Abstract: This article analyzes the current status of decision-making strategies and related preparations for emergency termination of nuclear power plant accident in China. In comparison with the guidance and suggestions on work arrangements related to nuclear and radiation emergency termination in the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) General Safety Guidelines GSG-11 “Arrangements for the Termination of Nuclear and Radiological Emergency”, combined with China’s national conditions and practical work experience, relevant suggestions for improving decision-making strategies for termination of nuclear power plant emergency are proposed, with the aim of providing reference for improving China’s nuclear emergency preparedness and response capabilities, and improving the preparation for the transition phase from accident emergency status to normal production and social life status.

Key words: nuclear accidents, termination of emergency, transition phase