ASME BPVC.IX.2, 2021 Edition – Rules for Construction of Power Boilers

Section XI, Division 2 – provides the requirements for the creation of the Reliability and Integrity Management (RIM) Program for advanced nuclear reactor designs. This Program is an alternative approach to the rules in Division 1 of this Section. The RIM Program addresses the entire life cycle for all types of nuclear power plants, it requires a combination of monitoring, examination, tests, operation, and maintenance requirements that ensures each Structure, System, and Component (SSC) meets plant risk and reliability goals that are selected for the RIM Program. Application of this Section of the Code begins when the requirements of the Construction Code have been satisfied. The rules of this Section constitute requirements to maintain the nuclear power plant while in operation and to return the plant to service following plant outages. The rules require a mandatory program to evidence adequate safety and manage deterioration and aging effects. The rules also stipulate duties of the Authorized Nuclear Inservice Inspector to verify that the mandatory program has been completed, permitting the plant to return to service in a safe and expeditious manner.

What are the Referenced Standards for 2021 BPVC Section XI, Division 2 (ASME BPVC-XI-2)?

ASME NQA-1 – Quality Assurance Program Requirements for Nuclear Facilities
ASME QAI-1 – Qualifications for Authorized Inspection
ASME RA-S-1.1 – Standard for Level 1/Large Early Release Frequency Probabilistic Risk Assessment for Nuclear Power Plant Applications
What are the key changes for 2021 BPVC Section XI, Division 2 (ASME BPVC-XI-2)?
Figures I-1.1-1 through I-1.1-6 replaced the original Figures I-1.1-1 through I-1.1-7 to fully integrate the flowcharts to convey the RIM process more effectively
What is the ISBN for 2021 BPVC Section XI, Division 2 (ASME BPVC-XI-2)?

978-0-7918-7429-5

General Product Information:

Document Type	PDF
ISBN	9780791874295
Pages	151
Document Language	English
Publisher	American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)
Status	Current