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Fault tree analysis for vital area identification

Conference ·
OSTI ID:7044520

The use of fault tree analysis techniques to systematically identify (1) the sabotage events which can lead to release of significant quantities of radioactive materials, (2) the areas of the nuclear power plant in which the sabotage events can be accomplished, and (3) the areas of the plant which must be protected to assure that release does not occur are discussed.

Research Organization:
Sandia Labs., Albuquerque, N.Mex. (USA)
DOE Contract Number:
EY-76-C-04-0789
OSTI ID:
7044520
Report Number(s):
SAND-78-0364C; CONF-780606-1
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English