The Safety of Spent Fuel Management and the Safety of Radioactive Waste Management

This procedure concerns the international agreement focused on ensuring the safe management of spent nuclear fuel and radioactive waste. It establishes a framework for countries to manage these hazardous materials in a way that protects human health and the environment from radiological risks.

This affects national governments and the nuclear energy industry. It requires member states to implement strict safety standards for the storage, transport, and disposal of radioactive materials.