Which of the following actions constitutes willful misconduct?

Willful misconduct involves intentional actions that disregard established rules or regulations, which can lead to negative consequences for safety or compliance. The choice that best represents willful misconduct is the one that describes a deliberate violation of NRC requirements or actions that knowingly put the company at risk of violating those regulations. This indicates an awareness of the rules, coupled with a conscious decision to disregard them.

In contrast, adhering to safety protocols denotes responsible behavior and care for safety, which does not constitute misconduct. Accidentally causing a violation suggests an unintentional act without malice or disregard, and therefore does not fit the definition of willful misconduct. Looking the other way during a safety inspection, while it does reflect negligence, may not align as clearly with the intentional violation inherent in willful misconduct as the correct choice does.