Go to the media bankThe car of the delegates of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) on the territory of the Zaporozhye nuclear power plant. File photoMOSCOW, 6 Sep. Representatives of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) published a report on the work of the delegation at the Zaporozhye NPP. Security Threats Among other things, the organization recorded damage to a special unit for storing radioactive waste and fresh nuclear fuel. The damage was done in different places, including near the reactors. The lubrication systems of one of the turbines, the roofs of various buildings, including a garage for vehicles carrying spent nuclear fuel, were also damaged. Agency representatives called for an end to the shelling of the station and its environs, as this could damage important equipment and release radioactive materials without limit.
"The IAEA recommends a cessation of shelling on and around the site immediately to avoid further damage to the station and associated facilities, to ensure the safety of operating personnel, and to maintain physical integrity to ensure safe and reliable operation" document.
Protection zoneIn connection with the security threat, it is proposed to create a protective zone around the nuclear power plant. This goal can be achieved only with a general agreement, the report emphasizes.
"This requires the consent of all relevant parties to create a nuclear security and protection zone around the ZNPP", the authors of the report pointed out.
It is noted that while the ongoing shelling has not resulted in a nuclear emergency, it continues to be a continuing security threat with potential impact on critical functions. This, in turn, can lead to severe radiological consequences. for the safety of the station. In addition, ZNPP communication with all external organizations must be guaranteed.
"The IAEA recommends that all stakeholders commit themselves to and contribute to ensuring efficient supply chains for the plant's nuclear safety under all conditions, including safe transport corridors", the agency stressed.
In addition, following the results of the trip, the specialists stated the need for exercises to develop an effective response in the event of an emergency. The IAEA mission confirmed its readiness to help in this matter. the facility, which has been under the control of the Russian military since March. Representatives of Rosatom and employees of the Zaporizhzhya NPP led the guests through the station and showed signs of shelling. As RIA Novosti was told by Russia's permanent representative to international organizations in Vienna, Mikhail Ulyanov, two IAEA employees will remain at the ZNPP on a permanent basis. The Zaporozhye NPP is located on the left bank of the Dnieper near city of Energodar. This is the largest nuclear power plant in Europe in terms of the number of units and installed capacity — the plant has six power units with a capacity of one gigawatt each. The Ukrainian military continues to regularly shell Energodar and the territory of the facility adjacent to the city.