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Due to a lapse in appropriations, the NRC has ceased normal operations. However, excepted and exempted activities necessary to maintain critical health and safety functions—as well as essential progress on designated critical activities, including those specified in Executive Order 14300—will continue, consistent with the OMB-Approved NRC Lapse Plan.

Health Physics Questions and Answers - Question 8

Question 8: Under what circumstances are planned special exposures permitted?

Answer: The statement of considerations indicates that the intent of the planned special exposure was that it be used infrequently in circumstances where the elimination of the 5 (N-18) lifetime cumulative limit might create a severe handicap to the licensee's operation. See Regulatory Guide 8.N6, for further detailed guidance.

(Reference: 10 CFR 20.1206)

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