963.14—Preclosure suitability criteria.

DOE will evaluate preclosure suitability using the following criteria:
(a) Ability to contain radioactive material and to limit releases of radioactive materials;
(b) Ability to implement control and emergency systems to limit exposure to radiation;
(c) Ability to maintain a system and components that perform their intended safety functions; and
(d) Ability to preserve the option to retrieve wastes during the preclosure period.