Regulatory hold points
Regulatory hold points (RHPs) are licence conditions that follow a staged progress through the licensing phases of nuclear facilities.
Establishment of regulatory hold points
If applicable, RHPs are set by the Commission during a Commission proceeding. Details about the RHPs are usually outlined in the power reactor licence or the licence conditions handbook.
Ongoing oversight and compliance
The licensee must demonstrate compliance with the RHP requirements set by the Commission.
CNSC staff follow a compliance plan that aligns with the licensee’s planned activities and schedule. CNSC site staff conduct inspections, technical reviews, and surveillance and monitoring activities, which help inform staff recommendations on the removal of each RHP.
Removing regulatory hold points
Licensees are responsible for submitting documentation known as completion assurance documentation for each RHP. CNSC staff share the completion assurance along with their recommendations with the Commission or a designated officer for the removal of the RHPs.
Licensees cannot proceed past any RHPs without approval from the Commission or a designated officer.
New reactor facilities
Regulatory hold points for new reactor facilities may be established during a licensing decision to enable a step-by-step progression of activities.
Learn more about mandatory checkpoints for new reactor facilities
Refurbishments
Regulatory hold points enable a step-by-step progression of activities during the refurbishment of nuclear facilities. Authorization is needed at each of the 4 steps before a facility’s return to service.
Learn more about mandatory checkpoints during refurbishments
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