In this section of the report, nine essential elements that constitute an effective cable condition monitoring (CM) program are presented.
These elements are as follows:
1. Selection of cables to be monitored
2. Development of database for monitored cables
3. Characterize and monitor service environments
4. Identify stressors and expected aging mechanisms
5. Select CM techniques suitable to monitored cables
6. Establish baseline condition of monitored cables
7. Perform test & inspection activities for periodic CM of cables
8. Periodic review & incorporation of plant & industry experience
9. Periodic review & assessment of monitored cables condition
Each element will be described in detail in the following subsections. The purpose for each of the individual elements of the cable CM program will be presented along with how the element fits into the overall cable CM program. Guidance will be provided for implementation of the important features or activities associated with the program element. Finally, the expected results or outcomes of each program element will be described. The guidance will also provide information needed to integrate each element into the overall cable CM program.
These elements are as follows:
1. Selection of cables to be monitored
2. Development of database for monitored cables
3. Characterize and monitor service environments
4. Identify stressors and expected aging mechanisms
5. Select CM techniques suitable to monitored cables
6. Establish baseline condition of monitored cables
7. Perform test & inspection activities for periodic CM of cables
8. Periodic review & incorporation of plant & industry experience
9. Periodic review & assessment of monitored cables condition
Each element will be described in detail in the following subsections. The purpose for each of the individual elements of the cable CM program will be presented along with how the element fits into the overall cable CM program. Guidance will be provided for implementation of the important features or activities associated with the program element. Finally, the expected results or outcomes of each program element will be described. The guidance will also provide information needed to integrate each element into the overall cable CM program.