A nuclear power plant accident is a national disaster.
On November 20, Lee Seyong, Head of Hanul Nuclear Power Headquarters at Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power, conducted a radiation disaster prevention drill for Shin Hanul Unit 1, simulating a major accident.
Shin Hanul Unit 1 Major Accident-Linked Radiation Disaster Prevention Full-Scale Drill Conducted. Provided by Hanul Nuclear Power Headquarters
This drill was carried out under the supervision of the Nuclear Safety and Security Commission and the Korea Institute of Nuclear Safety, with the aim of quickly containing a radiological emergency, protecting the lives and property of citizens, and minimizing environmental damage. The exercise simulated an earthquake scenario and practically verified the effectiveness of accident management strategies, organizational response, and implementation systems using mobile emergency equipment.
Lee Seyong, Head of Hanul Nuclear Power Headquarters, stated, "Through this full-scale drill linking radiation disaster prevention and major accident scenarios, we assessed and strengthened Hanul Nuclear Power Headquarters' systematic and immediate response capabilities under extreme disaster conditions. We will continue to conduct repeated drills to ensure active responses to crisis situations in the future."
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