* See glossary page 21 During the periodic safety review*, EDF carries out in-depth checks and inspections on the reactor, along with tests. The purpose of these checks and tests is to ensure that the installation complies with the applicable safety rules and that the ageing phenomena affecting equipment and materials have been correctly identified, dealt with and managed. For this review, the checks and tests will more specifically concern the emergency diesel generators, the equipment taking part in the containment function, the ability of the systems to withstand an earthquake, as well as the fire risk. EDF will also carry out a hydraulic test* of the reactor coolant system and a pressure test of the containment*. Points requiring particular attention to ensure safer NPPs 1 THE SAFETY ISSUES 12 • Les cahiers de l’ASN • January 2024
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