IR 05000331/2020402
| ML20196L681 | |
| Person / Time | |
|---|---|
| Site: | Duane Arnold  |
| Issue date: | 07/14/2020 |
| From: | Steven Orth Plant Support Branch II |
| To: | Dean Curtland NextEra Energy Duane Arnold |
| References | |
| IR 2020402 | |
| Download: ML20196L681 (6) | |
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July 14, 2020
SUBJECT:
DUANE ARNOLD ENERGY CENTER - SECURITY BASELINE INSPECTION REPORT 05000331/2020402
Dear Mr. Curtland:
On June 1, 2020, the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) completed an inspection at Duane Arnold Energy Center and discussed the results of this inspection with you and other members of your staff. The results of this inspection are documented in the enclosed report.
No findings or violations of more than minor significance were identified during this inspection.
This letter, its enclosure, and your response (if any) will be made available for public inspection and copying at http://www.nrc.gov/reading-rm/adams.html and at the NRC Public Document Room in accordance with Title 10 of the Code of Federal Regulations 2.390, Public Inspections, Exemptions, Requests for Withholding.
Sincerely,
/RA/
Steven K. Orth, Chief Plant Support Branch Division of Reactor Safety
Docket No. 05000331 License No. DPR-49
Enclosure:
As stated
Inspection Report
Docket Number:
05000331
License Number:
Report Number:
Enterprise Identifier: I-2020-402-0027
Licensee:
NextEra Energy Duane Arnold, LLC
Facility:
Duane Arnold Energy Center
Location:
Palo, IA
Inspection Dates:
May 11, 2020 to June 1, 2020
Inspector:
E. Bonano, Physical Security Inspector
Approved By:
Steven K. Orth, Chief
Plant Support Branch
Division of Reactor Safety
SUMMARY
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) continued monitoring the licensees performance by conducting a security baseline inspection at Duane Arnold Energy Center, in accordance with the Reactor Oversight Process. The Reactor Oversight Process is the NRCs program for overseeing the safe operation of commercial nuclear power reactors. Refer to https://www.nrc.gov/reactors/operating/oversight.html for more information.
List of Findings and Violations
No findings or violations of more than minor significance were identified.
Additional Tracking Items
None.
INSPECTION SCOPES
Unless otherwise noted, baseline security inspections were conducted in accordance with the appropriate portions of the inspection procedures (IPs) in effect at the beginning of the inspection. Samples were declared complete when the IP requirements most appropriate to the inspection activity were met consistent with Inspection Manual Chapter 2201, Security Inspection Program for Commercial Nuclear Power Reactors. The inspector reviewed selected procedures and records, observed activities, and interviewed personnel to assess licensee performance and compliance with Commission rules and regulations, license conditions, site procedures, and standards. Publicly available IPs are located at:
http://www.nrc.gov/reading-rm/doc-collections/insp-manual/inspection-procedure/index.html.
Starting on March 20, 2020, in response to the National Emergency declared by the President of the United States on the public health risks of the coronavirus (COVID-19), regional inspectors were directed to begin telework. The inspection documented below was determined that the objectives and requirements stated in the IP could be performed remotely.
SAFEGUARDS
71130.04 - Equipment Performance, Testing, and Maintenance
The inspector evaluated the security equipment testing and maintenance program.
The following elements were evaluated from this IP:
Equipment Performance, Testing, and Maintenance (1 Partial)
(1)
(Partial)
- Tier I: 02.01 a; 02.02 a; 02.03 a; 02.04 a, d,e; 02.05 a; 02.06 a; 02.07 a - d; 02.08 a - e
- Tier II: 02.10 a; 02.11 c; 02.13 a
- Tier III: 02.14; 02.15 a
INSPECTION RESULTS
No findings were identified.
EXIT MEETINGS AND DEBRIEFS
The inspector verified no proprietary information was retained or documented in this report.
- On June 1, 2020, the inspector presented the security baseline inspection results to Dean Curtland and other members of the licensee staff.
DOCUMENTS REVIEWED
Inspection
Procedure
Type
Designation
Description or Title
Revision or
Date
Miscellaneous
DAEC Physical Security Plan
Procedures
SD-04
Explosive Detectors
SD-05
Metal Detectors
SD-07
X-Ray Inspection System
SD-17
Microwave Testing
SD-18
Door Testing
Compensatory Measures
Operation of Security Alarm Stations
Safety/Security Interface
Control of Security Sensitive Equipment
Weapons Maintenance
Security Posts and Patrols
Security Equipment Testing
Conduct of Security
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