to allow only a minimum number of
people access to combinations for security containers. Combinations for
containers containing ACREM must be limited to the responsible ACREM
custodian and alternate. When there are multiple shifts, the combination may be
provided to the custodian and alternate for each shift. An individual designated as
Emergency Notification Personnel may be provided the combination only when
the custodian and alternate are not available and access is required.
(1) Changing Combinations. Combinations must be changed by an
appropriately cleared and authorized individual as soon as practical after
any of the following situations occur.
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(a) Initial receipt of a GSA-approved security container or lock.
(b) When an individual who knows the combination:
1 is reassigned, transferred, or terminated;
2 has his/her access authorization downgraded to a level
lower than the level of classified matter stored;
3 has his/her access authorization administratively terminated
or suspended.
(c) Maintenance is performed by an uncleared locksmith or safe
technician.
(d) When compromise or suspected compromise of a security
container, its combination, or discovery of an unlocked and
unattended security container containing classified matter is
revealed.
(e) When the ACREM custodian and/or alternate return after the
combination has been provided to Emergency Notification
Personnel in their absence.
(f) Preparation for turning in the container (the combination must be
set to factory standard 50-25-50 before the container is turned in).
(2) NOTE: Combinations used to protect communications security
(COMSEC) material must be changed in accordance with DOE and
National COMSEC requirements (see DOE M 200.1-1,
Telecommunications Security Manual, dated 3-1-97, et al). Combinations
used to protect North American Treaty Organization (NATO) material
must be changed no less frequently than 12-month intervals.
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(3) Selection of Combination Settings. Combination numbers must be
selected at random, avoiding simple ascending or descending series such
as 10-20-30 or 50-40-30. Care also must be exercised to avoid selecting
combinations of number that are easily associated with the person(s)
selecting the combination (e.g., birth dates, anniversaries, social security
number, or telephone extensions).
(4) Protecting Combinations. To ensure proper protection of combinations,
SF 700, part 2a (the record of the combination), must be marked and
maintained as described above.
(5) Identifying Personnel. In addition to the completion and maintenance of
the SF 700 as described above, a record of all persons who know the
combination also must be maintained.
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CHAPTER II. CLASSIFIED MATTER PROTECTION AND CONTROL
REQUIREMENTS
1. GENERAL. The protection requirements described in this chapter are consistent with
the requirements set forth in the National Industrial Security Program Operating
Manual (NISPOM). The Secretary of Defense acts as the Executive Agent of the
National Industrial Security Program (NISP) and has final responsibility for issuing and
maintaining the NISPOM. A copy of the NISPOM and all of its amendments can be
found at http://www.dss.mil/isec/nispom.htm. Protection and control requirements
include the following:
a. Classification level, category, and other information attributes listed in this
Manual must be used in determining the protection and control required for
classified matter.
b. Access to classified matter must be limited to persons who possess appropriate
access authorization, any formal access approvals and who have a need-to-know
for the performance of official duties; access is not obtained by position only.
Controls must be established to protect, deter, and detect unauthorized access to
classified matter.
c. The originator of any matter that may be classified, including all matter that is
prepared in a classified subject area, must ensure the matter is reviewed for
classification by a derivative classifier. Prior to classification review, matter
which may be classified must be protected at the highest potential classification
level and category. Should any question exist regarding the classification of any
draft documents or working paper, the originator is responsible for obtaining a
classification review.
d. When information is prepared on classified information systems, hard-copy
output (which includes paper, microfiche, film, and other media) must be marked
to the accreditation level of the information system. The accreditation level is not
automatically marked if classification review has been conducted or the
information has been generated by a program verified to produce consistent
results and approved by the designated accrediting authority. A classification
review must be performed on human-readable output before the output is released
outside the system boundary to determine whether it has been marked accurately.
e. When matter must be sent outside the office of origin for a classification review
and determination, it must be marked “DRAFT—Not Reviewed for
Classification.” To preclude marking every page of a document being transmitted
for classification review, it should have a “Document Undergoing Classification
Review” cover sheet that is marked with the highest level and most restrictive
category of information the originator believes is contained in the document (see
Figure II-
1).
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(Only When Attached to Potentially Classified Document and Appropriate Classification Indicated -- Circle One)
(You do not need to be a Classifier to use this form)
Note 1: Document attached hereto may contain classified
information and may or may not contain any classification
markings. It must be protected as marked on this page. This
cover page must remain with the document until a final
classification determination has been made by a Derivative
Classifier, and the document has been appropriately marked.
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Figure II-1 Cover Sheet for a Document Undergoing Classification Review
f. Access to Classified Matter/Information in an Emergency. In an emergency
involving an imminent threat to life or defense of the homeland, individuals who
are not otherwise routinely eligible for access to classified matter or information
may be granted access. Procedures must be developed for safeguarding classified
matter in emergency situations. Local procedures must be developed describing
the steps to be followed (i.e., notifications, alternative storage, and protection
methods) in case of an emergency and approved by the Department of Energy
(DOE) cognizant security authority.
(1) Access to Unsecured Classified Matter. If the emergency is life
threatening (explosion, fire, etc.), the health and safety of individuals takes
precedence over the need to secure classified matter. Therefore,
emergency response personnel may require access to rooms where
classified matter has not been properly secured. Local procedures must be
developed instructing employees what to do (e.g., notifications, alternative
storage and protection methods). The following actions must be taken at
the time of the emergency:
(a) Every attempt must be made to minimize access by uncleared
emergency response personnel to only those areas directly affected
by the emergency situation.
(b) All unsecured classified matter must be accounted for following
the emergency.
(c) Security containers, vaults, and vault-type rooms (VTRs) must be
inspected on return to the facility to ensure they have not been
compromised.
(2) Disclosure of Classified Information. An emergency situation may
necessitate the intentional disclosure of classified information to
individuals who are not otherwise eligible for access. If an emergency is
life threatening (explosion, fire, etc.), the health and safety of individuals
takes precedence over the need to protect classified matter from
disclosure. Examples of such releases include providing law enforcement
personnel classified information concerning an improvised nuclear device
found in a public place, sharing a classified DOE evaluation of the
viability of a nuclear threat message with local emergency response
personnel, or providing an attending physician with classified details about
nuclear materials at a site to assist in the emergency treatment of a patient.
The following actions must be taken if such an intentional release is
required:
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(a) Notification of Release. The following individuals must be
notified as soon as possible of any emergency release of classified
information to an individual or individuals who are otherwise not
eligible for such access:
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1 for Restricted Data (RD) or Formerly Restricted Data
(FRD), the Director, Office of Security, and the Associate
Administrator for Defense Nuclear Security, and
2 for National Security Information (NSI), the appropriate
DOE line management or DOE cognizant security
authority.
(b) Protection Measures.
1 The amount of classified information disclosed and the
number of individuals to whom such information is
disclosed must be limited to the absolute minimum to
achieve the intended purpose.
2 The information must be transmitted over approved
channels using the most secure and expeditious method.
3 A description of what specific information is classified and
protection requirements for the information must be
provided to the recipient.
4 A briefing must be provided to the recipient covering
responsibilities about not disclosing the information, and a
nondisclosure agreement must be signed by the recipient.
5 Physical custody of the information must remain with an
authorized Federal Government entity in all but the most
extraordinary circumstances.
(3) Reporting Requirements. Within 72 hours of access to unsecured
classified matter or disclosure of classified information or the earliest
opportunity that the emergency permits, but not later than 30 days after the
release, the official making the disclosure decision must report the
disclosure following the requirements and procedures for incidents of
security concern (reference DOE M 470.4-1, Safeguards and Security
Program Planning and Management) and must provide the office or
agency with primary responsibility for the information with the following:
(a) a description of the disclosed information;
(b) a list of individuals to whom the information was disclosed;
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(c) a description of how the information was disclosed and
transmitted;
(d) the reason for the emergency release;
(e) how the information is being protected; and
(f) a description of briefings provided and a copy of the signed
nondisclosure agreements.
2. CLASSIFIED MATTER IN USE. Classified matter in use must be constantly attended
by, or under the control of, a person possessing the proper access authorization and
need-to-know. When defense-in-depth exists, the DOE cognizant security authority
may establish written local policy that allows classified matter to be left temporarily
unattended during normal working hours within a locked room that is within an attended
Limited Area (LA), Protected Area (PA), Material Access Area (MAA), or Exclusion
Area (EA). The period of time must not exceed 1 hour. Locks must be individually
coded or keyed and appropriate control measures implemented to mitigate the risk of
unauthorized disclosure. The locking mechanism must be different than those used for
routine protection of unclassified material or assets. Facilities must describe the
implementation of these protection measures in facility security plans. Classified
automated information systems must be protected in a manner consistent with the
approved security plan. This practice of leaving unattended classified matter unsecured
for up to 1 hour will not be used as a routine method of protection. The practice of
leaving unattended classified matter unsecured for up to 1 hour must not be used for
special access program (SAP) information, sensitive compartmented information
facilities (SCIFs), vaults, or vault-type rooms (VTRs).
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3. MARKING. Classified matter marked according to previously published requirements
need not be re-marked to conform with the following requirements, with the exception
of paragraph 3.a.(1), which must be followed.
a. General.
(1) Requirements. Classified matter, regardless of date or agency of origin,
must be marked to indicate at least the classification level and category (if
RD or FRD). Documents must be marked in accordance with directives in
place at the time of origin or later, or in accordance with current
directives.
(a) If there is a question about the classification level or category of a
document, the document must be reviewed by a derivative
classifier and re-marked (if necessary) to clearly indicate the level
and category and to ensure proper protection.
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(b) Classified NSI documents that were created after April 1, 1996,
and that lack appropriate current markings, including
declassification on a date or event, classification authority, or
classifier’s name, should be reviewed by a derivative classifier to
ensure the classification level and category are still correct and
then remarked to bring them into conformance with current
marking requirements. This must be done if the document is
active, or is to be transmitted outside of the organization for other
than official archiving purposes.
(c) Documents created before April 1, 1996, need only contain
classification level and category (if RD or FRD) to ensure proper
protection.
(d) Before using or distributing a document marked with the following
obsolete markings, a derivative classifier or declassifier must
determine the classification status and mark the document
accordingly. DOE M 475.1-1A, Identifying Classified
Information, provides requirements for reviewing and marking
these documents. Pending review, documents must be handled and
protected as Confidential/National Security Information (C/NSI).
1 Restricted. This is an obsolete U.S. classification marking
used before December 15, 1953, that identifies a security
level less sensitive than Confidential. This marking is still
used by some foreign governments and international
organizations.
2 Official Use Only (OUO). The Atomic Energy
Commission used this term between July 18, 1949, and
October 22, 1951, as an equivalent to the term Restricted.
This marking is now used to identify unclassified
information that may be exempt from disclosure under the
Freedom of Information Act (FOIA).
(e) When possible, avoid returning documents because of improper
markings. Instead, contact the sender and attempt to resolve any
marking issues.
(2) Markings. The following elements are common to all classified
documents: classification level, classification category (if RD or FRD),
caveats and/or special markings (if required), classifier information,
originator identification, classification of titles or subjects, unique
identification numbers (if in accountability), and portion marking (if NSI).
The DOE Marking Handbook provides guidance and examples for
marking classified documents. The originator is responsible for ensuring
that each classified document is marked in accordance with this Manual.
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(3) Unique Identification Numbers. Classified matter required to be in
accountability, as defined in paragraph 4. must have a unique
identification number. To ensure control and accountability of this matter,
the unique identification number must be placed on the first page of paper
documents and on the top or front of non-paper documents. The first page
of a document is the first sheet of paper (i.e., the cover page, title page, or
first page of text).
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b. Originating Organization and Date.
(1) The name of the organization responsible for preparing the document and
the date of preparation must appear on the first page of all classified
documents. The first page of a document is the first sheet of paper,
whether that is the cover page, title page, or first page of text.
(2) Classified documents being taken offsite must be marked on the first page
to show the mailing address of the organization responsible for preparing
the document. The mailing address should consist of a street address or
post office box, city, state, and zip code.
NOTE: When information in (1) and (2) cannot be accommodated on the
first page, such as in the case of slides, microfiche, etc., this information
must conspicuously accompany the classified document on a separate
piece of paper (see 3.p. for instructions on marking special documents).
c. Classification Level.
(1) The three classification levels, in descending order of sensitivity and
potential damage to the National security, are Top Secret, Secret, and
Confidential.
(2) The overall classification level (i.e., Top Secret, Secret, or Confidential) of
a document must be marked on the top and bottom of the cover page (if
any), the title page (if any), the first page of text, and the outside of the
back cover or last page of text.
(3) Each interior page of a classified document must be marked top and
bottom with the highest classification level (or unclassified) of that page
or the overall classification of the document.
(4) Classification markings must be clearly distinguishable from the document
text.
(5) Classified material must have the classification level stamped, printed,
etched, written, engraved, painted, or affixed to it by means of a tag,
sticker, decal, or similar device. When marking is not practical, written
notification of the markings must be furnished to recipients.
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(6) Blank interior pages of a classified document need not be marked with the
classification level or category or the notice “This page intentionally left
blank.”
d. Classification Categories. The three classification categories are RD, FRD, and
NSI. Classified documents containing only NSI need not be marked with the
NSI category marking.
(1) If the document is RD or FRD, the appropriate admonishment
information must be marked on the first page of the document, whether
cover page, title page, or first page of text and should appear in the
lower left corner, as follows:
RESTRICTED DATA
This document contains Restricted Data as defined in the Atomic
Energy Act of 1954. Unauthorized disclosure is subject to
administrative and criminal sanctions.
FORMERLY RESTRICTED DATA
Unauthorized disclosure is subject to administrative and criminal
sanctions. Handle as Restricted Data in foreign dissemination per
Section 144.b, Atomic Energy Act, 1954.
(2) Each interior page of a document containing RD or FRD must be
marked top and bottom with the appropriate level and category of
information on that page. If this is not feasible, the overall level and
category of the document (if RD or FRD) may be applied to every page.
For interior pages, the symbols RD and FRD may be used. These
markings must be clearly distinguishable from the document text.
(3) Classified material (if RD or FRD) must have the classification category
stamped, printed, etched, written, engraved, painted, or affixed to it by
means of a tag, sticker, decal, or similar device. When marking is not
practical, written notification of the markings must be furnished to
recipients.
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(4) RD or FRD documents generated prior to July 9, 1998, will not be
required to be re-marked to indicate the category on each page
containing RD or FRD information, unless they are sent outside the
office of origin or holder for other than archiving purposes.
e. Mixed Levels and Categories. DOE policy states that matter must be classified
and marked at the highest level and category of the information contained in it.
When classified matter contains a mix of information at various levels and
categories that cause the document to be marked at an overall level and
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portions, a marking matrix may be used in addition to other required markings.
This would allow access by an individual with a lower access level, such as an
“L” cleared employee to be given access to a document that they might not
otherwise have been authorized access to if the document was only marked at
the highest overall classification level and category. (For example, a document
that contains Confidential RD (C/RD) and Secret NSI (S/NSI) information
would be required to be marked at the highest level and category, Secret RD
(S/RD) in this case. None of the information in the document is S/RD.)
However, this may not be interpreted to authorize any individual to gain access
to information which exceeds their access authorization, formal access
approvals, and need-to-know.
If the marking matrix is used, the following marking, in addition to other
required markings, must be placed on the first page of text. The marking
should appear on the lower right corner near the classifier information marking.
If the derivative classifier places this marking on the document at the time of
the classification decision, there is no need to indicate the name and title of the
derivative classifier on the mixed level and category marking. The derivative
classifier’s name and title are required only when a document is reviewed after
the initial classification determination has been made and the mixed level and
category marking is applied. This document contains:
Restricted Data at the (e.g., Confidential) level.
Formerly Restricted Data at the (e.g., Secret) level.
National Security Information at the (e.g., Secret) level.
Classified by: Name and Title
f. Components. When components of a document are to be used separately, each
major component must be marked as a separate document. Components
include annexes or appendixes, attachments, and major sections of a report. If
an entire major component is unclassified, “Unclassified” must be marked at
the top and bottom of the first page and a statement included (e.g., “All
portions of this [annex, appendix, etc.] are Unclassified.”). When this method
of marking is used, no further markings are required on the unclassified
component. Documents transmitted with a letter of transmittal are discussed in
paragraph 3.r., Transmittal Documents.
g. Unclassified Matter.
(1) Unclassified matter need not be marked unless it is essential to convey
one of the following conditions:
(a) The matter has been reviewed for classification and does not
contain classified information; or
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(b) The matter has been properly declassified.
(2) If unclassified matter is to be marked, the Unclassified marking must be
placed on the top and bottom of the front cover (if any), title page (if any),
and first page of text.
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(3) Unclassified information must not be marked in a manner that would be
confused with markings specified in this Manual for classified information
(e.g., Confidential, etc.). If the unclassified matter carries a control
marking [i.e., OUO, Unclassified Controlled Nuclear Information (UCNI),
or Export Controlled Information (ECI)], the information must retain its
control marking; it should not be re-marked unclassified.
h. Portions.
(1) For NSI documents, each section, part, paragraph, graphic, figure, or
similar portion of any such document dated after April 1, 1997, must be
marked to show the classification level or be identified as unclassified
controlled information (e.g., UCNI, OUO) or as unclassified (U).
Classification levels of portions of a document must be shown by placing
the appropriate classification symbol immediately following the portion’s
letter or number, or in the absence of letters or numbers, immediately
before the beginning of the portion.
(2) Page changes to NSI documents dated after April 1, 1997, must be portion
marked. Additionally, any NSI document that becomes active (i.e., sent
outside the office of origin or holder other than for archival storage or
removed from storage) must be portion marked with the appropriate
classification level, unclassified controlled symbol (e.g., UCNI, OUO,
etc.) or unclassified.
(3) If any NSI document dated before April 1, 1997, is sent outside the office
of origin or holder for other than archiving purposes, the entire document
must be portion marked.
(4) Documents containing RD or FRD are not required to be portion marked,
however, in cases where portion markings are used, classification levels
and categories (if RD or FRD) of portions of a document must be shown
by placing the appropriate classification symbol immediately following
the portion’s letter or number, or in the absence of letters or numbers,
immediately before the beginning of the portion. Each section, part,
paragraph graphic, figure, or similar portion of any such document must
be accurately marked to show:
(a) the classification level and category (e.g., S/RD or S/RD, C/FRD
or C/FRD, S, TS, etc.);
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(b) that it is unclassified controlled information (e.g., UCNI, OUO); or
(c) that it is unclassified (U).
(5) Portion markings must include any applicable caveats (see 3.l. for
information regarding caveats).
(6) Portions of U.S. documents containing Foreign Government Information
(FGI) must be marked to reflect the foreign country of origin and
appropriate classification level (e.g., (U.K.-C), indicating United
Kingdom-Confidential). FGI must be indicated in lieu of the country of
origin if the foreign government indicates it does not want to be identified.
Classified documents generated by foreign governments do not require
portion marking. Such documents generated and marked entirely by a
foreign government must be protected commensurate with the level the
foreign government specified.
(7) Portions of U.S. documents containing North Atlantic Treaty Organization
(NATO) information must indicate NATO or COSMIC (NATO Top
Secret documents), including the appropriate classification level (e.g.,
NATO-S or COSMIC-TS).
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(8) Compilations. In some instances, certain information that would
otherwise be unclassified when standing alone may require classification
when combined or associated with other unclassified information. When
classification is required to protect a compilation of such information, the
overall classification level and category (if RD or FRD) assigned to the
document must be conspicuously marked or stamped at the top and bottom
of each page, on the back of the last page of the document, and on the
front cover, if any. A document classified for this reason is not required to
be portion marked and must also contain the following statement on the
first page: “This document has been classified under the compilation
concept and shall not be used as the source for a derivative classification
decision.” The reason for classifying the information as a compilation
also must be stated at an appropriate location near the beginning of the
document.
i. Subjects and Titles.
(1) Except for extraordinary circumstances, unclassified subject descriptors
and titles must be used for classified documents because they are used on
mail logs, document receipts, and other tracking or accountability records,
most of which are entered into unclassified databases. Titles of classified
documents must be marked, even if the document is not portion marked.
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(2) If subjects or titles are classified, they must be marked with the
appropriate classification level, category (if RD or FRD), and any
applicable caveats. If titles are not classified, they must be marked as
unclassified or with the appropriate unclassified controlled marking (e.g.,
OUO).
(3) The classification or control symbols (e.g., U, OUO, UCNI, C/RD,
S/FRD) must be placed immediately after the title or subject.
(4) When classified documents with unmarked titles and/or subjects become
active (i.e., sent outside the office of origin or holder, or removed from
storage), the titles and/or subjects must be reviewed by a derivative
classifier and marked appropriately.
(5) If a caveat (e.g., originator controlled (ORCON)) applies to the title or
subject, it must be added to the title marking. A Secret NSI/ORCON title
must be shown as S/ORCON.
j. Authorized Markings for Portions, Subjects, and Titles. The following are
examples of the markings authorized for use with subjects and titles and when
portion marking.
Unclassified: (U)
Official Use Only: (OUO)
Unclassified Controlled Nuclear Information: (UCNI)
Confidential National Security Information: (C)
Confidential Formerly Restricted Data: (C/FRD) or (CFRD)
Confidential Restricted Data: (C/RD) or (CRD)
Secret National Security Information: (S)
Secret Formerly Restricted Data: (S/FRD) or (SFRD)
Secret Restricted Data: (S/RD) or (SRD)
Top Secret National Security Information: (TS)
Top Secret Restricted Data: (TS/RD) or (TSRD)
Top Secret Formerly Restricted Data: (TS/FRD) or (TSFRD)
k. Classifier Markings. Classifier marking requirements can be found in
DOE M 475.1-1A.
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(1) Original Classification (NSI only).
(a) The following is an example of an original classifier marking.
Classified by: (Name/personal identifier and position title)
Reason: (NSI classification category)
Declassify on: (Date or event)
(2) Derivative Classification National Security Information (NSI).
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(a) Derivative Classifier Marking. The following is an example of an
NSI derivative classifier marking.
Classified by: (Name/personal identifier and position title)
Derived from: (Title, date, agency, and where available, office of
origin of guide/source document)
Declassify on: (Date or event, and exemption category, when
applicable)
(b) The Originating Agency’s Determination Required (OADR)
Marking. The OADR marking is no longer authorized for new
documents unless the new document is derived from an existing
document that has OADR as the declassification date. This
marking only applies to derivatively classified NSI documents.
The following is an example of the use of the OADR marking on a
new document.
Classified by: (Name/personal identifier and position title)
Derived from: (Guide/source document and date)
Declassify On: (Source marked “OADR”)
(3) Derivative Classification (RD and FRD).
The following is an example of an RD and FRD classifier marking.
Classified by: (Name/personal identifier and position title)
Derived from: (Title, date, agency, and where available, office of
origin of guide)
l. Caveats and Special Control Markings. Caveats and special control markings are
placed on documents to identify special handling or dissemination requirements
or to assist in describing the type of information involved, or who distributed or
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originated the information. Classified matter must be marked with caveats or
special control markings, such as those indicated below, when required by
Departmental directive or National policy. Caveats and special control markings
and any related admonishment statements or notices should be placed above the
category admonishment statement, if any, on the lower left corner of the first page
(cover page, if any; title page, if any; or first page of text) and in portion
markings, when required.
(1) Caveats.
(a) FGI. This caveat must be included on documents that contain
information that is either classified or requires protection, and is
received from a foreign government. Additional information on
the marking, protection and control requirements for FGI are
contained in paragraph 3.h.(6) and paragraph 9.
(b) Director of Central Intelligence Information. The following
markings, unless indicated otherwise, are authorized only for use
for intelligence information:
1 No Foreign Dissemination (NOFORN). This marking
indicates the information contained in the document may
not be provided in any form to foreign governments,
international organizations, coalition partners, foreign
nationals, or immigrant aliens without originator approval.
This marking may be used for intelligence information and
Naval Nuclear Propulsion Information (NNPI) only. (See
paragraph 3.l.(5) for additional information regarding
NNPI)
2 ORCON. This marking indicates the document bearing the
marking is controlled by the originator. Reproduction of,
extraction of information from, or redistribution of
such a document requires the permission of the originator.
This marking must be used only on classified documents
containing intelligence information that clearly identifies or
would reasonably permit the identification of intelligence
sources or methods. It must not be used when access to the
information can be reasonably protected by its
classification markings or any other control markings.
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Without advanced permission from the originator, the
dissemination of ORCON beyond the DOE Headquarters
intelligence components and the formally designated field
intelligence elements is limited. As a condition for receipt
of ORCON by a non-intelligence component, written
assurance that the recipient will observe the provisions of
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the Director of Central Intelligence Directive must be
provided to the Office of Intelligence.
3 Proprietary Information (PROPIN). This marking indicates
the information contained in the document must not be
released outside the Federal Government in any form to an
individual, organization, or foreign government that has
any interests, actual or potential, in competition with the
source of the information without the permission of the
originator of the intelligence information and provider of
the proprietary information. This precludes dissemination
to contractors, irrespective of their status within the
Government, without the above consent.
4 Authorized for Release to Country (REL TO). This
marking applies to intelligence information the originator
has predetermined to be releasable or has released through
established foreign disclosure procedures and channels to
specified foreign countries or international organizations.
The name of country or countries authorized access to the
document must be included after the caveat (e.g., REL TO
Canada, United Kingdom, etc.). The name of the country
may be spelled out or abbreviated, but must be identifiable.
5 Obsolete Markings. The following markings are no longer
used, but remain applicable on the documents that bear
these markings until such time as the document is
re-reviewed and re-marked:
a No Dissemination to Contractors
(NOCONTRACT).
b Warning Notice Intelligence Sources and Methods
(WNINTEL). NOTE: Existing instances of these
markings remain valid until the documents
containing them are re-reviewed and re-marked for
classification purposes, or until they become
declassified.
(2) Special Control Markings.
(a) NATO Information. Individuals must have received special
access approval by the DOE NATO Sub-registry or the local DOE
NATO Control Point to be eligible for access to NATO
information.
1 NATO Security classifications indicate the sensitivity of
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NATO information and are applied in order to alert
recipients to the need to ensure protection in proportion to
the degree of damage that would occur from unauthorized
access or disclosure. NATO security classifications and
their significance are:
a COSMIC TOP SECRET (CTS) unauthorized
disclosure would result in exceptionally grave
damage to NATO.
b NATO SECRET (NS) unauthorized disclosure
would result in grave damage to NATO.
c NATO CONFIDENTIAL (NC) unauthorized
disclosure would be damaging to NATO.
d NATO RESTRICTED (NR) unauthorized
disclosure would be detrimental to the interests or
effectiveness of NATO.
2 NATO UNCLASSIFIED. By definition UNCLASSIFIED
is not a security grading, therefore, NATO
UNCLASSIFIED information it not subject to the security
procedures which cover the control of information
classified NATO RESTRICTED or above. However, all
NATO information, whether classified or unclassified,
which is released to another Party is for official use only;
therefore, unclassified NATO information must always be
marked NATO UNCLASSIFIED, and may only be
disseminated to bodies and individuals with a
need-to-know. Access to this information by non-NATO
entities is permitted when such access would not be
detrimental to NATO. In this regard, it is similar to U.S.
Government official information that must be reviewed
prior to public release. Additionally, any administrative
markings placed on NATO UNCLASSIFIED (e.g., in
confidence, commercially sensitive) indicate sensitivity of
the information.
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(3) Qualifying Markings.
(a) NATO marking. The marking NATO is applied to all information
(except those marked COSMIC TOP SECRET), including
ATOMAL, prepared for circulation within NATO. The markings
NATO and COSMIC signify that the information must not be
passed outside the North Atlantic Treaty Organization except by
the originator, or with the originator’s consent.
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(b) COSMIC marking. COSMIC is a NATO marking and designation
which is synonymous with TOP SECRET information and is
applied exclusively to TOP SECRET material prepared for
circulation within NATO.
(c) NATO also has markings to identify Special Category Information
to which additional handling/protection procedures, not covered by
the core NATO policy document, are applied. Special Category
Information and their NATO markings include:
1 ATOMAL is a NATO marking applied to special category
information signifying that the information shall be
protected in accordance with the Agreement Between the
Parties to the North Atlantic Treaty for Cooperation
Regarding Atomic Information, [C-M(64)39, dated
June 18,1964], and the latest version of C-M(68)41,
Administrative Arrangements to Implement the agreement
Between the Parties to the North Atlantic Treaty for
Cooperation Regarding ATOMAL Information, which
implements the Agreement and sets forth procedures,
functions, and responsibilities of NATO components for
handling and protecting ATOMAL information. This [i.e.,
ATOMAL], special category information is either U.S.
Atomic information (RD or FRD) or United Kingdom
Atomic information. Documents containing ATOMAL
information communicated under the Agreement for
Cooperation Regarding ATOMIC Information C-M(64)39
first bear the NATO marking, followed by the applicable
security classification in accordance with its original
classification and content, followed by the word
ATOMAL.
2 U.S. Single Integrated Operations Plan (US-SIOP) is a
marking applied to special category information signifying
that the information shall be protected in accordance with
C-M(71)27(Revised), Special Procedures for the Handling
of U.S. Single Integrated Operational Plan (US-SIOP)
Information Within NATO, dated November 23, 1979.
US-SIOP documents which do not contain ATOMAL
information will be classified COSMIC TOP SECRET,
NATO SECRET, or NATO CONFIDENTIAL in
conformance with its original classification and content, in
addition to the US-SIOP marking. US-SIOP information is
not classified NATO RESTRICTED or NATO
UNCLASSIFIED. Documents that contain ATOMAL
information will be classified COSMIC TOP SECRET
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ATOMAL, NATO SECRET ATOMAL, or NATO
CONFIDENTIAL ATOMAL in conformance with its
original classification and content, in addition to the
US-SIOP marking.
3 The term CRYPTO is a NATO marking and a special
category designator identifying all COMSEC keying
material used to protect or authenticate telecommunications
carrying NATO security-related information. It signifies
that the information shall be protected in accordance with
the appropriate cryptographic security instruction.
(d) Dissemination Limitation Markings. As an additional marking to
further limit the dissemination of NATO classified and unclassified
information, a Dissemination Limitation Marking may be applied
by the originator.
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(e) Assignment of Classification Responsibility. The responsibility
for determining whether official information should be marked
NATO UNCLASSIFIED or be given a particular level of security
classification rests exclusively with the originating member nation
or NATO command or agency. Questions concerning NATO
information must be directed to the DOE NATO Sub-registry
within the Office of Security or DOE NATO Control Point or the
Office of Classification and Information Control.
(4) Weapon Data. The following markings are associated with atomic
weapons or nuclear explosive devices and are placed on the first page
[cover sheet (if any), title page (if any) or first page of text]:
(a) Sigma Category. This marking refers to RD and FRD specifically
defined in 12 separate categories (1-5 and 9-15) concerning the
design manufacture, or use of atomic weapons or nuclear explosive
devices. The use of the term Sensitive Use Control Information
(SUCI) has been eliminated. This information is now defined as
Sigma 14 and Sigma 15 information. Sigmas are marked as
“SIGMA #”, with # being the relevant sigma number.
(b) Critical Nuclear Weapons Design Information (CNWDI). This is a
Department of Defense marking designating Top Secret or S/RD
that reveals the theory of operation or design of the components of
a thermonuclear or implosion-type fission bomb, warhead,
demolition munition, or test device. For more details, refer to
DOE 5610.2, Control of Weapons Data, dated August 1, 1980.
(5) Naval Nuclear Propulsion Information (NNPI). This is a type of
information (classified or unclassified) concerning the design,
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arrangement, development, manufacture, testing, operation,
administration, training, maintenance, or repair of the propulsion plants of
naval nuclear-powered ships and prototypes, including the associated
nuclear support facilities. Classified and unclassified NNPI must be
protected in accordance with Naval Sea Systems Command Instruction
C5511.32B, dated 12-22-93. NNPI must be protected pursuant to export
control requirements and statutes. Questions regarding NNPI must be
directed to the Deputy Administrator for Naval Reactors.
(a) Access to NNPI must be granted only to U.S. citizens who have a
need-to-know and, if classified NNPI, the recipient must also have
the proper access authorization.
(b) Both classified and unclassified NNPI documents are designated as
NNPI by being marked as follows:
1 NOFORN. This document is subject to special export
controls and each transmittal to foreign governments or
foreign nationals must be made only with the prior
approval of Naval Sea Systems Command (this marking
should be placed on the bottom of the first page of text).
2 All subsequent pages must be marked top and bottom
NOFORN.
NOTE: The use of NOFORN for NNPI is the only situation in
which intelligence caveats may be used for marking documents
that are not intelligence related.
(6) Special Category (SPECAT). This is a program controlled by the
Department of Defense that generally operates at the Secret level.
SPECAT is neither a code word or a SAP. SPECAT programs use focal
point control officers (FPCOs) to control the dissemination and handling
of NSI contained within the program. There are a number of SPECAT
programs in DOE. The NNSA is the DOE primary FPCO for SPECAT
and should be contacted for additional information regarding the program.
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(7) Dissemination and Reproduction Notices. When programmatic
requirements place special dissemination or reproduction limitations on
classified information, one of the following notations, or one similar in
content, must be used:
(a) FURTHER DISSEMINATION ONLY AS AUTHORIZED BY
GOVERNMENT AGENCY.
1 This notation applies to documents whose further
dissemination within the receiving facility is restricted to
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persons authorized by the addressee.
2 Dissemination outside the facility is prohibited without the
approval of the originating agency.
(b) REPRODUCTION REQUIRES APPROVAL OF ORIGINATOR.
This notation applies to documents that must not be reproduced
without specific, written approval of the originator.
m. Remarking Upgraded, Downgraded, and Declassified Matter. When an official
upgrade, downgrade, or declassification notice is received, the initial
classification markings must be stricken and replaced with the new classification
markings. The authority for and date of the upgrading, downgrading, or
declassification notice must be entered on the first page of the document. The
originator or document custodian must notify all known holders of the document.
(1) General. Refer all upgrading, downgrading, and declassification issues to
the local classification office. For details, see DOE M 475.1-1A,
Identifying Classified Information, dated 2-26-01.
(2) Record Retention. The original change notice is considered record
material and must be retained in accordance with National Archives
Records Administration (NARA) General Records Schedule (GRS) 18.
(3) Historical Document Review Markings. See Table II-1 for approved NSI
classification markings when completing historical document reviews.
(4) Upgrading. A derivative classifier may upgrade the classification of a
document or material within his/her designated authority. The custodian
of a document or material may upgrade its classification markings upon
receipt of an upgrade notice from the proper authority. The originator or
document custodian must notify all known holders with the proper access
authorization when a document has been upgraded. Upon receipt of the
authorization to upgrade a classified document, the first page of the
document must be marked to show the:
(a) date the classified document was upgraded;
(b) authority for upgrading the document (e.g., a memorandum, an
Office of Scientific and Technical Information notice).
Example of upgrade marking:
Classification Upgraded: (Insert date document was upgraded)
Upgrade Authority: (Authority for change in
classification)
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Table II-1. National Security Information Historical Document Review Markings
MARKING EXPLANATION
CLASSIFICATION RETAINED
DOE NSI DECLASSIFICATION REVIEW
EXECUTIVE ORDER 12958, as amended,
EXEMPTION/RETENTION BY
CG-HR-1 TOPICS:
BY (NAME/ORGANIZATION):
This stamp would be used when reviewing a DOE or
other agency NSI classified document that contains
DOE classified information exempt from automatic
declassification.
CLASSIFICATION CANCELED
DOE NSI DECLASSIFICATION REVIEW
EXECUTIVE ORDER 12958, as amended,
BY (NAME/ORGANIZATION):
This stamp would be used when reviewing a DOE
NSI classified document that no longer contains DOE
or other agency classified information.
CONTAINS NO DOE CLASSIFIED INFO
DOE NSI DECLASSIFICATION REVIEW
EXECUTIVE ORDER 12958, as amended,
BY (NAME/ORGANIZATION):
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This stamp would be used when reviewing another
agency document that the review confirmed contained
no DOE classified information.
CONTAINS NO DOE CLASSIFIED INFO
COORDINATE WITH:
DOE NSI DECLASSIFICATION REVIEW
EXECUTIVE ORDER 12958, as amended,
BY (NAME/ORGANIZATION):
This stamp would be used when reviewing a DOE
NSI classified document that no longer contains
agency classified information but may contain other
agency classified information. The agency’s name
would be entered on the “coordinate with” line.
CONFIRMED TO BE UNCLASSIFIED
DOE NSI DECLASSIFICATION REVIEW
EXECUTIVE ORDER 12958, as amended,
BY (NAME/ORGANIZATION):
This stamp would be used when reviewing a DOE
purportedly unclassified document that is confirmed
to contain no currently classified information.
WITH ATTACHMENTS/ENCL This stamp would be used when reviewing a
document that had attachments or enclosures to
confirm that the attachments or enclosures were also
reviewed. It would be placed just above or below the
review stamp to emphasize that the review applies to
the attachments/ enclosures.
WITHOUT ATTACHMENTS/ENCL This stamp would be used when reviewing a
document that indicated it had attachments or
enclosures but the attachments or enclosures were not
reviewed. It would be placed just above or below the
review stamp to emphasize the review did not apply
to the attachments/ enclosures.
THIS PAGE ONLY This stamp would be used to indicate that the review
was conducted only on a single page (e.g., one page
separated from a multi-page document).
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(5) Downgrading. A derivative declassifier may downgrade the classification
of a document or material within his/her designated authority. The
custodian of a document or material may downgrade its classification
markings upon receipt of a downgrade notice from the proper authority.
When the authorization to downgrade a classified document is received, the
first page of the document must be marked to show the:
(a) date the classified document was downgraded; and
(b) authority for downgrading the document (e.g., a memorandum, an
Office of Scientific and Technical Information notice).
Example of downgrade marking:
Classification Downgraded: (Insert date document was
downgraded)
Downgrade Authority: (Authority for change in
classification).
(6) Declassifying. When the authorization to declassify a classified document
is received, the classification markings must be crossed out, the term
“Unclassified” must be substituted, and the following information must be
applied to the first page of the document (unless unclassified controlled
information is involved, which is addressed in paragraph n., below):
(a) the names/personal identifiers and position titles of individuals
declassifying the document;
(b) the designation of the guidance used as the basis for the
declassification determination and the dates of such documents are
entered on the “Derived from” line, or authority for declassifying
the document (e.g., a referenced memorandum, an Office of
Scientific and Technical Information notice, etc.); and
(c) the date of declassification.
Example of declassification marking.
Declassified by: (Name/personal identifiers and position titles)
Derived from: (Designation of guidance or source document
and date of such document, or authority for
declassifying the document.)
Declassified on: (Date of declassification)
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n. Remarking Automatically Declassified Matter. Matter marked for automatic
declassification may be declassified and remarked accordingly on the date or
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event identified for declassification. Matter not marked for automatic
declassification will remain classified until the originating agency makes a
determination. Matter that is marked with downgrading or declassification
instructions must be remarked to comply with the instructions on the matter.
However, even after matter is declassified, it may still require protection based on
other requirements (e.g., OUO information, UCNI, Protected Critical
Infrastructure Information [PCII], etc.).
o. Classified Matter Not Automatically Declassified. See DOE M 475.1-1A for
these requirements.
p. Marking Special Documents. Unless otherwise stated, standard marking
requirements remain in effect. The following are requirements for marking
special documents.
(1) Charts, Maps, Drawings, and Tracings. When such documents are printed
on larger than the standard 8.5-inch by 11-inch sheets, the overall level
and category (if RD or FRD) of the document must be marked under the
legend, title, or scale block. The classification level and category (if RD
or FRD) must be visible when these types of documents are folded or
rolled. These types of NSI documents do not require portion marking
unless such markings are determined by the cognizant classification or
security authority to be operationally necessary. The unique identification
number, if accountable, should be placed either in the upper, right-hand
corner or under the legend, title, or scale block. If the chart, map, or
drawing is incorporated into a document, it will be marked the same as
any other page of the document.
(2) Messages. The overall classification level and category (if RD or FRD) of
the message must be the first item of information in the text. When
messages are printed by an automated system, markings may be applied
by that system provided the markings are clearly distinguishable from the
informational text. If applicable, declassification instructions must be
included on the last line of text and may be abbreviated as DECL (date,
exemption, or event).
(3) Classified Electronic Mail (E-Mail) Messages.
(a) General.
1 Classified e-mail messages must be transmitted only on
systems approved for classified transmissions and in
accordance with the system security plan.
2 Classified e-mail must be sent only to individuals with an
appropriate access authorization, any required formal
access approval, and need-to-know.
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3 Final documents, resulting from e-mail messages, including
attachments, require classification marking as specified in
this Manual.
4 Classified e-mail messages that meet the definition of
Federal records (ref. GRS as issued by the Archivist of the
United States) are subjected to record retention
requirements.
(b) Marking of Classified E-Mail Messages.
1 Each classified e-mail message must include:
a As the first item of information in the text, the
highest level and category of the accredited
classified information system or the appropriate
markings for the classification of the information as
determined by a derivative classifier;
b Name and organization of originator;
c Date of transmission;
d Subject and title marking as required for all
classified documents (see paragraph 3.i., Subjects
and Titles); and
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e Any applicable caveats or special handling and
dissemination requirements.
2 Any attachment to a classified e-mail message must be
appropriately marked:
a At the top and bottom of each page with the highest
level and category of the accredited classified
information system; or
b As a final document with the appropriate
classification of the information as determined by a
derivative classifier.
3 If the e-mail message or attachment is printed to hard copy,
the recipient must ensure it is marked appropriately, either:
a As a working paper, or
b As a final document by obtaining a classification
review by a derivative classifier or, if a derivative
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classifier is not available at the recipient’s location,
by having the originator provide a message already
reviewed by a derivative classifier and marked in
final format.
4 A hard copy of a classified e-mail message or attachment
that was marked as a working paper when printed must be
marked as final when:
a Distributed outside the recipient’s immediate
organization (e.g., division, section, or team) or ad
hoc working group1 (AHWG) by any means, or
b Retained for more than 180 days, or
c Filed permanently.
(c) Electronic Distribution of Classified Documents.
1 When electronic means are used to distribute a classified
document outside the sender’s immediate organization
(e.g., division, section, or team) or AHWG, the sender must
ensure the document is marked as a final document.
2 The recipient must verify that any printed copies contain
appropriately applied markings, must mark the back of the
last page of each document with its classification level and
category (if RD or FRD), and must attach appropriate cover
sheets.
(d) Unclassified E-mail Messages.
1 The first line of an unclassified e-mail message without
classified attachments sent on a classified e-mail system
must indicate the message is unclassified. If the e-mail
contains unclassified controlled information, it must retain
its unclassified control marking.
2 Unclassified e-mail messages containing classified
attachments must indicate the overall classification level,
category (if RD or FRD), and applicable caveats associated
with each attachment. The classified attachments must
1 An AHWG is a formally defined group of individuals participating in a specific activity or project or group of
activities or projects in which all members have been determined to have the appropriate access authorization, any
required formal access approvals, and need-to-know. The AHWG must have the ability to limit access to on-line
activities to only those members of the AHWG and use that ability when transmitting classified information which
is not marked as a final document as determined by a derivative classifier.
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contain the classification markings required for a final
document.
3 The recipient is responsible for applying the appropriate
classification markings (e.g., ensuring that level, and
category if RD or FRD, is placed on the top and bottom on
every page and the back of the final page) if the message
and/or attachment is printed in hardcopy at the receiving
location.
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(4) Facsimiles. A classified document transmitted by an approved classified
facsimile machine must be marked, if possible, as a final document before
transmission. DOE F 1325.7, Telecommunication Message, may be used
as the first page of the facsimile. This form or a locally developed form
may be marked either as an unclassified letter of transmittal or as the first
page of the classified document (see Figures II-2a and II-2b).
When classified drafts are transmitted by facsimile, they should be marked
at the highest potential overall classification level and category. When
final classification determination is made, the originating agency is
responsible for ensuring that all previous recipients receive a correctly
marked version with instructions to destroy all previous draft copies.
(5) Microforms.
(a) General.
1 Microforms contain images or text in sizes too small to be
read by the unaided eye. Classification and category
markings must consider the media involved but must be
readable by the unaided eye.
2 All required markings must be on the individual documents
contained on the microforms.
3 All microforms must contain markings specified by this
Chapter (with the exception of classifier, classification
guide, and declassification information) on the medium
(e.g., microfiche or reel).
4 All documents placed on classified microforms must be
specifically identified as being either classified or
unclassified.
5 Microforms created before July 15, 1994, do not need to be
redone if the documents contained on them are not
individually marked as independent documents.
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Figure II-2a. DOE F 1325.7, Telecommunication Message
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(b) Microfiche. Each microfiche must be marked either
photographically on the film or by using an adhesive label.
1 The first and last image of each microfiche should reflect
the highest classification level, category (if RD or FRD),
and caveats (if applicable) of information contained on the
microfiche.
2 Declassification instructions2 (NSI only) should be placed
on the microfiche so it is readable with the unaided eye, if
such marking would apply to all of the classified
information on the microfiche. If it will not fit, the
declassification instructions should be placed on
accompanying documentation.
3 The classification level and category (if RD or FRD) and
unique identification number (if accountable) must be
placed across the top of the microfiche. The classification
level and category (if RD or FRD) must also be placed on
the bottom (classification level and category must be
readable by the unaided eye).
(c) Microfilm. Each microfilm reel must be marked on its face (i.e.,
on the reel itself) to reflect the classification level, category (if RD
or FRD), caveats (if applicable) and unique identification number
(if accountable). Declassification instructions must be placed on
the reel, if such markings would apply to all the classified
documents on the microfilm. If theses instructions will not fit,
they must accompany the microfilm (consider placing this
information on accompanying documentation) (see Figure II-3).
1 Declassification instructions must be placed on the first
image, if such instructions would apply to all the classified
documents on the microfilm. If the instructions will not fit,
they must be placed on accompanying documentation.
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2 The second image should contain the reel number.
3 The third image should contain the reduction ratio used in
microfilming the documents.
4 The image immediately preceding the end of the reel
should contain an index of the documents microfilmed.
2 Historical documents may have downgrading instructions instead of declassification instructions. Downgrading
instructions are obsolete markings.
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5 The end of each reel must contain the highest level and
category (if RD or FRD) of information on the reel.
Reprodu
Lev
FRD
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Index
Level and category (if
RD or FRD)
Level, category (if RD or FRD),
caveats (if applicable), declas
sification
instructions (if applicable)
Level, category (if RD or FRD),
caveats (if applicable), declassification
instructions (if applicable)
Reduction
Reel number
CLASSIFICATION FOR EXAMPLE PURPOSES ONLY
Figure II-3. Example Markings for a Classified Microfilm Reel
(6) Motion Picture Films or Video Tapes. At the beginning of a film or video
tape, the following information must be projected for approximately
5 seconds in the sequence given: classification level, classification
category (if RD or FRD), caveats (if applicable), classifier information,
and unique identification number (if accountable). At the end of a film or
videotape, the classification level and category (if RD or FRD) must be
projected for approximately 3 seconds. The face of the video tape
cartridge or the face/side of the film’s reel must be marked with the
classification level and category (if RD or FRD).
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Only the removable covering of a film or tape is considered a container
and must be marked according to other containers (paragraph 3.q.).
(7) Photographs. Classification markings (classification level, category [if
RD or FRD], caveats [if applicable], classifier information, and the unique
identification number, if accountable) must be applied (if necessary, to the
reverse side or affixed by a pressure tape label, staple strip, or other
comparable means). When self-processing film or paper is used to
photograph or reproduce classified information and all parts of the last
exposure have not been removed from the camera, the camera must be
protected at the highest classification level and category of information
contained on the medium.
(8) Negative Rolls. Roll negatives or positives must be marked at the
beginning and end of each strip. The markings at the beginning of a roll
must be placed in the following order: classification level, category (if
RD or FRD), caveats (if applicable), classifier information, and the unique
identification number (if accountable). The markings at the end of the roll
must have the classification level and category (if RD or FRD)
NOTE: Any rolls created prior to publication of this Manual may be
marked according to the marking requirements in place at the time the roll
was originated. Copies of such previously created rolls must be marked
according to current requirements.
(9) Transparencies, Slides, and Sheet Film.
(a) The overall classification level, category (if RD or FRD), and any
caveats must be shown on the image of the first transparency,
slide, or sheet film of a series. All other applicable markings
specified in this chapter must be shown on the border or the frame
or in the accompanying documentation. The succeeding
transparencies, slides, and sheet film must indicate the
classification level and category (if RD or FRD) on the image.
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(b) When individual pages in a set of transparencies, slides, or sheet
film are to be handled and controlled as separate documents, each
page requires all standard markings.
(c) Each transparency, slide, or sheet film may be regarded as an
individual portion and does not require further portion marking.
(10) Recordings. Magnetic, electronic, or sound recordings must indicate the
overall classification level, category (if RD or FRD), and applicable
caveats at the beginning and end of the recording. The classification level,
category (if RD or FRD), caveats (if applicable), unique identification
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number (if accountable), and classifier information must be applied to the
face of the recording by adhesive tape or similar material.
(11) Classified Information Systems Media. All classified information systems
media must be marked with the accreditation level of the information
system unless an appropriate classification review has been conducted.
All classified electronic storage media (ESM) must have the overall
classification level and category (if RD or FRD) visible on the front and
back. Media may be marked using a standard form (SF 710 for
unclassified, SF 709 for classified, SF 708 for Confidential, SF 707 for
Secret, and SF 706 for Top Secret (see
http://www.archives.gov/isoo/security-forms/) or locally developed labels
containing the information on the SFs. Classifier markings are not
required on the exterior of ESM. Only the removable covering of
classified ESM is considered a container and must be marked according to
paragraph 3.q.
(a) If a platen or disk is removed from its manufacture’s case and is
not immediately destroyed, it must be marked with the
classification level and category (if RD or FRD).
(b) Labels that denote the classification level and category (if RD or
FRD) of the media may be used when it is practical to apply the
label without impeding the operation of the removable media.
(c) If the label can impede the operation of the removable media, (e.g.,
not allowing the media to properly seat), alternative marking
methods are required.
(d) The classification markings must be visible and human-readable,
and must easily communicate the classification level and category
(if RD or FRD) of the information.
(12) Translations. U.S. classified information translated into a foreign
language must be marked as U.S. classified information and must show
the equivalent foreign government classification (see Table II-2).
(13) Radiographs and X rays. When standard markings are not practical on the
radiograph or X ray, they must be placed on the jacket, folder, or similar
covering. The user must ensure that the appropriately marked jacket,
folder, or covering remains with the associated radiograph or X ray. If the
radiograph or X ray contains standard markings, the jacket, folder, or
covering must be marked according to 3.q.
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Table II-2. Foreign Equivalent Classification Markings
Country Top Secret Secret Confidential
Confidential FGI-
Modified Handling
Authorized∗
Argentina
Estrictamente
Secreto
Secreto Confidencial Reservado
Australia Top Secret Secret Confidential Restricted
Austria Streng Geheim Geheim Verschluss
Belgium
(Flemish)
Zeer Geheim Geheim Vertrouwelijk Bepertke
Verspreiding
Bolivia Supersecreto or
Muy Secreto
Secreto Confidencial Reservado
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Brazil Ultra Secreto Secreto Confidencial Reservado
Cambodia Sam Ngat
Bamphot
Sam Ngat Roeung Art
Kambang
Ham Kom Psay
Canada Top Secret Secret Confidential Restricted
Chile Secreto Secreto Reservado Reservado
Columbia Ultrasecreto Secreto Reservado Confidencial
Restringido
Costa Rica Alto Secreto Secreto Confidencial
Denmark Yderst
Hemmeligt
Hemmeligt Fortroligt Tiltjenestebrug
Ecuador Secretisimo Secreto Confidencial Reservado
El Salvador Ultra Secreto Secreto Confidencial Reservado
Ethiopia Yemiaz Birtou
Mistir
Mistir Kilkil
Finland Erittain
Salainen
Salainen
France Tres Secret Secret Defense Confidentiel
Defense
Diffusion
Restreinte
Germany Streng Geheim Geheim Vs-Vertraulich
Greece ΑΚΡΩΣ
ΑΠΟΡΡΠΤΟΝ
ΑΠΟΡΡΠΤΟΝ ΕΜΠΙΣΤΕΥΤΙΚΟΝ ΠΕΡΙΩΡΙΕΜΕΝΗΣ
ΧΠΗΣΕΩΣ
Guatemala Alto Secreto Secreto Confidencial Reservado
Haiti Top Secret Secret Confidencial Reserve
Honduras Super Secreto Secreto Confidencial Reservado
Hong Kong Top Secret Secret Confidential Restricted
Hungary Szigoruan
Titkos
Titkos Bizalmas
Iceland Algjorti Trunadarmal
India Param Gupt Gupt Gopniya Pratibanhst/seemit
∗ Provided that this level of protection is at least equivalent to that provided by the foreign government, but less than
U.S. Confidential.
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∗Table II-2. Foreign Equivalent Classification Markings (continued)
Country Top Secret Secret Confidential
Confidential FGI-
Modified Handling
Authorized*
Indonesia Sangat Rahasia Rahasia Agak Rahahasia Terbatas
Iran Bekoliserri Serri Kheil
Mahramaneh
Mahramaneh
Iraq Sirri Lil-ghaxah Sirri Khass Mehdoud
Ireland (Gaelic) An-sicreideach Sicreideach Runda Srianta
Israel Sodi Beyoter Sodi Shamur Mugbal
Italy Segretissimo or
Secgretissimo
Segreto Riservatissimo Riservato
Japan Kimitsu Gokuhi Hi Toriatsukaichui
Jordan Maktum Jiddan Maktum Sirri Mahdud
Korea I-Kup Bi Mil II-Kup Bi Mil III-Kup Bi Mil Bu Woi Bi
Laos Lup Sood Gnod Kuam Lup Kuam Lap Chum Kut Kon
Arn
Lebanon Tres Secret Secret Confidentiel
Mexico Alto Secreto Secreto Confidencial Restringido
Netherlands Zeer Geheim Geheim Confidentieel or
Vertrouwelijk
Dienstgeheim
New Zealand Top Secret Secret Confidential Restricted
Nicaragua Alto Secreto Secreto Confidencial Reservado
Norway Strengt Hemmelig Hemmelig Konfidensiell Begrenset
Paraguay Secreto Secreto Confidencial Reservado
Pakistan (Urdu) Intahai Khufia Khufia Sigha-E-Raz Barai Mahdud
Taqsim
Peru Estrictamente Secreto Secreto
Confidencial
Reservado
Philippines Top Secret Secret Confidential Restricted
Portugal Muito Secreto Secreto
Confidencial
Reservado
Saudi Arabia Saudi Top Secret Saudi Very
Secret
Saudi Secret Saudi Restricted
Spain Maximo Secreto Secreto
Confidencial
Diffusion
Limitada
Sweden (Red
Borders)
HemliHemli
Switzerland (Three Languages: French, German and Italian. TOP SECRET has a
registration number to distinguish from SECRET and CONFIDENTIAL.)
∗ Provided that this level of protection is at least equivalent to that provided by the foreign government, but less than
U.S. Confidential.
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Table II-2. Foreign Equivalent Classification Markings (continued)∗
Country Top Secret Secret Confidential
Confidential FGI-
Modified Handling
Authorized*
Taiwan Chichimi Chimi
Thailand Lup Tisud Lup Maag Lup Pok Pik
Turkey Cok Gizli Gizli Ozel Hizmete Ozel
Union of South
Africa (English)
Top Secret Secret Confidential Restricted
Afrikaans Uiters Geheim Geheim Vertroulik Beperk
United Arab
Republic Egypt
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Jirri Lilghaxeh Sirri Khas Mehoud Jidden
United Kingdom Top Secret Secret Confidential Restricted
Uruguay Ultra Secreto Secreto Cofidencial Reservado
Russia Совершенно
Секретно
Секретно Не Подлежащий
Оглашению
Для Служебного
Пользования
Viet Nam
(Vietnamese)
Toi-mat Mat Kin Pho Bien Han Che
(14) Training Matter. Unclassified matter used to simulate or demonstrate
classified matter for training purposes must be clearly marked to indicate
it is unclassified. Examples of recommended training markings are as
follows: “Training (Exhibit) Purposes Only,” “Classified for Training
Only,” “Unclassified Sample,” “Example (Exhibit) Only,” or “Secret
(Confidential) for Training Only.” These markings should be in large
print and should be placed so it is clear the marked information is not
classified.
(15) Aperture Cards. An aperture card is a punched, automatic data processing
card on which a portion of a microfilmed document is mounted.
Unclassified aperture cards are off-white and have the upper-left corner
cut. Secret and Confidential images are on reddish stock without cut
corners. The difference in color and the cut corner helps distinguish
between the classified and unclassified aperture cards when they are
commingled and stacked. Top Secret information should not be placed on
an aperture card. The classification level should be marked near or above
the microfilmed image on the face of the aperture card. The category (if
RD or FRD) should be placed below the microfilmed image. If the
classification level and category markings cannot be used, this information
may be coded on the aperture card. The microfilm image should contain
the classifier information, level, and category (if RD or FRD) in reduced
size.
∗ Provided that this level of protection is at least equivalent to that provided by the foreign government, but less than
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(16) Classified Page Changes.
(a) Periodic updates or revisions to a classified document may be
transmitted as page changes instead of retransmitting the entire
document. Individual page changes cannot be transmitted when
the overall classification of the document has changed.
(b) The transmitting receipt for a page change should provide direction
for incorporating the pages into the document.
1 If the classified document is not accountable, the new pages
may be inserted and the obsolete pages destroyed properly.
2 If the classified document is accountable, the new pages
may be inserted and the destruction of the obsolete pages
documented according to local procedures. Although the
page changes themselves do not need to be given unique
identification numbers, a record of the page changes must
be kept.
(c) Page changes must be marked in the same manner as the original
document. For example, if the original document was portion
marked, the page change must be portion marked, and if the
category was marked on each page of the original document, it also
must be marked on each page that is changed. Note: Also refer to
3.h.(2) which also contains requirements for marking page
changes.
q. File Folders and Other Containers. When not in approved secure storage
containers, file folders and other items containing classified matter must be
marked conspicuously to indicate the highest classification level of any classified
matter contained within.
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(1) The classification level marking must be marked top and bottom on the
front and back of the folder. The classification level marking is necessary
only when the folder containing classified matter is removed from an
approved secure storage repository (see Figure II-4).
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SECRET
SECRET
Back
SECRET
SECRET
Front
Exhibit Only
(Highest level of classified
information contained in the
folder/container.)
Figure II-4. Example Markings for Classified File Folders
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(2) Containers of classified documents such as videotapes, cassettes, and ESM
also must include classification level markings on the top and bottom of
the front and back of the container. However, if the subject container is
too small to contain typical classification labels on top and bottom, a
single label may be paled in the middle of the case. When marked with
the classification level, these containers act as cover sheets to alert
observers about appropriate protection and handling requirements. If
these containers are used for shipping, consider them an inner envelope
only and address and mark them appropriately. (NOTE: The plastic
encasing the actual tape, cassette, or ESM is not considered a container for
the purposes of these marking instructions. Only the removable covering
of a cassette, tape, or ESM is considered a container.)
r. Transmittal Documents. The first page of a transmittal document must be marked
with the highest level and category (if RD or FRD) of classified information being
transmitted and with an appropriate notation to indicate its classification when the
enclosures are removed. Additional markings (including category if RD or FRD)
from the enclosure must be included on transmittal documents when they convey
restrictions.
(1) Unclassified Letters of Transmittal.
(a) If the letter of transmittal transmits a document containing RD or
FRD or information with a caveat, the first page of the letter of
transmittal must be marked on the lower left corner with the
phrase, “Document transmitted herewith contains .” For
example:
Document transmitted herewith contains: (insert classification
level and category and/or caveat spelled out; e.g.,
Secret/Restricted Data).
(b) Subsequent pages of an unclassified letter of transmittal require no
classification markings.
(c) The following marking must be placed on the lower right corner of
the letter of transmittal, with the classification level of the letter of
transmittal (in this case, “Unclassified”) inserted.
When separated from enclosures, handle this document as:
(insert classification level and category and/or caveat spelled
out; e.g., Secret/Restricted Data).
(2) Classified Letters of Transmittal. Classified letters of transmittal must be
handled in one of three ways.
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(a) The letter of transmittal and the attached document may be treated
as a single document, with the letter of transmittal becoming part
of the document. This method does not require the extra markings
described below.
(b) The letter of transmittal may be handled as a document separate
from the transmitted document. This method does not require the
extra markings described in paragraph (c) 2, below.
(c) The final method, described below, allows for the letter of
transmittal and the attached document to be transmitted together as
one document but handled separately upon receipt.
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1 The letter of transmittal must be marked with all required
classification information. The first page of the letter of
transmittal must be marked at the highest level contained in
either the letter of transmittal or the transmitted document.
If the letter of transmittal has multiple pages, each
successive page must be marked at the top and bottom with
the classification level of that page or the overall level and
category (if RD or FRD) of the letter of transmittal.
2 The letter of transmittal must indicate the highest overall
category (if RD or FRD) of information contained in the
letter of transmittal and the transmitted document and any
caveats. If the category of the information in the
transmitted document is higher, this category information
must be placed on the lower left corner of the letter of
transmittal below the statement, “Document transmitted
herewith contains,” as described above. If the letter of
transmittal contains the higher category of information, this
category information marking must be placed on the lower
left corner of the letter of transmittal.
3 If the letter of transmittal is classified at a lower level than
the information being transmitted, the classification level of
the letter of transmittal should be inserted after the phrase,
“When separated from enclosures, handle this document as
_____,” described above. When this type of letter of
transmittal is received and separated from the transmitted
document, the recipient needs no further authorization to
change the classification markings on the letter of
transmittal.
s. Working Papers and Drafts. Classified working papers and drafts are considered
to be interim production stages toward the generation of a permanent document.
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(1) Hard copies of working papers and drafts must contain the following
markings:
(a) the date created;
(b) the highest potential overall classification level of the draft or
working paper at the top and bottom of the outside of the cover
page (if any), on the title page (if any), on the first page of text, and
on the outside of the back cover or last page. Each interior page of
a classified document must be marked at the top and bottom with
the highest classification level of that page (including unclassified)
or the overall classification of the document;
(c) the overall category (if RD or FRD) of the draft or working paper
must be marked on the cover page (if any), title page (if any), or
the first page of text. The category marking is not required on
draft and working paper interior pages that contain RD or FRD
information;
(d) the annotation “Working Paper” or “Draft” must be marked on the
first page of text; and
(e) any applicable caveats or special markings must be annotated on
the cover page (if any), title page (if any), or the first page of text.
(2) Electronic and facsimile versions of working papers and drafts are marked
as required by paragraphs 3.p.(3) and (4).
(3) Classified working papers and drafts may be transmitted within work
groups without being marked as final documents. Work groups may
consist of individuals from multiple organizations (see 3.p.(3)(b)4.a.).
(4) Markings prescribed for a finished document must be applied when a draft
or working paper meets the following requirements:
(a) released by the originator outside the activity or office;
(b) retained for more than 180 days from the date of origin; or
(c) filed permanently.
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(5) Classified documents that are updated on a frequent basis, commonly
referred to as “living documents: (e.g. documents that are part of an
ongoing experiment or study) may be considered as originating each date
they are changed.
(a) Local procedures must provide a specific technique to demonstrate
that the “living document” is in fact being changed frequently (e.g.
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a sheet attached to the front of the document that gives the number
of pages and the date of the last change is an example of such a
technique).
(b) Each version of a living document, that has been superseded by an
updated version, retains its initially assigned origination date for
the purposes of determining requirements for marking it as a
finished document.
(6) See paragraph 1.e. for requirements for documents undergoing
classification review.
t. Redacted Documents. Methods used to strike out classified information before
release to persons not authorized access to the deleted information must
completely obliterate the classified text, figures, etc., to prevent any form of
recovery that might compromise the information.
u. Miscellaneous. Typewriter or printer ribbon cartridges and spools or carbons
must be marked with the appropriate classification level and protected
accordingly until destroyed. No additional markings are required.
v. Other Government Agency (OGA) and Foreign Government Documents Not
Conforming to DOE Requirements. As a rule, documents received from OGAs
and foreign governments that have not been marked to conform to DOE
requirements do not need to be remarked. However, all documents received must
clearly indicate a classification level and category (if RD or FRD).
(1) OGA.
(a) If an accountable document arriving from another agency lacks a
unique identification number, one must be assigned.
(b) When possible, returning documents because of improper marking
should be avoided. Instead, the sender should be contacted and
any marking issues resolved.
(2) Foreign Governments.
(a) Classified documents originated by a foreign government or
international organization must either retain their original
classification level markings or be assigned a U.S. classification
that provides a degree of protection at least equivalent to that
required by the entity that furnished the information. A
classification officer should be contacted with any questions
regarding the appropriate classification level for a foreign
government document.
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1 If the foreign marking is not readily understandable, the
recipient must assign the equivalent U.S. marking (see
Table II-2 for the foreign classification markings).
2 If there is no equivalent U.S. marking as required above,
then the recipients or possessor must acquire the marking
and protection requirements from the originating
government.
3 Acceptable methods for assigning a U.S. classification
level marking include, marking a document protector and
placing the document inside, creating a transmittal
document for the document, or placing a sticker with U.S.
markings on the document. These practices will avoid
marking up a document that may need to be returned to the
foreign government.
4 Any markings provided must ensure a degree of protection
equivalent to that required by the originating government or
organization.
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(b) Any markings provided must ensure a degree of protection
equivalent to that required by the originating government or
organization. A classification officer can answer any questions
regarding the level of protection to assign a foreign government
document.
w. Cover Sheets. Cover sheets must be applied to all classified documents when
they are removed from a security container. The following SF cover sheets may
be used: SF 703, Top Secret cover sheet; SF 704, Secret cover sheet; and SF 705,
Confidential cover sheet (see www.archives.gov/isoo/security-forms/).
Locally-developed cover sheets of the same color and format as the SFs may be
used. Locally-created cover sheets may be overprinted with classification
category (if RD or FRD), caveats (if applicable), and other information approved
by the DOE cognizant security authority.
4. CONTROL SYSTEMS AND ACCOUNTABILITY.
a. General. Control systems must be established and used to prevent unauthorized
access to or removal of classified information. Accountability systems must
provide a system of procedures that provide an audit trail. Accountability applies
regardless of the physical form of the matter (e.g., electronic, paper, or parts).
b. Accountable Matter. The following are types of accountable matter.
(1) Top Secret matter.
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(2) Secret matter stored outside an LA (or higher).
(3) Any matter that requires accountability because of national, international,
or programmatic requirements such as the following:
(a) classified computer equipment and media supporting the Nuclear
Emergency Support Team (NEST) and Accident Response Group
(ARG) operations and similar elements;
(b) national requirements such as cryptography and designated
COMSEC;
(c) international requirements such as NATO ATOMAL, designated
United Kingdom documents, or other FGI designated in
international agreements; and
(d) special programmatic requirements (e.g., designated SAPs and
Sigma 14).
(4) Classified Removable Electronic Media (CREM) which is required to be
marked as S/RD or higher classification, or which contain Sigma 1,
Sigma 2, Sigma 14, or Sigma 15 or a combination of nuclear weapons
design/testing data.
(5) Completed parts 2 and 2A of the SF 700, Security Container Information,
for a container is an accountable document if any of the information stored
in that container is accountable. It does not, however, need to be placed
into the formal accountability system; it must be accounted for according
to local written procedures.
c. Accountable Classified Removable Electronic Media (ACREM) Custodians and
Emergency Notification Personnel.
(1) For each vault, VTR, GSA-approved repository, or file cabinet used to
store ACREM, a formally appointed and trained ACREM custodian and a
formally appointed and trained alternate ACREM custodian will be
responsible for the ACREM, the associated ACREM accountability
records, and other duties outlined in DOE cognizant security authority
approved local procedures which must include, but are not limited to:
(a) A formal and documented ACREM transfer/checkout process must
be implemented to record all ACREM transfers between ACREM
custodians, alternate ACREM custodians, and users. This process
must be performance tested to ensure its effectiveness, and must
include:
1 Return of ACREM checked out from its normal storage
location to its normal storage location at the close of the
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work shift. If operations needs, such as emergency
deployments, dictate exceptions from this requirement, the
exceptions must be fully documented and approved by the
DOE cognizant security authority;
2 Personal responsibility for the ACREM by the individual
who checks it out (has it formally transferred to his/her
control) until it is formally returned to its approved
storage repository;
3 Justifications in writing for deviations to Departmental
ACREM requirements, due to National Security needs
(e.g., uninterruptible testing). Deviation requirements are
included in DOE M 470.4-1, Program Planning and
Management and its CRD; and,
4 Training for all affected employees regarding ACREM
procedures.
(b) Strict limitation of access to all repositories storing ACREM to
only the authorized ACREM custodians and their alternates.
(2) Where an item of ACREM is in use across two or more work shifts, it is
permissible to have one appointed custodian and alternate custodian per
shift for the repository where the ACREM is stored. Where this
arrangement is in effect, there must be a formal transfer and
acknowledgement of the assumption of custodial responsibility by the
arriving custodian. If the item of ACREM is in continuous use across the
shifts, a formal transfer of accountability for the item must be recorded.
(3) To preclude instances where ACREM is not available when needed due
to the absence or incapacity of both the custodian and alternate custodian,
emergency notification personnel should be identified. These individuals
must be listed on the SF 700, along with the listing of all other persons
having the ability to obtain the combination to the repository. Part 1 of
the SF 700 will be kept inside the repository and part 2 may be sent to:
(a) another repository;
(b) a central repository maintained for that purpose; or
(c) a repository within a Central Alarm Station (CAS), provided that
any individual with access to these repositories posses an access
authorization at the level necessary for access to the material in
the repository containing the ACREM.
d. Control Stations. Control stations must be established and used to maintain
records and access lists (when required) and control classified matter (including
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facsimiles) received by and/or dispatched from facilities. Employees must be
designated and trained to operate these control stations and must have access
authorizations commensurate with the level of their classified control
responsibilities. A formally defined and operated ACREM accountability
process may function as a control station.
e. Accountability Records. Accountability records are required when accountable
matter is originated, reproduced, transmitted, received, destroyed, or changed in
classification. Control station operators must maintain accountability systems
for accountable matter. All sites must develop procedures to ensure that all
accountable matter has been entered into accountability systems. At a minimum,
accountability records must indicate the following information for each
accountable item.
(1) Date of the Matter. The date the matter was originated or created. For
documents, this term means the date the document was finalized.
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(2) Brief Description of the Matter (unclassified, if possible). Examples
include the unclassified title (if a document) or description (if material).
It may also be helpful to describe the form of the matter (e.g., a
document, magnetic medium, microform, drawing, photograph, or
photographic negative). If a title or description is classified, an
unclassified descriptor should be used to prevent the accountability
records system from becoming classified.
(3) Unique Identification Number. This could be a unique document number
(if a document) or serial number (if material). Unique identification
numbers may be provided by creating a totally new number for each
individual document, including copies, or by adding the copy and series
to the old base number when reproducing accountable documents. The
key point is to ensure that each document, whether an original or a
reproduction, has some kind of unique number associated with it.
(4) Classification Level (and Category, if RD or FRD) and Caveats.
Classification level, category (if RD or FRD), and additional handling
caveats, if any, of the matter must also be indicated.
(5) Number of Copies and Disposition. The number of copies of a document
(including the original) generated during either origination or
reproduction, the disposition of each copy (e.g., destruction,
downgrading, declassification, dispatch outside the facility, or
incorporation into another accountability record), and the date of
disposition. The term “disposition” varies in meaning as follows
regarding:
(a) origination, transmission, receipt, and reproduction, “disposition”
means the offices or activities where the matter was distributed;
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(b) destruction, “disposition” means the organization where the
matter was destroyed and by whom;
(c) change of classification, “disposition” means which office or
activity performed the change of classification and which offices
or activities have copies of the matter.
(6) Originator Identification. The organization name and address of the
originator. For material, this information is found in the associated
paperwork.
(7) Authority for Contractor Retention. Contract or other written retention
authority that authorizes the matter to be in the possession of a
contractor. This authorization can be either a letter of authorization or a
contract reference to the authorization to retain classified matter. A copy
of this authorization should be maintained with the accountability records
and should be readily available to facilitate compliance disposition
reviews.
(8) Date Received (if applicable). The date the transmitted matter arrived.
(9) Activity from Which the Matter was Received (if applicable). The office
or activity name and address from which matter was transmitted to the
recipient.
(10) The individual who checked it in and/or out (who has personal
responsibility for it).
f. Inventory.
(1) Frequency.
(a) All ACREM must be inventoried/documented on a weekly basis.
A weekly inventory may be waived for ACREM that is
maintained in a locked file cabinet or GSA-approved repository
that is located in a vault or a VTR and the container has not been
accessed since the last inventory.
(b) NNSA’s NEST, ARG, and similar elements’ classified computer
equipment. NNSA’s NEST, ARG, and similar elements’
classified computer equipment and media (non-ACREM) must be
inventoried at least once a month by two individuals. In addition,
DOE cognizant security authorities must develop deployment and
redeployment checklists for all ARG, NEST, and similar elements
that include procedures for inventorying accountable equipment
both before and after a deployment.
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(c) All other accountable matter must be inventoried no less
frequently than every 12 months.
(2) Inventories will consist of a physical comparison of each item against the
current inventory listing. Discrepancies must be resolved, if possible
using the previously reconciled inventory and receipts, transfers and
destruction records. Each item listed in an accountability record must be
verified visually.
(3) Reports. Any unresolved discrepancies between the items found to be
present and the inventory list must be reported and dealt with according to
DOE policy and requirements for reporting incidents of security concern
(see DOE M 470.4-1, Safeguards and Security Program Planning and
Management).
(4) Inventory Records. ACREM Custodians and/or Control station custodians
must maintain records of the inventories and any reports generated as a
result of the inventories (e.g., unaccounted for document reports).
g. Records Disposition. Records maintained to control and account for classified
matter, including those reflecting receipt, dispatch, and destruction, must be
retained in accordance with the DOE records schedule and the NARA’s GRS 18.
h. Master Files and Databases. Master files and databases created in central data
processing facilities to supplement or replace Top Secret records are not
authorized for disposal under this GRS. These files must be scheduled on an
SF 115, Request for Records Disposition Authority.
i. Working Papers and Drafts. Classified working papers and drafts are considered
to be interim production stages toward the generation of a permanent document.
Working papers and drafts must be:
(1) protected in accordance with the assigned classification;
(2) destroyed when no longer needed; and
(3) accounted for and controlled in the manner prescribed for a finished
document when the working papers and drafts meet the following
requirements:
(a) released by the originator outside the originating activity or work
group (a work group may consist of individuals from multiple
organizations that is established to support the activity);
(b) retained for more than 180 days from the date of origin; or
(c) filed permanently.
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j. Automated Accountability Systems and Electronic Receipting.
(1) Automated Accountability Systems. Automated accountability systems
must:
(a) be approved by the DOE cognizant security authority;
(b) implement the requirements under paragraph 4.e; and
(c) provide security controls to ensure that no unauthorized changes
are made to system records.
(2) Electronic Receipting. The Information Security Oversight Office (ISOO)
has approved the use of electronic receipting systems as long as the
following conditions are met. The system:
(a) is approved by the DOE cognizant security authority;
(b) provides identification of both the individual and the document
disposition; and
(c) provides adequate security controls to ensure that no unauthorized
changes are made to the system record.
5. REPRODUCTION.
a. General.
(1) Classified documents may be reproduced without originator approval
except when they contain markings that limit reproduction without
specific written originator approval.
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(2) ACREM may be reproduced when any of the data that resides on a piece
of ACREM is to be copied onto a piece of media that has already been
placed into the formal accountability system, provided there are no other
limitations. Permission is required from the DOE cognizant security
authority before copying any of the data that resides on a piece of
ACREM onto a piece of media that has not already been placed into the
formal accountability system.
(3) If a classified document needs to be copied immediately, and the
document contains a caveat limiting reproduction without originator
approval, the following procedure must be used:
(a) gain originator approval by telephone;
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(b) make the minimum number of copies required. Following normal
procedures, destroy unneeded copies immediately after the
emergency use; and
(c) follow up by obtaining permission in writing as soon as possible.
(4) The cognizant security authority must establish local controls for the
reproduction of classified documents. Reproduction of classified
documents must be limited to the minimum number of copies consistent
with operational requirements and any further reproduction limitations
shown on the document. Local procedures should address the issue of
controlling the number of copies of classified documents. To restrict
reproduction of a classified document, consider one of the following
techniques.
(a) For intelligence documents only, the Director of Central
Intelligence ORCON caveat marking may be used to restrict
reproduction to that allowed by the originator.
(b) Originators of non-intelligence documents who wish to prevent
unlimited copying of a classified document may use the markings
specified in paragraph 3.l.(7) or others similar in content.
(5) Reproduction must be accomplished by authorized persons who know the
procedures for classified reproduction and only in the performance of
official or contractual duties.
(6) Reproduced copies are subject to the same protection and control
requirements as the originals.
(7) Reproduction restrictions must not constrain the reproduction of
documents to facilitate review for declassification. However, after such
reviews, reproduced documents remaining classified must be destroyed in
accordance with paragraph 8.
b. Equipment. Classified documents must be reproduced on equipment specifically
approved and designated for this purpose to ensure minimal risk of unauthorized
disclosure. To the greatest extent possible, these machines must be located within
LA, PAs, or EAs.
(1) Access to Machines. Classified documents must be reproduced under
appropriate security conditions to preclude unauthorized access to
classified information. Classified copying must not be performed in the
presence of individuals lacking the proper access authorizations.
(2) Notices. Notices regarding the restrictions and requirements of
reproducing classified documents must be posted conspicuously next to
the equipment (see Figures II-5 and II-6).
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(3) Clearing. Ensure that no classified waste is trapped or left in the
equipment and clear all possible residual classified images after classified
reproduction. Local procedures and copier design will dictate how the
copier should be sanitized.
(4) Approval. Ensure that all machines to be used for reproducing classified
documents are approved in accordance with local procedures and cyber
security policy. At a minimum, ensure that:
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(a) classified copy machines do not have modems or the ability to be
connected to an external modem; and
(b) contracts for new digital copy machines specify that memory chips
will not be removed without permission and that any remote
diagnostics capabilities will be disabled.
(c) In areas where routine Technical Surveillance Countermeasures
(TSCM) services occur, reproduction machines must be examined
by a certified TSCM team prior to introduction into the area.
c. Documents Sent To or Received From Outside Agencies.
(1) Documents Sent to Outside Agencies. To ensure that a document sent to
an outside agency is not reproduced without the originator’s consent, a
caveat limiting such further reproduction must be placed on the document.
Documents without such markings may be reproduced by the other
agency.
(2) Documents Received from Outside Agencies. Outside agency documents
may be reproduced in accordance with the same rules and restrictions that
exist for DOE documents. Therefore, unless specific instructions to the
contrary accompany the documents, they may be reproduced. For
example, National Security Council (NSC) documents will have a copy
restriction notice; therefore, NSC documents will be reproduced only with
the permission of the originator.
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CLASSIFIED REPRODUCTION PROCEDURAL INSTRUCTIONS
(Within Limited/Exclusion Area)
1. See the “Authorization Poster” for classification limits and restrictions.
2. Limit observation of classified operations to persons with appropriate clearance and
need-to-know.
3. Require reproduction authorization for ORCON or other control caveats that limit or
prohibit reproduction without specific permission.
4. Limit number of copies to only those that are absolutely required. If the subject
document is in accountability, all copies must also be brought into accountability.
5. Destroy unacceptable or excess copies following DOE and local destruction procedures
for classified waste (accountability and destruction receipts not required).
6. Run (insert required number) blank copies through the machine after copying
operations are completed, and check the last copy for images. If images are still
present, continue running copies until no images remain. Destroy the blank copies as
classified waste. Accountability and destruction records are not required.
7. Double-check the copying area before departing to ensure no classified matter remains
(i.e., originals removed from copying plate, copies removed from machine collection
tray or collating bins, and copies to be destroyed collected).
Figure II-6. Classified Reproduction Procedural Instructions
6. RECEIVING AND TRANSMITTING CLASSIFIED MATTER.
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a. General. Classified matter must be transmitted only in the performance of official
or contractual duties. If the transmission is not required by the specific terms of
the contract or required for performance of the contract, contractors must obtain
written authorization from the DOE cognizant security authority before
transmitting classified matter outside the facility. Before transmitting classified
matter, the sender must ensure that the recipient has the appropriate access
authorization or clearance, has any required programmatic or special access
approval, meets the need-to-know criteria, and has an approved classified address.
b. Receiving. When classified matter is received at a facility, the following controls
must apply (also see paragraph 6.d.):
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(1) Classified matter must be delivered to personnel designated to receive it at
a control station with the inner envelope unopened. Procedures must be
established to ensure that when classified matter is not received directly by
the designated control station (regardless of the type of mail system), the
inner container remains unopened. Though the inner envelope must not be
opened before delivery at the control station, the outer envelope may be
opened if local procedures permit.
(2) The package must be examined for evidence of tampering and the
classified contents checked against the receipt (if provided). Evidence of
tampering must be maintained and reported promptly to the cognizant
security authority. If the matter was received through the U.S. Postal
Service, the appropriate U.S. Postal Inspector must also be notified
promptly. Discrepancies in the contents of a package must be reported
immediately to the sender. If the shipment is in order and includes a
receipt, the receipt must be signed and returned to the sender. A copy of
the receipt must be maintained with the control station records.
c. Packaging. Classified matter to be transmitted outside a facility must be
double-wrapped (enclosed in opaque inner and outer containers) except as
specified below.
(1) Envelopes and Similar Wrappers.
(a) When envelopes are used for packaging, the classified information
must be protected from direct contact with the inner envelope.
This is accomplished by having a cover sheet on the front of the
document and a sheet of paper or cover sheet to protect the back of
the document if the document has information on the back page.
1 The overall classification level of the contents must be
marked on the top and bottom of the front and back of the
inner container.
2 The category (if RD or FRD) and caveats (if applicable) or
special markings must be placed on the front of the inner
container.
3 The inner container must be sealed. The sender’s classified
address should appear in the upper left corner and the
recipient’s classified address should be centered on the
front of the container.
4 The outer envelope or container must be sealed and marked
with the recipient’s and sender’s classified mailing
addresses (mailing, shipping, or overnight, as appropriate).
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5 The outer envelope must not carry markings indicating the
contents are classified.
(b) When opaque containers (i.e., envelopes) are temporarily
unavailable, appropriate measures must be taken to ensure that the
contents of the document cannot be seen through the inner
container and that the security markings on the inner container
cannot be seen through the outer container.
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(c) All the seams of an envelope or wrapper must be sealed with
tamper-resistant tape (e.g., fiber tape) or be constructed in a
manner designed to provide tamper indication (e.g.,
tamper-evidence security bags) to prevent undetected access to the
contents while in transit.
NOTE: Outer containers must meet U.S. Postal Service
regulations for registered packages.
(2) Other Containers. If the item is of a size, bulk, weight, or nature that
precludes the use of envelopes for packaging, other containers of
sufficient strength and durability must be used to protect the item while in
transit.
(a) To prevent items from breaking out and to facilitate the detection
of tampering, tamper-resistant material (such as seals, puncture
resistant material, or wire mesh) must be used for packaging.
(b) As long as the item is enclosed in a double container, the matter
may be wrapped or boxed in paper, wood, metal, or a combination
thereof.
(c) The inner package must be addressed to a classified address,
return-addressed to a classified address, and marked with the
overall classification level and category (if RD or FRD) of the
contents and any appropriate caveats.
(d) The outer container must be addressed to a classified address,
return-addressed to a classified mailing address, and sealed, with
no markings to indicate the contents are classified.
(e) If specialized shipping containers, including closed cargo
transporters, are used for transmitting classified matter, the
shipping container may be considered the outer container.
1 The address may be omitted from the inner and outer
container for shipments in full truckload lots when such an
exception is contained in the provisions of the contract.
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2 Under no circumstances will the outer container or the
shipping document attached to the outer container reflect
the classification of the contents or the fact that the contents
are classified.
(3) Equipment Components.
(a) If the classified matter is an internal component of a packaged item
of equipment with an outside shell or body that is unclassified and
that completely shields the classified internal component from
view, the shell or body may be considered the inner container. The
shell or body must be marked with the classification level and
category (if RD or FRD) of the equipment, but the address and
return address may be omitted. The outer container must be
addressed to a classified address, return-addressed to a classified
mailing address, and sealed with no markings or notations to
indicate the contents are classified.
(b) If the classified matter is an inaccessible internal component of a
bulky item of equipment, such as a missile, that cannot be
reasonably packaged, no inner container is required and the outside
shell or body may be considered the outer container if it is
unclassified. If the shell or body is classified, the matter must be
draped with an opaque covering that will conceal all classified
features. The covering must be capable of being secured to
prevent inadvertent exposure of the item.
(4) Locked Briefcases. If a locked briefcase is used to hand-carry classified
matter of any level, the briefcase may serve as the outer container. The
requirement that an individual carrying a briefcase with classified matter
outside a security area must possess a DOE Form (F) 5635.13, Authority
to Hand-Carry Classified Matter, is no longer in effect. If local procedures
require use of hand-carry cards, sites may develop local hand-carry forms.
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(a) The inner container must be sealed, addressed with the sender’s
and recipient’s classified addresses, and marked with the overall
classification level and category (if RD or FRD) of the contents
and caveats (if applicable).
(b) The briefcase (outer container) must indicate the return classified
address and must contain no markings to indicate the contents are
classified.
(c) A briefcase may not serve as the outer container for travel aboard
commercial aircraft.
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d. Offsite Transmittal and Receipts. DOE F 5635.3, Classified Document Receipt,
or a receipt comparable in content must be used to transmit accountable and
classified matter outside of facilities. Receipts must identify the classified
contents and the names and addresses of both the sending and receiving facilities.
Receipts must not contain classified information. The receipt must be placed
inside the inner container. If not practical, the receipt may be sent to the recipient
with the required advance notification of shipment or may be hand-carried. When
classified matter is transmitted by courier, DOE F 5635.3, or a receipt comparable
in content must be used (see Figures II-7a and b).
(1) Receipt Information. The receipt must be prepared in triplicate and
remain unclassified when completed. Two copies of the receipt must be
placed in the inner container with the matter (except as noted above) and
sent to the intended recipient. The third copy must be maintained by the
sender until the original is signed and returned. The receipt must contain
the following information:
(a) full names of the sender and the recipient;
(b) classified address of the sender;
(c) classified address of the recipient;
(d) description of the classified matter (e.g., title or other means);
(e) date of the matter;
(f) classification of the matter; and
(g) unique identification number, if accountable.
(2) Multiple Items. If all items are going to one recipient, one receipt may be
used for multiple items. Regardless of the number of items being
transmitted, one receipt should be completed for each recipient. Check
any special mailing instructions included in the classified mailing address
in the Safeguards and Security Information Management System (SSIMS).
(3) Exceptions. Receipts are not required for non-accountable classified
matter under the following conditions:
(a) transmittal of matter within a facility; or
(b) transmittal of Confidential matter.
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U.S. DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY DOE F 5635.3 OMB Control No.1910-1800
(09-95) OMB Burden Disclos e ur
Statement on Reverse 05-94 editions may be used CLASSIFIED DOCUMENT RECEIPT
POSTAL NUMBER
TO
DATE MAILED
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Verify addressee’s classified mailing
address.
2. Describe document by subject or title and
originator. See DOE 5635.1A for when
this form is required. FROM
3. Show classification and extra markings.
4. Forward original and duplicate to
addressee.
5. Retain copy pending return of signed
original by addressee.
DESCRIPTION OF
DOCUMENT (Subject or title
and originator)
NUMBER
IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER
COPY and
SERIES
of
PAGES DATE OF DOCUMENT
I have received the document(s) listed above and assume responsibility for safeguarding in accordance with security regulations.
Signature of addressee or
name of addressee and
s ignature of recipient: Date:
Received for addressee by: Date:
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(to be used only by mail rooms)
1. Return to Sender 2. Addressee’s Copy 3. Pending
Figure II-7a. DOE F 5635.3, Classified Document Receipt
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OMB BURDEN DISCLOSURE STATEMENT
Public reporting burden for this collection of information is estimated to average 10 minutes per
response, including the time for reviewing instructions, searching existing data sources,
gathering and maintaining the data needed, and completing and reviewing the collection of
information. Send comments regarding this burden estimate or any other aspect of this
collection of information, including suggestions for reducing this burden, to Office of
Information Management Program Management Group, Records Management Team,
HR-424-GTN, Paperwork Reduction Project (1910-1800), U.S. Department of Energy, 1000
Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20585; and to the Office of Management and
Budget (0MB), Paperwork Reduction Project (1910-1800), Washington, D.C. 20503.
Figure II-7b. DOE F 5635.3, Classified Document Receipt, OMB Burden Disclosure Statement
(4) Facsimile Transmission. Individuals transmitting classified information
through facsimile systems must confirm receipt (verbally or in writing)
with the intended recipient.
(a) A receipt, such as DOE F 5635.3, may be completed and
transmitted with the classified message by means of facsimile
systems. Upon receiving the facsimile, the recipient would
complete the receipt and return it also by facsimile.
(b) An acceptable alternative would be to contact the intended
recipient and notify him/her that a classified message is being
transmitted by facsimile. Upon receipt, the recipient must
telephone the sender to verify the complete transmission was
received. This verbal communication must be documented and
retained and will suffice for all other written forms of receipt.
(5) Returning Receipts. The recipient of any classified matter that contains a
receipt must complete the receipt and return it to the sender as soon as
possible. Although non-accountable Confidential matter transmitted
outside a facility does not require a receipt, if a receipt is submitted it must
be signed and returned to the sender.
(6) Suspense Copies. When a receipt is used, a duplicate copy of the receipt
must be maintained in a “suspense” file at the control station until the
signed receipt is returned.
(a) Procedures should be established for both tracking the return of
receipts and the actions required if receipts are not returned.
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(b) A suspense date (normally not to exceed 30 days) must be
established, and follow-up action must be initiated if the signed
receipt is not returned within the suspense period.
(c) If the follow-up action is unsuccessful, an inquiry must be
conducted and the possible loss of the matter must be reported in
accordance with incident reporting requirements.
(d) Copies of signed receipts for classified matter must be retained at
control stations in accordance with the DOE records schedule and
the NARA GRSs.
(7) Electronic Receipting. The ISOO has approved the use of electronic
receipting under the following conditions.
(a) The system must provide a method to ensure electronic signature
integrity.
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(b) The system must be able to provide verification of individuals and
show either the individual possessing the document or the
disposition made of the document.
(c) The system is approved by the DOE cognizant security authority.
e. Classified Addresses.
(1) Classified matter must be addressed only to approved classified addresses
for mailing, shipping, or overnight delivery, contingent upon the
appropriate method of transmission.
(2) Classified addresses must be verified through SSIMS, except as otherwise
noted in this Manual, for:
(a) companies where there is a DOE contractual interest;
(b) OGA contractors where there is no contractual agreement with
DOE, and the interest includes RD, FRD, or weapons data
information; and
(c) companies where there is no DOE contractual agreement for NSI.
Note: Defense Security Service (DSS) may also be used for
verifying classified addresses approved for NSI.
(3) Hardcopies of classified addresses obtained through SSIMS or DSS are
only valid for 30 calendar days.
(4) A Classified Mail Channel may be established in SSIMS for an OGA
contractor organization where DOE or NNSA does not have a contractual
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interest. To establish an address for the Classified Mail Channel, a
Statement of Security Assurance, or a form comparable in content, must
be completed and signed by the cognizant security authority and
authorizing Government official for the OGA contractor (see Figures II-8a
and II-8b for a copy of and instructions for a Statement of Security
Assurance). Also see DOE M 470.4-1, Safeguards and Security Program
Planning and Management, Facility Clearance Program.
Once the form is completed, the information must be entered into SSIMS.
This process may only be used when the contractor facility has been
approved by another Government agency and registered in SSIMS and
must not be used as a basis for granting facility security approvals.
(5) Alternative methods for verifying classified addresses must be approved
by the Office of Security.
(6) Office code letters, numbers, or phrases must be used in an attention line
for internal routing. A recipient’s name may be used in addition to office
code letters, numbers, or phrases.
(7) When classified matter must be sent to an individual or consultant
operating at a cleared facility other than his or her own, or when classified
matter must be sent to any approved facility at which only one cleared
employee is assigned, the outer container must specify the following:
TO BE OPENED BY ADDRESSEE ONLY.
Postmaster—Do Not Forward. If Undeliverable to Addressee, Return
to Sender.
(8) Mail addressed as indicated in paragraph 6.e.(7) above must be accepted
only by the addressee or by an agent the addressee has authorized in
writing to receive such mail. Only personnel who have an appropriate
access authorization may be designated as agents for the addressee.
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STATEMENT OF SECURITY ASSURANCE
In fulfillment of the requirements set forth by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), this statement of security
assurance is being submitted on the following facility.
1. ACTION: 2. HOST ENTITY NAME AND ADDRESS: 3. HOST ENTITY
Facility Code:
[ ] Visit Request Cage Code:
[ ] Classified Mail Channel Level & Category:
□ New □ Update MOU Date:
4. OGA CONTRACTOR FACILITY NAME AND PHYSICAL LOCATION:
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6. CLASSIFIED MAILING ADDRESS: (Contractors
must include cage code, facility clearance, and date granted)
5. UNCLASSIFIED MAILING ADDRESS:
8. CLASSIFIED OVERNIGHT ADDRESS: 7. CLASSIFIED SHIPPING ADDRESS:
1. ACCESS LEVELS: The above CLASSIFIED addresses are approved for this contractor facility to receive and store classified
information at all of the following levels, categories, and special markings that are checked:
Facility Clearance: Top Secret Level [ ] Restricted Data Category
[ ] CNWDI [ ]
Secret Level [ ] Formerly Restricted Data
Category [ ] Weapons Data [ ]
Confidential Level [ ] National Security Information Category
[ ] Sigmas
Storage Capability: Top Secret Level [ ] Restricted Data Category
[ ] CNWDI [ ]
Secret Level [ ] Formerly Restricted Data
Category [ ] Weapons Data [ ]
Confidential Level [ ] National Security Information Category
[ ] Sigmas
Material Classification Level:
2. CERTIFICATIONS
DOE classified matter in the possession of this office will be stored and protected in accordance with Executive Order 12958 as amended, and
its implementing directives *including the Atomic Energy Act of 1954, as amended.). Access to Restricted Data and Formerly Restricted Data
will only be granted to those individuals who have a need-to-know and have proper access in accordance with the Atomic Energy Act of 1954,
as amended. Such classified matter in the possession of this office will not be turned over to any contractor or subcontractor engaged by this
office unless approved by DOE.
IF AT ANY TIME THE ADDRESS (UNCLASSIFIED OR CLASSIFIED) LISTED ABOVE CHANGES, PLEASE NOTIFY THE DOE
OFFICE BY PROVIDING AN UPDATED STATEMENT OF SECURITY ASSURANCE.
ALL PARTS OF THIS STATEMENT MUST BE COMPLETED AND AGREED TO BY THE COGNIZANT SECURITY OFFICER. THE
UNDERSIGNED ATTESTS TO ALL OF THE ABOVE STATEMENTS.
Typed Name and Organization of Cognizant
Security Officer
Cognizant Security Officer Signature Date Phone
Typed Name and Title, Authorizing
Government Official
Authorizing Government Official Signature Date Phone
Figure II-8a. Statement of Security Assurance
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMPLETING THE STATEMENT OF SECURITY ASSURANCE
TO ESTABLISH CLASSIFIED MAIL CHANNELS FOR NON-DOE
OR NON-NNSA CONTRACTORS
Item 1: ACTION: Select the appropriate box showing the reason for completing the form.
Item 2: HOST ENTITY NAME AND ADDRESS: Provide the name and address of the user agency.
Item 3: HOST ENTITY:
FACILITY CODE: Provide the facility code assigned by DOE.
CAGE CODE: Enter the DOE cage code.
LEVEL AND CATEGORY: Enter the level and category of the facility.
MOU DATE: Provide the date of the MOU between DOD or other Government
agency ( OGA) and DOE.
Item 4: OGA CONTRACTOR FACILITY NAME AND PHYSICAL LOCATION: Show the contractor
name and the address that designates the facility’s actual location. Give the precise street address or
location to identify the facility; do not use a Post Office box number as a location.
Item 5: UNCLASSIFIED MAILING ADDRESS: Provide the facility’s unclassified mailing address for
routine correspondence.
Item 6: CLASSIFIED MAILING ADDRESS: Provide the facility’s current classified mailing address,
approved to receive classified matter through the U.S. Postal Service. Contractors must include cage
code and facility clearance and date granted.
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Item 7: CLASSIFIED SHIPPING ADDRESS: Provide the full U.S. Postal Service address for shipping
classified material (e.g., equipment, parts, and assemblies, including nuclear material). For commercial
carriers, enter DNA (does not apply) unless the carrier itself maintains an address at which to receive
classified material.
Item 8: CLASSIFIED OVERNIGHT ADDRESS: Enter the name of the approved overnight classified mail
delivery address or identify the common carrier service. Enter the address to be used for shipping
classified matter when using a commercial carrier.
Item 9: ACCESS LEVELS:
Facility Clearance: Identify the highest classification level and mark each
category of approval for classified information that can be accessed by the
facility’s employees.
Storage Capability: Identify the highest classification level and category of
classified matter approved to be stored at the facility.
Material Classification Level: Enter the highest classification level of material
(e.g., equipment, parts, assemblies).
Item 10: CERTIFICATIONS: Provide the signature; title; and telephone number, with area code, of the facility
cognizant security officer and the authorizing Government official.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMPLETING THE STATEMENT OF SECURITY ASSURANCE
TO ESTABLISH CLASSIFIED MAIL CHANNELS FOR NON-DOE
OR NON-NNSA CONTRACTORS
Item 1: ACTION: Select the appropriate box showing the reason for completing the form.
Item 2: HOST ENTITY NAME AND ADDRESS: Provide the name and address of the user agency.
Item 3: HOST ENTITY:
FACILITY CODE: Provide the facility code assigned by DOE.
CAGE CODE: Enter the DOE cage code.
LEVEL AND CATEGORY: Enter the level and category of the facility.
MOU DATE: Provide the date of the MOU between DOD or other Government
agency ( OGA) and DOE.
Item 4: OGA CONTRACTOR FACILITY NAME AND PHYSICAL LOCATION: Show the contractor
name and the address that designates the facility’s actual location. Give the precise street address or
location to identify the facility; do not use a Post Office box number as a location.
Item 5: UNCLASSIFIED MAILING ADDRESS: Provide the facility’s unclassified mailing address for
routine correspondence.
Item 6: CLASSIFIED MAILING ADDRESS: Provide the facility’s current classified mailing address,
approved to receive classified matter through the U.S. Postal Service. Contractors must include cage
code and facility clearance and date granted.
Item 7: CLASSIFIED SHIPPING ADDRESS: Provide the full U.S. Postal Service address for shipping
classified material (e.g., equipment, parts, and assemblies, including nuclear material). For commercial
carriers, enter DNA (does not apply) unless the carrier itself maintains an address at which to receive
classified material.
Item 8: CLASSIFIED OVERNIGHT ADDRESS: Enter the name of the approved overnight classified mail
delivery address or identify the common carrier service. Enter the address to be used for shipping
classified matter when using a commercial carrier.
Item 9: ACCESS LEVELS:
Facility Clearance: Identify the highest classification level and mark each
category of approval for classified information that can be accessed by the
facility’s employees.
Storage Capability: Identify the highest classification level and category of
classified matter approved to be stored at the facility.
Material Classification Level: Enter the highest classification level of material
(e.g., equipment, parts, assemblies).
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Item 10: CERTIFICATIONS: Provide the signature; title; and telephone number, with area code, of the facility
cognizant security officer and the authorizing Government official.
Figure II-8b. Statement of Security Assurances, Instructions
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f. Transmittal and Receipt within Facilities. Classified matter transmitted within a
facility must be prepared to ensure adequate security protection is applied at the
appropriate classification level and category for the classified matter involved and
the method of transmission. Double-wrapping is not required (except as noted);
however, in all cases, measures must be taken to protect against unauthorized
disclosure.
(1) The matter may be transmitted by the following:
(a) Personnel who have appropriate access authorization for the
classification level and category of classified information involved.
(b) Approved electronic means. When using this method, both the
transmitting and receiving systems must be approved for the
classification level and category of the information to be
transmitted. Facilities also must have an approved security plan
and procedures for transmitting the information by electronic
means.
(2) Although double-wrapping is not required for classified matter transmitted
within a facility, the transmittal method should dictate the most suitable
method of protection.
(a) If the classified matter is hand-delivered by the sender to the
intended recipient, the matter must be covered by some form of
protective covering to preclude unauthorized view.
(b) If the classified matter is transmitted by site delivery personnel, it
must be placed within a container to prevent exposure during
transfer.
g. Transmitting Top Secret Matter Outside of Facilities.
(1) Top Secret matter may be transmitted by the Defense Courier Service or
the Department of State Courier System.
(2) Top Secret matter may be transmitted over approved communications
networks. See DOE O 200.1, Information Management Program, dated
9-30-96, for secure communications requirements.
(3) Individuals may be authorized to hand-carry Top Secret matter in
accordance with paragraph 6.j.
h. Transmitting Secret Matter Outside of Facilities.
(1) Secret matter may be transmitted by any method approved for the
transmission of Top Secret matter.
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(2) Secret matter also may be transmitted through the following postal/mail
services.
(a) Secret matter may be transmitted through the U.S. Postal Service
Registered Mail within the 50 States, the District of Columbia, and
Puerto Rico. Transmission of COMSEC material or COMSEC
keying material via the U.S. Postal Service is not permitted (see
DOE M 200.1-1, Telecommunications Security Manual, for
approved methods of transmission). A return receipt is not
required for U.S. Postal Service Registered Mail.
(b) Secret matter may be transmitted by U.S. Registered Mail through
Army, Navy, or Air Force Postal Service facilities, provided
approval is obtained from the Office of Security and information
does not pass out of U.S. citizen control or through a foreign postal
system. This method may be used to transmit Secret matter to and
from U.S. Government or U.S. Government contractor employees
or members of the U.S. armed forces in a foreign country. A
return mail receipt is not required.
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(c) Secret matter may be transmitted to and between United States
Government and Canadian Government installations in the
50 States, the District of Columbia, and Canada using Canadian
registered mail with registered mail receipt.
(d) DOE and DOE contractors may receive Secret matter from OGAs
through U.S. Postal Service Express Mail. U.S. Postal Service
Express Mail is not permitted for the transmission of Secret matter
by DOE and DOE contractors.
(e) Secret matter may be transmitted by approved commercial express
service organizations in accordance with the provisions contained
in paragraph 6.k.
(f) Secret matter may be transmitted by approved common carrier
services with escorts who possess the appropriate access
authorization in accordance with paragraph 6.l. upon approval by
the cognizant security authority.
i. Transmitting Confidential Matter Outside of Facilities.
(1) Confidential matter may be transmitted by any method approved for the
transmission of Secret matter.
(2) Confidential matter may be transmitted by U.S. Postal Service Certified
Mail within the 50 States, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and U.S.
territories or possessions. Use of the U.S. Postal Service is not permitted
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for the transmission of COMSEC material or COMSEC keying material
(see DOE M 200.1-1, Telecommunications Security Manual, for approval
methods of transmission). A return mail receipt is not required; however,
if the parcel does not arrive at the appointed destination, action may be
taken to obtain a receipt. A return receipt may be requested before or after
delivery for all Certified Mail and Registered Mail. NOTE: OGAs may
use First Class Mail; but First Class Mail is not authorized for DOE.
(3) DOE and DOE contractors may receive Confidential matter from OGAs
through U.S. Postal Service Express Mail. The use of the U.S. Postal
Service Express Mail is not permitted for the transmission of Confidential
matter by DOE and DOE contractors.
j. Hand Carrying. The following requirements apply to hand-carrying classified
matter; however, the requirements identified in paragraph 6.l. also apply to
hand-carrying bulk documents.
(1) Local procedures must be developed to explain the process for obtaining
approval to hand-carry outside of a facility and for providing notification
when removing classified matter from the facility.
(a) Line management must designate in writing the individuals
authorized to approve employees to hand-carry or escort classified
matter.
(b) Line management must be able to identify the individuals
authorized to hand-carry.
(2) The cognizant security authority identified on DOE F 470.2, Facility Data
and Approval Record, or his/her designee must be notified whenever
classified matter is to be hand-carried outside of the facility to ensure that
appropriate protection measures are implemented. A record of the
classified matter must be made before departure. A copy of the record
must be carried by the employee. When he/she returns to the facility, an
inventory must be made of the matter for which the employee was
charged. The designated person/organization will approve employees to
hand-carry or escort classified matter outside a facility only after a
determination has been made that the following has occurred:
(a) an unusual situation warrants such action;
(b) the classified matter is not available at the destination;
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(c) the time constraints do not permit transmission by other authorized
methods;
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(d) the classified matter can be properly handled and protected during
transmission;
(e) the transmission can be completed successfully on the same day;
(f) the classified matter can be stored appropriately upon arrival; and
(g) contingency plans for delayed arrival (i.e., unscheduled overnight
delay outside the destination area) have been developed and
approved by the cognizant security authority.
(3) Only the classified matter absolutely essential for the purpose of the visit
or meeting may be hand-carried by the employee. Individuals who
hand-carry classified matter must have access authorizations
commensurate with the level of the information involved and be aware of
their responsibility to protect classified information.
(4) The removal of classified matter from approved facilities to private
residences or other unapproved places (e.g., hotel or motel rooms) is
prohibited. Therefore, travelers anticipating a destination arrival time
outside normal duty hours must make prior arrangements for storage of
classified matter through the host security office.
(a) All classified matter, when not in the possession of authorized
individuals, must be stored only in DOE-approved facilities or as
specified in approved contingency plans.
(b) Arrangements must be made in advance of departure for overnight
storage at an approved facility that has appropriate storage
capability.
(5) Contingency plans for delayed arrival must cover alternative protection
and storage procedures and reporting requirements and be approved by the
cognizant security authority. Sites are not required to develop specific
contingency plans each time a person hand-carries classified matter.
(6) Classified matter may be hand-carried outside the United States, provided
the following conditions are met.
(a) The traveler must possess appropriate access authorization and a
diplomatic passport. (Diplomatic passports can only be issued to
Federal personnel attached to a mission or embassy as a tenant or
performing a mission under the auspices of the Department of
State.)
(b) The traveler must obtain written authorization from the Office of
Security. The authorization to hand-carry classified matter outside
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the United States is strongly discouraged and must be limited to
situations with a strong justification for authorization. In all cases,
authority for hand-carrying classified matter outside the United
States must be provided by the Office of Security.
(c) Individuals authorized to hand-carry classified matter outside the
United States must possess a Nonprofessional Courier Letter
signed by the Director, Office of Security.
(7) Classified matter may be hand-carried aboard commercial passenger
aircraft by cleared employees with the approval of the cognizant security
authority. The DOE cognizant security authority must establish criteria
that must be met for acquiring each approval, and must also be able to
confirm the approval for each instance of hand-carry prior to the
traveler’s arrival at the airport. Further requirements for security
screening of classified matter at airports are established by the
Transportation Security Administration (TSA). Information regarding
these requirements may be requested from the DOE Office of Security.
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(8) A record of all hand-carried accountable classified matter must be
maintained both at the facility and with the individual transporting the
matter. Receipts must be prepared in accordance with paragraph 6.d. of
this Chapter. The record should contain the following information:
(a) subject or title (unclassified, if possible);
(b) date of the matter;
(c) date the matter was removed from the facility;
(d) signature of the person removing the matter; and
(e) date the matter was returned.
k. Commercial Express Service Organizations. The use of commercial express
delivery service for transmitting classified matter is restricted to emergency
situations when the information positively has to be at the receiving facilities on
the next working day. Commercial express service must not be used as a matter
of routine or convenience for transmitting classified matter.
(1) General. At a minimum, the sender must ensure that the following
conditions are met.
(a) The express service organization has been approved by the
cognizant security authority and the Office of Security.
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(b) The transmittal address, identified in SSIMS as the Overnight/
Classified Common Carrier Address, is used on all wrappers.
(c) The intended recipients are notified of the proposed shipments and
arrival dates.
(d) All packages are double wrapped before being inserted into the
packaging provided by the commercial express service
organization.
(e) The properly wrapped packages are hand-carried to the express
mail dispatch center or picked up from a control station in
sufficient time to allow for dispatch on the same day.
(f) Because express terminals, as a matter of policy, are not approved
for storage of classified matter, overnight service is not used on
Fridays or on the day preceding a holiday unless prior assurance
has been received from the intended recipients that someone will
be available to receive the shipments on arrival at the facilities.
(2) Federal Express and Similar Commercial Express Service Providers.
Federal Express is approved to provide shipments of classified matter and
overnight carrier service. Other commercial carriers (e.g., Ross Air) may
be used if they are approved by the cognizant security authority and are
listed in SSIMS. In addition to meeting the requirements listed in 6.k.(1),
the following requirements apply.
(a) In accordance with packaging requirements, Federal Express
packages must not be identified as classified shipments either by
telling Federal Express employees or by marking the outer
packages as classified.
(b) All standard address requirements must be met. Shipments must
be addressed only to overnight/classified common carrier
addresses identified in SSIMS. The address selected for the
overnight/classified common carrier address cannot be greater than
five lines, cannot be a post office box, and must be a street address.
Do not use terms such as “Document Custodian” in the address;
however, the custodian’s name may be used.
(c) Cognizant security authority adding overnight/classified common
carrier addresses to SSIMS must (according to SSIMS
requirements) indicate whether the address is for shipment by
Federal Express or other commercial carrier.
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(d) Before establishing an address in SSIMS, cognizant security
authorities should review internal local procedures to ensure that
packages are opened only by appropriately cleared personnel.
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(e) Federal Express business locations must not be granted DOE
facility clearances, and Federal Express employees must not be
processed for access authorizations. Facilities should include
specific details regarding the use of Federal Express in local
procedures.
(f) Federal Express drop boxes must not be used for classified
shipments.
(g) Federal Express offers overnight freight service for packages
weighing 150 to 750 lbs. Packages weighing more than 750 lbs.
require prior notice. Federal Express may be contacted for details.
(3) Problems. Problems with the delivery of classified matter via Federal
Express or other commercial express service delivery must be reported in
accordance with reporting of security incidents (see DOE M 470.4-1,
Safeguards and Security Planning and Program Management). Packages
not delivered in the specified timeframe are to be reported initially as an
Impact Measurement Index (IMI)-1.
l. Common Carrier Services. Common carrier services include all modes and
means of transport (e.g., air, rail, vehicular, and intercity messenger services),
excluding express service organizations. The following requirements apply to the
use of such commercial services, as well as bulk shipments of classified matter.
(1) General.
(a) Contents must be securely packaged and must meet applicable
regulations (including those of the Department of Transportation).
(b) Seals or other tamper-resistant devices must be placed in a manner
to show evidence of tampering. The type of seal to be used should
be determined by the cognizant security authority. Seals must
have serial numbers, which must be entered on bills of lading or
other shipping papers. Seal numbers must be verified by the
consignee upon arrival of a shipment.
1 Whenever practical, combination padlocks meeting Federal
Specification FF-P-110, Padlock, Changeable
Combination, must be used to secure closed cargo areas of
vehicles, vans, and railroad cars.
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2 Shipments of Secret or Confidential matter received at
common carrier terminals must be picked up by the
consignee during the same working day unless the carrier
provides continuous protective service to the address of the
consignee under locally approved procedures.
(2) Assurances and Notifications.
(a) The carrier must have a facility clearance and a favorable Foreign
Ownership, Control, or Influence determination (see
DOE M 470.4-1, Safeguards and Security Program Planning and
Management).
(b) Notification of shipments must be transmitted to the consignee
before departure with sufficient time to enable proper handling at
the destination. At a minimum, the notification must include the
nature of the shipment, means of shipment, number of seals,
anticipated time and date of arrival, and requested notification if
not received by a specified time.
(c) The consignee must advise the consignor of any shipment not
received within 24 hours after the estimated time of arrival
furnished by the consignor or trans-shipping activities personnel.
Upon receipt of such notice, the consignor must immediately begin
tracing the shipment.
(3) Protective Measures. Protective measures for Departmental security
shipments are as follows.
(a) Sufficient personnel with appropriate access authorization must be
tasked for a specific movement assignment to ensure continuous
protection of the matter being transported.
(b) At a minimum, the common carrier service must be required to
provide the following security services:
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1 surveillance by an authorized carrier employee with
appropriate access authorization when the classified matter
is outside the vehicle;
2 a tracking system that ensures prompt tracing of the
shipment while en route; and
3 an alarmed or guarded storage area with immediate
response by a carrier employee, commercial guard, or
police officer when storage is required.
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(c) When shipments are transported by rail, personnel escorting the
shipments must travel in an escort car accompanying the
shipments, keeping the shipment cars under observation. When
practical, and time permits, personnel escorting shipments must
check the cars, container locks, and/or tamper-indicating devices.
Escort personnel should act as liaisons with train crews, other
railroad personnel, special police, and law enforcement agencies,
as appropriate.
(d) When shipments are transported by motor vehicles, personnel
escorting the shipments must maintain continuous vigilance for
the presence of conditions or situations that might threaten the
security of the cargo and take appropriate action, as
circumstances require, to avoid interference with the continuous
safe passage of the vehicles. During stops or layovers, personnel
escorting shipments must check the tamper-indicating devices
and locks.
(e) The identity and authorization of persons who pick up classified
matter must be verified.
7. CONTRACT CLOSEOUT/FACILITY CLEARANCE TERMINATION.
a. General. Classified matter received or generated in the performance of a
classified contract must be returned to DOE on completion of the contract unless
the matter has been declassified or destroyed or retention is authorized.
DOE M 470.4-1, Safeguards and Security Program Planning and Management,
and this Section require that line management must implement the procedures
developed by the cognizant DOE line management in coordination with the
DOE cognizant security authority for contract closeout and facility termination.
b. Contract Completion. When a contract is completed, the contractor usually
destroys or returns all classified matter unless it provides a benefit to DOE for
the contractor to retain the classified matter. Upon completion or termination of
a contract, the contractor must submit to the contracting officer either a
certificate of non-possession or a certificate of possession (of classified matter).
The contracting officer must then transmit the certificate to the DOE cognizant
security authority.
(1) Certificates of Non-Possession. Upon return or destruction of all
classified matter pertaining to a contract, the contractor must submit a
certificate of non-possession to the cognizant security authority. The
certificate must include the contract number and a statement that all
classified matter has been returned or destroyed (see Figure II-9).
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(2) Certificates of Possession.
(a) Requests to retain classified matter must indicate the benefit to
DOE and the intended use of the information. Certificates must
specifically identify classified matter by subject, type or form, and
quantity (see Figure II-10).
(b) If the classified matter will aid the contractor in performing
another active Government contract and the matter is being
transferred to the active contract, the contractor must provide the
DOE cognizant security authority or the OGA holding the contract
a copy of the retention notification. If the contractor is not notified
to the contrary, the matter may be transferred and will fall under
the jurisdiction of the gaining (i.e., active) contract.
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(c) When a certificate of possession is submitted, the contractor may
maintain the classified matter for 24 months unless notified to the
contrary by the DOE cognizant security authority or OGA.
c. Termination of Facility Clearance. Notwithstanding the provisions for retention
outlined above, if a facility clearance is terminated for any reason, classified
matter in the facility’s possession must be returned to DOE or disposed of in
accordance with instructions from the cognizant security authority. A certificate
of non-possession must be completed as part of the clearance termination process.
For prime contracts, DOE is the cognizant security authority. To accomplish the
termination requirements, the cognizant security authority must ensure the
following steps are accomplished.
(1) determine whether a moratorium or ongoing litigation restricts actions;
(2) acquire all classified matter not authorized for destruction.
(3) conduct a 100 percent inventory of all accountable matter; taking
appropriate action if any matter is missing;
(4) check to ensure that all matter has been returned, if applicable.
(5) destroy all copies, except record copies, of all classified documents.
(6) send all remaining classified matter to the site specified by the responsible
contracting officer and cognizant security authority.
Once the matter is destroyed or transferred, the cognizant security authority must
complete the facility termination procedures (see DOE M 470.4-1, Safeguards
and Security Program Planning and Management).
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CERTIFICATE OF NONPOSSESSION OF CLASSIFIED MATTER
This letter/memorandum is to certify that to the best of (insert your company name)’s
knowledge, we have destroyed properly or returned to authorized representatives of the
Department of Energy (DOE) all classified matter used in connection with work performed
for DOE under contract (insert contract, subcontract, or other agreement number/name).
Signature: Date:
Title:
Company:
Figure II-9. Example Certificate of Nonpossession of Classified Matter
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Figure II-10. Example Certificate of Possession of Classified Matter
CERTIFICATE OF POSSESSION OF CLASSIFIED MATTER
This letter/memorandum is to certify that to the best of (insert your company name)’s
knowledge, with the exception of the items listed below, we have disposed of properly or
returned to authorized representatives of the Department of Energy (DOE) all classified
matter used in connection with work performed for DOE under contract (insert contract,
subcontract, or other agreement number/name).
List of matter being retained: [Identify documents and material retained by type, date,
classification, level, category (if RD or FRD), unique document numbers (if required),
number of copies, length of retention, and any other pertinent data].
(Insert company name) understands and agrees to the following.
1. The listed documents will retain their present classification until downgraded or
declassified by DOE and will be safeguarded in accordance with DOE security
requirements.
2. Unauthorized disclosure of classified information is subject to criminal penalties, as
provided for by the Atomic Energy Act of 1954; the Espionage Act; and other security
directives.
3. Any unaccounted-for classified matter or potential compromise of the matter listed shall
be reported immediately in accordance with DOE security requirements.
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Signature: Date:
Title:
Company:
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8. DESTRUCTION.
a. Procedures must be established for the ongoing review of classified holdings to
reduce volume to the minimum necessary. Multiple copies, obsolete matter, and
classified waste must be destroyed as soon as practical. Classified matter must be
destroyed in accordance with records disposition schedules, including the NARA
GRSs, and DOE records schedule.
b. If under a court order prohibiting destruction, special destruction procedures may
be required. Under such circumstances, all destruction activities must be
conducted in accordance with guidance provided by the DOE Office of General
Counsel and appropriate records management organization.
c. Classified matter must be destroyed beyond recognition to preclude
reconstruction. Destruction can be accomplished by burning, shredding, pulping,
melting, mutilating, pulverizing, or by chemical decomposition. The following
additional requirements must be satisfied when classified matter is destroyed.
(1) The DOE cognizant security authority must approve the use of public
destruction facilities or any other alternative procedures (e.g., burying or
disassembly).
(2) If classified matter cannot be destroyed onsite, it must be destroyed at a
public destruction facility by a cleared individual on the same day it is
removed from the site. A record of dispatch is not required unless custody
of the matter is released to another cleared contractor or OGA.
(3) Ash residue produced by burning must be examined and reduced by
physical disturbance to ensure that the matter is completely destroyed and
no unburned matter remains.
(4) Classified microforms must be destroyed by burning, chemical
decomposition, disintegration, or other methods approved by the cognizant
security authority.
(5) Classified automated information systems media must be destroyed by
pulverizing, smelting, incinerating, disintegrating, or other appropriate
methods.
(6) For printing operations the “regaining” of reproduction plates is not an
authorized method of destruction. Impressions of classified information
must be destroyed at the end of the run by cleaning the rollers and other
parts of the presses to remove the classified information.
(7) Some destruction methods may pose environmental hazards creating
environmental concerns. In addition to obtaining DOE cognizant security
authority approval to destroy classified matter by such methods, site
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personnel must determine whether approval is also required by Federal
and State environmental protection agencies.
(8) For burial of classified matter, the primary concern is the likelihood of
retrieval. When contemplating burial as a destruction option, the
cognizant security authority must consider the following:
(a) if possible, reserve burial for non-paper matter only;
(b) the location within the burial grounds for classified matter;
(c) access controls;
(d) the difficulty of retrieval through some type of “