⚠️Draft Regulatory Guide on Emergency Response for Nuclear Reactors
Draft Regulatory Guide: Emergency Response Planning and Preparedness for Nuclear Power Reactors
Summary
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is issuing for public comment a draft Regulatory Guide (DG), DG-1423, "Emergency Response Planning and Preparedness for Nuclear Power Reactors." This DG is proposed Revision 7 of Regulatory Guide (RG) 1.101, "Emergency Response Planning and Preparedness for Nuclear Power Reactors." This proposed revision would endorse Revision 1 of the Nuclear Energy Institute (NEI) white paper, "Enabling a Remote Response by Members of an Emergency Response Organization," dated September 2024, and Revision 7 of NEI 99-01, "Development of Emergency Action Levels for Non-Passive Reactors," dated September 2024.
Agencies
- Nuclear Regulatory Commission
Business Impact
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The draft Regulatory Guide emphasizes compliance requirements related to emergency response planning for nuclear power reactors, which can significantly impact business operations and strategic planning for affected companies in the nuclear industry. The mention of public comments suggests a participatory regulatory process which may influence business practices and preparedness strategies.