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<strong>EPR</strong> <strong>UK</strong><br />

N° NESH-G/2008/en/0123<br />

REV. A PAGE 140 / 257<br />

FIGURE 49:FUEL ASSEMBLY STORED IN RACK IN REACTOR POOL<br />

The storage pools are isolated from the environment by impermeable barriers (e.g. stainless<br />

steel liner) and by a ventilation system incorporating high efficiency particulate in air (HEPA)<br />

filters. Additional systems are provided to detect any leaks during pool operation. The pools are<br />

protected against earthquake damage by neoprene pads which support the pool and isolate it<br />

from the building structures.<br />

The build-up of heat and radiochemical contaminants within the pool is prevented by the<br />

incorporation of heat exchangers and ion exchangers. Both of these are submerged in the pool<br />

and together they ensure that optimum conditions are maintained. Locating these facilities<br />

within the pools also minimises the infrastructure requirements and the risk of leaks through<br />

external pipework.

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