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The operator of breeder reactor in Monju been ordered to stop preparations for the resumption of its work
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Japanese Nuclear Regulatory Commission ordered the operator breeder reactor Monju has suspended preparations for the resumption of the operation of the reactor as long as steps are taken to ensure the proper maintenance and operation of the product.
A senior representative of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission on Thursday gave this order to the Deputy Director General of the Japan Atomic Energy Agency.
The Commission has taken this step after finding that the reactor operator missed a check approximately 10,000 pieces of equipment.
The Agency was instructed to send sufficient human resources and funds for maintenance and management of the reactor, as well as create a system that would ensure regular inspection of equipment.