US nuclear power regulator phases out agency-led commando drills at plants - Reuters
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The US nuclear power regulator is ending agency-led commando drills, shifting security test responsibility to plants.
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This change could alter security protocols and emergency preparedness at nuclear facilities, potentially affecting safety standards for nearby communities.
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The US nuclear power regulator is phasing out agency-led commando drills at nuclear power plants. This change means the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) will no longer directly conduct these security exercises. The decision shifts the responsibility for these drills primarily to the plants themselves, which will now manage and execute their own security preparedness tests. This move could alter how nuclear facilities demonstrate their ability to defend against potential threats.
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