Hisashi Ouchi's biography is a poignant reminder of the fragility of life and the consequences of human error in the field of nuclear energy. Born in the small town of Kōfu in Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan, Ouchi lived a relatively ordinary life until the fateful day of September 30, 1999. He was working at the Tokaimura plant when a criticality accident occurred due to improper handling of nuclear material.
Personal Details and Bio Data
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Name | Hisashi Ouchi |
| Date of Birth | March 31, 1962 |
| Occupation | Nuclear plant worker |
| Incident | Criticality accident at Tokaimura |
| Date of Accident | September 30, 1999 |
| Death | December 21, 1999 |
