Tritium management and removal at Ontario Hydro's nuclear generating stations

Journal Article · Thu Sep 01 00:00:00 EDT 1988 · Fusion Technol.; (United States)

OSTI ID:6033673

Guglielmi, F

Tritium of the heavy water systems of Ontario Hydro's Nuclear Generating Stations presents a radiological hazard both to station personnel and to the environment. Careful design of equipment, containment and the use of personal protective equipment reduces but does not remove the hazard. To deal more effectively with the problem, Ontario Hydro plants to remove the tritium in a new facility currently under construction. Accordingly, the management of tritium, by the selective use of the tritium removal facility, will play an important role in reducing the tritium hazards at the stations. This paper describes the models and management techniques used.

• Research Organization: Ontario Hydro, Toronto, Ontario (CA)
• OSTI ID: 6033673
• Journal Information: Fusion Technol.; (United States), Journal Name: Fusion Technol.; (United States) Vol. 14:2; ISSN FUSTE
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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