Training Workshop on the Spent Fuel and Radioactive Waste Inventory Tool

The IAEA developed the Spent Fuel and Radioactive Waste Inventory Tool (SWIFT) to assist Member States in the collection and reporting of national inventories for radioactive waste and spent fuel. SWIFT complements the IAEA database on radioactive waste and spent fuel called Spent Fuel and Radioactive Waste Information System (SRIS) that contains information on spent fuel and radioactive waste management programmes, inventories, as well as the applicable laws and regulations, waste management policies, and plans and activities. As the national version of SRIS, SWIFT mirrors essential functionalities while accommodating the unique needs of Member States in national-level data collection. Its seamless connection to SRIS enables smooth data transfer between the two platforms.SWIFT, designed to facilitate Member States in collecting and reporting data on national inventories, incorporates a module based on the Radioactive Waste Management Registry. This feature allows SWIFT to also serve as a tool for everyday inventory management in various facilities that includes the tracking and controlling of radioactive waste, including disused sealed radioactive sources. SWIFT enables the management and recording of reliable information on radioactive waste throughout its entire life cycle, from generation to disposal. Additionally, SWIFT acts as a managerial tool, providing an immediate overview of various waste management steps and needs. This comprehensive functionality supports planning, resource optimization, real-time data monitoring, effective dissemination of information, timely decision-making, and the implementation of necessary actions.The purpose of the event is to promote knowledge exchange among existing users of the IAEA's Spent Fuel and Radioactive Waste Inventory Tool (SWIFT). Participants will share experiences and lessons learned, as well as providing feedback on the system. The event also aims to demonstrate the functionalities, utility and benefits of using SWIFT to establish and maintain a comprehensive inventory of radioactive waste, including spent fuel and disused sealed radioactive sources declared as waste. Member States who have yet to adopt the system will have the opportunity to explore and understand its value and consider utilization.The SWIFT Virtual Training Workshop is for Member States that are planning to develop a national inventory system or progressing and improving the inventory system. The meeting is also targeted to Member States interested in exploring ways to improve reporting efficiency.