IR 05000255/2003007
| ML032870572 | |
| Person / Time | |
|---|---|
| Site: | Palisades  |
| Issue date: | 10/14/2003 |
| From: | Creed J NRC/RGN-III/DRS/SS |
| To: | Domonique Malone Nuclear Management Co |
| References | |
| IR-03-007 | |
| Download: ML032870572 (7) | |
Text
October 14, 2003
SUBJECT:
PALISADES NUCLEAR PLANT NRC SAFEGUARDS INSPECTION OF COMPLIANCE WITH ORDER INSPECTION REPORT 50-255/03-07
Dear Mr. Cooper:
On August 29, 2003, the NRC completed an inspection at your Palisades Nuclear Generating Plant. The enclosed report documents the inspection findings which were discussed on August 29, 2003, with you and other members of your staff.
The inspection examined activities conducted under your license as they relate to safety and compliance with an Order issued on February 25, 2002, which required your site to implement specific measures related to the security of your facility. The inspection utilized Temporary Instruction 2515/148, Inspection of Nuclear Reactor Safeguards Interim Compensatory Measures, to verify implementation of the Order as clarified in your responses dated March 18, 2002, and June 11, 2002. Within these areas, the inspection consisted of selected examination of procedures and representative records, observations of activities, and interviews with personnel.
On the basis of the results of this inspection, no findings of significance were identified.
The material enclosed herewith contains Safeguards Information as defined by 10 CFR 73.21 and its disclosure to unauthorized individuals is prohibited by Section 147 of the Atomic Energy Act of 1954, as amended. Therefore, the material will not be placed in the Public Document Room.
In accordance with 10 CFR 2.790 of the NRCs Rules of Practice, a copy of this letter, without enclosure, will be made available electronically for public inspection in the NRC Public Document Room or from the Publicly Available Records (PARS) component of NRCs document system (ADAMS). ADAMS is accessible from the NRC Web site at http://www.nrc.gov/reading-rm/adams.html (the Public Electronic Reading Room).
Enclosure Contains Upon Separation This Page is Decontrolled D. Malone Should you have any questions concerning this inspection, we will be pleased to discuss them with you.
Sincerely,
/RA/
James R. Creed Safeguards Program Manager Division of Reactor Safety Docket Nos. 50-255 License Nos. DPR-20
Enclosure:
Inspection Report 50-255/03-07(DRS)
( )
REGION III==
Docket No.
50-255 License No.
DPR-20 Report No:
50-255/03-07 Licensee:
Nuclear Management Company, LLC Facility:
Palisades Nuclear Generating Plant Location:
27780 Blue Star Memorial Highway Covert, MI 49043-9539 Dates:
August 25 through 29, 2003 Inspectors:
J. Belanger, Senior Physical Security Inspector J. Maynen, Physical Security Inspector D. Funk, Physical Security Inspector R. Jickling, Emergency Preparedness Inspector Approved by:
James R. Creed Safeguards Program Manager Division of Reactor Safety Enclosure Contains Upon Separation This Page is Decontrolled 2 SUMMARY OF FINDINGS IR 05000255/2003-007(DRS); Nuclear Management Company, LLC; 08/25/03 - 08/29/03; Palisades Nuclear Generating Station. TI 2515/148; Verification of Compliance with Interim Compensatory Measures Order.
The inspection was conducted by three regional physical security inspectors and one regional emergency preparedness inspector.
Cornerstone: Physical Security and Emergency Preparedness
On February 25, 2002, the NRC imposed by Order, Interim Compensatory Measures to enhance physical security. The inspectors determined that the licensee appropriately incorporated the Interim Compensatory Measures into the site protective strategy and access authorization program; developed and implemented relevant procedures; ensured that the emergency plan could be implemented; and established and effectively coordinated interface agreements with offsite organizations.
Enclosure Contains Upon Separation This Page is Decontrolled