Document: NUREG-0800
Document ID: f476928a-164c-486b-883e-c7bf521d9cfb
Document Type: srp
Title: QUALITY ASSURANCE PROGRAM DESCRIPTION - DESIGN CERTIFICATION,
Source: NUREG-0800
Source URL: https://www.nrc.gov/docs/ML1503/ML15037A441.pdf
Revision Date: 2023-06
Chapter: 17
Section ID: 17.5
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ed as to purpose, method, assumptions, design input, references, and units such that a person technically qualified in the subject can review and understand the analyses and verify the adequacy of the results without recourse to the originator. Documentation of design analyses includes the following, as applicable: a. Definition of the objective of the analyses. b. Definition of design inputs and their sources. c. Results of literature searches or other applicable background data. d. Identification of assumptions and indication of those that must be verified as the design proceeds. 17.5-16 Revision 1 – August 2015 e. Identification of any computer calculation, including computer type, computer program (e.g., name), revision identification, inputs, outputs, evidence of or reference to computer program verification, and the bases (or reference thereto) supporting application of the computer program to the specific physical problem. f. Review and approval. 5. The design process ensures that items and activities are selected and independently verified to ensure they are suitable for their intended application. 6. Calculations are identifiable by subject (including the SSC to which the calculation applies), originator, reviewer, and date, or by other data such that the calculations are retrievable. 7. Applicable information derived from experience, as set forth in reports or other documentation, is made available to cognizant design personnel. 8. The QA role in design and analysis activities is defined. Design documents are reviewed by individuals knowledgeable and qualified in QA to ensure the documents contain the necessary QA requirements. (Does not apply to ESP applicants’ QA programs.) (10 CFR 50.34(f)(3)(iii)(H)) 9. QA personnel are included in the documented review and concurrence in quality- related procedures associated with design, construction, and installation. (Does not apply to ESP applicants’ QA programs.) (10 CFR 50.34(f)(3)(iii)(C)) 10. Errors and