November 1999 BNFL used an internally generated guidance since they started early and have compared the resulting process against international standards with favourable results.
Domestic process emphasizes partnerships with suppliers and customers.
All NPPs have completed their remediation programmes and have minimized supply chain risks through comprehensivesupplier evaluations and stockpiling. A comprehensive contingency plan process is being used that includes pre-positioning the facility, anticipated support activities, training, staffing levels and effective communications to implement contingency plan. The primary external risks are loss of off-site power and depletion of consumables. A five day supply of consumables will be available. It is anticipated that minimum activities will be occurring during any critical date rollover and extra surveillance will be used to detect failures.