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NRC Request for Comment on Draft Regulatory Guide for Nuclear Power Plant Simulation Facilities

This opportunity involves a request for public comment from the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) regarding draft regulatory guidance for nuclear power plant simulation facilities. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) - Purpose: - Seeking feedback on draft Regulatory Guide DG-1384 (proposed Revision 5 of Regulatory Guide 1.149) - Guide addresses requirements for simulation facilities used in operator training, license examinations, and applicant experience - OEMs and Standards Organizations: - American Nuclear Society (ANS) Standards Committee Working Group ANS 3.5 - American National Standards Institute (ANSI) - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being procured; this is a request for comment on regulatory guidance - Notable Requirements: - The guide endorses the ANSI/ANS 3.5 2018 standard for simulation facilities - Focus is on updating and clarifying guidelines for simulation facility licensees and the regulatory community - Additional Information: - Notice includes instructions for submitting comments and NRC staff contact information - No procurement or award is being announced

Description

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is issuing for public comment draft regulatory guide (DG)-1384, which is proposed Revision 5 of Regulatory Guide 1.149. This revision updates and clarifies the scope of the guideline to better serve simulation facility licensees and the regulatory community. It endorses the ANSI/ANS 3.5 2018 standard for nuclear power plant simulators used in operator training and examination. The guide ensures simulation facilities meet regulatory requirements for operator licensing and training.

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