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Key Issue: Training Model
Several training models can conceivably add value for construction and O&M workers. Because training in construction skills is mostly covered by trade schools, attention should be directed to teaching the specialized skills needed by the advanced nuclear workforce. In the current nuclear model, this nuclear-specific training is covered by accredited training programs maintained by the licensee for each reactor. With differing owner/operator models, and potentially more standard designs with less safety related plant equipment, the old model should be reconsidered.
Priority
2
Status
On Track
Develop the training model that suits advanced reactor workforce:
-Define requirements
-Define regulatory model
-Clarify ownership of training delivery and accreditation
Action Owner : NEI, CNA, EPRI and INPO with support from others identified by RIB
Need Date:
Minimum two years from deployment of first advanced reactors
Key Issue: Small Forging Facilities Inadequate to Handle Demand
Although the United States and Canada have capabilities to support smaller forgings, piping, and other components, these capabilities will be strained as construction and deployment of advanced reactors proceed. Additionally, for many of the nuclear components, these suppliers will need to acquire and maintain their certifications to fabricate nucleargrade components.
Priority
1
Status
On Track
Increase the capacity of small forging capacity:
1) Document current domestic/regional production capabilities and the projected need for small forging facilities. Identify specific production and capability gaps.
2) Connect candidate forgers with developers via workshops and industry events to establish shared demand and economies to establish and/or re-establish.
3) Bring together gaps, industry demand, and candidate manufacturers with applicable funding opportunities and initiatives under the IRA and similar funding opportunities
4) Form new or join existing consortiums to establish necessary forging capabilities and proof of concept research with shared resources.
Action Owner : 1) NEI, EPRI (GAIN) 2) EPRI, NEI 3) NEI, CNA EPRI, RIB 4) AR vendors, suppliers, owner/operators
Need Date:
1) 2023
2) 2023 - 2030
3) 2023 - 2030
4) 2030
Key Issue: Shortage of Nuclear Grade Components
The supply chain for nuclear-grade (Appendix B-Compliant QA Program and N-Stamp qualified manufacturers) components, although generally available for the current operating fleet, needs to be expanded to meet advanced reactor needs. To secure manufacturer/supply source for needed nuclear-grade components, a plan should be identified and executed. The plan should include feedback from interested stakeholders and should be endorsed by the regulators.
Priority
1
Status
On Track
Establish a sufficient supply of nuclear grade components:
1) Document current domestic/regional capabilities and the projected need for nuclear grade components. Identify gaps
2) Launch domestic/regional "Nuclear Grade Supplier Development Program(s)". Use this service to help non-nuclear suppliers.
3) Establish and/or contribute to task groups in nuclear codes & standards to enable procurement of low risk-significant or low safety-significant components with reduced auditing burden.
4) Expand upon establish processes to procure low risk-significant or low safety-significant components from non-nuclear suppliers.
Action Owner : 1) NEI, CNA, EPRI, (GAIN) 2) NEI, CNA, EPRI, INPO, suppliers 3) ASME 4) EPRI, CNA, NEI, RIB
Need Date:
1) 2023
2) 2024
3) 2025 - 2028
4) 2023 - 2028