New ANS position statements promote regulatory responsibility
Position Statement 65: "The Need for Realism in the Assessment of Nuclear Technologies" urges the use of realistic models and assumptions in all studies of the risks, properties, costs, benefits, and consequences related to the use of radiation and radioactive materials.
Position Statement 46: "Risk Informed and Performance Based Regulations for Nuclear Power Plants" endorses the use of risk-informed and performance-based regulations for the nuclear industry. Together these regulatory characteristics improve the safety of nuclear plants.
Position Statement 30: "United States Radioisotope Supply" supports a strong national policy to ensure a reliable domestic source of radioisotopes that is adequate to sustain the growing needs of our healthcare, security, and industrial communities.
ANS position statements represent the Society's opinion on issues of interest to the general public and policy makers. Nuclear professionals representing the ANS Professional Divisions develop the positions based on related technical papers.
