ENS Event | |
|---|---|
05:00 Apr 6, 2011 | |
| Title | |
| Event Description | On April 6, 2011 the Agency [State of Texas] was informed by the licensee that on April 6, 2011, while conducting shutter operational checks, the shutter on an Ohmart Model SH-F1 containing 60 millicuries of Cesium (Cs) -137 was found to be stuck in the open position. The licensee stated that this is the normal operating position for the gauge and because of its location it does not create an exposure risk to any individuals. The licensee has contacted a contractor to repair the gauge. The cause for the failure is under investigation. Additional information will be provided as it is received in accordance with SA - 300.
Texas Incident Number I-8832 |
| Where | |
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| Ticona Polymers Inc Bishop, Texas (NRC Region 4) | |
| License number: | 02441 |
| Organization: | Texas Department Of Health |
| Reporting | |
| Agreement State | |
| Time - Person (Reporting Time:+11.57 h0.482 days <br />0.0689 weeks <br />0.0158 months <br />) | |
| Opened: | Art Tucker 16:34 Apr 6, 2011 |
| NRC Officer: | Joe O'Hara |
| Last Updated: | Apr 6, 2011 |
| 46733 - NRC Website | |
Ticona Polymers Inc with Agreement State | |
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