- Site: Hinkley Point B
- IR number: 21-165
- Date: March 2022
- LC numbers: 11
Executive summary
Purpose of Intervention
The purpose of this intervention was to undertake a licence condition (LC) compliance inspection of EDF Energy Nuclear Generation Ltd.’s (NGL’s) Hinkley Point B Power Station. This was undertaken as part of the planned intervention strategy for the Operating Facilities Division (OFD) of the Office for Nuclear Regulation (ONR).
Interventions Carried Out by ONR
I, the nominated site inspector performed an inspection to evaluate NGL’s compliance with the following nuclear site licence condition (LCs) and legislation which are applicable provisions of the Energy Act 2013:
- LC11 – Emergency Arrangements
The intervention was performed in line with ONR's guidance requirements (as described in our technical inspection guides) in the areas inspected.
Explanation of Judgement if Safety System Not Judged to be Adequate
Not applicable – no system based inspections were completed during this intervention.
Key Findings, Inspector's Opinions and Reasons for Judgements Made
The key findings were that the dutyholder was broadly compliant with the requirements of LC11 sampled. Some minor areas for improvement were identified which the dutyholder may wish to pursue, but none of these warranted a formal issue being raised.
Conclusion of Intervention
There were no findings from this inspection that could significantly undermine nuclear safety. At present, no additional regulatory action is needed over and above the planned interventions of Hinkley Point B power station as set out in the IIS, which will continue as planned.