A worker received minor injuries when he fell into a reactor cavity at the Palisades Nuclear Plant in Covert Township on Tuesday, Oct. 21, according to Nick Culp, senior manager of government affairs and communications for Holtec International.
Culp released a statement that said, “While performing work inside the containment building, a Palisades contractor fell into a pool of water located above the reactor. The contractor was wearing all required personal protective equipment, including a life vest, which is standard when working near the pool without a barrier in place.”
Culp continued, “The worker was promptly assisted from the water, evaluated, monitored, and decontaminated for removable contamination in accordance with established industry standards and safety procedures. Radiological assessments are ongoing and are expected to confirm exposure well below regulatory and administrative dose limits.”
Culp concluded, “The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission was properly notified and a review of human performance factors contributing to the incident is underway. The worker sustained minor injuries from their fall and has since returned to work.”
Thursday, October 30, 2025
