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The suitable design and quality of systems, structures, and components important to safety is vital for the construction and operation of nuclear power plants. The IAEA has developed this publication…
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This TECDOC serves to provide useful information to regulatory bodies to help to ensure efficient and effective regulation for operation of the first NPP by taking into account international safety…
The brachytherapy process requires consistent reference dosimetry that is traceable to metrological primary standards and common procedures to be followed for reference dosimetry globally. The Code of Practice is addressed…
An introduction to the design and construction of different containment barriers for low-level radioactive waste generated from remediation activities: basal (bottom) liners, final covers, in situ vertical barriers and in…
This publication describes the work undertaken by the Working Group 3 'Application of
models for assessing radiological impacts arising from NORM and radioactively contaminated legacy sites to support the management…
Written to assist individuals in academia and industry and in relevant regulatory and policy roles, this publication provides a summary of the current knowledge on the status of research, technological…
One of five publications in the TECDOC Series addressing specific reactor lines, this text provides descriptions by contributing institutions of their utilized uncertainty and sensitivity methods for severe accidents analysis…
Reviews the status of development, qualification and licensing of some advanced fuel technologies for WCRs and considers the applicability of the current IAEA Safety Requirements and Guides in addressing the…
The objective of this publication is to provide senior managers and leaders of the nuclear industry with information that supports their efforts to improve safety and to sustain operational excellence…
It is only through the effective, safe and secure implementation of radioactive waste management solutions that Member States can continue to benefit from nuclear technologies and energy production. The papers…
In response to an increase in global activities related to non-water-cooled reactors and small modular reactors, this Safety Report documenting areas of novelty of these technologies when compared to the…
Provides guidance for States on planning, implementing and evaluating nuclear security detection systems and measures at State borders. Special consideration is given to designated points of entry and exit and…
Provides recommendations for meeting the requirements of GSR Part 4 (Rev. 1) in the development and application of Level 1 Probabilistic Safety Assessments (PSAs) for nuclear power plants (NPPs).
The result of a collaborative effort between the IAEA, OECD Nuclear Energy Agency and European Commission to develop a standard taxonomy for nuclear facility decommissioning and thereby facilitate the sharing…
A result of the CRP F32008 "Global Monitoring of Nitrogen Isotopes in Atmospheric Waters" implemented by the IAEA's Isotope Hydrology Section in 2018-2023, this explores the determination of the spatio-temporal…
An overview of the current state of methods for the photonuclear production of isotopes with a particular focus on those medical radioisotopes that could be produced in sufficient quantities for…
There is growing societal awareness for the importance of regulatory systems for nuclear facilities and activities to have visible oversight of safety and security interfaces. This publication compiles IAEA requirements…
This TECDOC aims at illustrating the status in addressing safety and technological challenges encountered in the development, qualification and licensing of HBU nuclear fuels for Water Cooled Reactors (WCRs), summarizing…
The IAEA supports its Member States in increasing their use of research reactors. These reactors can be used for scientific research and training and for provision of commercial products, such…
Neutron activation analysis (NAA) is the technique most widely used in research reactors worldwide. Six decades of experience in NAA has resulted in commonly applied analytical protocols, with measurements at…
This Safety Guide provides recommendations on the safe disposal of disused sealed radioactive sources in borehole disposal facilities. Sealed radioactive sources are used all over the world for a wide…
From 2007 to 2012, the IAEA ran a regional project on the 'Use of Nuclear Techniques to Address the Management Problems of Coastal Zones in the Caribbean Region', RLA/7/012. The…
Focuses on decision making in the planning of nuclear and radiological decontamination projects and provides guidance on the selection of the most appropriate approach. Includes consideration of relevant factors and…
Explores the use of existing and new post-irradiation examination (PIE) techniques for the study of next-generation fuel types. Provides an overall understanding of what important performance parameters are typically studied…
This Safety Guide provides recommendations for ensuring radiation protection in the design of new nuclear power plants, design modifications to operating plants, and checking the adequacy of the radiation protection…
Ionization Chamber Smoke Detectors (ICSDs) contain relatively small amounts of radioactive material and pose little hazard on an individual basis, even when disposed of in municipal landfills. However, many Member…
Since its establishment in September 2003, the International Expert Group on Nuclear Liability (INLEX) has played an important role in raising awareness and understanding of the nuclear liability instruments adopted…
In this publication, the basic principles of radiation physics, imaging and non-imaging instrumentation used, measurement of the administered activity, calibration procedures and methods for obtaining quantitative information on the biodistribution…
The objective of this Safety Report is to provide information on the implementation of IAEA Safety Standards Series SSG-48, to support the ageing management and preparation for the safe, long-term…
Provides a summary of the International Conference on Effective Nuclear and Radiation Safety Regulatory Systems, including the opening and closing remarks, and summaries of all technical sessions and panels and…
This publication describes the updated version of the method for the assessment of comprehensiveness of defence in depth and demonstrates the overall improvement in assessment results when using it.
This publication developed by the International Nuclear Safety Advisory Group (INSAG) supplements its advice provided in INSAG-10 underscoring application of the principle of defence in depth in nuclear safety for…
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Includes the co-presidents' summary of the ICONS 2020 conference, the full text of the ministerial declaration, statements from the opening and closing sessions, and an outline of the conference programme.
In recent years, significant experience of the effects of high wind and flooding on nuclear installations has been gained worldwide. This publication details the methodologies and provides case studies for…
Provides the operating experience feedback from the events reported to the IAEA's incident reporting system for research reactors (IRSRR) since its launch in 1997. The publication has a focus on…
Technology readiness levels (TRLs) provide a standardized and objective method for evaluating the maturity of different technologies and their different components, making it easier for all stakeholders to understand and…
Presents the proceedings, session summaries and conclusions of the Technical Meeting on Considerations for the Back End of the Fuel Cycle of Small Modular Reactors organized in September 2022, as…
Provides guidance, targeted towards States newly embarking upon a nuclear power plant programme, on the licensing process and associated procedures needed during the construction, commissioning and operation stages of a…
Digital mammography offers fundamental advantages over film-based mammography. This publication provides guidance on the establishment of digital mammography facilities and the upgrade of existing facilities. It focuses on planning, designing…
Cost-Benefit Analysis (CBA) is an economic appraisal tool which can be used to inform an investment decision, for instance, the construction of a nuclear power plant. This publication suggests an…
The IAEA has organized various international meetings and projects on the safety of near surface disposal of radioactive waste. Since 2017, the IAEA has been facilitating the ongoing Forum on…
Aims to support the safe and effective management of radioactive waste from past activities by presenting focused information on the specific challenges associated with such waste and providing guidance on…
Covers two main aspects of safety against external events including the site hazard assessment and the robustness of the installation against external hazards. A methodology is provided for an overall…
The objective of the CRP on Probabilistic Safety Assessment Benchmarks for Multiunit Multi Reactor Sites (2018-2022) was to share national expertise and participate in shared benchmark calculations. These calculations involved…
Provides the contributions from four individual organizations from four Member States describing their employed uncertainty and sensitivity assessment methods applied in simulating the QUENCH-06 experiment performed at the Karlsruhe Institute…
Provides an overview of plasma physics and technology aspects of the Deuterium-Tritium fuel cycle in magnetic fusion devices from ITER to demonstration fusion power plants. The TECDOC also provides papers…
Presents the results generated from the modelling of case studies of sites contaminated with residual radioactive material from past activities and events within the Environmental Modelling for Radiation Safety (EMRAS…
Complements existing IAEA publications and provides a methodology for evaluating the adequacy of design safety margins against external events based on the performance goals applicable to a nuclear installation. Provides…
