Nuclear Industry Standards
Specialized standards for nuclear facility construction, operations, and quality assurance ensuring safety in nuclear applications.
ASME NQA-1 (Nuclear Quality Assurance) asme.org
The industry consensus standard for nuclear quality assurance created and maintained by ASME. NQA-1-2024 is the latest edition, though NQA-1-2008 remains commonly used in the supply chain. This standard establishes quality assurance requirements for nuclear facilities including design, construction, operation, and decommissioning activities. Essential for nuclear power plant suppliers and contractors.
ANSI N45.2 - Quality Assurance Program Requirements for Nuclear Facilities ansi.org
The original quality assurance standard for nuclear facilities that established fundamental requirements for nuclear quality programs. ANSI N45.2 provided the foundation for nuclear quality assurance including design control, procurement, manufacturing, and testing requirements. WITHDRAWN - Superseded by ASME NQA-1. No longer valid. Organizations should implement ASME NQA-1 for current nuclear quality requirements.
Status: Withdrawn - Superseded by ASME NQA-1
