Being a third generation advanced nuclear plant type, AP1000 has the characteristics of modular construction, “Open-Top” method lifting, etc, which simultaneously present a new challenge for site HSE management. Through studying Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) site management of the first AP1000 nuclear plant (ANP) under construction, this research analyzes the difference of HSE management aspects, such as management commitment and responsibility, HSE awareness and concept, training and education, HSE reward & punishment system and other aspects between China and the west. It also puts forward the specific idea for developing site HSE management system suitable for ANP technology characteristic and China’s actual conditions, which will provide a guarantee for the safe and smooth construction of ANP project.
As a third-generation nuclear power plant design, construction of the Westinghouse AP1000 incorporates the characteristics of modular construction and the “Open-Top” lifting method, which results in many kinds of lifting operations, whose potential failure creates increased risk to key equipment and construction personnel. Lifting by its very nature is high risk. Based on traditional safety management practices utilized at the project, lift operation characteristics were analyzed, and procedures and processes developed to manage the risk. These developed aspects included: lifting operation procedures; a construction scheme review/approval process; work planning/risk mitigation; equipment inspections; personnel certification requirements; training; crew management; special inspections; lessons learned utilization; discipline management; emergency management; and safety culture development. The authors believe that the safety management approaches discussed in this paper can provide guidance in conducting safe lift operations in other nuclear power plant projects.
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