Process Description for the Retrieval of Earth Covered Transuranic (TRU) Waste Containers at the Hanford Site

DeRosa, D. C.

Fluor Daniel Hanford, Inc.

关键词: Materials Handling Equipment;    Alpha-Bearing Wastes;    Radioactive Waste Storage;    12 Management Of Radioactive Wastes, And Non-Radioactive Wastes From Nuclear Facilities;    Excavation;   

DOI  :  10.2172/801124
RP-ID  :  HNF-5597, Rev.0
RP-ID  :  AC06-96RL13200
RP-ID  :  801124

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来源: UNT Digital Library

【 摘 要 】

This document describes process and operational options for retrieval of the contact-handled suspect transuranic waste drums currently stored below grade in earth-covered trenches at the Hanford Site. Retrieval processes and options discussed include excavation, container retrieval, venting, non-destructive assay, criticality avoidance, incidental waste handling, site preparation, equipment, and shipping.