Independent assurance for Hinkley Point C’s polar cranes
Explore how early inspection planning supported safe commissioning and readiness for operational lifting.
CASE STUDY
Safe nuclear construction depends on lifting equipment that is ready to perform. At Hinkley Point C, two polar cranes, each with a safe working load of 320 tonnes, support construction and will play a vital role in future maintenance and refuelling.
LRQA’s nuclear inspection and assurance services helped prepare these cranes for operational lifting. From early test planning through assembly and commissioning, our specialists provided independent lifting equipment inspection, testing oversight and commissioning support.
By building assurance into the programme and adapting inspection coverage to demanding project schedules, we helped reduce the risk of certification delays and support the transition into operational use.
Download the case study to discover:
- How early engagement integrated nuclear inspection and assurance into project planning
- How independent inspection supported crane assembly, testing and commissioning
- How flexible specialist support met the demands of a complex nuclear construction programme
Explore how LRQA’s nuclear services can help you plan inspection early, manage project risk and prepare critical equipment for service.
