Senior Researcher KAERI Daejeon, Republic of Korea
The increasing number of bulk handling facilities in Korea necessitates the enhancement of national inspection capabilities in line with the IAEA State-Level Approach (SLA). This project aims to develop a comprehensive regulatory verification support program and a history information management system tailored for bulk handling facilities. By analyzing existing IAEA inspection methods and assessing the materials and procedures needed for national inspectors, we have designed and developed an internal support and management system. The developed program facilitates efficient and systematic national inspections, ensuring data consistency and reducing human error through standardized data input and verification processes. The history information management system integrates facility data, inspection reports, and measurement records into a relational database, providing intuitive interfaces for data retrieval and analysis. Key functionalities include automated data validation, sample selection algorithms, and secure data synchronization. The system's user-friendly graphical interface and adherence to ISO standards enhance usability and reliability. The implementation of this program is expected to improve the international credibility of Korea’s national inspections, enabling effective oversight of regulatory activities and alignment with international inspection standards. By supporting the efficient management and verification of nuclear material inventories, this project contributes to the robust regulatory framework required for the safe operation of bulk handling facilities. Future developments will integrate this system with existing national databases to further streamline inspection processes and enhance data management capabilities.
