E340 - Radiological Emergency Preparedness Planning Course

Course Description:

This course focuses on nuclear power plant off-site emergency preparedness. It addresses federal regulatory policies, development and testing of plans, and public perceptions. This course provides a sound understanding of basic planning assumptions and policy issues.

Selection Criteria:

Local, state, federal, and tribal government and utility personnel involved in off-site nuclear power plant emergency planning (under the provisions of NUREG 0654/FEMA REP-1, Criteria for Preparation and Evaluation of Radiological Emergency Response Plans and Preparedness in Support of Nuclear Power Plants). This course is recommended for new federal/state/local/tribal REP planners and federal/state/local/tribal emergency response managers. Utility company off-site planners also may apply.

Prerequisites:

Required:

None.

Recommended:

Completion of G235, Emergency Planning.

ACE Recommendation:

Credit Hours: 2 hours
Level: UD
Curricula: Radiological Sciences, Public Administration

Course Length: 4 days

CEUs: 3.1