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Development of Capable Owner/Operator

Understand the characteristics and responsibilities of an Owner/Operator in the nuclear power sector, covering licensing, construction oversight, operation, safety culture, integrated management systems, staff training, and commercial competence.

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Development of Capable Owner/Operator

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  1. Development of CapableOwner/Operator David Ward

  2. The organisation which: Invites bids for construction of NPP Selects the vendor/contractor Oversees construction of NPP Licences the NPP Commissions the NPP Operates NPP Maintains NPP What is the Owner/Operator?

  3. What are the Characteristics of the Owner/Operator?

  4. It can be authorised by the nuclear regulator to operate NPP That is, it can hold a “licence” It can be Licensed • The licensed organisation carries ultimate responsibility for safety during the life of the plant

  5. The characteristics of the organisation and The attitudes of individuals ensure that Nuclear plant safety issues always receive proper attention It has a Strong Safety Culture • Effective leadership by senior management is essential

  6. A single framework to address Safety Health Environment Security Quality Economic performance Social responsibility It has an Integrated Management System

  7. Starts as a small group of experts Expands to be able to place an order for an NPP. Expands to be able to apply for a licence for the NPP Recruits and trains staff to operate the NPP Able to Manage Growth and Change

  8. Have sufficient skilled and trained staff to: Operate the plant safely Understand all safety issues Take full responsibility for safety Satisfy the nuclear regulator Technically competent

  9. Has normal commercial discipline Controls costs Maximises income Makes a profit Commercially Competent But • Commercial attitude must not conflict with the priority given to safety

  10. Document in preparation: “Initiating a Nuclear Power Programme – Responsibilities and Capabilities of the Owner/Operator” IAEA guidance

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