The Nuclear Safety and Security Centre (NSSC) is committed to advancing nuclear safety, security, and risk management. As a specialised centre, NSSC leads national efforts to safeguard radioactive materials, nuclear installations, and related infrastructure through cutting-edge research, technical consultancy, and capacity building.

 

From insider threat mitigation to drone vulnerability assessments, the Centre supports Ghana’s peaceful nuclear agenda while strengthening resilience against emerging risks. NSSC serves as a trusted partner to government agencies, industry leaders, academic institutions, and international organisations.

 

Vision

To become Africa’s leading Centre of Excellence in nuclear safety, security, and risk management, contributing to global efforts in peaceful nuclear applications.

 

Mission

To promote a robust framework for nuclear safety and security through research, training, and regulatory support, protecting people, the environment, and national interests.

 

Core Functions

  • Conduct research on nuclear security systems, insider threats, and emerging risks.
  • Provide consultancy on radiological safety audits and emergency response planning.
  • Deliver training on physical protection, nuclear material control, and security culture.
  • Collaborate with international partners to enhance nuclear security capacity.

 

Impact and Achievements

  • Strengthens Ghana’s resilience against insider threats, drone vulnerabilities, and supply chain risks.
  • Supports national and international nuclear security frameworks through IAEA collaborations.
  • Builds capacity among scientists, regulators, and facility operators in nuclear safety and security.
  • Enhances public trust in peaceful nuclear applications through evidence-based safeguards.
  • Led Ghana’s participation in IAEA Coordinated Research Projects on drone threats and counterfeit equipment.
  • Developed Ghana’s first integrated risk-based physical protection assessment framework.
  • Drafted institutional policies on visitor management, document control, and surveillance monitoring.
  • Represented Ghana at international forums, including ATOMEXPO (Russia) and IRPA Congress (USA).
  • Published technical reports and peer-reviewed studies advancing global nuclear security knowledge.

NSSC provides specialised technical and advisory services to support safe and secure nuclear operations:

  • Radiological safety audits and quality assurance for nuclear and radiological facilities
  • Threat and vulnerability assessments, including insider risks and supply chain security
  • Design and evaluation of nuclear security systems, including physical protection and emergency planning
  • Training programmes on nuclear security culture, material control, and insider threat prevention
  • Consultancy support for regulatory compliance, IAEA peer reviews, and national security planning
  • Commercial services, including fee-based training and baseline assessments for mining and medical sectors

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  • IAEA CRP J02018: Risk assessment of drone threats at nuclear facilities (2025–2028)
  • IAEA CRP J02019: Counterfeit, fraudulent, and suspect items in nuclear supply chains
  • IAEA CRP J02010: Insider threat mitigation strategies for GAEC facilities
  • PhD Research: Security system modelling at Tomsk Polytechnic University, Russia
  • Technical Reports: Physical protection system design, supply chain security, and insider threat methodologies

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NSSC operates specialised infrastructure to support simulation, training, and field assessments:

  • Nuclear Security Laboratory: Equipped for threat modelling, risk analysis, and system simulation
  • Radiological Assessment Laboratories: Portable detectors and NDA tools for contamination investigations
  • Simulation and Training Rooms: Planned spaces for physical protection drills and cybersecurity exercises
  • Shared GAEC Infrastructure: Access to GHARR-1 reactor and gamma irradiation facilities for research and testing
  • Insider threat risk assessment and trustworthiness programmes
  • Physical protection system design and integrated risk management
  • Nuclear security culture enhancement and training module development
  • Counterfeit and suspect item verification in nuclear procurement
  • Drone threat detection and cybersecurity for nuclear facilities

Environmental radioactivity and NORM assessment in mining and medical sectors

Physical Address:

Nuclear Safety and Security Center (NSSC)

P.O. Box LG 80

Legon

 

Digital Address (GPS):

GE-257-0465

 

Phone:

Tel: (+233) 30 39 73 790

Tel: (+233) 31 22 98 049

 

Email:

rpi@gaec.gov.gh

 

Have a nuclear safety inquiry or training request? Contact our team for expert guidance and support.