10CFR50.55a and ASME OM Code, Subsection ISTD Examination and Testing of Dynamic Restraints
This Snubber Program Training course focuses on regulatory and code driven examination and testing bases, requirements, and implementation. The course covers both introductory concepts/drivers as well as detailed code and program specifics, and is intended for Engineering Programs and other Plant personnel that are responsible for managing, developing, implementing, and maintaining Snubber Examination and Testing Programs. The course duration is three days, and the description and associated details are listed below, with additional course information available through the links provided.
Course Content & Structure
The objective of this course is to establish a clear understanding of the Snubber Program and its implementation in accordance with the requirements of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission Code of Federal Regulations 10CFR50.55a and the ASME OM Code Subsection ISTD. Important contemporary developments of snubber programs are discussed with focus on improvements and emphasis on program and personnel transitions, owners’ responsibilities, and examination, testing, and service life monitoring plans.
- Historical Regulatory and Code background overview
- Snubber Program ownership and structure
- Concepts, keys, and development of a present-day Snubber Program
- Historical programmatic hurdles, resource challenges, and industry resolutions
- Concepts in continuity between Examination, Testing, and Service Life Monitoring
- Failure evaluation and performance trending
- DTPG strategies and the utilization of resulting trending data
- Current issues with emphasis on Industry/Code initiatives and solutions
Sample Schedule
Day One – 9:30 am – 3:30 pm (EDT)
Day Two – 9:30 am -3:30 pm (EDT)
Day Three – 9:30 am – 3:30 pm (EDT)
August 25-27, 2026
Remote via Teams
$1,950/person
CONTINUING EDUCATION UNITS (CEU)
Each attendee will receive a Certificate of Completion for 1.5 Continuing Education Units (CEU) credits to qualify for 15 Professional Development Hours (PDH) needed to fulfill Professional Engineers continuing education requirements. The credits will be awarded without authorization. It is the attendee’s responsibility to keep and present the certificate to any organization that requires such.