Strategies for the Compliance: Contemporary Approaches to Equipment Qualification of Safety Related Systems for New Build Nuclear Facilities
Marek Tengler
This article addresses modern strategies for equipment qualification (EQ) in safety-related systems within nuclear facilities, focusing on ensuring reliability under harsh conditions, including seismic events, extreme temperatures, and radiation exposure. Equipment qualification is crucial in industries where failure could lead to catastrophic consequences. Contemporary approaches emphasize a risk-informed methodology, leveraging advanced simulation tools, modular design, continuous monitoring, and life-cycle-based qualification to optimize both safety and efficiency. Compliance with international standards, enhanced documentation, and robust supply chain management are critical for meeting regulatory requirements and ensuring long-term reliability. By adopting digital innovations, collaborative frameworks, and resilient design principles, nuclear facilities can better align with evolving safety standards while ensuring the functionality and safety of equipment in critical systems.
Publikacja artykułu powstała na zlecenie Ministerstwa Przemysłu w ramach realizacji
przez Izbę Gospodarczą Energetyki i Ochrony Środowiska szkolenia dla polskiego przemysłu
pod kątem wykonywania prac dla energetyki jądrowej.
Więcej w numerze 11/2024 Energetyki.
