This publication defines the basic concepts and elements of nuclear security culture, with the aim of providing Member States with international consensus guidance on planning and implementing a programme to improve nuclear security culture. Particular emphasis is placed on areas such as regulation, government institutions and general public awareness. The report provides an overview of the nec…
This book consist : Introduction; Scenarios for the illegal transport of radioactive material; Distribution paths of public mail and possible monitoring locations; Radiation monitoring equipment; Response plan; Implementation of public mail radiation monitoring; and Training. (Jml)
This publication is intended for individuals and organizations that may be called upon to deal with the detection of and response to criminal or unauthorized acts involving nuclear or other radioactive material. It will also be useful for legislators, law enforcement agencies, government officials, technical experts, lawyers, diplomats and users of nuclear technology. In addition, the manual em…
This publication addresses the vulnerability of radioactive material during transport. Given the international concern over acts of nuclear terrorism, it is imperative to have a well defined plan for the security of sensitive materials during transport. This publication provides guidance on implementing, maintaining or enhancing a State’s nuclear security regime to protect radioactive materia…
This book consist : Introduction; Categories and characteristics of instruments; General comments on test procedures; Fixed RPMS; Personal radiation detectors; Hand held rids; Neutron search detectors; and Documentation requirements. (Jml)
Nuclear scientists have recognized that much can be learned from the analysis of reported cases of illicit trafficking of nuclear and other radioactive material, specifically, what the material has been used for, where it was obtained from (stock, scrap or waste) and whether the amount seized was only a sample of a much more significant quantity. These and many other questions can be answered t…
The illegal transport of conventional explosives and biological material has been observed in public mail and could lead to serious health hazards. In response to Member State requests to establish guidance on detecting the movement of radioactive material in international mail, the IAEA and the Universal Postal Union (UPU) undertook a joint effort to prepare this publication. It considers how …
This publication defines the basic concepts and elements of nuclear security culture, with the aim of providing Member States with international consensus guidance on planning and implementing a programme to improve nuclear security culture. Particular emphasis is placed on areas such as regulation, government institutions and general public awareness. The report provides an overview of the nec…
This book consist : Part I. Review of the scientific activities in 1988; Part II. The scientific programme; and Part III. Publications issued in 1988. (Jml)
This book consist : Introduction; Identification of need for operator aids; Development of specifications for operator aids; and Implementation. (Jml)