Independent contractor and consultant in nuclear criticality safety, integrated safety analysis, and nuclear licensing, with nearly 23 years experience as the senior nuclear safety inspector and technical reviewer for fuel cycle facilities at the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission. Tripp Nuclear Consulting Services (TNCS) provides nuclear safety analysis, regulatory and licensing support, safety and regulatory reviews, and audit and assessment services, to facilitate the safe and economical use of nuclear technology, resulting in reductions in costs, delays, and regulatory burden.