Nuclear Structure & Reactor Component Inspections

Service Scope & Examination Focus

Category Objectives

• Identify physical damage, deterioration and installation defects.
• Check specified physical characteristics against agreed acceptance criteria.
• Examine containment, protective features and component condition.
• Establish traceable findings for identified assets and locations.
• Support maintenance, repair and replacement priorities.
• Verify specified rectifications through targeted reinspection.

Inspection Methodology

Inspection is tailored to identified assets and relevant physical acceptance criteria. Suitable examination methods establish condition, with coverage and limitations recorded throughout.

• Define scope. Confirm assets, boundaries, inspection purpose, technical criteria and deliverables.
• Plan the assignment. Select competent specialists, suitable methods and appropriate instruments.
• Confirm site readiness. Establish access, operating status and preparations with responsible personnel.
• Identify inspected items. Record asset identifiers, locations, configurations and physical characteristics.
• Conduct the examination. Inspect condition, workmanship, connections and protective features.
• Evaluate and communicate. Compare evidence with criteria and promptly communicate significant defects.
• Report and reinspect. Issue findings and limitations; reinspect specified rectifications where commissioned.

Key Deliverables & Outcomes

• Traceable records of inspected assets and examination coverage.
• Documented defects, deterioration and installation discrepancies.
• Item-specific conformity findings where supported by sufficient evidence.
• Clear information for prioritising remedial work.
• Recorded status of any commissioned reinspection.