1 of 1
Download to read offline
Ad
Recommended
NECSA SMELTER FACILITY PRESENTATION
NECSA SMELTER FACILITY PRESENTATIONAlan Carolissen
油
This document provides details about NECSA's plan to build a smelter facility to decontaminate scrap metal on its Pelindaba site that cannot be decontaminated through conventional methods. Some key points:
- The smelter will melt approximately 14,000 tons of contaminated steel, aluminum, and other metals to reduce their volume and destroy sensitive nuclear equipment.
- It will be located on the Pelindaba East site and include two large furnaces, a smaller test furnace, cutting facilities, and an off-gas filtration system to minimize emissions.
- Regulatory agencies like the NNR have approved the construction but further approvals are needed for commissioning and operation. Public hearings wereManagement of Disused Sealed Radioactive Sources
Management of Disused Sealed Radioactive SourcesAlan Carolissen
油
This document discusses the management of disused sealed radioactive sources, particularly high activity radioactive sources (SHARS). It outlines the National Laser Centre of South Africa's (NLC) experience developing a mobile hot cell for handling SHARS. The hot cell was designed to allow for the dismantling of radioactive sources and their safe transfer for long-term storage. The hot cell has been successfully used to recover radioactive sources from irradiators in Sudan, Tanzania, and Uruguay, demonstrating its effectiveness for centralized management of disused radioactive materials.Overview Radioactive Waste Management in RSA
Overview Radioactive Waste Management in RSAAlan Carolissen
油
The document provides an overview of radioactive waste management in South Africa. It discusses the legislative framework, classification of wastes, and management options. It describes current practices such as pre-disposal management including decommissioning and storage, as well as disposal of low-level waste at Vaalputs. Key challenges include strengthening stakeholder trust and managing spent nuclear fuel. The concluding remarks emphasize that current practices align with international standards but stakeholder acceptance is critical to any radioactive waste management activities.Radioactive Waste management Policies-Strategies-Waste Management Plans
Radioactive Waste management Policies-Strategies-Waste Management PlansAlan Carolissen
油
This document discusses radioactive waste management policies, strategies, and waste plans. It begins by defining policy as established goals for safe waste management, and strategy as the processes for achieving those policy goals. It then discusses how policies address safety objectives and principles. National policies are formulated based on international obligations, national circumstances, and legislation. Strategies are developed by assessing the current waste situation, defining long-term management endpoints, selecting options, and considering implementation requirements. Waste management plans involve identifying all waste streams and appropriate processing and disposal options, then evaluating and selecting options through a systematic, stakeholder-involved process.RADIOACTIVE WASTE DISPOSAL IN SOUTH AFRICA IN 2015 STATUS AND RESEARCH AND DE...
RADIOACTIVE WASTE DISPOSAL IN SOUTH AFRICA IN 2015 STATUS AND RESEARCH AND DE...Alan Carolissen
油
The document summarizes the status of radioactive waste disposal in South Africa in 2015. It discusses the main sources of radioactive waste in the country, the facilities where waste is currently stored, and research being conducted at the Vaalputs disposal site. A key focus is the selection of a site at Vaalputs for borehole disposal of disused radioactive sources. Research at Vaalputs aims to strengthen the scientific database and contribute to the safety case for current and future waste disposal at the facility.Trends in disposal and disposal DESIGN concepts FOR LLW
Trends in disposal and disposal DESIGN concepts FOR LLWAlan Carolissen
油
The document discusses trends in disposal design concepts for low-level radioactive waste. It finds that engineered near-surface disposal facilities, such as vaults, are the most common concept, used in 62% of facilities. Vaults provide multiple engineered barriers and can accommodate smaller waste shipments than mined repositories. Borehole disposal and simple near-surface trenches are also discussed. Lessons from existing facilities indicate the importance of structurally stable waste packaging, quality control, monitoring, and multi-barrier designs. The trends are moving towards vault designs that allow flexible handling of smaller waste volumes.Vaalputs Post Closure Radiological Safety Assessment (PCRSA)
Vaalputs Post Closure Radiological Safety Assessment (PCRSA)Alan Carolissen
油
The document summarizes the results of the 2007 Vaalputs Post Closure Radiological Safety Assessment (PCRSA) conducted to assess the long-term safety of the Vaalputs site for disposal of radioactive waste in South Africa. The assessment found that for natural exposure scenarios, the peak annual dose after 10,000 years would be below 0.01 mSv/year, below the safety limit of 0.25 mSv/year. The dominant radionuclides were iodine-129, technetium-99, and neptunium-237, and the dominant exposure pathway was water and food consumption. Scenarios involving human intrusion like drilling were within safety limits as well.DEEPENING AND STRENGTHENING STAKEHOLDER CONFIDENCE IN RADWASTE DISPOSAL
DEEPENING AND STRENGTHENING STAKEHOLDER CONFIDENCE IN RADWASTE DISPOSALAlan Carolissen
油
The document discusses efforts taken at Vaalputs, South Africa's national low-level radioactive waste disposal facility, to build stakeholder confidence. It describes establishing a multi-stakeholder forum to promote open communication. Initiatives included demonstrating technical compliance, capacity building programs, education outreach, and a community investment program. The key lessons highlighted are that technical competence alone is not sufficient for stakeholder acceptance and that empowering stakeholders through knowledge and collaborative problem solving can help address negative perceptions and build long-term trust in the facility.Presentation to IAEA Disponet- Improving Disposal Practises at Vaalputs
Presentation to IAEA Disponet- Improving Disposal Practises at VaalputsAlan Carolissen
油
The document summarizes improvements made to waste disposal practices at Vaalputs, South Africa's low-level radioactive waste disposal facility. Concrete waste containers were cracking prematurely due to thermal cycling and corrosion. In response, Vaalputs implemented smaller trenches, improved container filling and design, strengthened inspection and quality assurance practices, updated waste acceptance criteria, and conducted research on container and trench cap performance. The improvements aimed to enhance long-term safety and strengthen stakeholder confidence in the facility.CV Alan Carolissen Dec 2016 Rev0
CV Alan Carolissen Dec 2016 Rev0Alan Carolissen
油
This document contains personal and professional details of Alan Carolissen. It includes his contact information, qualifications including a Masters in Business Administration, languages spoken, and employment history in various executive roles. His most recent role is as Chief Operating Officer of the National Radioactive Waste Disposal Institute, where he oversees day-to-day operations and ensures compliance. He previously held a senior management role overseeing nuclear liabilities at South Africa Nuclear Energy Corporation.Business Overview of the Nuclear Liabilities Management Department of Necsa
Business Overview of the Nuclear Liabilities Management Department of NecsaAlan Carolissen
油
NLM provides radioactive waste management services and facilities in South Africa. It manages radioactive waste treatment, storage, disposal, and the decommissioning of nuclear sites. NLM also offers consulting services. Its facilities include waste storage areas, a decontamination facility, smelter, and the Vaalputs radioactive waste disposal repository. NLM works to build stakeholder confidence through demonstrations of its technical competence, regulatory compliance, education programs, and multi-stakeholder engagement.The Management of Used Fuel-Key Mandate of NRWDI AC 14 DEC 2016
The Management of Used Fuel-Key Mandate of NRWDI AC 14 DEC 2016Alan Carolissen
油
The document discusses National Radioactive Waste Disposal Institute's (NRWDI) mandate to manage radioactive waste disposal in the country, including used fuel. It outlines that used fuel management requires an off-site centralized interim storage facility by 2025 and a deep geological repository by 2065. The Vaalputs site is a suitable candidate for both facilities due to its isolation and previous investigations. Classifying the interim storage facility as a strategic infrastructure project would help expedite regulatory approvals.MBA
MBAAlan Carolissen
油
The document awards Alan Carlsson with a Master of Business Administration degree from The Open University. It states the date of September 18th, 2003 that Alan Carlsson received the degree. The Vice-Chancellor and Secretary of The Open University have signed the document awarding Alan Carlsson with an MBA.More Related Content
More from Alan Carolissen (6)
Presentation to IAEA Disponet- Improving Disposal Practises at Vaalputs
Presentation to IAEA Disponet- Improving Disposal Practises at VaalputsAlan Carolissen
油
The document summarizes improvements made to waste disposal practices at Vaalputs, South Africa's low-level radioactive waste disposal facility. Concrete waste containers were cracking prematurely due to thermal cycling and corrosion. In response, Vaalputs implemented smaller trenches, improved container filling and design, strengthened inspection and quality assurance practices, updated waste acceptance criteria, and conducted research on container and trench cap performance. The improvements aimed to enhance long-term safety and strengthen stakeholder confidence in the facility.CV Alan Carolissen Dec 2016 Rev0
CV Alan Carolissen Dec 2016 Rev0Alan Carolissen
油
This document contains personal and professional details of Alan Carolissen. It includes his contact information, qualifications including a Masters in Business Administration, languages spoken, and employment history in various executive roles. His most recent role is as Chief Operating Officer of the National Radioactive Waste Disposal Institute, where he oversees day-to-day operations and ensures compliance. He previously held a senior management role overseeing nuclear liabilities at South Africa Nuclear Energy Corporation.Business Overview of the Nuclear Liabilities Management Department of Necsa
Business Overview of the Nuclear Liabilities Management Department of NecsaAlan Carolissen
油
NLM provides radioactive waste management services and facilities in South Africa. It manages radioactive waste treatment, storage, disposal, and the decommissioning of nuclear sites. NLM also offers consulting services. Its facilities include waste storage areas, a decontamination facility, smelter, and the Vaalputs radioactive waste disposal repository. NLM works to build stakeholder confidence through demonstrations of its technical competence, regulatory compliance, education programs, and multi-stakeholder engagement.The Management of Used Fuel-Key Mandate of NRWDI AC 14 DEC 2016
The Management of Used Fuel-Key Mandate of NRWDI AC 14 DEC 2016Alan Carolissen
油
The document discusses National Radioactive Waste Disposal Institute's (NRWDI) mandate to manage radioactive waste disposal in the country, including used fuel. It outlines that used fuel management requires an off-site centralized interim storage facility by 2025 and a deep geological repository by 2065. The Vaalputs site is a suitable candidate for both facilities due to its isolation and previous investigations. Classifying the interim storage facility as a strategic infrastructure project would help expedite regulatory approvals.MBA
MBAAlan Carolissen
油
The document awards Alan Carlsson with a Master of Business Administration degree from The Open University. It states the date of September 18th, 2003 that Alan Carlsson received the degree. The Vice-Chancellor and Secretary of The Open University have signed the document awarding Alan Carlsson with an MBA.