Current through October 31, 2024
Section 62.24 - Extension of emergency access(a) After the receipt of a request from any generator of low-level waste, or any Governor on behalf of any generator or generators in his or her State, for an extension of emergency access that was initially granted under § 62.21 , the Commission shall make an initial determination of whether-(1) Emergency access continues to be necessary because of an immediate and serious threat to the public health and safety or the common defense and security;(2) The threat cannot be mitigated by any alternative that is consistent with public health and safety; and(3) The generator of low-level waste and the State have diligently though unsuccessfully acted during the period of the initial grant to eliminate the need for emergency access.(b) After making a determination pursuant to paragraph (a) of this section, the requirements specified in §§ 62.21(c) and 62.22 of this part, must be followed.