The Operating Organization and the Recruitment, Training and Qualification of Personnel for Research Reactors

The Operating Organization and the Recruitment, Training and Qualification of Personnel for Research Reactors
Author: IAEA
Publisher: International Atomic Energy Agency
Total Pages: 106
Release: 2023-05-22
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9201026234

This Safety Guide provides recommendations on the operating organization and on personnel for research reactors to meet the relevant requirements of IAEA Safety Standards Series No. SSR-3, Safety of Research Reactors. It covers the typical operating organization for research reactor facilities; the recruitment process and qualification in terms of education, training and experience; programmes for initial and continuing training; the authorization process for those individuals having an immediate bearing on safety; and the processes for their requalification and reauthorization. This Safety Guide is a revision of IAEA Safety Standards Series No. NS-G-4.5, which it supersedes

The Operating Organization and the Recruitment, Training and Qualification of Personnel for Research Reactors Safety Guide

The Operating Organization and the Recruitment, Training and Qualification of Personnel for Research Reactors Safety Guide
Author: IAEA (Corporate Author)
Publisher:
Total Pages: 99
Release: 2008
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ISBN:

This Safety Guide provides recommendations on meeting the requirements on the operating organization and on personnel for research reactors. It covers the typical operating organization for research reactor facilities; the recruitment process and qualification in terms of education, training and experience; programmes for initial and continuing training; the authorization process for those individuals having an immediate bearing on safety; and the processes for their requalification and reauthorization. Contents: 1. Introduction; 2. The operating organization; 3. Recruitment and selection of op.

The Operating Organization and the Recruitment, Training and Qualification of Personnel for Research Reactors

The Operating Organization and the Recruitment, Training and Qualification of Personnel for Research Reactors
Author:
Publisher:
Total Pages: 112
Release: 2008
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN:

Provides recommendations on meeting the requirements on the operating organisation and on personnel for research reactors. The publication covers the typical operating organisation for research reactor facilities; the recruitment process; the authorization process; and the processes for requalification and reauthorization.

Ageing Management for Research Reactors

Ageing Management for Research Reactors
Author: IAEA
Publisher: International Atomic Energy Agency
Total Pages: 70
Release: 2023-08-14
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9201032234

This Safety Guide provides practical guidance and recommendations on ageing management for research reactors, to meet the relevant requirements of IAEA Safety Standards Series No. SSR-3, Safety of Research Reactors. It is intended for use by operating organizations in establishing, implementing and improving ageing management programmes for research reactors, and by regulatory bodies in verifying that ageing of research reactors is being effectively managed. The Safety Guide focuses on managing the physical ageing of systems, structures and components important to safety, and also provides guidance on safety aspects of managing obsolescence. This Safety Guide is a revision of IAEA Safety Standards Series No. SSG-10, which it supersedes.

Maintenance, Periodic Testing and Inspection of Research Reactors

Maintenance, Periodic Testing and Inspection of Research Reactors
Author: IAEA
Publisher: International Atomic Energy Agency
Total Pages: 79
Release: 2023-04-27
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9201508220

This Safety Guide provides specific recommendations on the maintenance, periodic testing and inspection of research reactors to meet the relevant requirements of IAEA Safety Standards Series No. SSR-3, Safety of Research Reactors. It provides guidance on design considerations and recommends good practices in implementing the programme and establishing the organization and responsibilities for maintenance, periodic testing and inspection as well as for the selection, training and qualification of personnel. Procedures, administrative controls and maintenance facilities are also covered as well as procurement and storage of spare parts and components, and testing and inspection methods and techniques used for maintenance, periodic testing and inspection. The recommendations provided in this Safety Guide are aimed at operating organizations of research reactors, regulatory bodies and other organizations involved in a research reactor project. This Safety Guide is a revision of IAEA Safety Standards Series No. NS-G-4.2, which it supersedes.

Operational Limits and Conditions and Operating Procedures for Research Reactors

Operational Limits and Conditions and Operating Procedures for Research Reactors
Author: IAEA
Publisher: International Atomic Energy Agency
Total Pages: 82
Release: 2023-04-28
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9201004230

This Safety Guide is a revision of IAEA Safety Standards Series No. NS-G-4.4, which it supersedes. The revised version provides specific recommendations on developing, formulating and presenting the operational limits and conditions as well as the operating procedures for research reactors, to meet the relevant requirements of IAEA Safety Standards Series No. SSR-3, Safety of Research Reactors. The recommendations in this publication are intended for use by operating organizations of research reactors, regulatory bodies and other relevant organizations involved in a research reactor project.

Periodic Safety Review for Research Reactors

Periodic Safety Review for Research Reactors
Author: IAEA
Publisher: International Atomic Energy Agency
Total Pages: 128
Release: 2020-12-03
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 920105422X

This publication provides information and guidance on the establishment of a process for periodic safety review for research reactors, including preparation, conduct of the review and reporting of results. In addition, it covers the regulatory assessment of these results. The publication also provides information on the experience of Member States in establishing and implementing periodic safety reviews of research reactors, including implementation of reasonable and practical improvements based on these reviews.

Specific Considerations in the Assessment of the Status of the National Nuclear Infrastructure for a New Research Reactor Programme

Specific Considerations in the Assessment of the Status of the National Nuclear Infrastructure for a New Research Reactor Programme
Author: IAEA
Publisher: International Atomic Energy Agency
Total Pages: 94
Release: 2021-06-17
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9201127200

The assessment approach described in this publication provides a comprehensive means to determine the status of the infrastructure conditions relevant to all issues detailed in IAEA Nuclear Energy Series No. NP-T-5.1, Specific Considerations and Milestones for a Research Reactor Project. This approach can be used by any interested Member State for self-assessment to identify weaknesses and to determine the additional work needed to develop its national nuclear infrastructure for research reactor programme to an appropriate level. Member States planning to embark on both a research reactor programme and a nuclear power programme, may refer to this publication to ensure that the approach and methodology for the implementation of both programmes is harmonized, efficient and effective.

Safety in the Utilization and Modification of Research Reactors

Safety in the Utilization and Modification of Research Reactors
Author: IAEA
Publisher: International Atomic Energy Agency
Total Pages: 92
Release: 2022-09-01
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9201421214

This Safety Guide is a revision of IAEA Safety Standards Series No. SSG-24, which it supersedes. The current publication provides recommendations on how to meet the applicable safety requirements relating to the utilization and modification of research reactors. The recommendations focus on the categorization, safety assessment and approval of research reactor experiments and modification projects. The publication also incorporates the relevant lessons learned from the accident at the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant and elaborates on interfaces between nuclear safety and nuclear security. Specific safety considerations in different phases of utilization and modification projects are covered, including pre­implementation, implementation, and post implementation phases. Guidance is given on operational safety of experiments, including the handling, dismantling, post-irradiation examination and disposal of experimental devices. The publication is intended to be of use to individuals within the operating organizations of research reactors, regulatory bodies, as well as the experimenters, technical support organizations and other persons involved in utilization and modification projects.

Commissioning of Research Reactors

Commissioning of Research Reactors
Author: IAEA
Publisher: International Atomic Energy Agency
Total Pages: 80
Release: 2023-04-19
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9201454228

This Safety Guide provides specific recommendations on establishing a programme and organization for commissioning of research reactors to meet the relevant requirements of IAEA Safety Standards Series No. SSR-3, Safety of Research Reactors. It covers the commissioning stages, procedures, reports and documentation and provides guidance for commissioning of new experimental devices and modifications. The recommendations in this publication are intended for use by operating organizations of research reactors, regulatory bodies and other relevant organizations involved in a research reactor project. This Safety Guide is a revision of IAEA Safety Standards Series No. NS-G-4.1, which it supersedes.