The role of inspection and plant monitoring in assuring safety of AGR steam plant

This paper describes the strategy for assuring safety of AGR steam plant and for optimising plant lifetime. The strategy is based on assessment, periodic inspection and regular monitoring for steam leaks. The scope and nature of the inspections are determined by a comprehensive suite of inspection guidelines. Regular monitoring for steam leaks plays a complementary role to inspection during shutdowns, and in critical locations continuous steam leak detection systems may be installed.