349.3R-02
Evaluation of Existing Nuclear Safety Related Concrete Structures
2002, 19 pp.
$44.50

This report recommends guidelines for the evaluation of existing nuclear safety-related concrete structures. The purpose of this report is to provide the plant owner and engineering staff with an appropriate procedure and background for examining the performance of facility structures and taking appropriate actions based on observed conditions. Methods of examination, including visual inspection and testing techniques, and their recommended applications are cited. Guidance related to acceptance criteria for various forms of degradation is also provided.

Contents:
Chapter 1 - Introduction

Chapter 2 - General Methodology

Chapter 3 - Evaluation procedure

3.1 - Scope

3.2 - Selective Evaluation

3.3 - Periodic Evaluation

3.4 - Evaluation Procedure Development

3.5 - Evaluation Techniques

Chapter 4 - Degradation Mechanisms

4.1 - General

4.2 - Concrete Degradation

4.3 - Conventional Reinforcing and Structural Steel Degradation

4.4 - Prestressing Steel Degradation

Chapter 5 - Evaluation Criteria

5.1 - Acceptance Without Further Evaluation

5.2 - Acceptance After Review

5.3 - Conditions Requiring Further Evaluation

Chapter 6 - Evaluation Frequency

Chapter 7 - Qualifications of Evaluation Team

Chapter 8 - Repair

Chapter 9 - References

9.1-Referenced standards and reports

9.2- Cited references