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NRC: Ginna in the "Green"

Ginna Nuclear Power Plant
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Ginna Nuclear Power Plant

The Ginna Nuclear Power Plant in Ontario did not have any inspection findings or performance indicators that were other than green as of the end of last year, with green signifying very low safety significance.

That's according to Nuclear Regulatory Commission spokesman Neil Sheehan.

Sheehan says the NRC indicated one violation involving the medical qualification information for a senior control room operator who needed medication for high blood pressure.

He says the NRC considers the plant to be safe, and that's the bottom line.

Sheehan says even though it's over 4 decades old, they are constantly upgrading systems and changing out components.

Sheehan says the 45-year old plant is licensed to operate until September, 2029.

The NRC is hosting an open house for residents with questions about the Ginna plant tonight at Ontario Town Hall from 5 to 630 pm.