IR 05000416/1998010

Insp Rept 50-416/98-10 on 980803-07.No Violations Noted. Major Areas Inspected:Licensee Physical Security Program

ML20237E818
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Site:	Grand Gulf
Issue date:	08/26/1998
From:	NRC OFFICE OF INSPECTION & ENFORCEMENT (IE REGION IV)
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ML20237E813	List: IR 05000416/1998010 ML20237E811
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ENCLOSURE U.S. NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION

REGION IV

Docket No.: 50-416 License No.: NPF-29 Report No.: 50-416/98-10 Licensee:- Entergy Operations, In Facility: Grand Gulf Nuclear Station Location: Waterloo Road, Port Gibson, Mississippi Dates: August 3-7,1998 inspector: Thomas W. Dexter, Senior Physical Security Specialist Plant Support Branch Approved By: Blaine Murray, Chief, Plant Support Branch Division of Reactor Safety Attachment: Supplemental Information

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-2-EXECUTIVE SUMMARY I

Grand Gulf Nuclear Station NRC Inspection Report 50-416/98-10 This was an announced inspection of the licensee's physical security program. The areas j inspected included access control of packages and vehicles, protected and vital area barriers l and detection aids, testing and maintenance, compensatory measures, security program plans and procedures, security event logs, security training and qualification, management support, l management effectiveness, staffing levels, and review of previous inspection findings. In general, performance of the security program was excellen ,

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. An effective program for searching personnel, packages, and vehicles was maintaine I Effective security procedures properly controlled personnel, package, and vehicle access to the protected area. Security equipment operators were efficient and well i trained (Section S1.1)

- Excellent protected area barriers and detection systems were maintained. Testing of the detection aids was performance based and ensured that system failures were discovered and corrected. One detection zone failed to alarm during a test simulating walking through the detection zone. This single failure was not an identifiable or predictable vulnerability. An effective security system testing and maintenance program was conducted and properly documented. The timely response to repair detection aids, access control equipment, and vital area door locks and closures contributed to the low number of hours for compensatory posting. The compensatory measures program was effectively implemented. Security personnel were well trained on the program !

requirements (Sections S2.1, S2.2 and S2.3)

Changes to security programs and plans were reported within the required time fram Overall, implementing procedures met the performance requirements in the physical security plan. A good security event reporting program was in place. The security staff was correctly reporting security events. (Sections S3.1 and S3.2).

• The security training program and documentation of training were effective. Security officers displayed excellent knowledge of the procedural requirements for the task they were performing. Medical examinations for security officers were thorough and well documented (Section S5.1).

• Senior management support for the security organization was good. The security program was implemented by a trained and qualified staff. The security program was effectively managed. Security staffing was maintained at a proper level (Sec !ons S6.1, S6.2 and S6.3).

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l -3-Report Details IV. Plant Succort S1 Conduct of Security and Safeguards Activities S1.1 Protected Area Access Control of Personnel. Packaaes. and Vehicles Inspection Scoce (81700-02.01)

The access control program for personnel packages and vehicles was inspected to determine compliance with the requirements of the security pla Observations and FirJnqs Observations of security practices at the primary access facility and at the vehicle sallyport confirmed that a proper progru.. was in place to control personnel, packages, and vehicle access to the protected area. A 'nspector also observed use of the X-ray machine to search packages and material at the ma access facility. The operators were efficient and well traine Conclusions An effective program for searching personnel, packages, and vehicles was mainta;. . Effective security procedures properly controlled personnel, packages, and vehicle access to the protected area. Security equipment operators were efficient and well traine ~

S2 Status of Security Facilities and Equipment S2.1 Protected and Vital Area Barriers and Detection Aids a. Insoection Scoce (71750 and 81700)

Protected area barriers and detection aids were reviewed to determine compliance with the requirements of the physical security plan. The areas inspected included the features of the protected area barriers and the design and capabilities of the detection aids syste b. Observations and Findinas The inspector conducted a walkdown inspection of the protected area barriers and determined that the protected area barriers were installed and maintained as described in the security plan. Additionally, the inspector determined that the protected area barriers provided penetration resistance to both forced and surreptitious entry and were adequate to ensure delay of a potential adversary.

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The inspector observed testing of the tamper alarms on vital area doors and on covers providing access to perimeter detection equipment. The tamper alarms all functioned as require The inspector also observed testing of the perimeter microwave, E-field, peri-field, and infrared detection systems. The detection systems were well designed and maintaine One microwave detection zone failed to alarm during a test simulating walking through the detection zone. Compensatory measures were immediately implemented, and a j l work request was submitted. This was a single failure that was not an identifiable or j

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determined that one of the detection aids for that zone had failed. The failed detection device was replaced, and the detection zone subsequently passed testin Testing of the detection aids was performance based to ensured that system failures were discovered. The microwave heads were double stacked and presented a difficult I problem for any intruder who wished to enter the protected area undetected.

l Maintenance of the perimeter detection systems was completed in a timely manne Additionally, the inspector verified that an alarm for each component annunciated in the i j continuously manned security alarm stations.

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! Excellent protected area barriers and detection systems were maintained. Testing of the detection aids was performance based to ensured that system failures were ;

discovered. One microwave detection zone failed to alarm during a test simulating l walking through the detection zone. This single failure was not an identifiable or l predictable vulnerability.

L S2.2 Testina and Maintenance (81700-02.07) Inspection Scoce (81700-02.02)

The inspector reviewed the testing and maintenance program to determine compliance with the requirements of the security plan.

l L Observations and Findinas The inspector reviewed testing and maintenance records and confirmed that the records committed in the physical security plan were on file, well documented, and readily available for review. The licensee provided technicians to promptly repair or replace any security equipment that required corrective maintenance. The inspector determined through a review of work records and interviews with security officers and supervisors that repairs were normally completed in a timely manner. The timeliness of repairs contributed to the low number of hours for compensatory postin The inspector observed the licensee conduct testing of the explosive and metal j

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-5-tests was knowledgeable of the testing procedures and conducted the tests in a manner that challenged the equipment. All equipment responded satisfactoril A quarterly preventive maintenance program was in place for the security system Required maintenance surveillance had been completed on tamper alarms Conclusions An effective testing and maintenance program was conducted and properly documente The timely response to repair detection aids, access control equipment, and vital area door locks and closures contributed to the low number of hours for compensatory postin i S2.3 Compensatory Measures Insoection Scoce (81700-02.02)

The inspector reviewed the licensee's compensatory measures program to determine compliance with the requirements of the Physical Security Plan. The areas inspected included deployment of compensatory measures and the effectiveness of those measure Observations and Findinas A review of security event logs, security incident reports, and shift posting rosters confirmed that the licensee normally deployed compensatory measures in a manner consistent with the requirements in the physical security plan. The inspector determined through interviews that the security personnel availach for assignment to compensatory security posts were properly trained for those duties, Conclusions The compensatory measures program was effectively implemented. Security personnel were well trained on the program requirements.

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S3 Security and Safeguards Procedures and Documentation S Security Procram Plans and Procedures Inspection Scope (81700-02.03)

The physical security plan and the implementing procedures were inspected to determine compliance with the requirements of 10 CFR 50.54(p) and the physical security pla Observations and Findinas The inspector determined that previous plan changes were submitted within the required time frame, and changes submitted did not reduce the effectiveness of the plan. The

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6-inspector reviewed implementing procedures for adequacy, ensured that the licensee maintained an effective management system for the development and administration of procedures, and that changes to the procedures did not reduce the effectiveness of the licensee's vicurity progra Conclusions Changes to security programs and plans were reported within the required time fram Overall, implementing procedures met the performance requirements in the physical security pla S3.2 Security Event Loas Insoection Scoce (81700-02.03)

The inspector reviewed safeguards event logs and security incident reports to determine compliance with the requirements of 10 CFR 73.21(b) and (c),10 CFR 26.73, and the physical security plan, Observations and Findinas The security event logs for the third and fourth quarters of 1997 and the first and second quarters of 1998 were reviewed. The records were maintained available for the time required by regulations. The licensee conformed to the regulatory requirements regarding the reporting of security events. The inspector also reviewed security incident reports and licensee security condition reports. The logs and supporting reports were neat and contained sufficient detail for the reviewer to determine root cause, deportability, and corrective action take Conclusions A good security event reporting program was in place. The security staff was correctly reporting security event SS Security and Safeguards Staff Training and Qualification S Security Trainina and Qualification Inspection Scope (81700-02.05)

The inspector reviewed the licensee's security training and qualification program to determine adequacy and compliance with the requirements of the security, training and qualification, and the contingency plan Observations and Findinas The security organization was conducting security training in accordance with its approved security, training and qualification, and contingency plans. The inspector L

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confirmed by a review of the security shif t records that contingency drills were l conducted periodically on shifts. Several drill scenarios were used to challenge the security officers on a routine basi Additionally, the inspector observed security officers during the performance of their duties. All security officers displayed excellent knowledge of the procedural requirements for the task they were performin Medical examination records for eight security officers were reviewed. The medical records were complete and indicated that the required annual medical examinations were thorough and conducted in a timely manner. Results of the medical examinations were properly documente Conclusions An effective security training program was in place. Documentation of training was well maintained. Security officers displayed excellent knowledge of the procedural requirements for the task they were performing. Medical examinations for security officers were thorough and well documente S6 Security Organization and Administration S Manaaement Sucoort inspection Scoce (81700-02.06)

The effectiveness and adequacy of management support were inspected to determine the degree of management support for the physical security progra Observations and Findinas The inspector determined by discussions with security force personnel that the security program received very good support from senior management. The inspector determined that the security program was implemented by a properly trained and qualified security staff, Conclusions Senior management support for the security organization was very good. The security program was implemented by a properly trained and qualified staff.

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The effectiveness and adequacy of the security management staff's administration of the security program were evaluated.

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8- Discussion Management of the security organization was effective. The inspector determined from interviews with security personnel that security officers had a clear understanding of their duties and responsibilities, and the morale of the security force was very goo Conclusion The security program was effectively manage S Staffina Levels Inspection Scope (81700-02.06)

The inspector verified that the total number of trained security officers and armed personnel immediately available at the facility to fulfill response requirements met the number specified in the physical security plan, Observations and Findinas Discussions with security supervisors and a review of security shift personnel rosters confirmed that there was the correct number of security officers and armed personnel always available as specified in the physical security plan. The turnover rate in the security organization was lo Conclusion The licensee's on-shift security staffing was properly maintaine S8 Miscellaneous Security and Safeguards issues (FollowJp 92904)

S (Closed) Inspection Followuo item 416/9715-05: Avertina Tailaatina Event During a previous inspection, the inspectors observed an incident involving two individuals entering the security door to the control building. One individual had difficulty getting the card reader to read the security card. The other individual carded into the area and held the door open. The second person stated they would use the card reader inside the area to log in. Because this would be considered a " tailgating" event, the inspectors intervened and reported the incident to the licensee. The licensee logged the event, initiated an investigation and corrective action During this inspection, the licensee's corrective actions were reviewed. On November 28-29,1997, the contractor of the two employees involved retrained all of their employees on vital area access controls and procedures. The plant general manager also sent a memorandum to all plant personnel reinforcing vital area access controi requirement . .

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S (Closed) Insoection Followup Item 416/97201-02: Weapons Manipulation l

l During a previous security inspection, the inspectors noted numerous examples of poor weapons' manipulation by security officers on the tactical firing range. During this inspection, the inspector observed ongoing training of security personnel involving weapons' manipulation by security officers on the tactical range. The licensee expects ( to have training completed by the end of the year.

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During a previous inspection, the inspectors determined that the licensee had not considered one specific critical target set that involved the control room. During this inspection, the inspector confirmed that the licensee had developed a contingency response to protect the specific critical target set, wrote a procedure for control room personnel to comply, and had conducted testing of the procedure with control room .

personne V. Manaaement Meetinas XI Exit Meeting Summary l

l The inspector presented the inspection results to members of licensce management at i the exit meeting on August 7,1998. The licensee acknowledged the findings presente The inspector asked the licensee whether any materials examined during the inspection should be considered proprietary. No proprietary information was identified.

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ATTACHMENT-PARTIAL LIST OF PERSONS CONTACTED 1 l

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C. Abbott, Quality Supervisor

' C. Bottemiller, Superintendent Operating Events J. Christian, Security Operations Supervisor H. Cooper, Manager, Corporate Security W. Deck, Security Superintendent L. Daughtery, Technical Coordinator, Nuclear Safety and Regulatory Affairs W. Eaton, General Manager C. Elisaesser, Plant and System Engineering Manager C. Gunn, Administrative Specialist  !

'J. Harris, instrumentation and Controls Supervisor l E. Hughes, Supervisor, Compliance Engineering W. Hughey, Director, Nuclear Safety and Regulatory Affairs R. Jackson, Licensing Specialist S. Kinne, Security Coordinator ..

L. Moulder, instrumentation and Controls Superintendent  ;

H. Reed, Supervisor, Security - 1 J. Roberts, Director, Quality Programs '

L. Temple, Director, Projects and Plant Support J. Venable, Operation Manager -

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G. Brown, Security Supervisor, The Wackenhut Corporation J. McCarthy, Security Project Manager, The Wackenhut Corporation INSPECTION PROCEDURES USED IP 81700 Physical Security Program for Power Reactors IP 92904 Followup ITEMS OPENED. CLOSED. AND DISCUSSED l Closed

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50-416/9715-05 IFl Averting Tailgating incident

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50-416/97201-02 IFl Weapons Manipulation i

50-416/97201-03 IFl identification of Target Sets l

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LIST OF DOCUMENTATION REVIEWED Quarterly Perforrnance Reports for the 1st and 2nd quarters of 1998 Sacurity Force Drills for May, June, and July 1998

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Ouarterly work orders for preventive rnaintenance on the peri-field and E-field Training records on several Security Captains, Lieutenants, CAS Supervisors, CAS Operators, and Arrned Security Officer Probability Testing Results and Zone / Equipment Testing records for the 1st and 2nd quarters of

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199 Security Training Desk Top Instruction for Tactical Weapons Training Security Section Procedure,11-S-51-3, Personnel, Package and Vehicle Searches, Revision 8, dated March 16,1998 Security Section Procedure,11-S-51-4, Duties of Personnel at the Primary Access Point, .

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