Operating Experience from Events Reported to the IAEA/NEA Fuel Incident Notification and Analysis System (FINAS)

The FINAS system is a joint tool of the IAEA and OECD/NEA for exchanging operating experience from nuclear fuel cycle facilities. It reports on safety-significant events and their root causes, lessons learned, and corrective actions to prevent similar events.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 70 pages
Publication date: 30 January 2021
Publisher: IAEA

The Fuel Incident Notification and Analysis System (FINAS) is a collaborative effort between the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and the Nuclear Energy Agency of the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD/NEA). This system serves as a vital platform for the international exchange of operational expertise related to nuclear fuel cycle facilities. FINAS reports encompass detailed accounts of safety-related events that have taken place at these facilities, providing insights into the root causes and valuable lessons learned from these incidents. This publication serves as a comprehensive summary of the operating experience feedback received through FINAS since its inception in 1992. It emphasizes the identification of root causes, the lessons learned, and the corrective actions implemented to prevent the recurrence of similar events. Additionally, the publication provides references to other relevant publications that cover events related to nuclear fuel cycle facilities and offers an overview of the operating experience programs of these facilities. The primary target audience of this publication includes operators, regulators, and designers of nuclear fuel cycle facilities. By leveraging the insights and expertise shared within FINAS, these stakeholders can enhance their understanding of safety practices, improve operational efficiency, and contribute to the overall safety and reliability of the global nuclear energy industry.

Weight: 216g
Dimension: 211 x 295 x 7 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9789201233202