Thread by @NuclearHazelnut

#Didyouknow... the nuclear energy industry is one of the few industries with a security program that's regulated by the federal government.

The @NRCgov 🇺🇸holds nuclear power plants to the highest security standards of any American industry.

#NuclearPowerPlants are very robust structures that are very difficult to penetrate. The combination of these structures, a well-armed professional security force, strict access controls, & multiple backup safety systems provides layer-upon layer of safety and security.

Security measures are based on three concentric circles, with the level of security increasing as one gets closer to the reactor.

Check it out! 👇

The “owner-controlled area,” is far enough from the reactor that only minimal security is needed. Other than signs, the security measures in place aren't always visible to the public.

The “protected area” is fenced and protected by sophisticated security systems and armed security officers.

Also, at this point plant personnel must be determined to be fit for duty before they are allowed into the protected area. 👇

The innermost circle is called the “vital area.” It contains the reactor & associated safety systems, the control room, the used fuel pool, and the main security alarm stations.

Access to the vital area is limited and protected by locked and alarmed security doors.

Have you ever visited a nuclear power plant?

Let me know which one and what was your impression😀👇