The Practical Aspects of Incorporating HF Considerations Into Design Changes at Nuclear Facilities - A Contractor’s Perspective

Abstract

This paper describes, from a contractor's perspective, the practical aspects of incorporating HF requirements into design changes at nuclear facilities. It is based on the experience of HF personnel at SNC-Lavalin Nuclear, the largest private nuclear engineering company in Canada, during several projects that required HF analysis based on CNSC and NUREG regulatory guidance (G-276, G-278, NUREG-0711).

The paper presents examples of practical considerations and challenges encountered, approaches taken, and lessons learned. By providing insight into the HF process within a contractor's organization, it helps other stakeholders better assess their role in expediting HF work in the future.