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The Operations and Maintenance Program (O&M) is the accomplishment of day-to-day functions that keep the Bureau's facilities useful to the maximum extent possible for the benefit of the Indian community. Safety is a primary consideration, and a major objective of the O&M program is to keep facilities, including equipment, in safe operating condition. O&M duties are typically performed by BIA facilities staff, however, for P.L. 93-638 contracts and grants, O&M is performed by contract or grant staff. BIA facilities staff needs to oversee and cooperate with contracts and grants O&M staff to ensure safe facilities.
