Public Accounts CommitteeSupplementary written evidence from Sellafield Ltd

Vitrification Plant (Q370—Q373)

On Wednesday 27 November there was a power loss affecting the Vitrification Plant, among others. There was evidence of contamination within three areas of Vitrification Plant Line 3 (VIT Line 3). There was no contamination in Lines 1 and 2.

Plant systems were quickly returned to normal, including ventilation, except for one section of the ventilation system in Line 3.

All areas are accessible; however, staff required to work in the small area affected will need to use additional Personal Protective Equipment until clean up is complete.

Prior to the power loss, the Vitrification plant was forecast to beat its schedule. Following the power loss incident we remain hopeful that we will achieve the schedule.

I hope this provides additional clarity to Mr Price’s answer to the committee. Yours sincerely

12 December 2013