Nuclear Security Incident Management

This module addresses the topics that are important for nuclear security incident management and describes what is required at the international, national and facility levels to ensure that countries are prepared for, and respond to, nuclear security incidents. The six-unit programme and the examination are offered in English.

ABOUT

WHO THIS MODULE IS FOR

The audience for this module is individuals who have a responsibility for the security of nuclear or other radioactive material, to learn more about the requirements for the security incident management, whether the path for the nuclear security incident is physical, cyber or a combination of the two. The safety/security interface is a vital consideration of all incidents that happen. It briefly describes nuclear security incident management in the context of the transport of nuclear material, and response to incidents of nuclear and other radioactive material out of regulatory control. These other types of incidents are relevant when considering the national framework for response to all types of nuclear security incidents.

Incident managers
Operational and Engineering personnel
Security personnel
First responders
Response force, Guard force, Police force personnel
National-level civilian and military response forces
OVERVIEW

When considering nuclear security incidents, we could be referring to the theft or attempted theft of nuclear or other radioactive material. Or we could be referring to the sabotage or attempted sabotage of a facility or material during transport. In short, there are a number of circumstances that could be considered to be a nuclear security incident. This Module is one of the few learning programmes that places nuclear security incident management into its complete international and national context and describes the national framework required to plan and prepare for these types of incidents, including an appreciation that some nuclear security incidents will also be nuclear or radiological emergencies as well as criminal or terrorist offences, depending on the circumstances.

Module Code WINS-SIM4_EN
Edition Number 4
Number of Units 6
Release Date 6th October 2024
Recommended Experience Professional experience and/or Foundation Module
Available Languages English
Certification Validity 5 years

OBJECTIVES

THE INTERNATIONAL FRAMEWORK

Understand how the role of international instruments assist countries to develop their national framework for nuclear security incident management

THE NATIONAL FRAMEWORK

Examine how the national framework is comprised to support legislation and regulations, the national system for response to security incidents, managing and coordinating competent authorities

FACILITY LEVEL INCIDENT MANAGEMENT

Understand how nuclear security incident management is planned and arranged at the facility level

TRAINING, TESTING AND EXERCISING PREPAREDNESS

Provide an understanding of the importance of preparedness for a nuclear security incident and how plans and arrangements can be evaluated and enhanced through training, testing and exercises

INCIDENT INVESTIGATION

Understand criminalisation and the need to conduct investigations and understand radiological crime scene management, nuclear forensics, rules of evidence, and appropriate communication about a nuclear security incident

CASE STUDIES AND SCENARIOS

Learn from past incidents and consider what could happen, for improving nuclear security incident management

PURCHASES

You can decide what learning and certification pathway works best for you. The comprehensive package provides you everything you need to study online and offline in order to achieve certification within a six-month period.

LMS LEARNING ACCESS TEXTBOOK EXAM VOUCHER EXAM RETAKE VOUCHER COST*
Comprehensive package 685 EUR
Online study only 230 EUR
Offline study only 270 EUR
Combined online + offline study 500 EUR
Combined online study + exam 415 EUR
Combined offline study + exam 455 EUR
Exam only** 185 EUR
Exam retake only*** 185 EUR

*Discounts may be possible from time to time and can be requested prior to any purchase.
**This is not a recommended option, for anyone who has not completed the module learning.
***This is required and only available for a learner who has failed an exam, or has not attended a scheduled exam (ie. a no-show)

SCHOLARSHIPS

Our funded scholarships provide everything you need to undertake and complete one of our WINS Academy professional development programmes. The scholarships are available to a global audience of learners who have specific responsibilities for nuclear and radioactive source security or looking to gain further knowledge. We are fully supportive of gender diversity and parity and have scholarships available to support our commitment to increase the participation of women in nuclear security at all levels by promoting knowledge exchange, training, and professional certification. Applications for scholarships are open to all WINS Members and the selection of eligible learners is at WINS’ discretion. A scholarship learning package provides access to the online learning module, a hardcopy textbook and an exam voucher – providing all the tools to enable a learner to achieve certification within the six-month duration of the scholarship programme.

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EXAM

WINS Academy Programme examinations are administered through computer-based testing. All exam questions are developed according to the Standards for Educational and Psychological Testing and ordered randomly in the exam. The exam questions are produced and reviewed together with learning technologists and test developers to ensure they are fair, reliable and valid and that they reflect no biases.

WINS Academy exams may be taken in countries that have PearsonVUE test centres and where Pearson OnVUE online proctored exams are available. PearsonVUE provides 6,000 test centres in 180 countries. Learners who successfully achieve the pass grade will receive a WINS Academy Certificate and Digital Credential. For additional information, please see our Examination Policies and Procedures and Online Exam Booking Guide.

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Exam Code WINS-SIM4_EN
Number of Questions 45
Type of Questions Multiple choice
Length of Exam 45 minutes (plus 15 minutes for non-native English speakers)
Pass Score 65%
Test Provider Pearson VUE
Exam Option At a test centre or online via remote proctoring

CERTIFICATION

After successfully passing the exam, you will receive a WINS Academy Nuclear Security Certificate, a Digital Credential and invitation to become part of the WINS Alumni Network. For your Digital Credential you will receive a ‘digital badge’ that shows the criteria for earning the credential, and achievements for your learning programme.  As a Badge holder you will be able to share your credentials with others, so they too can recognise your accomplishments. Your certified professional designation remains valid for five years and you can recertify to renew and extend your nuclear security professional certification before the expiry date. Recertification demonstrates your commitment to the nuclear security field and dedication to nuclear security requirements and practices. By renewing your certification, you further develop your knowledge of underlying concepts and strengthen your nuclear security leadership and management skills. Recertification also enhances your professional development through continued learning, experience and support for practical skills. We have three recertification options, so you can decide the best way for you to renew your certified nuclear security professional status with WINS. For additional information please go to our Certification page.

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