There have been a series of problems involving inspectors of the Nuclear Regulation Authority performing their duties at nuclear facilities without having inspector certificates that they are required to carry. I decided to consider it.
This was reported at the Nuclear Regulatory Commission meeting held on the 12th.
According to this, in September, two inspectors were discovered to have worked at a nuclear facility without an inspector's certificate, and as a result of the investigation, four new employees were required to obtain the necessary certification. It was confirmed that he was not carrying a book.
In addition to the entry certificate, there are multiple certificates depending on the work, such as inspections and inspections of nuclear material management. .
As measures to prevent recurrence, the Nuclear Regulation Authority is considering integrating multiple certificates and making the size larger than a general business card smaller so that it is easier to carry around.
Shinsuke Yamanaka, Chairman of the Nuclear Regulation Authority, said, "It's outrageous that the regulatory side, which is strictly demanding the operators, make such a mistake. I want each employee to take responsibility for their work." rice field.