2. Steps in the AP913 process developed by INPO

2.1 Preamble

INPO does not recommend specific solutions for implementing each process in AP913. It leaves it up to operators to decide on the appropriate strategy for deploying AP913, adapted to the specific features of the nuclear power plants they operate. Apart from the USA, other countries have adopted this approach in full or in part, adapting the various criteria of this maintenance strategy for existing plants (Belgium, France, Korea) or those under construction, including the EPR™ (European Pressurized-Water Reactor ).

AP913 aims to increase equipment reliability to improve safety and availability. It describes the processes for continuous improvement of equipment and system reliability. The recommendations of AP913 include not only classic MBF methodology,...