What are the responsibilities of the certifying official?

The certifying official's primary responsibility includes allowing personal contact with all command personnel involved in the Personnel Reliability Program (PRP). This role is critical as it ensures that individuals who hold sensitive positions maintain their reliability and that their interactions are appropriately monitored. By facilitating personal contact, the certifying official can confirm that the personnel meet the standards required for reliability and are fit for their duties. This personal oversight helps maintain the integrity of the program, ensuring that all personnel are vetted and can be trusted in their obligations.

In contrast, conducting training sessions, implementing security protocols, and reporting incidents, while important functions, do not fall under the specific purview of the certifying official, who primarily oversees personnel reliability and access issues in the context of safety and security within the command.