
4. The contribution of probabilistic safety assessments
As we saw in paragraph 2 , the notion of probability is naturally introduced into the assessment of residual risks and discussions on their acceptability. In this respect, it may be tempting to display probabilistic acceptance criteria; but at the very least, a certain caution should be exercised when comparing the results of probabilistic studies with pre-established numerical...
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International Commission on Radiological Protection (ICRP) http://www.icrp.org
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Regulations
Directive n° 2009/71/Euratom of June 25, 2009, establishing a Community framework for the nuclear safety of nuclear installations.
Directive No. 2014/87/Euratom of July 8, 2014, establishing a Community framework for the nuclear safety of nuclear installations.
Law no. 2006-686 of June 13, 2006 on nuclear transparency and safety.
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