As with any industrial plant that stops production of its product, in this case electricity, workforce reductions occur. The workforce that remains on site are those needed to maintain the site in a safe condition. At some sites that close and go into SAFSTOR, once the nuclear fuel is placed in cannisters, the workforce typically reduces to around 50 or less For Holtec sites, the reduction will be somewhat less until completion of the decommissioning, as the staff on-site are needed support the active decommissioning. To show support for the employees at the sites, Holtec implements several ameliorative measures, viz:
- The jobs subject to elimination are announced well in advance of the date that the reduction will occur.
- The affected associates are encouraged to apply for the appropriate position (there are many) open across Holtec International.
- Those that desire to remain in the community are provided HR career assistance at their option.