§71.33. Package description.
10 C.F.R. § 71.33
The application must include a description of the proposed package in sufficient detail to identify the package accurately and provide a sufficient basis for evaluation of the package. The description must include—
With respect to the packaging—
Classification as Type B(U), Type B(M), or fissile material packaging;
Gross weight;
Model number;
Identification of the containment system;
Specific materials of construction, weights, dimensions, and fabrication methods of—
Receptacles;
Materials specifically used as nonfissile neutron absorbers or moderators;
Internal and external structures supporting or protecting receptacles;
Valves, sampling ports, lifting devices, and tie-down devices; and
Structural and mechanical means for the transfer and dissipation of heat; and
Identification and volumes of any receptacles containing coolant.
With respect to the contents of the package—
Identification and maximum radioactivity of radioactive constituents;
Identification and maximum quantities of fissile constituents;
Chemical and physical form;
Extent of reflection, the amount and identity of nonfissile materials used as neutron absorbers or moderators, and the atomic ratio of moderator to fissile constituents;
Maximum normal operating pressure;
Maximum weight;
Maximum amount of decay heat; and
Identification and volumes of any coolants.
Notes, amendments, and revision history
Authority
Authority: Atomic Energy Act of 1954, secs. 53, 57, 62, 63, 81, 161, 182, 183, 223, 234, 1701 (42 U.S.C. 2073, 2077, 2092, 2093, 2111, 2201, 2232, 2233, 2273, 2282, 2297f); Energy Reorganization Act of 1974, secs. 201, 202, 206, 211 (42 U.S.C. 5841, 5842, 5846, 5851); Nuclear Waste Policy Act of 1982, sec. 180 (42 U.S.C. 10175); 44 U.S.C. 3504 note. Section 71.97 also issued under Sec. 301, Pub. L. 96-295, 94 Stat. 789 (42 U.S.C. 5841 note).
Source
Source: 60 FR 50264, Sept. 28, 1995, unless otherwise noted.