Physical security analysis and simulation of the multi-layer security system for the Offshore Nuclear Plant (ONP)

Abstract

This research has investigated the effectiveness of the proposed security plan for the ONP-300 through the use of a simulation software developed by ARES Security Corporation which evaluates the plant design and security plan. This paper updates the security strategy in the earlier 2016 paper (ICONE24-61029, Charlotte, NC, Kindfuller et. al.) with the following significant additions: a modification of the plant design for security optimization, changes in the guard force based on simulations, placement of the protective barrier to prevent damage from ship explosions, and establishment of the shore station guard force, response team and key facilities.