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Process Description for the Retrieval of Earth Covered Transuranic (TRU) Waste Containers at the Hanford Site

Technical Report ·
DOI:https://doi.org/10.2172/801124· OSTI ID:801124
This document describes process and operational options for retrieval of the contact-handled suspect transuranic waste drums currently stored below grade in earth-covered trenches at the Hanford Site. Retrieval processes and options discussed include excavation, container retrieval, venting, non-destructive assay, criticality avoidance, incidental waste handling, site preparation, equipment, and shipping.
Research Organization:
FDH (US)
Sponsoring Organization:
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT (US)
DOE Contract Number:
AC06-96RL13200
OSTI ID:
801124
Report Number(s):
HNF-5597, Rev.0
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English