Increased Nuclear Safety: Permanent Inspections for Decommissioning and Fuel Transfer
This act aims to enhance safety at nuclear power plants that have ceased operations. It mandates the assignment of a resident inspector to oversee decommissioning activities and the transfer of spent nuclear fuel. This ensures greater public safety by providing continuous oversight of these complex and potentially risky operations.
Key points
Mandates resident inspectors at commercial nuclear power plants that have permanently ceased operation.
Inspectors will oversee decommissioning activities and the transfer of spent nuclear fuel.
Oversight continues until all spent nuclear fuel is moved from pools to dry storage, enhancing public safety.
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