On May 15th, DD celebrated a significant internal milestone with the removal of the last rig from DR 3. This marked a historic day for the technical team, who operated the lead-lined horizontal transport flask for the final time.
The annual report contains an account of DD's activities in 2011 and reports on the results achieved in relation to the performance contract.
In 2011, in the interest of prevention, focus was once again placed on increasing the reporting frequency of near-miss incidents. The goal was to double the number from 10 to 20. A total of 14 reports were received.
DD has had a demanding year, encompassing three major projects and numerous smaller assignments. Progress on the projects has been notable, despite occasional procurement challenges that necessitated innovative problem-solving.
What are DD's objectives for the next two years?
DD opens its doors to the media in response to a request for greater insight into the topic, which follows the publication of preliminary studies for a final repository for radioactive waste.
In June, DD's expert panel will review the project description for the decommissioning of reactor DR 3. Subsequently, approval will be sought from the regulatory authorities, and a parliamentary document will be prepared for the Parliament's Finance Committee.
Conclusions and recommendations from the preliminary studies have been published on the Ministry of Interior and Health's website. Among other findings, 22 suitable areas are identified, and 6 are recommended for the repository's location. This comprehensive material has now been handed over to an inter-ministerial working group, which will continue work on the establishment and siting of the final repository. A press briefing will be held at DD on Thursday, May 5th, at 10 AM, where attendees can pose detailed technical questions to DD, SIS, and GEUS, and selected facilities will be showcased.
The preliminary studies for a Danish final repository will be published on Wednesday, May 4th. Download a summary of the most important background information here.
The annual report contains an account of DD's activities in 2010 and reports on the results achieved in relation to the performance contract.