GSE knows nuclear. We have a deep bench of licensed professionals – Our employees have over 2000 combined years of company service.
Nuclear Operations Specialists
GSE is an ideal partner for nuclear engineering organizations and projects, relying on our exceptional track record within this highly regulated environment. We offer expert support when and where you need it to lift pressure from plants with an aging workforce or critical operational gaps. Whether you need temporary technical support or permanent placement, let our experienced resources get your operations on track.
Post-Fukushima Daiichi Response
Our in-house energy experts are prepared to get started. They have attended industry workshops regarding the regulatory response strategies for Beyond Design Basis External Events. We have reviewed and understand the recommendations developed by the Near-Term Task Force. As the details of NEI 12-06 “Diverse and Flexible Coping Strategies (FLEX) Implementation Guide” are realized, our company is prepared to support the industry’s efforts to improve the safety of US nuclear plants.
Specialists have the capability to support post-Fukushima plant responses to include assessment, plan development, and providing implementation staffing or consulting resources.
Qualified support includes:
- Plant Modification Design and Implementation
- Project Management
- Procedure Upgrades
- Licensing
- Training
Procedures Support
GSE has performed procedure support services at major US nuclear facilities since 1997. We deliver quality and experience in operations, maintenance, RP/chemistry and EOP/AOP.
Disciplines, but are not limited to, include:
- Operations
- Maintenance
- RP/Chemistry
- EOP/AOP
- Procedure Assessments
- Writer’s Guide Development
- Procedure Review and Approval Process Development
- Procedure Use and Adherence Process development
- Administrative Control Procedure Upgrades
- Program Implementation and Technical Procedure Upgrades
- Enforcement of Quality Excellence Standards for Procedures
- Enforcement of Required Document and Records Management Processes
- Procedure Sponsor Support of Change Management Plans
- Review of Procedure Revisions
- AP-907-001 Procedure Process Description
- AP-907-005 Procedure Writer’s Guide
Project Support
GSE’s Project Support Groups are led by industry experts who possess management and engineering expertise. These experts are supported by skilled field professionals and together provide quality project management, oversight and support services to clients in the energy industry.
We can offer individual project support, as well as procedure support through project teams consisting of a project manager, lead writers for operations and maintenance, senior writers and reviewers, editors and administrative support.
Project support services include:
- Contract Administration
- Bonding Evaluation
- Risk Analysis
- Project Management
- Independent Project Audits and Evaluations
- Claims Review and Preparation
- Labor Relations and Contract Negotiations
- Verification of Code/Spec Compliance
- Process Investigation
- Quality Assurance
- Nuclear Regulatory Compliance
- Facility Start-up
- Warranty Administration and Preparation
- O&M Manual Preparation
- Government Contract Regulations
- Security Clearances
- Owner’s Representative
- Change Order Administration
- Extra Work Identification and Evaluation
- Value Engineering
Work Control
Our work control services span work package preparation in the I&C, electrical and mechanical/civil disciplines, as well as development and implementation of project controls and associated schedules.
We support all major planning and scheduling tools including:
- Maximo
- Primavera (P3, P5, P6 & P7)
- Microsoft Project
- PassPort
- EMPAC
- Artemis ProjectView
QA/QC
GSE maintains a Quality Assurance Program and offers a range of quality assurance and quality control services including:
- Design Oversight and Review
- Audits and Assessments
- Regulatory Licensing Construction, Operations and Maintenance Support
- Waste Characterization Oversight
- Oversight of Fuel Handling, Loading and Inspection
- Procedure Development, Review Validation and Approval
- Oversight of Pre-operational Testing
- Records Management
- License Support, Extension and Termination
- Surveillance/Oversight of Manufacturing and Fabrication
- Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Actions Process
- Project Planning and Scheduling
- Cost Forecasting and Controls
- Risk Assessments
- Trend Analysis and Performance Reporting
- Mitigation and Contingency Planning
- Identification and Assessment of Industry Lessons Learned
Corrective Action
GSE understands the importance of an effective and efficient corrective action program at each nuclear power plant. In response to this need, we offer corrective action services that include:
- Event Investigations
- Root Cause Evaluations
- Significance Review
- Evaluation and Response
Licensing
Nuclear power plants in the US are typically granted a 40-year license to operate; this license includes an amortization period. A plant may be granted a 20-year license extension, provided the utility can show a commitment to manage the plant properly and ensure that all equipment is functioning well. The US Nuclear Regulatory Commission is the government agency responsible for licensing and regulating the operation of nuclear power plants.
GSE assists clients in various stages of the licensing process and offer the following services:
- Maintaining the licensing basis
- 10CFR72.59 and 10CFR72.48 evaluations
- Response to regulators and response tracking
- Condition report evaluation and response
- Improved tech spec procedure changes
- Risk managed tech programs and procedures
Dry Cast Storage and Decommissioning
We offer experienced, technical experts qualified in the main three segments of decommissioning: decommissioning preparedness project development, implementation and site closure.
We can recommend appropriate cask technology designers and manufacturers capable of performing field installation and provide license termination and implementing reduction plans. GSE provides safe, efficient, cost-effective solutions to its clients’ dry cask and decommissioning challenges.
Services include:
- Development and Management of Procedures, Programs and Policies
- Engineering, Scheduling and Project Management
- Development of a Cask Handling Guide for EPRI
- Pre-operational Assessment and Readiness Review
- Fuel Inspection and Characterization
- Procedure Development, Review, Validation and Training
- Design, manufacturing, construction and engineering oversight and surveillance
- Development of Mitigation and Contingency Planning
- Ancillary Equipment Identification Set-up, Testing and Operations
- 10CFR 72.212 Evaluations
- 10CFR 72.48 Determinations
- 10CFR 71&72 Program Development and Implementation
- License Termination and Reduction Plans
- Waste Characterization (Domestic and International)
- Canister Loading Operations
Multi-Discipline Engineering
- Multi-Discipline Contractor Oversight
- Troubleshooting / Operational Expertise
- Engineering / Oversight Liaison Services (Utility – OEM)
ASME OM Code Program Consultants
GSE is an industry leader in the development, implementation, and maintenance of Engineering Programs. Our experience is extensive regarding ASME OM Code.
- Preservice & Inservice Testing
- Relief Valve Programs (APP I)
- Check Valves (APP II – CVCM)
- Motor Operated Valves (APP III / OMN-1)
- Air Operated Valves (APP IV / OMN-12)
- Snubber Programs (ISTD)
Learn more about GSE’s Engineering Programs.
Regulatory Driven Program Consultants
GSE is an industry leader in the development, implementation, and maintenance of Engineering Programs. Our experience is extensive regarding regulatory driven programs such as 10 CFR50 Appendix J.
- Containment Integrity – 10 CFR50 Appendix J
- Risk Informed Applications (10CFR50.69)
- Equipment Qualification
- Boric Acid Control
- New Reactor Design / Programmatic Interfaces
Learn more about GSE’s Engineering Programs.
Thermal Performance Consultants
- Thermal Performance Modeling
- Power Calculation Evaluation
- Secondary Valve Leakage (CIM)
- MWe Improvement Recommendations
- Turbine Cycle / Megawatt Loss Evaluations
- Life Cycle Studies (Major Components)
- Major Component Warranty Validations
- Develop/Enhance On-line Monitoring Capability
- Plant Testing Services
Learn more about GSE’s Thermal Performance Programs.
Other Specialty Program Areas
- Cyber Security
- Fire Protection (NFPA 805)
- Gas Void Accumulation (GL08-01)
- License Renewal (Programmatic)
- Alloy 600 Programs
- Reactor Vessel Inspection (BWVIP, MRP)
- New Reactor Design / Programmatic Interfaces
Learn more about GSE’s Engineering Services.
Simulation Specialists
Retirements, competition for resources and a new generation of workers are putting pressure on your training programs. GSE will help you introduce new learning and training technologies that are engaging and effective while maintaining accreditation. We combine a proven, systematic approach and ADDIE processes with years of classroom instruction experience so you can optimize your training programs with modern simulation, visualization and serious gaming technologies.
Learn more about GSE’s simulation solutions.
Training Instructors
GSE’s team of field-experienced instructors provide quality and structure as the backbone of an effective training program. Collectively, they have logged hundreds of hours in the classroom — by far the deepest experience in the industry.
Our instructors are experiences authors, speakers, and industry organization board members within their fields of expertise. And they stay current on technology and industry trends through their own ongoing education, field visits, and peer review meetings.
