Document: NUREG-0800
Document ID: dde3601f-5c9c-402e-b23c-8b7adb773461
Document Type: srp
Title: SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS1
Source: NUREG-0800
Source URL: https://www.nrc.gov/docs/ML0520/ML052070611.pdf
Revision Date: 2023-06
Chapter: 11
Section ID: 11.4
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ary to establish additional onsite storage capability, waste should not be placed in contingency storage if the ability to dispose of waste at a licensed disposal site exists. The shipping of waste at the earliest practicable time minimizes the need for eventual waste reprocessing due to possibly changing disposal facility requirements, reduces occupational and non-occupational exposures and potential accident consequences, and in the event of burial ground closure, maximizes the amount of storage space available for use. The duration of the intended storage, the type and form of waste, and the amount of radioactive material present will dictate the safeguards and the level of complexity required to assure public health and safety, and minimal risk to operating personnel. The longer the intended storage period, the greater the degree of controls that will be required for radiation protection and accident prevention. For purposes of this document, the duration of temporary waste storage is to be up to five (5) years. The magnitude of the onsite storage safety hazard is predicated on the type of waste being stored, the amount of radionuclides present, and how readily they might be transported into the environment. In general, it is preferable to store radioactive material in solid form. Under some circumstances, however, temporary storage in a liquid form may be desirable or required. The specific design and operation of any storage facility will be significantly influenced by the various waste forms, consequently, this document addresses wet waste, solidified wet waste and dry low level radioactive waste. II. General Information Prior to any implementation of additional onsite storage, substantial safety review and environmental assessments should be conducted to assure adequate public health and safety and minimal environmental impact. The acceptance criteria and performance objectives of any proposed storage facility, or area, will need to meet minimal requirements