The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has issued five exemptions for licensees in response to challenges posed by the COVID-19 public health emergency. These exemptions provide temporary relief from specific regulatory requirements to help facilities maintain safe operations and manage worker fatigue and security during the pandemic. The exemptions apply to parts of the regulation concerning work-hour controls and security personnel training and qualifications. Details about these exemptions and corresponding documentation can be accessed through various methods described in the notice.
Simple Explanation
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission gave some special permissions, like letting workers rest more and change how they do their jobs safely, to help five companies during the COVID-19 pandemic. These changes were made to keep everything safe and running smoothly while people were dealing with the virus.