Status of power-rector projects undergoing licensing review

Journal Article · · Nucl. Saf.; (United States)

OSTI ID:6070608

Muhlheim, M D; Silver, E G ^[1]

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The Energy Reorganization Act of 1974 gives the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) authority over the licensing of atomic energy facilities under conditions that will protect the health and safety of the public from excessive exposure to radiation hazards. As an aid in fulfilling this responsibility, NRC has developed regulations that are contained in Title 10 of the Code of Federal Regulations. Under the Act and regulations, NRC must make certain safety findings before either a construction permit or an operating license for a facility can be issued. These findings are based on extensive technical analyses and environmental assessments that are carefully reviewed by the NRC staff. The safety evaluation of a nuclear power reactor is also reviewed by the Advisory Committee on Reactor Safeguards (ACRS). In addition, a public hearing is required at the construction-permit stage and will be held at the operating-license stage if it is requested by any person whose interest may be affected.

• OSTI ID: 6070608
• Journal Information: Nucl. Saf.; (United States), Journal Name: Nucl. Saf.; (United States) Vol. 25:5; ISSN NUSAA
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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