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Nuclear Criticality Safety
NCSD provides communication among nuclear criticality safety professionals through the development of standards, the evolution of training methods and materials, the presentation of technical data and procedures, and the creation of specialty publications. In these ways, the division furthers the exchange of technical information on nuclear criticality safety with the ultimate goal of promoting the safe handling of fissionable materials outside reactors.
Meeting Spotlight
Conference on Nuclear Training and Education: A Biennial International Forum (CONTE 2025)
February 3–6, 2025
Amelia Island, FL|Omni Amelia Island Resort
Standards Program
The Standards Committee is responsible for the development and maintenance of voluntary consensus standards that address the design, analysis, and operation of components, systems, and facilities related to the application of nuclear science and technology. Find out What’s New, check out the Standards Store, or Get Involved today!
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Christmas Night
Twas the night before Christmas when all through the houseNo electrons were flowing through even my mouse.
All devices were plugged in by the chimney with careWith the hope that St. Nikola Tesla would share.
Technical Session
Thursday, February 9, 2023|8:00–9:40AM EST|Talbot
Session Chair:
Dave Helling (Westinghouse)
Alternate Chair:
Juan Cortez
Session Organizer:
Charles Lease
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Initial License Training Generic Fundamentals Integration
8:00–8:25AM EST
Ian VanBrocklin (Constellation Energy)
Presented by Gregory Shelton (Constellation Nuclear)
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Developing and Implementing a 12 Month Nuclear Initial License Operator Training Program
8:25–8:50AM EST
Stacey Hamm (Duke Energy Nuclear), Frank Giannone (Duke Energy Nuclear)
Exam Anxiety and the Licensed Operator Student: Anecdotal Evidence from Beaver Valley Power Station
8:50–9:15AM EST
Annaliese Piraino (Energy Harbor), Mike Brasile (Energy Harbor)
Tablet Usage for Initial Licensed Operator Training Operating Exams Maximizes Exam Security and Reduces Resource Costs
9:15–9:40AM EST
Christopher Baxter (Tennessee Valley Authority), Donald C. Binkley Jr. (Tennessee Valley Authority), Bobi R. Graves (Tennessee Valley Authority)
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