NRC Memorandum on Backfitting

The NRC Memorandum on Backfitting outlines guidelines for nuclear power plant operators and companies when they consider making changes or upgrades to existing facilities. It emphasizes that such modifications must be carefully evaluated to ensure they do not unfairly impose new costs or obligations on existing licensees without proper justification. The goal is to balance safety improvements with fairness, preventing unnecessary or overly burdensome requirements while maintaining high safety standards. Overall, it supports responsible decision-making by considering the implications of modifications on current operations and stakeholders.