A risk-based review of Instrument Air systems at nuclear power plants
- Science Applications International Corp., McLean, VA (USA)
- Brookhaven National Lab., Upton, NY (USA)
The broad objective of this analysis was to provide risk-based information to help focus regulatory actions related to Instrument Air (IA) systems at operating nuclear power plants. We first created an extensive data base of summarized and characterized IA-related events that gave a qualitative indication of the nature and severity of these events. Additionally, this data base was used to calculate the frequencies of certain events, which were used in the risk analysis. The risk analysis consisted of reviewing published PRAs and NRC Accident Sequence Precursor reports for IA-initiated accident sequences, IA interactions with frontline systems, and IA-related risk significant events. Sensitivity calculations were performed when possible. Generically, IA was found to contribute less to total risk than many safety systems; however, specific design weaknesses in safety systems, non-safety systems, and the IA system were found to be significant in risk. 22 refs., 13 figs., 24 tabs.
- Research Organization:
- Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Washington, DC (USA). Div. of Systems Research; Brookhaven National Lab. (BNL), Upton, NY (United States); Science Applications International Corp., McLean, VA (USA)
- Sponsoring Organization:
- USNRC
- DOE Contract Number:
- AC02-76CH00016
- OSTI ID:
- 7170143
- Report Number(s):
- NUREG/CR-5472; BNL-NUREG-52220; ON: TI90006779; TRN: 90-007047
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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