Decommissioning of Small Medical, Industrial and Research Facilities
Decommissioning of Small Medical, Industrial and Research Facilities

Author: International Atomic Energy Agency

Publisher:

Published: 2011

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9789201166104

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"Decommissioning activities for zero-power reactors, radio-diagnostic and radiotherapy hospital departments and laboratories and factories using radioactive material may be erroneously perceived as trivial and of low priority. This publication provides practical information, experience and assistance aimed at a broad spectrum of practitioners who are faced with decommissioning of such small nuclear facilities. Particular consideration is given to the financial and scientific resources, and early planning, which are all factors essential to efficient and effective decommissioning. It is written as a simplified, stepwise approach for guidance to nuclear operators who may have little or no experience in decommissioning. An accompanying CD contains practical information in two Annexes, including descriptions of decommissioning projects problems encountered, solutions and analyses, and lessons learned"--Provided by publisher.

Decommissioning of Small Medical, Industrial and Research Facilities
Decommissioning of Small Medical, Industrial and Research Facilities

Author: International Atomic Energy Agency

Publisher: IAEA

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 212

ISBN-13:

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This report proves information, experience and assistance on the decommissioning of small medical, industrial and research nuclear facilities in which radioactive material and radiation sources are produced, received, used and/or stored. It is intended to promote timely and cost effective decommissioning and waste management at the end of the life of a small facility so as to render such a facility harmless.

Decommissioning of Nuclear Facilities
Decommissioning of Nuclear Facilities

Author: OECD Nuclear Energy Agency

Publisher: Nuclear Energy Agency, Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development ; Washington, D.C. : OECD Publications and Information Centre

Published: 1991

Total Pages: 142

ISBN-13:

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Design Lessons Drawn from the Decommissioning of Nuclear Facilities
Design Lessons Drawn from the Decommissioning of Nuclear Facilities

Author: International Atomic Energy Agency

Publisher:

Published: 2011

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9789201132109

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At a time when many older facilities are being decommissioned and many more are undergoing major retrofits to extend their lives, there is a wealth of information emerging to guide the design of new facilities. In this publication, the most important lessons learned in recent years are examined.

Nuclear Decommissioning
Nuclear Decommissioning

Author: Michele Laraia

Publisher: Elsevier

Published: 2012-02-21

Total Pages: 857

ISBN-13: 0857095331

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Once a nuclear installation has reached the end of its safe and economical operational lifetime, the need for its decommissioning arises. Different strategies can be employed for nuclear decommissioning, based on the evaluation of particular hazards and their attendant risks, as well as on the analysis of costs of clean-up and waste management. This allows for decommissioning either soon after permanent shutdown, or perhaps a long time later, the latter course allowing for radioactivity levels to drop in any activated or contaminated components. It is crucial for clear processes and best practices to be applied in decommissioning such installations and sites, particular where any significant health and environmental risks exist.This book critically reviews the nuclear decommissioning processes and technologies applicable to nuclear power plants and other civilian nuclear facilities. Part one focuses on the fundamental planning issues in starting a nuclear decommissioning process, from principles and safety regulations, to financing and project management. Part two covers the execution phase of nuclear decommissioning projects, detailing processes and technologies such as dismantling, decontamination, and radioactive waste management, as well as environmental remediation, site clearance and reuse. Finally, part three details international experience in the decommissioning of nuclear applications, including the main nuclear reactor types and nuclear fuel cycle facilities, as well as small nuclear facilities and legacy nuclear waste sites. - Critically reviews nuclear decommissioning processes and technologies applicable to nuclear power plants and other civilian nuclear facilities - Discusses the fundamental planning issues in starting a nuclear decommissioning process - Considers the execution phase of nuclear decommissioning projects, including dismantling, decontamination, and radioactive waste management, as well as environmental remediation, site clearance and reuse

International Structure for Decommissioning Costing (ISDC) of Nuclear Installations
International Structure for Decommissioning Costing (ISDC) of Nuclear Installations

Author: Organisation de coopération et de développement économiques

Publisher:

Published: 2012

Total Pages: 195

ISBN-13: 9789264991736

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Cost estimation for the decommissioning of nuclear facilities can vary considerably in format, content and practice both within and across countries. These differences may have legitimate reasons but make the process of reviewing estimates complicated and the estimates themselves difficult to defend. Hence, the joint initiative of the OECD Nuclear Energy Agency (NEA), the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and the European Commission (EC) was undertaken to propose a standard itemisation of decommissioning costs either directly for the production of cost estimates or for mapping estimates onto a standard, common structure for purposes of comparison. This report updates the earlier itemisation published in 1999 and takes into account experience accumulated thus far. The revised cost itemisation structure has sought to ensure that all costs within the planned scope of a decommissioning project may be reflected. The report also provides general guidance on developing a decommissioning cost estimate, including detailed advice on using the structure.

Decommissioning Techniques for Research Reactors
Decommissioning Techniques for Research Reactors

Author: International Atomic Energy Agency

Publisher:

Published: 1994

Total Pages: 124

ISBN-13:

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This is the first report published by the IAEA which provides guidance on the preparation and implementation of the decommissioning of different types of research reactor. Different construction and operational features of research reactors have a major impact on the decommissioning techniques required. This report offers information on the conclusions drawn from a number of completed projects and identifies their similarities and differences. It is complemented by a computerized research reactor databank. Staff requirements, decommissioning costs waste activity are presented graphically according to reactor thermal power and integrated energy.

Nuclear Energy Basic Principles
Nuclear Energy Basic Principles

Author: International Atomic Energy Agency

Publisher:

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9789201126085

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Describes the rationale and vision for the peaceful use of nuclear energy. The publication identifies the basic principles that nuclear energy systems must satisfy to fulfil their promise of meeting growing global energy demands.

An Introduction to Nuclear Waste Immobilisation
An Introduction to Nuclear Waste Immobilisation

Author: Michael I. Ojovan

Publisher: Elsevier

Published: 2010-07-07

Total Pages: 334

ISBN-13: 0080455719

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Safety and environmental impact is of uppermost concern when dealing with the movement and storage of nuclear waste. The 20 chapters in 'An Introduction to Nuclear Waste Immobilisation' cover all important aspects of immobilisation, from nuclear decay, to regulations, to new technologies and methods. Significant focus is given to the analysis of the various matrices used in transport: cement, bitumen and glass, with the greatest attention being given to glass. The last chapter concentrates on the performance assessment of each matrix, and on new developments of ceramics and glass composite materials, thermochemical methods and in-situ metal matrix immobilisation. The book thoroughly covers all issues surrounding nuclear waste: from where to locate nuclear waste in the environment, through nuclear waste generation and sources, treatment schemes and technologies, immobilisation technologies and waste forms, disposal and long term behaviour. Particular attention is paid to internationally approved and worldwide-applied approaches and technologies.* Each chapter focuses on a different matrix used in nuclear waste immobilisation: Cement, bitumen, glass and new materials.* Keeps the most important issues surrounding nuclear waste – such as treatment schemes and technologies, and disposal - at the forefront.

Low-level Radioactive Waste Repositories
Low-level Radioactive Waste Repositories

Author: OECD Nuclear Energy Agency

Publisher: OECD Publishing

Published: 1999

Total Pages: 188

ISBN-13:

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This report sets out the costs of operating disposal sites for LLW in OECD countries, as well as the factors that may affect the costs of sites being developed.