The RA Storage Requests list serves as a structured management tool for the identification, registration, and coordination of equipment requiring storage following Long Shutdown 3 (LS3), with particular attention to radioactive (RA) materials subject to controlled handling and regulatory compliance.
The list provides a consolidated inventory of items submitted by CERN projects and departments. For each entry, it typically records a detailed description of the equipment, quantity, physical characteristics (e.g., dimensions and weight), and, where applicable, radiological classification. Additional information may include specific storage requirements such as controlled-area designation, shielding provisions, handling constraints, and expected storage duration.
To support space optimisation and operational planning, the dataset may include logistical attributes such as stackability. This indicates whether items can be safely stacked, the permissible stacking height, or any restrictions due to structural integrity, radiological considerations, or handling constraints. Such information enables more efficient warehouse layout design and maximised use of available storage volume.
The list may also contain a comments field used to capture supplementary information that does not fit into structured fields. Comments can include special handling instructions, packaging details, uncertainties in data, safety notes, coordination remarks, or updates provided during the review process. This qualitative input supports informed decision-making and facilitates communication between requestors and storage management teams.
Beyond its inventory function, the list operates as a planning and approval instrument. It identifies the requesting unit, anticipated storage timelines, logistical considerations, and priority level. The system supports status tracking (e.g., submitted, under review, validated, allocated) to ensure transparency and traceability throughout the storage allocation process.
Overall, the RA Storage Requests list facilitates coordination between project teams and central storage and logistics management. It contributes to optimized space utilization, compliance with radiation protection and safety standards, and effective long-term storage capacity planning.