Safety Considerations when Implementing Security at RRAFs

Concern about malicious acts involving Research Reactors and Associated Facilities (RRAFs) is not new; however, recent world events have demonstrated that an attack on RRAFs must be strongly considered and protected against. Changes in the global threat environment have served as an incentive for RRAF's organizations to give adequate attention to nuclear security of their facilities. Many RRAF organizations are currently planning or implementing nuclear security measures. In parallel to these efforts, the majority of RRAF organizations continue to implement modification and refurbishment projects as mitigating measures for ageing facilities. In addition, more than 20 Member States are currently implementing (or planning) new RRAF facilities. Most of these Member States are planning their first RRAFs and are in a process to develop the necessary nuclear safety and security infrastructures.