NATIONAL DOSE REGISTER  |  CAREERS  |  TENDERS

Protecting persons,
property and the environment

2025/2026 - Koeberg NPP

NIL-NoName of NIL HolderStatusAuthorised ActionLocationProvince
NIL-44 (Variation 3)EskomDate issued: 6 May 2025The siting, construction, operation and decommissioning of the nuclear installation known as the Transient Interim Storage Facility (TISF) which includes the Original Steam Generators Interim Storage Facility (OSGISF) and modular dry casks storage pads, and situated on the site of Cape Farm No.34, also known as Duynefontein, in the magisterial district of Malmesbury in the Western Cape.Duynefontein siteWestern Cape

Facility/Activity Inspected Date of InspectionAim of InspectionSummary of Inspection outcomes
Maintenance and Inservice InspectionFeb – Apr 2025Planned and announced inspection verifying compliance to LC 15 focusing on the performance of the requalification of the Liquid Penetrant Examination procedure. One non-compliance was raised related to procedure administration.

Twelve observations were raised related to surface examinations, problem identification and resolution and procedure administration
Maintenance and Inservice InspectionFeb – June 2025Planned and announced inspection verifying compliance to LC 15 focusing on whether In-Service Testing regulatory requirements and licensee commitments are being met for the valves.One observation was raised related to the testing of the valves.
Maintenance and Inservice InspectionFeb – Jun 2025Planned and announced inspection verifying compliance to LC 15 focusing on the tools, gauges, instruments, and other measuring and testing devices are properly controlled and maintained, to ensure total accuracy for the valves.Two observations were raised related to calibration equipment and review of record.
Maintenance and Inservice InspectionFeb – Jun 2025Planned and announced inspection verifying compliance to LC 15 focusing on whether In-Service Testing regulatory requirements and licensee commitments are being met for the pumps.Three observations were raised related to test results and review of record.
Maintenance and Inservice InspectionFeb – Jun 2025Reactive inspection verifying compliance to LC 15 focusing on the tools, gauges, instruments, and other measuring and testing devices are properly controlled and maintained, to ensure total accuracy for the pumps.No non-compliances or observations were raised
Display of Nuclear Installation Licence Apr 2025Planned and unannounced inspection verifying compliance to LC 29 focusing on the display of Nuclear Installation Licence to ensure public access to the licence conditionsOne observation was raised related to inconsistencies in display of licences NIL-01 and NIL-44.
Radioactive Waste ManagementMay 2025Planned and announced inspection verifying compliance to LC 7 focusing on the:
(i)     adequacy of the implementation of the provisions related to Radioactive Waste Management
(ii)   effectiveness of the licensee’s programs for processing, handling, and storage of Radioactive Waste
Three non-compliances were raised related to procedure administration, procedure, usability and records management.
Events on SiteJun 2025 Planned and unannounced inspection verifying compliance to LC 27 focusing on the effectiveness of the licensee’s problem identification and resolution program in identifying, prioritising, evaluating, and correcting problems.Eleven observations were raised related to problem identification and resolution and procedure administration.
Modification to Design of PlantJun 2025Planned and announced inspection verifying compliance to LC 12 focusing on:
(i)     The implementation of programmatic controls for accomplishing design changes, modifications, and repairs.
(ii)    Verification that modified systems and components are ready for start-up, operation and shutdown of the plant.
(iii)   Verification that modifications have been properly designed, installed, inspected, and tested to ensure the adequate performance of the modified systems and components without compromising design margins		Eight non-compliances were raised related to Modification Control Program Administration, Procedure usability, Problem Identification and Resolution and documentation management. No observations were raised
Radiological ProtectionJun 2025Planned and announced inspection verifying compliance to LC 5 focusing on the:
(i)     adequacy of the licensee’s personal dosimetry for internal and external exposure, and
(ii)   capability to control internal and external occupational exposure during normal operations.		One non-compliance was raised related to records management. Eight observations were raised related to radiation monitoring requirements and problem identification and resolution.
Ageing Management and Long-Term OperationJun 2025Planned and announced inspection verifying compliance to LC 16 focusing on the:
(i)     implementation of ageing management programme (AMP119)
(ii)    material condition of the systems, structures and components that require an ageing management review, maintenance.
(iii) management of records. 		One non-compliance was raised related to procedure administration Seven observations were raised related surveillance and inspection, and procedure administration.
Dealing with SiteJun 2025Planned and announced inspection verifying compliance to LC 19 focusing on the Koeberg Plant Induction Training material for employees who are working at Koeberg unaccompanied if it does cover the requirements/aspects associated with safety and emergency preparedness.Three observations were raised related to emergency evacuation plans and exit points.