In situ decommissioning (ISD) is a radical approach to the disposal of nuclear reactors by burying them on-site beneath a mound of suitable material. The engineering and construction of the mound is dealt with and the selection of suitable material. The radiological impact of leaving radioactive materials on-site is studied and it is concluded that ISD could be a solution for some sites.
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