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However, one or more of the departments may also share in the responsibility.
The line of communication with the FAC Engineer – ensuring that they receive the most current plant operational information, maintenance repairs and replacements, plant piping modifications, upgrades to valves and major equipment, such as heater shells – is very important. The FAC Engineer needs to evaluate the information provided and develop an inspection plan that will focus resources on the locations with the highest priority.
Editor’s note: This paper, PWR2011-55195, was printed with permission from ASME and was edited from its original format. To purchase this paper in its original format or find more information, visit the ASME Digital Store at www.asme.org.
Donald G. Gusso has worked for Altran Solutions Corp. in Boston, Mass., since 1990. His work includes developing FAC Programs, performing system susceptibility evaluations (SSE), developing and updating CHECUP/CHECWORKS models, developing recommended
inspection locations, the evaluation of component inspection data and determining if an inspected component is acceptable for continued operation. In addition, Gusso has attended and made presentations at industry conferences such as the CHECWORKS User’s Group (CHUG), as well as co-authoring reports for the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI). He currently works as the engineering manager for the Flow Accelerated Corrosion Group. Gusso has a bachelor’s degree from West Virginia University. You may contact him by e-mailing editorial@woodwardbizmedia.com.Advertisement
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