ML19077A312
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| ML19077A312 | |
| Person / Time | |
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| Issue date: | 03/18/2019 |
| From: | Nicole Coovert NRC/RGN-II |
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| Sakadales A | |
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| Download: ML19077A312 (8) | |
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NRC Preparations for Transition from Construction to Operations Nicole Coovert Chief (Acting), Division of Construction Oversight, Inspection Branch-1 U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC),
Region II
Key Messages
- Construction program lessons learned are improving inspection efficiency and maintaining effectiveness
- Innovative project oversight and planning are ensuring NRC readiness for construction completion and test activities
- NRC startup test observations at Sanmen Nuclear Power Station support inspection Vogtle Unit 3 Containment readiness December 2018 Courtesy of Georgia Power Company
Agenda
- Effectively meeting construction and operational inspection challenges
- Implementing innovative project oversight Vogtle Unit 4December 2018 Courtesy of Georgia Power
- Leveraging international Company experience
Effectively Meeting Construction and Operational Inspection Challenges
- NRC organizational structure established the foundation for transition to operations
- The NRC is effectively implementing inspections using well-qualified staff Inspector Observing Inspector Accumulator Lift Performing Safety-Related Rebar Inspection
Effectively Meeting Construction and Operational Inspection Challenges (cont.)
- Well-established programs and processes
- Integrated use of metrics
- Diverse communication tools NRC Public Web Site Link:
https://www.nrc.gov/reactors/new-reactors/new-licensing-files/vog3-itaac-dshbrd.pdf https://www.nrc.gov/reactors/new-reactors/new-licensing-files/vog4-itaac-dshbrd.pdf
Implementing Innovative Project Oversight
- Vogtle Readiness Group establishes oversight, guidance, and resources for the transition to operations
- Integrated Project Plan (IPP) supports agency action consistent with the licensees schedule
Leveraging International Experience
- The NRC Top of observed AP1000 Steam Generator startup program Sanmen implementation Unit 2
- NRC readiness is enhanced through Technical knowledge Training Center transfer AP1000 Simulator
Questions?