Functional design for the integration of BMNI/LMR

The aim of the Project Integration of Monitoring networks (PIM) is to realize one modular monitoring network configuration which can supply sufficient radiological data to both the National Institute of Public Health and Environment (RIVM) and the contingency organization of the Dutch Ministry of Internal Affairs. This monitoring network configuration is called the National Monitoring network Radioactivity (NMR) and is a combination of the BMNI (Internal Affairs Monitoring network Nuclear Accidents) and LMR (also translated as National Monitoring network Radioactivity). In this report only attention is paid to the coupling of the BMNI and LMR on the level of data as part of the realization of the NMR. After an overview of the existing situation the requirements for an integrated monitoring network system are outlined. Differences between NMR and BMNI and possible solutions to overcome those differences are discussed next. Subsequently the modular NMR system is described, along with a brief overview of interfaces with other information systems. Finally, attention is paid to the data structure, necessary equipment and computer programs, quality control, and the planning of the development and implementation of the monitoring system. 12 figs., 3 tabs., 19 refs