Sarp Review Methodology

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SARP Review Methodology

Packaging Functions

The key functions that radioactive material packaging performs are:

Function Description U.S.
10 CFR 71
Requirements International
IAEA
Requirements
Containment
Control the leakage of the radioactive contnets 71.51(a)(1)
and (2) [[ LINK ]]
later
Shielding
Limit the external radiation that can eminate from the packaging 71.51(a)(1)
and (2) [[ LINK ]]
later
Criticality
Prevent the possibility of a nuclear criticality if fissile material is being transported 71.55
and 71.59 [[ LINK ]]
later

Function	Description	U.S. 10 CFR 71 Requirements	International IAEA Requirements
Containment	Control the leakage of the radioactive contnets	71.51(a)(1) and (2)	[[ LINK ]] later
Shielding	Limit the external radiation that can eminate from the packaging	71.51(a)(1) and (2)	[[ LINK ]] later
Criticality	Prevent the possibility of a nuclear criticality if fissile material is being transported	71.55 and 71.59	[[ LINK ]] later

In addition there are various requirements related to packagign tie-down and lifting devices in 10 CFR 71.45 , and related to general packaging considerations covered in 10 CFR 71.43 that must be considered.

Functions