If a citizens’ band (CB) radio is being used, all escorts and drivers should be knowledgeable of the specific CB channels normally monitored by the LLEA and Radio Emergency Associated Communications Teams (REACT) as they pass through different jurisdictions on the shipment route. If an emergency arises, the occupants of each transport or escort vehicle are then capable of independently contacting the LLEA by CB radio. This information should be indicated on the route overview. In addition to voice communication, 10 CFR 73.37(c)(6) requires licensees to ensure that shipments are continuously and actively monitored by a telemetric position monitoring system or an alternative tracking system reporting to a movement control center. The movement control center shall provide positive confirmation of the location, status, and control over the shipment. Additionally, the movement control center shall implement preplanned procedures in response to deviations from the authorized route or a notification of actual, attempted, or suspicious activities related to the theft, loss, or diversion of a shipment. These procedures will include, but are not limited to, the identification of and contact information for the appropriate LLEA along the shipment route. 3.3. Immobilization of Transport Vehicle As required by 10 CFR 73.37(c)(4), the transport vehicle must be equipped with NRC-approved features that permit immobilization of the cab or cargo-carrying portion of the vehicle. This requirement applies equally to all transport vehicles used in a single shipment. In this requirement, immobilization means rendering the loaded transport vehicle incapable of movement under its own power. The purpose of this requirement is to deny an adversary who may succeed in gaining control of a transport vehicle the ability to move or flee with the vehicle. The immobilization technique should be implemented only when it is apparent that an attempt is being made to gain unauthorized control over the shipment. Immobilization should not be initiated in a way that would endanger the driver, escorts, or members of the public. Immobilization procedures should be included in the contingency and response procedures developed in accordance with 10 CFR 73.37(b)(4). As required by 10 CFR 73.37(c)(5), operation of the immobilization technique and the procedures governing its use must be covered in both the training course for escorts and the familiarization program for drivers. 3.3.1. Immobilization Device Performance Criteria The immobilization device should meet each of the following criteria: • The immobilization device and procedure should be able to be operated and performed from inside the cab of the transport vehicle by one person. • Immobilization should occur shortly (several seconds) after the immobilization procedures are initiated. • After immobilization is accomplished, skilled technical personnel should require at least one-half hour to return the transport vehicle to normal operating conditions. It should not be possible, by coercion of the drivers or escorts, for an adversary to bypass the effects
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