REFLECTIONS ON NUCLEAR SECURITY: THE USA'S TOP NUCLEAR REGULATOR REVIEWS THE 9/11 RESPONSE

摘要

In the aftermath of the September 2001 terrorist at-tacks in the United States, the security surrounding the nation's critical infrastructure, including its commercial nuclear power plants, has become a central concern. I have been particularly gratified to have played a part in the collaborative work that has occurred among the Federal government, State and local officials, Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) licensees, and industry working groups to ensure that the already robust protection of these facilities was further enhanced. All levels of government, as well as NRC licensees, have made significant contributions to bolster defenses against the increased threat of a terrorist attack. I would like to express my heartfelt appreciation to them. The events of September 11 have also had a broader impact. We all look at the world in a different way. Society is wary of potential terrorist activities and is concerned about the facilities that they might be interested in attacking.