Decommissioning and Decontamination

Decommissioning is the process of safely shutting down and retiring a facility or equipment, such as a nuclear plant or industrial site, ensuring it no longer poses risks. Decontamination involves removing or reducing hazardous contaminants—like radioactive materials, chemicals, or dirt—to make the area safe for future use or clearance. Together, these processes involve thorough cleaning, disposal of hazardous waste, and precautions to protect people and the environment from potential health or safety threats associated with residual contamination.