NRC. Lessons learned from the Fukushima nuclear accident for improving safety of U.S. nuclear plants

Washington, DC: National Research Council (NRC), National Academies Press, 2014. — 393 p.The purpose of this independent review is to provide candid and critical comments that will assist the National Research Council in making this published report as sound as possible and will ensure that this report meets institutional standards for objectivity, evidence, and responsiveness to the study charge. The review comments and draft manuscript remain confidential to protect the integrity of the deliberative process.Contents.
Synopsis.
Summary.
Introduction.
Background on Japanese and U.S. nuclear plants.
Great East Japan earthquake and tsunami and impacts on Japanese nuclear plants.
Fukushima Daiichi nuclear accident.
Lessons learned: plant operations and safety regulations.
Lessons learned: offsite emergency management.
Lessons learned: nuclear safety culture.
References.
Appendixes.