Nuclear Plant Gets 21-Day Work Hour Relaxation for Scheduling
Published Date: 3/26/2025
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The Tennessee Valley Authority got a special okay to let workers at Sequoyah Nuclear Plant, Unit 2, work longer hours than usual for up to 21 days between March 24 and May 15, 2025. This one-time change helps keep things running smoothly without extra costs or delays. It’s a smart move to keep the plant safe and efficient during a busy time.
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Sequoyah Unit 2 longer shifts
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission granted a one-time exemption for Sequoyah Nuclear Plant, Unit 2, to use less restrictive work-hour limits for a 21-day period. That 21-day window must start no earlier than March 24, 2025 and no later than May 15, 2025.
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