The returned waste is called Long-Lived Intermediate Level Waste. These are holes that are over 500 metres deep. This disposal method is highly questionable, no proposed deep geological disposal for high level wastes has proven scientifically feasible anywhere in the world. In addition, radioactive wastes would be transported across the continent putting numerous communities en-route at risk to accidental exposure and contamination. There have been hundreds of accidents involving the transportation of radioactive materials all over the world.
Transportation adds another dimension of risk to an already high risk and unnecessary industry .
Neither the Federal government nor private insurers will indemnify against radioactive contamination.