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What is 10CFR50 Appendix B?
The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is
responsible
for licensing and monitoring the operation of nuclear utility power
plants throughout the U.S. under legislation passed by Congress as
Title 10 of the Code of Federal Regulations.
Appendix B to
Section 50, (i.e. 10CFR50 Appendix B) contains the 18 quality assurance
criteria that the nuclear plant operator must meet. Plant
operators pass these requirements down to their suppliers if you wish
to sell materials, services, equipment, software, or other products for
the operation of the facility, must also meet these
requirements.
Click here to read 10CFR50 Appendix B.
What is ASME NQA-1?
ASME NQA-1 provides supplemental information and
contract requirements on implementing the requirements of 10 CFR 50
Appendix B. This document provides guidance and methods for
defining a quality system that would meet the legislative
requirements.
What is Commercial Grade
Dedication?
If an item was not manufactured to NQA-1
standards, it
can undergo a commercial grade dedication. By this process,
all
the safety critical characteristics of the item are identified and
verified by testing, inspection, or performance evaluation.
How do I get NQA-1
Certified?
There is no central recognized body that provides
a
"NQA-1 Certification". Approval of your quality system is
done by
self audit through an independent auditor, such as those that supplied
by Arsenal Consulting. The customer is then responsible for qualifying
the supplier through various means including an on-site audit.
10CFR21 Report of
Noncompliances
This legislation provides for responsibilities and
rights for those suppliers who are aware of a noncompliance delivered
to the customer. If an individual or company is aware of a
noncompliance that may affect the safety-related performance of a
product, then the supplier is responsible for notifying the NRC as well
as the customer. Failure to report may result in criminal
charges
on the supplier or cognizant individuals.
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