Document: NRC Regulatory Guide
Document ID: b143ccef-ed08-482d-bc4b-b4e012328090
Document Type: regulatory_guide
Title: Applications for Nuclear Power Plants (Rev. 1)
Source: NRC Regulatory Guide Division 1
Source URL: https://www.nrc.gov/docs/ML1523/ML15233A056.pdf
Revision Date: 2023-06
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Section ID: RG-1.206
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Content:
for Nuclear Power Plants: Light-Water Small Modular Reactor Edition,’” Revision 0, issued January 2014 (Ref. 105). The light-water SMR review framework documented in this SRP revision is distinct from that used by the staff for non-SMR applications; however, it satisfies the same objectives and purposes and does not change any NRC requirements for either applications or applicants. The key element of the light-water SMR review framework is the development and use of a DSRS. The NRC staff intends the SMR review framework to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of the application review process by aligning the staff review focus and resources with risk-significant SSCs and other aspects of an SMR design that contribute most to safety. The SMR review framework builds upon the review process used for non-SMR applications. The staff implements the review framework for a specific SMR design during preapplication interactions and the application review process. The success of the implementation depends on both the willingness of the prospective applicant to engage with the NRC staff and the availability and timeliness of detailed safety and risk information from the prospective applicant. The staff documents the results of applying the review framework for the specific design in the DSRS. Standard Review Plan and Design-Specific Review Standards The SRP is the comprehensive and integrated document that provides the NRC staff reviewer with guidance describing methods or approaches that the staff has found acceptable for meeting NRC requirements. The staff’s implementation of the guidelines and the review criteria in the SRP during the review of applications provides assurance that a given design will comply with NRC regulations and provide adequate protection of the public health and safety. The SRP is maintained current through an ongoing update and revision process and is publicly available. For SMR applicants that choose not to engage the NRC staff in