Nuclear Safety Inspector
げんしりょくほあんけんさかん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A specialist who conducts safety inspections based on laws and regulations to ensure the safety of nuclear facilities, reviewing operation permits and compliance status.
Description
Nuclear Safety Inspectors ensure the safety of facilities handling reactors and radioactive materials by conducting design reviews, construction inspections, operation inspections, and periodic inspections. They perform document reviews and on-site inspections based on laws and guidelines, issuing improvement orders as necessary. In the event of abnormal events or accidents, they participate in cause investigations and develop and guide preventive measures. They require advanced specialized knowledge and objective judgment skills, playing a crucial role in protecting public safety.
Future Outlook
With increasing needs for addressing aging nuclear power plants, decommissioning processes, and safety reviews for next-generation reactors, the demand for specialized personnel is expected to remain stable.
Personality Traits
Cautious and Meticulous / High Ethical Standards / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Business Trips Required / Office Work / Team-Based
Career Path
Administrative Position (Technical Public Servant) → Assistant Safety Inspector → Chief Safety Inspector → Department Head or Director General → International Regulatory Agency
Required Skills
Nuclear Engineering / Planning and Implementation of Inspection Plans / Report Writing / Understanding of Laws and Technical Standards
Recommended Skills
Data Analysis / Quality Management / Reading English Literature / Risk Assessment
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | To logically analyze complex design and operation data and evaluate risks. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because minor design changes or numerical deviations can lead to serious accidents. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Due to revisions in laws and technical standards, acquisition of the latest information is necessary. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Need to accurately handle quantitative data such as radiation doses and structural strengths. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because they must face potential abnormalities or major accident risks and respond calmly. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Primarily inspections based on existing regulatory standards, with limited need for novel ideas. |
Related Qualifications
- First-Class Radiation Handling Supervisor
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- Nuclear Engineer
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