Licensing process for the construction, commissioning and operation of nuclear power plants / International Atomic Energy Agency.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

International Atomic Energy Agency, author.

Series:

Safety Reports Series

Safety Reports Series ; v.119

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Nuclear power plants.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (117 pages)

Edition:

First edition.

Place of Publication:

Vienna, Austria : International Atomic Energy Agency, [2023]

Summary:

This publication by the International Atomic Energy Agency provides a comprehensive guide on the licensing process for the construction, commissioning, and operation of nuclear power plants. It is specifically designed for Member States embarking on nuclear power programs, emphasizing the importance of establishing a robust legal, governmental, and regulatory framework. The book details various stages of the licensing process, including siting, construction, operation, and release from regulatory control, offering supplementary guidance to existing IAEA safety standards. It aims to assist regulatory bodies and policymakers in ensuring safety and compliance with international obligations. The intended audience includes governmental bodies, regulatory agencies, and nuclear industry professionals. Generated by AI.

Contents:

1. INTRODUCTION

1.1. Background

1.2. Objective

1.3. Scope

1.4. Structure

1.5. Terminology

2. OVERVIEW OF THE LICENSING PROCESS

2.1. Basic attributes and main features

2.2. Relevant IAEA safety standards

2.3. National legal and regulatory framework

2.4. Primary responsibilities of the government and regulatory body

2.5. Primary responsibilities of the applicant/licensee

3. STRUCTURE OF THE LICENSING PROCESS

3.1. General considerations related to the licensing process

3.1.1. Granting a licence

3.1.2. Content of a licence

3.1.3. Licence conditions

3.1.4. Regulatory hold points and witness points

3.2. Relevant regulations and guides to be developed by the regulatory body

3.3. Alternative regulatory processes

4. BASELINE ASSUMPTIONS FOR CONSTRUCTION LICENCE APPLICATION

4.1. Characteristics of the applicant/licensee

4.2. Choice of design by the applicant/licensee

4.3. Local arrangements

4.4. Development of design information

4.5. Long lead items

5. REGULATORY PROCESS FOR LICENSING STEPS OF CONSTRUCTION, COMMISSIONING AND OPERATION

5.1. Construction

5.1.1. Documents and information to be submitted by the applicant/licensee for authorization of construction

5.1.2. Review and assessment and inspection for authorization of construction by the regulatory body Generated by AI.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references.

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ISBN:

92-0-117723-2

OCLC:

1415892855