The process involves the implementation of the national radioactive waste classification scheme in the Necsa context in support of solid radioactive waste management on the Necsa site at Pelindaba. The system is aimed at presenting the classification scheme as it applies to Necsa and providing principles and guidance on waste classification in terms of the approved classification scheme [3] and latest international developments in this regard [15]. The system is further aimed at applying the waste classification criteria to typical waste streams at Necsa.

20.1.7 Characterization of solid radioactive waste

This provides for a system to characterize waste in terms of its radiological, physical, biological and chemical properties. It determines the needs for further adjustment, treatment, conditioning, or its suitability for further handling, processing, storage or disposal.