IR 05000188/2016201
| ML16223A799 | |
| Person / Time | |
|---|---|
| Site: | Kansas State University |
| Issue date: | 08/30/2016 |
| From: | Anthony Mendiola Research and Test Reactors Oversight Branch |
| To: | Geuther J Kansas State University, Manhattan |
| Morlang G, NRR/DPR, 301-415-4092 | |
| References | |
| IR 2016201 | |
| Download: ML16223A799 (13) | |
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August 30, 2016
SUBJECT:
KANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY - U.S. NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION ROUTINE INSPECTION REPORT NO. 50-188/2016-201
Dear Dr. Geuther:
From August 1-4, 2016, 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 Documents Access and Management System (ADAMS)). ADAMS is accessible from the NRC Web site at http://www.nrc.gov/reading-rm/adams.html (the Public Electronic Reading Room).
J. Geuter
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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,
/Michael Takacs for RA/
Anthony J. Mendiola, 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:
As stated
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Kansas State University Docket No. 50-188
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DATE 8/23/2016 8/11/2016 8/30/2016
U. S. NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION OFFICE OF NUCLEAR REACTOR REGULATION
Docket No.
50-188
License No.
R-88
Report No.
50-188/2016-201
Licensee:
Kansas State University
Facility:
TRIGA Mark II Research Reactor
Location:
Manhattan, Kansas
Dates:
August 1-4, 2016
Inspector:
Gary M. Morlang
Approved by:
Anthony J. Mendiola, Chief
Research and Test Reactors Oversight Branch
Division of Policy and Rulemaking
Office of Nuclear Reactor Regulation
Enclosure
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Kansas State University TRIGA Mark II Research Reactor Facility NRC Inspection Report No. 50-188/2016-201
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: (1) organization and staffing, (2) procedures, (3) requalification training, (4) surveillance and limiting conditions for operation, (5) emergency planning, (6) maintenance logs and records, and (7) 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 TS requirements.
Requalification Training
- The records reviewed by the inspector indicated that the licensee was in compliance with Title 10 of the Code of Federal Regulations (10 CFR) Part 55, Operator's Licenses, 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 TS.
- Operations were found to be in compliance with the limiting conditions for operation and surveillance requirements and were completed as described in the TS.
Emergency Planning
- The emergency preparedness program was conducted in accordance with the Emergency Plan (EP).
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
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 training purposes 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 Technical Specification (TS) Section 6.1, Organization and Responsibilities of Personnel:
- Kansas State reactor organizational structure and staffing
TSs for Kansas State University TRIGA reactor, dated October 8, 2008
Reactor console logbooks covering operations from January 2015 to present
KSU Annual Report to the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC),
January 2014 to December 2014, dated April 7, 2015
KSU Annual Report to the NRC, January 2015 to December 2015, dated January 13, 2016
Reactor Safeguards Committee (RSC) Meeting Minutes for 2015 and 2016
Semi-Annual Audit Reports by the Reactor Manager on Reactor Operations and Radiation Protection Program for 2015 and 2016
Daily Reactor Startup and Shutdown Checklist from January 2015 to
present
b.
Observations and Findings
Since the last inspection (NRC Inspection Report No. 50-188/2014-201), 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 TS and applicable procedures.
The inspector observed reactor operations on two separate occasions and noted the shift staffing of the licensee satisfied the requirements for TS. There was one licensed senior reactor operator (SRO) and six licensed reactor operators (RO)
at the facility.
c.
Conclusion
The organization and staffing was consistent with TS 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, Procedures, were being met concerning written procedures:
KSU TRIGA Mark II Operation, Test, and Maintenance Procedures, OP-15 Reactor Startup, dated May 20, 2016
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 RSC. All procedures were current and had been approved by the RSC. During reactor operations and other evolutions procedure compliance was evident.
c.
Conclusion
Procedure administrative review, revision, and implementation satisfied TS requirements.
3.
Requalification Training
a.
Inspection Scope (IP 69001-02.04)
The inspector reviewed the following to verify that the requirements of Title 10 of the Code of Federal Regulations (10 CFR) Part 55, Operators Licenses, were being met:
- Requalification Program, KSU, dated December 2011
KSU Annual Report to the NRC, January 2014 to December 2014, dated April 7, 2015
KSU Annual Report to the NRC, January 2015 to December 2015, dated January 13, 2016
RSC Meeting Minutes for 2015 and 2016
Personal RO/SRO files
Reactor console log books, dated from January 2015 to present
KSU operator licenses for one SRO and six ROs
Console spreadsheet for operator training and requalification
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- NRC Form 396, Medical Qualification, for all SROs and ROs
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. Two reactor operators were on a summer internship away from the university. They will enter accelerated requalification upon their 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.
4.
Surveillance and Limiting Conditions for Operations
a.
Inspection Scope (IP 69001-02.05)
The inspector reviewed the following to verify compliance with TS Section 3, Limiting Conditions for Operations, and to determine if the periodic surveillance tests on safety systems were performed as stipulated in TS Section 4, Surveillances:
- Maintenance and surveillance reports for the months of January 2014 to present
KSU TRIGA Mark II Operation, Test, and Maintenance Procedures, OP-15 Reactor Startup, dated May 20, 2016
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
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 TS 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.
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c.
Conclusion
Operations were found to be in compliance with the Limiting Conditions for Operations and surveillance requirements as stated in the TS.
5.
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 24, 2016
Emergency support center equipment inventories
Emergency Plan (EP) KSU TRIGA Mark II Nuclear Reactor Facility,
October 27, 2014
KSU TRIGA Mark II Nuclear Reactor Facility EP Procedure 2, Notification List, dated October 27, 2014
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 October 27, 2014
KSU TRIGA Mark II Nuclear Reactor Facility EP Procedure 7, External Hazard, dated October 27, 2014
KSU TRIGA Mark II Nuclear Reactor Facility EP Procedure 8, Radiation Hazard, dated October 27, 2014
b.
Observations and Findings
Agreement letters with outside support groups were on file, dated during 2014.
New agreement letters had been sent to supporting facilities and were being returned as they were signed. The EP requires that the agreement letters be reviewed and updated every 2 years. 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. Emergency drills were being conducted annually as required.
c.
Conclusion
The EP was being followed as required.
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6.
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 January 2015 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 2014 to December 2014, dated April 7, 2015
KSU Annual Report to the NRC, January 2015 to December 2015, dated January 13, 2016
RSC Meeting Minutes for 2015 and 2016
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, Surveillances.
c.
Conclusion
Maintenance logs, records, and performance satisfied TS and procedure requirements.
7.
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, Reactor Fuel and Fueled Devices in Storage, and 6.3.a.2:
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- Reactor console logbook, January 2015 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 Book
Fuel location status map (control room)
b.
Observations and Findings
The licensee performed fuel inspection during the period of June 1, 2016. All fuel movements were documented in the console log and the Fuel Log Book.
Numerous fuel movements had been made for Experiment 52. All 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.
8.
Exit Interview
The inspector presented the inspection results to licensee management at the conclusion of the inspection on August 4, 2016. 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
ITEMS OPENED, CLOSED, AND DISCUSSED
OPENED
None
CLOSED
None
DISCUSSED
None
PARTIAL LIST OF ACRONYMS USED
10 CFR Title 10 of the Code of Federal Regulations EP
Inspection Procedure KSU
Kansas State University NRC
U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission RO
Reactor Operator OP
Operating Procedure RSC
Reactor Safeguards Committee SRO
Senior Reactor Operator TS
Technical Specification