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Document ID (ISN)39646
CIS number 83-632
Year 1982
Convention or series no. ANSI/ASME OM4-1982
Title Examination and testing of nuclear power plant dynamic restraints (snubbers)
Bibliographic information American Society of Mechanical Engineers, United Engineering Center, 345 East 47th Street, New York, N.Y. 10017, USA, 1982. 11p.
Abstract This standard (approved as an American National Standard: 19 Aug. 1982) lays down general requirements for the periodic inspection and testing of nuclear power plant equipment dynamic restraints (snubbers), the malfunction of which would significantly increase the occurrence or the consequences of an accident or the malfunction of equipment important to safety. Sections cover: responsibility for implementation; terminology; principles and guidelines; pre-service inspection; in-service inspection; records and record keeping. Appendices deal with: examination checklist items; and design and operating information.
Descriptors (primary) USA; pressure vessels and systems; equipment testing; nuclear power stations; safety valves
Descriptors (secondary) in-service testing; responsibilities; periodical checks; standard
Document type F - Information notes, codes of practice, standards
Subject(s) Pressure vessels and systems
Broad subject area(s)
Browse category(ies) Power generation and distribution
Compressed gases and pressure vessels