IR 05000400/1985020
| ML18003B158 | |
| Person / Time | |
|---|---|
| Site: | Harris  |
| Issue date: | 06/03/1985 |
| From: | Cline W, Decker T, Kreh J NRC Office of Inspection & Enforcement (IE Region II) |
| To: | Carolina Power & Light Co |
| Shared Package | |
| ML18003B157 | List: |
| References | |
| RTR-NUREG-0654, RTR-NUREG-654 50-400-85-20, NUDOCS 8507230392 | |
| Download: ML18003B158 (14) | |
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UNITED STATES NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION
REGION II
101 MARIETTASTREET, N.W.
ATLANTA,GEORGIA 30323 JUN 05 1985 Report No.:
50-400/85-20 V
Licensee:
Carolina Power and Light Company 411 Fayetteville Street Raleigh, NC 2?602 Docket No.:
50-400 Facility Name:
Shearon Harris Nuclear Plant License No.:
CPPR-158 Inspection Conducted:
ay 6-19, 1985 Inspectors:
J.
L. Kreh Accompanying Personnel:
G. Stoetzel C. Hawley F.
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Cl e, Chief Emergency Preparedness Division of Radiation Safety and Safeguards te Signed D te Signed
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Date igned SUMMARY Scope:
This routine, unannounced inspection entailed 149 inspector-hours onsite in: the area of an emergency preparedness exercise.
Results:
No violations or deviations were identified.
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REPORT DETAILS 1.
Persons Contacted Licensee Employees
- R. A. Watson, Vice President Harris Nuclear Project J.
L. Willis, Plant General Manager
- E. E. Utley, Executive Vice President
- B. J. Furr, Vice President OT 8 TS
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S.
Bohanan, Director - Regulatory Compliance
- R. G. Black, Director Emergency Preparedness
- J.
M. Collins, Manager - Operations
- J.
R. Sipp, Manager - Environmental and Radiation Control
- C. Gibson, Assistant to the General Manager
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C. Morton, Electrical/Instrumentation and Control Maintenance Supervisor
"H.
R. Banks, Manager - Corporate guality Assurance
"A. C. Tollison, Manager Nuclear Training
"J.
B. Hudson, Project Specialist License Training J.
R. Bohannon, Director Special Projects R.
B. Starkey, Manager, Environmental Services
"W.
W. Webster, Manager,.R&CS Section
- D. B. Waters, Principal Engineer Operations
- J.
P.
Thompson, Operations Supervisor
"R. T. Garner, Shift Foreman
- H. R. Goodwin, Senior Specialist Emergency Preparedness
"E.
M. Bean, Corporate Communications Emergency Preparedness Communications
"D.
E. Hollar, Associate General Counsel
- A. L. Garrou, Senior Specialist - Emergency Preparedness
- B. W. Morgan, Senior Specialist - Health Physics
"J.
H. Smith, Director Nuclear and Simulator Training
"R.
M. Coats, Assistant to Group Executive - Fossil Generation and Power Transmission
- E. E. Johnson, Principal Specialist Document Services
"J.
W. McDuffee, Radiation Control Supervisor
- A. Klemp, Operations guality Control Supervisor
- C. E.
Rose, Operations equality Control Supervisor
"D. R. Elkins, Radiation Control Foreman
"W. H. Batts, Maintenance Supervisor
- M. E. Jackson, Project Engineer Maintenance
- H. Lipa, Environmental and Chemistry Supervisor
- S. Hamilton, Manager Construction Procurement and Contracts Other licensee employees contacted included engineers, technicians, operators, mechanics, and office personne NRC Resident Inspectors
- G. Maxwell
- R. Prevatte
"Attended exit interview Exit Interview The inspection scope and findings were summarized on May 19, 1985, with those persons indicated in paragraph 1 above.
The inspector described the areas inspected and discussed in detail the inspection findings listed below.
No dissenting comments were received from the licensee.
The licensee did not identify as proprietary any of the materials provided to or reviewed by the inspectors during this inspection.
Exercise Scenario (82301)
The scenario for the emergency exercise was reviewed to determine that provisions had been made to test the integrated capability and a major portion of the basic elements existing within the licensee, State and local organizations emergency plans and staff as required by 10 CFR 50.47(b)(14),
CFR 50, Appendix E, paragraph IV.F and specific criteria in NUREG-0654,Section II.N.
The scenario was reviewed.in advance of the scheduled exercise date and was discussed, with licensee representatives on several occasions.
While no major problems with the scenario were identified during the review, several inconsistencies became apparent during pre-exercise practice drills.
To preclude the possibility that the inconsi stencies might detract from the licensee's overall performance, a
new scenario was developed prior to the exercise.
The new scenario was consistent with the previously established timelines and was reviewed by the inspectors and the licensee controller organization.
All scenario questions were resolved prior to the exercise.
No violations or deviations were identified.
Assignment of Responsibility (82301)
This area was observed to determine that primary responsibilities for emergency response by the licensee have been specifically established and that adequate staff was available to respond to an emergency as required by
CFR 50.47(b)(1),
CFR 50, Appendix E,
paragraph IV.A, and specific criteria in NUREG-0654,Section II.A.
The inspectors observed that specific emergency assignments had been made for the licensee's emergency response organization and that there was adequate staff available to respond to the simulated emergency.
The initial
response organization was augmented by designated licensee representatives and the capability for long-term or continuous staffing of the emergency response organization was demonstrated.
The inspector had no further questions in this area.
No violations or deviations were identified.
Onsite Emergency Organization (82301)
The licensee'
onsite emergency organization was observed to determine that the responsibilities for emergency response were unambiguously defined, that adequate staffing was provided to insure initial facility accident response in key functional areas at all times, and that the interfaces were specified as required by
CFR 50.47(b)(2),
CFR 50, Appendix E, paragraph IV.A, and 'specific criteria in NUREG-0654,Section II.B.
The inspectors observed that the initial onsite emergency organization was well defined and that adequate staff was available to fill key functional positions within the emergency organization.
Augmentation of the initial emergency response organization was accompli shed through mobilization of off-shift personnel and Corporate assistance.
The on-duty Shift Supervisor assumed the duties of Site Emergency Coordinator promptly upon the initiation of the simulated emergency and directed the response until relieved by the Plant General Manager.
The inspectors had no further questions in this area.
No vi'olations or deviations were identified.
Emergency Response Support and Resources (82301)
This area was observed to determine that arrangements for requesting and effectively using assistance resources have been made, that arrangements to accommodate State and local staff at the licensee's near-site Emergency Operations Facility have been made, and that other organizations capable of augmenting the planned response have been identified as required by
CFR 50.47(b)(3),
CFR 50, Appendix E,
paragraph IV.A, and specific criteria in NUREG-0654,Section II.C.
State and local staff were Operations Facility.
Licensee and assistance resources from the simulated emergency.
The area.
accommodated at the near-site Emergency contact with offsite organizations was prompt various agencies were prepared to assist in inspector had no further questions in this No violations or deviations were identifie Emergency Classification System (82301)
This area was observed to determine that a standard emergency classification and action level scheme was in use by the licensee as required by
CFR 50.47(b)(4),
CFR 50, Appendix E,
paragraph IV.C, and specific criteria in NUREG-0654,Section II.D.
An inspector observed that the emergency classification system was in effect as stated in the Radiological Emergency Plan and in the Implementing Procedures.
The system appeared to be adequate for the classification of the simulated accident and the emergency procedures provided for initial and continuing mitigating actions during the simulated emergency.
The inspector had no further questions in this area.
No violations or deviations were identified.
Notification Methods and Procedures (82301)
This area was observed to determine that procedures have been established for notification by the licensee of State and local response organizations and emergency personnel, and that the content of initial and follow-up messages to response organizations had been established; and means to provide early notification to the populace within the plume exposure pathway have been established as required by
CFR 50.47(b);
CFR 50, Appendix E, paragraph IY.D, and specific criteria in NUREG-0654 Section II.E.
The prompt notification system (PNS) for alerting the public within the plume exposure pathway was in place and operational.
The system was activated during this exercise to simulate warning the public of significant events occurring at the reactor site.
The inspector had no further questions in this area.
No violations or deviations were identified.
Emergency Communications (82301)
This area was observed to determine that provisions existed for prompt communications among principal response organizations and emergency personnel as required by
CFR 50.47(b)(6),
CFR 50, Appendix E,
paragraph IV.E, and specific criteria in NUREG-0654,Section II.F.
Communications among the licensee's emergency response facilities and emergency organization and between the licensee's emergency response organization and offsite authorities were good.
No communication related problems were identified during this exercise.
No violations or deviations were identifie.
Public Education and Information (82301)
This area was 'observed to determine that information concerning the simulated emergency was made available for dissemination to the public as required by
CFR 50.47(b)(7),
CFR 50, Appendix E, paragraph IV.D, and specific criteria in NUREG-0654,Section II.G.
Information was provided to the media and the public in advance of the exercise.
The information included details on how the public would be notified and what initial actions they should take in an emergency.
A rumor control program was also in place.
A Corporate and Plant Media Center was established and was well equipped and coordinated.
The inspector had no further questions in this area.
No violations or deviations were identified.
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Emergency Facilities and Equipment (82301)
This area was observed to determine that adequate emergency facilities and equipment to support an emergency response were provided and maintained as required by
CFR 50.47(b)(8),
CFR 50, Appendix E, paragraph IV.E, and specific criteria in NUREG-0654,Section II.H.
The inspectors observed the activation, staffing and operation of the emergency response facilities and evaluated equipment provided for emergency use during the exercise.
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Control Room - An inspector observed that Control Room personnel acted promptly to initiate emergency response to the simulated emergency.
Emergency procedures were readily available and the response was prompt and effective.
The inspector had no further questions in this area.
Technical Support Center (TSC)
The TSC was activated and staffed promptly upon notification by the Site Emergency Coordinator of the simulated emergency conditions leading to an Alert emergency classi-fication.
The TSC staff appeared to be knowledgeable concerning their emergency responsibilities and TSC operations proceeded smoothly.
The TSC appeared to have adequate equipment for the support of the assigned staff.
The inspectors had no further questions in this area.
Operations Support Center (OSC)
The OSC was staffed promptly upon activation by the Site Emergency Coordinator.
An inspector observed that teams were formed promptly, briefed, and dispatched efficiently.
The inspector had no further questions in this area.
Emergency Operations Facility (EOF)
The EOF is located at the Shearon Harris Energy and Environmental Center, about two miles from the reactor site.
The facility appears to be adequately designed, equipped and staffed to support an emergency response.
The inspector had no further questions in this are. ~
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Corporate Emergency Operations Center (CEOC)
The CEOC is located in the Raleigh Corporate offices.
The facility appears to be adequately equipped and staffed to support an emergency response.
The inspector had no further questions in this area.
No violations or deviations were identified.
12.
Accident Assessment (82301)
This area was observed to determine that adequate methods, systems and equipment for assessing and monitoring actual or potential offsite consequences of a radiological emergency condition were in use as required by 10 CFR 50.47(b)(9),
CFR 50, Appendix E, paragraph IV.B, and specific criteria in NUREG-0654,Section II.I.
The accident assessment program includes both an engineering assessment of plant status and an assessment of radiological hazards to both onsite and offsite personnel resulting from the accident.
During the exercise, the engineering accident assessment team functioned effectively in analyzing the plant status so as to make recommendations to the Site Emergency Coordinator concerning mitigating actions to reduce damage to plant equipment, to prevent release of radioactive materials, and to terminate the emergency condition.
Radiological assessment activities are spread over several groups.
A group in the TSC was estimating the radiological impact in the plant based on inplant monitoring and onsite measurements.
Radiological effluent data was received in the TSC.
The TSC and EOF calculations were done in parallel and compared on a timely basis both with each other and with the results obtained by the State of North Carolina.
The results were also compared with the data obtained in the EOF from the offsite monitoring groups.
The dose assessment methods incorporated both detailed meteorological parameters and inplant data to predict the consequences of a radiological release, and to evaluate the actual (simulated)
release.
Default values were available for use should there be any question concerning the reliability of the meteorological instrumentation.
The inspector had no further questions in this area.
A helicopter was used to transport field teams as well as for aerial monitoring.
No procedures defining aerial monitoring practices were observed to be used.
The inspector discussed aerial plume tracking with licensee representatives, including proper procedures such as:
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(1) contamination surveys of the helicopter following flight in a
plume, (2) description of personnel dosimetry for flight crews, (3) development of maps appropriate for aerial tracking, and (4) radio use (and equipment)
consistent with ground teams.
The licensee agreed to evaluate the aerial plume tracking system to determine if improvements were necessary.
This exercise weakness wi 11 be reviewed during a
subsequent
'inspection (50-400/85-20-01).
No violations or deviations were identified.
Protective Responses (82301)
This area was observed to determine that guidelines for protective actions during the emergency, consistent with Federal guidance, were developed and in place, and protective actions for emergency workers, including evacuation of nonessential personnel, were implemented promptly -as required by
CFR 50.47(b)(10),
and specific criteria in NUREG-0654,Section II.J.
An inspector verified that the licensee had and used emergency procedures for formulating protective action recommendations for offsite populations within the 10 mile emergency planning zone.
The licensee's protective action recommendations were consistent with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
and other criteria, and notifications were made to the appropriate State and local authorities within the 15-minute criteria.
An inspector observed that protective actions were instituted for onsite emergency workers which included periodic radiation surveys in the facility, evacuation of nonessential personnel, and consideration of the issuance of potassium iodide to essential personnel.
The inspector had no further questions in this area.
No violations or deviations were identified.
Radiological Exposure Control (82301)
This area was observed to determine that means for controlling radiological exposures, in an emergency, were established and implemented for emergency workers and that they included exposure guidelines consistent with EPA recommendations as required by 10 CFR 50.47(b)(11),
and specific criteria in NUREG-0654,Section II.K.
An inspector noted that radiological exposures were controlled throughout the exercise by issuing emergency workers supplemental dosimeters and by periodic surveys in the emergency response facilities.
Exposure guidelines were in place for various categories of emergency actions and adequate protective clothing and respiratory protection were available and used as appropriate.
The inspector had no further questions in this area.
No violations or deviations were identifie ~
Medical and Public Health Support (82301)
This area was observed to determine that arrangements were made for medical services for contaminated injured individuals as required by
CFR 50. 47(b) (12),
CFR 50, Appendix E,
paragraph IV.E, and specific criteria in NUREG-0654,Section II.L.
An inspector observed the emergency medical rescue activities at the accident scene, and treatment by the staff at the Rex Hospital.
In all portions of the exercise, acceptable judgement was displayed with regard to first aid practices, decontamination of the patient, and contamination control.
The inspector had no further questions in this area.
No violations or deviations were identified.
Recovery and Reentry Planning (82301)
This area was observed to determine that general plans were made for recovery and re-entry as required by
CFR 50.47(b)( 13),
CFR 50, Appendix E,
paragraph IV.H.,
and specific criteria in NUREG-0654,Section II.M.
The licensee developed general plans and procedures for re-entry and recovery which addressed both existing and potential conditions.
The plan contained the position/title, authority and responsibilities of each'ey individual in the recovery organizations A separate staff was employed to develop the recovery plan.
The inspector had no further questions in this area.
No violations or deviations were identified.
Exercise Critique (82301)
The licensee's critique of the emergency exercise was observed to determine that deficiencies identified as a result of the exercise and weaknesses noted in the licensee's emergency response organization were formally presented to licensee management for corrective actions as required by
CFR 50.47(b)(14),
CFR 50, Appendix E,
paragraph IV.E, and specific criteria in NUREG-0654,Section II.N.
The exercise critique was conducted after the conclusion of the exercise.
Licensee management, key exercise participants, and NRC representatives were present.
The licensee di scussed areas of the exercise in which items for possible improvement were identified.
The inspector s determined that the critique was comprehensive and adequately addressed weaknesses identified in the licensee's emergency response program during this exercise
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A public critique was held on May 19, 1985.
Representatives from licensee management, the State, local governments, Federal Emergency Management Agency, and the NRC presented their preliminary findings on the exercise.
No violations and deviations were identified.
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Federal Evaluation Team Report (82301)
The report by the Federal Evaluation Team (Regional Assistance Committee and Federal Emergency Management Agency, Region IV staff)
concerning the activities of offsite agencies during the exercise will be forwarded by separate correspondence.
No violations or deviations were identifie L, l$
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