IR 05000188/2014201
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| Site: | Kansas State University |
| Issue date: | 07/22/2014 |
| From: | Isaac P Research and Test Reactors Branch B |
| To: | Geuther J Kansas State University |
| G Morlang, 301-415-4092 | |
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July 22, 2014
SUBJECT:
KANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY - NRC ROUTINE INSPECTION REPORT NO.
50-188/2014-201
Dear Dr. Geuther:
From June 24 to 26, 2014, the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC or the Commission)
conducted an inspection at the Kansas State University Nuclear Reactor Facility. The inspection included a review of activities authorized for your facility. The enclosed report presents the results of that inspection.
This inspection was an examination of activities conducted under your license as they relate to safety and compliance with the Commissions rules and regulations and with the conditions of your license. Within these areas, the inspection consisted of selective examinations of procedures and representative records, interviews with personnel, and observations of activities in progress. Based on the results of this inspection, no safety concerns or noncompliances with NRC requirements were identified. No response to this letter is required.
In accordance with Title 10 of the Code of Federal Regulations Section 2.390, Public inspections, exemptions, requests for withholding, a copy of this letter and its enclosure will be available electronically for public inspection in the NRC Public Document Room or from the Publicly Available Records component of NRCs document system (Agencywide Document Access and Management System (ADAMS)). ADAMS is accessible from the NRC Web site at (the Public Electronic Reading Room) http://www.nrc.gov/reading-rm/adams.html.
J. Geuter-2-
Should you have any questions concerning this inspection, please contact Gary M. Morlang at 301-415-4092 or by electronic mail at Gary.Morlang@nrc.gov.
Sincerely,
/RA/
Patrick J. Isaac, Acting Chief Research and Test Reactors Oversight Branch Division of Policy and Rulemaking Office of Nuclear Reactor Regulation
Docket No. 50-188 License No. R-88
Enclosure:
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ML14199A118 NRC-002 OFFICE PROB:RI PROB:ABC NAME GMorlang (PIsaac for)
PIsaac DATE 7/22/2014 7/22/2014
U. S. NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION OFFICE OF NUCLEAR REACTOR REGULATION
Docket No:
50-188
License No:
R-88
Report No:
50-188/2014-201
Licensee:
Kansas State University
Facility:
TRIGA Mark II Research Reactor
Location:
Manhattan, Kansas
Dates:
June 24-26, 2014
Inspector:
Gary M. Morlang
Approved by:
Patrick J. Isaac, Acting Chief
Research and Test Reactors Oversight Branch
Division of Policy and Rulemaking
Office of Nuclear Reactor Regulation
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Kansas State University TRIGA Mark II Research Reactor Facility NRC Inspection Report No. 50-188/2014-201
The primary focus of this routine, announced inspection was the onsite review of selected aspects of the Kansas State University (the licensees) Class II research reactor facility safety programs, including: organization and staffing, procedures, requalification training, surveillance and limiting conditions for operation, emergency planning, maintenance logs and records, and fuel handling logs and records. The licensees programs were acceptably directed toward the protection of public health and safety, and were in compliance with the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commissions (NRCs) requirements.
Organization and Staffing
- The organization and staffing was consistent with Technical Specification (TS)
requirements.
Procedures
- Procedure administrative review, revision, and implementation satisfied Technical Specification requirements.
Requalification Training
- The records reviewed by the inspector indicated that the licensee was in compliance with Title 10 of Code of Federal Regulations (10 CFR) Part 55 and the licensees Requalification Plan.
Surveillance and Limiting Conditions for Operation
- The inspector found that the surveillance program and supporting procedures were in compliance with Technical Specification (TS).
- Operations were found to be in compliance with the limiting conditions for operation and surveillance requirements were completed as described in the TS.
Emergency Planning
- The emergency preparedness program was conducted in accordance with the Emergency Plan (EP).
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Maintenance Logs and Records
- Maintenance was performed and logs and records maintained consistent with TS and licensee procedure requirements.
Fuel Handling Logs and Records
- Fuel handling and inspection activities were completed and documented as required by TS and facility procedures.
Follow-up on Previously Identified Issues
- Inspection Follow-Up Item 50-188/2013-201-01 was discussed and closed during the inspection.
REPORT DETAILS
Summary of Facility Status
The Kansas State Universitys (KSUs or the licensees) 1250 kilowatt reactor continued to be operated in support of the Universitys academic program in nuclear engineering laboratory instruction and research. Since the inspection was performed during the summer recess, laboratory experiments were not scheduled and the reactor was operated for short sample irradiations and a tour.
1.
Organization and Staffing
a.
Inspection Scope (Inspection Procedure (IP) 69001)
The inspector reviewed the following to verify compliance with the organization and staffing requirements in TS Section 6.1:
- Kansas State reactor organizational structure and staffing
Technical Specifications for Kansas State University TRIGA reactor, dated October 8, 2008
Reactor console logbooks covering operations from April 8, 2013 to present
KSU Annual Report to the NRC, January 2012 to December 2012, dated January 25, 2013
b.
Observations and Findings
Since the last inspection (NRC Inspection Report No. 50-188/2012-201), the organizational structure and the responsibilities of the reactor management and staff had not changed. Review of records verified that management responsibilities were administered as required by Technical Specifications and applicable procedures. The inspector observed reactor operations on two separate occasions and noted the shift staffing of the licensee satisfied the requirements for Technical Specifications. There were three licensed senior reactor operators and three licensed reactor operators.
c.
Conclusion
The organization and staffing was consistent with Technical Specifications requirements.
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2.
Procedures
a.
Inspection Scope (IP 69001-02.03)
The inspector reviewed the following to ensure that the requirements of TS Section 6.3, Operating Procedures, were being met concerning written procedures:
KSU TRIGA Mark II Operation, Test, and Maintenance Procedures, OP-15 Reactor Startup, dated June 27, 2013
KSU TRIGA Mark II Operation, Test, and Maintenance Procedures, OP-16 Reactor Shutdown, dated March 14, 2008
KSU TRIGA Mark II Operation, Test, and Maintenance Procedures, OP-1 Biennial Control Rod Inspection, dated February 3, 2012
KSU TRIGA Mark II Operation, Test, and Maintenance Procedures, OP-10 Fuel Element Inspection, dated April 7, 2011
KSU TRIGA Mark II Operation, Test, and Maintenance Procedures, OP-19 Gamma Ray Assay of Reactor Samples, dated August 14, 2012
b.
Observations and Findings
Oversight and review of procedure implementation was provided by licensee management and the Reactor Safeguards Committee. All procedures were current and had been approved by the Reactor Safeguards Committee. During reactor operations and other evolutions procedure compliance was evident.
Inspector Follow Up Item 50-188/2013-201-01 regarding updates to the Experiment 1 Procedure was closed.
c.
Conclusion
Procedure administrative review, revision, and implementation satisfied Technical Specification requirements.
4.
Requalification Training
a.
Inspection Scope (IP 69001-02.04)
The inspector reviewed the following to verify that the requirements of Title 10 of the 10 CFR Part 55, Operators Licenses, were being met:
- Requalification Program, Kansas State University, dated September 11, 2002
KSU Annual Report to the NRC, January 2012 to December 2012, dated January 25, 2013
Personal Reactor Operator/Senior Reactor Operator files
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- Reactor console log books, dated from April 8, 2013 to present
KSU operator licenses for three senior reactor operators and three reactor operators
Console spreadsheet for operator training and requalification
NRC Form 396, Medical Qualification, for all Senior Reactor Operators and Reactor Operators
b.
Observations and Findings
A section of the licensees monthly data sheets for the reactor operations report contained operator requalification data, such as each operators manipulations, operating hours, and last date of operating. This data was collected from the console log books which provided detailed entries for each operator.
The inspector reviewed the training records for the required lectures of the requalification plan. Each operator had assigned lectures to present. Training was being conducted on a weekly basis. One operator was on a summer internship away from the university. He will enter accelerated requalification upon his return to the university.
c.
Conclusion
The records reviewed by the inspector indicated that the licensee was in compliance with 10 CFR Part 55 and the licensees Requalification Plan.
5.
Surveillance and Limiting Conditions for Operations
a.
Inspection Scope (IP 69001-02.05)
The inspector reviewed the following to verify compliance with Technical Specification Section 3.0, Limiting Conditions for Operations and to determine if the periodic surveillance tests on safety systems were performed as stipulated in Technical Specification Section 4.0, Surveillances:
- Maintenance and surveillance reports for the months of January 2011 to present
KSU TRIGA Mark II Operation, Test, and Maintenance Procedures, OP-15 Reactor Startup, dated June 27, 2013
KSU TRIGA Mark II Operation, Test, and Maintenance Procedures, OP-16 Reactor Shutdown, dated March 14, 2008
KSU TRIGA Mark II Operation, Test, and Maintenance Procedures, OP-1 Biennial Control Rod Inspection, dated February 7, 2012
KSU TRIGA Mark II Operation, Test, and Maintenance Procedures, OP-10 Fuel Element Inspection, dated April 7, 2011
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- KSU TRIGA Mark II Operation, Test, and Maintenance Procedures, OP-19 Gamma Ray Assay of Reactor Samples, dated August 14, 2012
b.
Observations and Findings
The licensee used a monthly form listing periodic tests, including those required by Technical Specifications and by procedures. This tool aided the licensee in assuring that surveillances were completed on a timely basis. The inspector verified that surveillances had been completed on schedule, in accordance with licensee procedures, and in compliance with the TS.
c.
Conclusion
Operations were found to be in compliance with the Limiting Conditions for Operations and surveillance requirements as stated in the TS.
6.
Emergency Planning
a.
Inspection Scope (IP 69001-02.10)
The inspector reviewed documentation verifying implementation of selected portions of the emergency preparedness program including:
- Emergency telephone contact list dated June 14, 2014
Emergency support center equipment inventories
Emergency Plan KSU TRIGA Mark II Nuclear Reactor Facility, August 18,
2012
KSU TRIGA Mark II Nuclear Reactor Facility EP Procedure 2, Notification List, dated August 2, 2011
KSU TRIGA Mark II Nuclear Reactor Facility EP Procedure 3, Emergency Classification, dated August 2, 2011
KSU TRIGA Mark II Nuclear Reactor Facility EP Procedure 5, Fire, dated August 2, 2011
KSU TRIGA Mark II Nuclear Reactor Facility EP Procedure 7, External Hazard, dated August 2, 2011
KSU TRIGA Mark II Nuclear Reactor Facility EP Procedure 8, Radiation Hazard, dated August 2, 2011
b.
Observations and Findings
Agreement letters with outside support groups were on file, dated during 2012.
The EP requires that the agreement letters be reviewed and updated every 2 years. New letters will be sent to the supporting agencies.
The inspector verified that current emergency call lists were available and personnel knew where to find the current list. Emergency equipment inventories were conducted quarterly.
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c.
Conclusion
The EP was being followed as required.
7.
Maintenance Logs and Records
a.
Inspection Scope (IP 69001)
To verify that the licensee was complying with the applicable regulations, the inspector reviewed selected aspects of:
- Reactor logbooks for the period April 8, 2013, to present
Test and Maintenance Procedure 13, Portable Radiation Meter Calibration, dated August 22, 2011
Test and Maintenance Procedure 20, Liquid Scintillation Assay Methods, dated March 14, 2008
Test and Maintenance Procedure 8, Calibration of Continuous Air Monitor, dated March 14, 2008
Test and Maintenance Procedure 6, Semi-Annual Pulse Rod Drive Cylinder and Air Supply Inspection, dated March 14, 2008
Test and Maintenance Procedure 3, Annual Remote Area Monitor Calibration, dated March 14, 2008
Maintenance and surveillance monthly reports from January 2011 to present
KSU Annual Report to the NRC, January 2012 to December 2012, dated January 25, 2013
Reactor Safeguards Committee Minutes for 2012, 2013, and 2014
b.
Observations and Findings
The inspector reviewed the maintenance records related to scheduled and unscheduled preventive and corrective maintenance activities that had occurred during the inspection period. Routine and preventive maintenance was controlled and well documented in the console logs and the reactor utilization report. The inspector verified that all maintenance reviewed was conducted in accordance with the requirements of TS Section 4.0.
c.
Conclusion
Maintenance logs, records, and performance satisfied TS and procedure requirements.
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8.
Fuel Handling Logs and Records
a.
Inspection Scope (IP 69001-02.12)
The inspector reviewed the following to verify compliance with requirements of TS Sections 5.2 and 6.3.a.2:
- Reactor console logbook, April 8, 2013, to present
Procedure No. 26, Fuel Handling Procedure, dated August 22, 2011
Procedure No. 27, Removal of Fuel from the Reactor Tank, dated August 22, 2011
KSU TRIGA Mark II Operation, Test, and Maintenance Procedures, OP-1 Biennial Control Rod Inspection, dated February 7, 2012
KSU TRIGA Mark II, Fuel Log Boook
Fuel location status map (control room)
b.
Observations and Findings
The licensee performed fuel inspection during the period of May 27, 2014. All fuel movements were documented in the console log and the Fuel Log Book.
Procedures for refueling, fuel movement, and TS required fuel inspections and control rod surveillances had been reviewed and approved as required. Fuel movement and data recording were being done according to facility procedures.
c.
Conclusion
Fuel handling and inspection activities were completed and documented as required by TS and facility procedures.
9.
Follow-up on Previously Identified Issue
a.
Inspection Scope (IP 92701)
The inspector reviewed progress on an Inspector Follow-up Item from a previous inspection, 50-188/2013-201-01, Update Experiment 1 procedure to identify the mass of irradiated samples.
b.
Observations and Findings
The inspector verified that the procedure had been updated and approved by the reactor safeguards committee.
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c.
Conclusion
IFI 50-188/2013-201-01 was reviewed and closed during this inspection.
10.
Exit Interview
The inspector presented the inspection results to licensee management at the conclusion of the inspection on June 26, 2014. The inspector described the areas inspected and discussed in detail the inspection observations. No information was identified as proprietary.
PARTIAL LIST OF PERSONS CONTACTED
Licensee
R. Bridges
Head of Radiation Safety Office, Environmental Health and Safety Division and Campus Radiation Safety Officer Reactor Manager
INSPECTION PROCEDURES USED
IP 69001 Class II Research and Test Reactors IP 92701 Follow-up
ITEMS OPENED, CLOSED, AND DISCUSSED
OPENED
None
CLOSED
50-188/2013-201-01 IFI Update of Experiment 1 procedure.
DISCUSSED
None
PARTIAL LIST OF ACRONYMS USED
10 CFR Title 10 of the Code of Federal Regulations IP
Inspection Procedure KSU
Kansas State University NRC
U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission RSC
Reactor Safety Committee