IR 05000220/1993023
| ML20059M178 | |
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| Site: | Nine Mile Point  |
| Issue date: | 11/05/1993 |
| From: | King E, Mccabe E NRC OFFICE OF INSPECTION & ENFORCEMENT (IE REGION I) |
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| ML20059M167 | List: |
| References | |
| 50-220-93-23, 50-410-93-22, NUDOCS 9311180254 | |
| Download: ML20059M178 (6) | |
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REGION I
50-220/93-23 Report Nos.
50-410/93-22 50-220 Docket Nos.
50-410 DPR-63 License Nos.
NPF-69 Licensee: Niagara Mohawk Power Corporation 301 Plainfield Road Syracuse. New York 13212 Facility Name: Nine Mile Point Nuclear Station. Units 1 and 2 i Inspection At: Scriba. New York Inspection Conducted: October 12-14. 1993 Type of Inspection: Unannounced Physical Security Inspector: Ao.</ 4.
V ///6/'/.5 E. B. King, Physical Qty Inspector 'ddte Approved by: & C.1 G<A, h n I.r/93 E. C. McCabe, Chief, Safeguards Section date Division of Radiation Safety and Safeguards Areas Inspected: Licensee Actions on Previously Identified Open Items; Management Support, Program Plans and Audits; Protected and Vital Area Physical Barriers, Detection. and Assessment Aids; Protected and Vital Area Access Control of Personnel, Packages and Vehicles; and Training and Qualifications.
Results The licensee's physical security program was determined to be effective and directed towards assuring public health and safety. Management support for the program was evident through the implementation of several program enhancements to increase its effectiveness. One security program issue was closed.
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1.0 Key Persons Contacted 1.1 Licensee
- R. Abbott, General Manager, Site Support
- R. Pasternak, Ma'..ager, Technical Services
- M. McCormick, General Manager, Safety Assessment, Licensing & Training
- H. Christensen, Manager, Nuclear Security
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- P. Carroll, General Supervisor, Security Operations
- W. Byrne, General Supervisor, Nuclear Security Support j
- R. Miller, Nuclear Security Specialist / Training.
- D. Keeney, Program Coordinator, Security Compliance
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- R. Franssen, Nuclear Security Specialist
- E. Pearson, Assistant Supervisor, Technical Services i
- F. McCarthy, Nuclear Security Investigatr l
- D. Pierce, Nuclear Security Specialist
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- R. Keeler, Acting Supervisor, Access Authorization / Fitness-for-Duty
- B. James, Supervisor Central Maintenance
- J. Kroehler, Manager, Quality Assurance Engineering
- A. Zallnick, Supervisor, Site Licensing j
1.2 U. S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission B. Norris, Senior Resident Inspector
- W. Mattingly, Resident Inspector
- Denotes those present at the exit interview-i The inspector also interviewed other licensee security personnel.
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2.0 Follow-up of a Previously Identified Item ! 2.1 (Closed) VIO 50-220/93-08-01 and 50-410-/93-08-01: Failure to install and maintain effective assessment aids.
During previous inspection 50-220/93-08 and 50-410/93-08, the inspector determined that the licensee failed to install and maintain effective assessment ' aids as committed to in the Physical Security Plan (the Plan). ' Based on a review of the licensee's corrective actions, which included reassigning and repositioning cameras to allow for proper assessment and the installation of state-of-the-art computer software in the Central Alarm Station (CAS) for enhanced closed circuit television (CCTV) assessment,'the inspector-- determined by observations and discussions with security management that the corrective actions were adequate. No discrepancies were noted.
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3.0 Management Suonort. Plans and Audits 3.1 Management Support Management support for the licensee's physical security program was ' determined to be consistent with program needs. This determination was based upon the inspector's review of the licensee's program during this inspection as documented in this report. Since the last routine physical security inspection conducted in April 1993, the licensee designed and installed-lighting fixtures with photocells for use during temporary lighting situations, and reached the final stages of a weapons upgrade.
3.2 Plans The inspector discussed with the licensee proposed changes to the NRC-j approved Training and Qualification Plan (T&Q). The licensee intends to submit the Plan changes to the NRC in the near future under the provisions of 10 CFR 50.54(p).
, 3.3 Audits The inspector reviewed the report of the licensee's combined annual Quality
Assurance Audit of the fitness-for-duty (FFD) and security programs, No.
93005, which was conducted from April 26 - May 7,1993. The inspector < verified that the audit had been planned and carried out in accordance viith the Plan. During the audit, two FFD and four security deviation / event reports , (DERs) were written. The inspector reviewed the DERs and concluded they I were not indicative of programmatic weaknesses. The audit was very comprehensive in scope and the results were reported to the appropriate level of management. The audit team included two technical advisors, one having . ' FFD expertise and the other having security expertise. The inspector determined by a review of the corrective actions taken in response to the
DERs that the identified concerns were adequately addressed. No deficiencies were noted.
' ! ' 4.0 Protected Area Physical Barrier. Detection and Assessment Aids 4.1 Protected Area (PA) Barrier . The inspector conducted a physical inspection of the PA barrier on October 12, 1993. The inspector determined by observation that the barrier was , installed and maintained as described in the Plan.
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4.2 Protected Area Detection Aids The inspector observed the PA perimeter intrusion detection systems (IDS) on October 12, 1993, and determined that they were installed and maintained as committed to in the Plan. On October 13,1993, from 9:15 - 10:30 a.m. and from 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., the inspector observed testing at sixteen locations of the four intrusion detection system (IDS) zones associated with the Protected Area Bubble Project. Two zones tested unsatisfactorily. The inspector verified that the zones had tested satisfactorily during the previous periodic functional test. The licensee implemented immediate corrective actions, which included the establishment of compensatory measures. Repair and retesting of the detection devices were completed within one hour of the time of discovery. Retesting was satisfactory.
4.3 Assessment Aids The inspector observed the PA perimeter assessment aids during day and night periods. On October 13, 1993, from approximately 10:40-11:20 a.m., the inspector observed the assessment aids associated with the intrusion detection zones for the Protected Area Bubble Project. The inspe tor determined that the assessment aids were as described in the Plan.
4.4 Protected Area and Isolation Zone Lighting The inspector conducted a PA and isolation zone lighting survey on October 12, 1993, from approximately 7:30 - 9:30 p.m., accompanied by a licensee security supervisor. The inspector determined, by observation and use of a , calibrated light meter provided by the licensee, that the station's lighting system met regulatory requirements and was very effective, and that the isolation zones were adequately maintained to permit observation of activities
on both sides of the PA barrier.
t5 Vital Area (VA) Barriers - i The inspector conducted a physical inspection of selected VA barriers on October 13 and 14,1993. The inspectcr determined by observation that the VA barriers were installed and maintained as described in the Plan.
In summary, the licensee's PA and VA physical barriers, detection, and assessment aids satisfied NRC requirements.
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5.0 Protected and Vital Areas Access Control of Personnel. Packages and Vehicles 5.1 Personnel Access Contal The inspector determined that the licensee was exercising positive control over personnel access to the PA and VAs. This determination was based on the following: 5.1.1 The inspector determined, based ou observations, that personct were properly identified and authorization was checked prior to iss aance of badges and key cards.
- 5.1.2 The inspector determined, based on observations and a review of the applicable post orders and procedures, that the licensee was
' implementing a search program for firearms, explosives, incendiary , ' devices and other unauthorized materials as committed to in the Plan.
The inspector obscrved both plant and visitor personnel access processing during peak and off-peak traffic periods on October 13 and , ' 14, 1993. The inspector also interviewed members of the security force and licensee security staff about personnel access procedures.
Additionally, on October 13, 1993, the inspector observed access control processing for containment entry. The inspector determined that _ ; only authorized persc4mel were granted access to the area and that a
mechanism was in place to positively control materials and personnel into the area.
5.1.3 The inspector determined, by observation, that individuals in the PA and VAs displayed their badges as required.
, 5.1.4 The inspector verified, by reviewing the applicable procedures, that the licensee had escort procedures for visitors into the PA and VA.
5.2 Package and Material Access Control The inspector determined that the licensee was exercising positive control over packages and materials that were brought into the PA through the main access portal. The inspector reviewed the package and material control procedures and found that they were consistent with commitments in the Plan. The inspector also observed package and material processing and interviewed members of the security force and the licensee's security staff about package. ' and material control procedures.
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-, t 5.3 Vehicle Access Control The inspector determined that the licensee properly controls vehicle access to , and within the PA. The inspector verified that vehicles were properly authorized prior to being allowed to enter the PA, with identification verified by a security force member (SFM) at the main access portal. The procedure ' was consistent with the commitments in the Plan. The inspector also reviewed , the vehicle search procedures and determined that they were consistent with . ; commitments in the Plan. The inspector determined that at least two SFMs j control vehicle access at the main vehicle access portal. On October 14, 1993, { from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m., the inspector observed vehicle searches and i interviewed members of the security force and the licensee's security staff l about vehicle search procedures. The inspector determined that they were
knowledgeable of the requirements.
t In summary, the licensee had effective programs which satisfied NRC requirements , for PA and VA access control of personnel, packages, and vehicles.
6.0 Security Training and Oualification ' On October 13, 1993, from approximately 2:00-3:30 p.m., the inspector met with the licensee's security training specialist and discussed present training activities and - proposed training enhancements. During the discussions, the inspector was informed that the licensee is planning to enhance the program by implementing a new shift l schedule that would provide the SFMs with an additional week of training per year.
l The inspector interviewed 22 SFMs to determine if they possessed the requisite l knowledge and ability to carry out their assigned duties. The interview results ! iadicated that they were professional and knowledgeable of their job requirements.
7.0 Exit Interview The inspector met with the licensee's representatives indicated in Paragraph 1.0 at the I conclusion of the inspection on October 14, 1993. At that time, the purpose and scope of the inspection were discussed with licensee management, and the findings were presented. The licensee acknowledged the inspection findings.
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