FAST-TRACKING MPC&A UPGRADES AT THE ELECTROCHEMICAL PLANT (KRASNOYARSK-45) AND THE URALS ELECTROCHEMICAL INTEGRATED PLANT (SVERDLOVSK-44)

Rapid implementation of upgrades related to nuclear material protection, control, and accounting (MPC&A) at a sensitive Russian nuclear facility such as Krasnoyarsk-45 or Sverdlovsk-44 requires significant effort and trust to integrate required resources in a timely manner. Within the framework of such an accelerated schedule, one challenge is the design and implementation of MPC&A systems and programs when lacking details concerning the layout of the facility and processes existing within the facility. In such circumstances, the successful completion of MPC&A activities on a Fast Track schedule depends heavily on the relationships and confidence established between domestic and foreign personnel so that continued effective progress can be made.