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CHBWV is processing, packaging, and shipping off site
for disposal low-level waste (LLW), mixed low-level waste (MLLW) and
industrial waste generated at the WVDP. The waste includes legacy waste
(previously generated waste in storage) and newly generated waste from
current activities.
This work is meeting the WVDP's objective to reduce the
radioactive and general waste inventories at the site while preparing
facilities for deactivation and demolition. Examples of LLW and MLLW
include:
- Debris and equipment removed from radiation areas
- Vessels and piping
- Demolition debris from radioactive facilities
- Filters and processing media
- Protective clothing and gear
Examples of industrial waste include:
- Waste generated during demolition of
non-radioactive facilities
- Sanitary waste from offices, locker rooms, etc.
Radioactive waste processing is conducted in
controlled areas using hands-on (contact) and remote-handled
(robotically-controlled) processes. Workers are specially trained and
equipped to perform this work. Processed and packaged low-level waste is
shipped offsite for disposal at licensed disposal facilities.
Legacy Waste Disposition
