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ATTACHMENT 65001.06

INSPECTION OF ITAAC-RELATED INSTALLATION OF

MECHANICAL COMPONENTS

PROGRAM APPLICABILITY: 2503

65001.06-01 INSPECTION OBJECTIVES

01.01 To determine whether mechanical component installation and related licensee quality 

control activities are being performed in accordance with the Design Control Document (DCD), 

design specifications, Code requirements, approved procedures, and regulatory requirements. 

01.02 To determine whether the technical requirements in the facility Safety Analysis Report 

(SAR) associated with mechanical component test and verification activities have been 

adequately translated to the construction specifications, drawings, and work procedures as 

evidenced by the resulting mechanical component installations, and the related quality 

assurance activities are being performed in accordance with design specifications, Code 

requirements, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

01.03 To determine whether mechanical component installation welding is being conducted in 

accordance with design specifications, Code requirements, and approved procedures. 

01.04 To determine, through independent observation and evaluation, that the general 

records, welding records, and the test and verification records for mechanical components 

reflect that work was accomplished in accordance with the design specifications, Code 

requirements, and procedures. 

01.05 To evaluate the adequacy of the implementation of the specific quality assurance

program requirements related to mechanical component installation activities and verify that 

problems are entered into the corrective action process. 

65001.06-02 INSPECTION REQUIREMENTS AND GUIDANCE

For purposes of this procedure, Mechanical Components include all classes (ASME and nonsafety) of various types of equipment (e.g., pumps, heat exchangers, strainers, unique steel 

support structures for components, fabricated metal tanks, the Pressurizer for PWRs, and the 

Steam Generators for PWRs). It does not include valves, HVAC equipment, pipe supports, or 

the reactor vessel.
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NUREG-0800, Standard Review Plan, Section 17.5, "Quality Assurance Program Description -

Design Certification, Early Site Permit and New License Applications," ASME Boiler & Pressure 

Vessel Code (BPV Code), Section III, and ASME Standard NQA-1 "Quality Assurance 

Requirements for Nuclear Facility Applications," provide guidance concerning all phases of this 

procedure. The ASME Operation and Maintenance of Nuclear Power Plants, Division 1, “OM 

Code: Section IST,” (OM Code) also includes preservice and inservice testing requirements for 

pumps and dynamic restraints within the scope of this IP. The NRC regulations in Section 55a 

of 10 CFR Part 50 incorporates by reference the ASME BPV Code and OM Code with specific 

limitations and modifications.

The regulatory basis for safety-related mechanical components is found in 10 CFR 50, 

Appendix B; for example, Criterion III, “Design Control,” Criterion IV, “Procurement Document 

Control,” and Criterion XI, “Test Control.” In addition, the ASME BPV Code, Section III, Parts 

NB, NC, and ND, and the ASME OM Code contain requirements for fabrication, installation, 

testing, and tagging applicable mechanical components.

02.01 General Installation. Select a sufficient number of mechanical components, including 

all targeted mechanical component ITAACs, covering general installation requirements for 

review. Through direct inspection, confirm the following attributes, as applicable, have been 

met:

a. Installation requirements including: proper location and placement, volume, area 

dimensions, quantity, material type/shape/size, special features such as coatings and 

insulation, orientation, alignment, seismic and other mounting requirements (i.e., 

torqueing or tightening of nuts, bolts and expansion anchors), flow direction, lubrication, 

tolerances, and expansion clearance. Requirements can be located in engineering 

drawings, engineering specifications and the work packages.

b. All packaging material is removed from mechanical components at the time of 

installation in accordance with the installation procedure. Verify that all foreign matter is 

removed and is excluded from re-entering the mechanical component. Verify that the 

method of protection and exclusion is in accordance with the manufacturer’s guidance. 

c. Adhere to the precautions which can if followed prevent damage during placement and 

mounting.

d. Availability and use of specially trained personnel and special tools or equipment which

conforms to the manufacturer's instructions.

e. Correct drawings and work procedures are available to installers. Installation 

requirements, construction drawings, specifications, and work procedures are the latest 

revisions.

f. Hold points are observed and quality inspections are properly conducted, as required.

g. Lifting and rigging are in accordance with procedures and requirements. 
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h. Installation cold setting locations meet requirements.

i. Preparation of installation and inspection records meets quality program requirements.

j. Field changes that apply to the work being observed have been correctly processed.

k. Design installation requirements that affect environmental qualification of mechanical 

components are satisfied, as applicable.

Guidance: This inspection should be performed as often as significant mechanical 

component installation activities are taking place, and should be performed as necessary to 

ensure targeted ITAAC are inspected. If no significant activities or targeted ITAAC activities 

have taken place during an extended period (approximately six months) during the component 

installation construction period at a construction site, then consideration should be given to 

performing an additional inspection using this IP. 

For components, the inspector should pay particular attention to the traceability of material and 

equipment to prevent the use of incorrect or defective materials, parts and components. The 

inspector should ensure that required identification of the item is maintained by heat number, 

part number, serial number or other similar means, either on the item or on records traceable to 

the item, and that required markings are on the item. 

In the case of fasteners, compliance with the material specification (e.g., ASTM or ASME 

material and grade) should be verified by required markings on the bolts and nuts and the 

certified material test reports or certificates of conformance as required by the procurement 

drawings and specifications and/or by the codes and specifications. 

In the case of vendor-supplied equipment assemblies containing fasteners, samples should be 

inspected to verify compliance with approved vendor drawings and specifications and other 

information such as materials used for equipment qualification tests and/or analyses. 

Field observations can include independent measurement/observation or observation of 

licensee/contractor inspections. While all applicable attributes do not need to be reviewed for 

each sample, the majority should be reviewed and samples/attributes reviewed should include 

all facets of installation activities. 

Records should document the status of the installed component. They should confirm required 

inspections have been performed by appropriately qualified personnel. And, they should 

confirm all critical installation and ITAAC requirements have been met. The records should be 

properly stored in accordance with quality assurance requirements. 

Typical problems which can occur in this area include, but are not limited to:

- Inadequate or unclear guidance for installers and inspectors. 

- Use of improper or uncalibrated tools for installation and measurement.

- Weak management coordination which can result in skipped hold points or other errors 

in installation. 

- Record storage and/or retrieval problems. 
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Generic QA implementation processes, such as receiving inspections and component and 

records storage, are inspected separately, however, the inspector should remain mindful of any 

problems that reflect on performance in these areas and report these to the NRC regional 

inspectors for that task area. 

02.02 Component Welding. If welding is required for component installation (other than pipe 

welding), then select a sufficient sample of welds for review. Confirm the applicable attributes 

listed in IP 65001.B, “Inspection of the ITAAC-Related Welding Program”, have been met.

Guidance: The inspector should determine what specific acceptance criteria are specified in 

the ITAAC including those associated with the attributes and select those that are best 

confirmed through observation. Others should be confirmed through record/data review. 

The samples should include sufficient variety to assure the different welding processes and 

material combinations are observed for each subcontractor, group or division performing ITAAC 

related welding. This scope applies to both observations and record reviews. A variety of 

nondestructive examination processes should also be included in the inspection sample. If 

welding is required for component installation, select one or two welds per component, for a 

minimum of five welds for review. 

Records should provide traceability to all aspects of the welding activity including weld 

procedures used, welders, material certifications, inspections performed and their results, 

inspectors, and qualification record for procedures and personnel. These records, including 

radiographs, should be retained and stored in accordance with QA requirements.

02.03 Post Installation Activities. Select a sufficient number of mechanical components to

enable implementation of the inspection objectives. Ensure targeted ITAAC inspection 

requirements are satisfied, and if necessary, select additional mechanical components based on 

their risk-significance or uniqueness of design/installation. The selected components should be 

from several different systems and, if possible, fabricated/installed by different subcontractors. 

The selection should emphasize, but must not be limited to, the components previously selected 

for Section 02.01. 

Through direct observation, confirm the following actions are completed for these components. 

a. Licensee surveillance activities are being performed according to instructions.

b. Protection is provided as required, including protection against such conditions as 

adverse temperature, humidity, flooding, and foreign materials, such as dirt, dust, soda 

cans, and general debris.

c. Lubrication, rotation, and electrical resistance checks are being performed, if required.

d. Records are being maintained, recording the status of installed components.

e. Recording methods such as; stamps, tags, markings, etc. are being used to prevent 

omission of inspections by the licensee: to record the completion of tests; to record 

acceptances; and preclude inadvertent operation.
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f. Component manufacturer maintenance recommendations are being implemented.

Guidance: Post installation activities should be observed throughout the construction period 

frequently enough to allow formation of a conclusion that mechanical components, equipment, 

and supports are properly serviced or maintained, if required, until final turnover.

02.04 Testing and Verification. Select a sufficient number of ITAAC-related mechanical 

component testing and verification activities to assure testing and verification are conducted in 

accordance with approved procedures and that acceptance criteria have been met.

Inspection requirements include:

a. Verify proper test and verification activity and frequency in accordance with postinstallation, pre-service, or inservice test program, as applicable.

b. Verify use of appropriately signed and dated test and verification procedures for 

component testing and verification. Verify that the procedure steps are executed in the 

correct sequence. If the sequence of steps is changed for some reason, verify that the 

change does not invalidate the test results.

c. Verify calibration of test equipment.

d. Verify qualification of test and other personnel participating in testing and verification 

activities.

e. Confirm industrial safety of personnel and equipment during test and verification 

activities.

f. Verify that preconditioning of component performance is not specifically or inadvertently 

occurring in preparation for the test and verification activity.

g. Review licensee evaluation of test data and verification results in comparison to 

acceptance criteria.

h. Verify that unsatisfactory test results and any conditions adverse to quality are entered 

into the corrective action program. 

Guidance: This inspection should be coordinated with IP 65001.C, “Inspection of the ITAACRelated Construction Test Program,” IP 65001.D, “Inspection of the ITAAC-Related Operational 

Testing Program,” and applicable IMC 2504 guidance, such as pre-service inspection and preservice testing program inspections. Sample size will be dependent on guidance from these 

procedures and the targeted ITAAC set.

The inspector should determine the specific acceptance criteria that were established and select 

for observation those that are best confirmed through observation. Others should be confirmed 

through record/data review. The inspector should focus on those testing and verification 

activities related to safety-significant systems. 
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02.05 Problem Identification and Resolution. The inspector should confirm that problems 

identified during the inspection were entered into the licensee/constructor corrective action 

program in accordance with program requirements. In order to check the extent of condition 

and confirm the effectiveness of the licensee’s corrective measures, the inspector should review 

licensee actions to address similar or related problems that were previously identified.

Guidance: This inspection is to verify that problems are entered into the corrective action 

process and that corrective actions appropriate to the circumstances are developed and 

undertaken. The inspector should review the relative priority of the actions to verify that issues 

are addressed and prioritized depending on their importance to safety. Inspections of Quality 

Assurance Program implementation, including the corrective action program, will be performed 

under the MC 2504 inspection program. 

65001.06-03 RESOURCE ESTIMATE

Inspection resources necessary to complete this inspection procedure are estimated to be 1600 

hours of direct inspection effort over the course of plant construction.

65001.06-04 REFERENCES

10 CFR 50.55a, “Codes and standards.”

10 CFR Part 50, Appendix B, “Quality Assurance Criteria for Nuclear Power Plants and Fuel 

Reprocessing Plants.” 

ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code, Section III.

ASME Operation and Maintenance of Nuclear Power Plants, Division 1, “OM Code: Section 

IST.”

NUREG-0800, Standard Review Plan, Section 17.5, "Quality Assurance Program Description -

Design Certification, Early Site Permit and New License Applications."

ASME Standard NQA-1, “Quality Assurance Requirements for Nuclear Facility Applications.”

Generic Letter 81-07, "Control of Heavy Loads" 

NUREG-0612, "Control of Heavy Loads at Nuclear Power Plants" 

Regulatory Guide 1.14, Reactor Coolant Pump Flywheel Integrity

Regulatory Guide 1.36, Nonmetallic Thermal Insulation for Austenitic Stainless Steel

Regulatory Guide 1.44, Control of the Use of Sensitized Stainless Steel
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Regulatory Guide 1.54, Service Level I, II and III Protective Coatings Applied to Nuclear Power

Plants 

Regulatory Guide 1.84, Design and Fabrication Code Case Acceptability, ASME Section III, 

Division 1

Regulatory Guide 1.143, Design Guidance for Radioactive Waste Management Systems, 

Structures, and Components Installed in Light-Water-Cooled Nuclear Power Plants

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Attachment 1: 

 Revision History
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Attachment 1 - Revision History for 65001.06

Commitment 

Tracking 

Number

Accession Number

Issue Date

Change Notice

Description of Change Description of 

Training Required 

and Completion Date

Comment and 

Feedback Resolution 

Accession Number

(Pre-Decisional, 

Non-Public)

N/A

04/18/08

CN 08-012

Researched commitments for 4 years 

and found none.

Initial issuance

N/A N/A

N/A ML14204A721

01/27/15

CN 15-001

Periodic Update. N/A N/A