IR 05000482/2003002
| ML030630525 | |
| Person / Time | |
|---|---|
| Site: | Wolf Creek  |
| Issue date: | 03/03/2003 |
| From: | Troy Pruett Division of Reactor Safety IV |
| To: | Muench R Wolf Creek |
| References | |
| IR-03-002 | |
| Download: ML030630525 (7) | |
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March 3, 2003
SUBJECT:
WOLF CREEK GENERATING STATION NRC SAFEGUARDS INSPECTION OF COMPLIANCE WITH ORDER INSPECTION REPORT 50-482/03-02
Dear Mr. Muench:
On January 17, 2003, the NRC completed an inspection at your Wolf Creek Generating Station.
The enclosed report documents the inspection findings which were discussed on January 17, 2003, with you and other members of your staff. Additionally, on February 4, 2003, the inspectors conducted a final exit meeting with Mr. K. Harris, Manager, Regulatory Affairs, and other members of your staff.
This 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 14, May 8, June 14, and August 30, 2002. Within these areas, the inspection consisted of selected examination of procedures and representative records, observations of activities, and interviews with personnel.
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.
DOCUMENT CONTAINS SAFEGUARD INFORMATION Wolf Creek Generating Station-2-DOCUMENT CONTAINS ENCLOSURE(S) CONTAIN(S) UPON SEPARATION THIS PAGE IS DECONTROLLED In accordance with 10 CFR 2.790 of the NRCs "Rules of Practice," a copy of this letter, its enclosure, and your response 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). Should you have any questions concerning this inspection, we will be pleased to discuss them with you.
Sincerely,
//RA//
Troy W. Pruett, Chief Plant Support Branch Division of Reactor Safety Docket: 50-482 License: NPF-42
Enclosure:
NRC Inspection Report 50-482/03-02
REGION IV==
Dockets:
50-482 Licenses:
NPF-42 Report No.:
50-482/03-02 Licensee:
Wolf Creek Nuclear Operating Corporation Facility:
Wolf Creek Generating Station Location:
1550 Oxen Lane, NE Burlington, Kansas Dates:
January 13 - 17, 2003 Inspectors:
L. E. Ellershaw, Senior Reactor Inspector Ryan E. Lantz, Senior Emergency Preparedness Inspector Thomas L. Klug, Physical Security Inspector Approved By:
Troy W. Pruett, Chief, Plant Support Branch Attachment:
Supplemental Information
DOCUMENT CONTAINS ENCLOSURE(S) CONTAIN(S) UPON SEPARATION THIS PAGE IS DECONTROLLED SUMMARY OF FINDINGS IR 05000482-03-02, Wolf Creek Nuclear Operations Corporation; 01/13-17/03; Wolf Creek Nuclear Generating Station; TI 2515/148, Verification of Compliance With Interim Compensatory Measures Order.
The inspection was conducted by one senior reactor inspector, one senior emergency preparedness inspector, and one physical security inspector.
Cornerstone: Physical Security
On February 25, 2002, the NRC imposed by Order, Interim Compensatory Measures to enhance physical security. The inspectors determined that, overall, 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.
- The inspectors identified an unresolved item related to the establishment of standoff distances as specified in Item B.2.a.(1) of the Order. This Item remains open pending review by the Office of Nuclear Security and Incident Response (Section III.B).
- The inspectors determined that management expectations regarding compensatory measures for a loss of a tire cutter were not understood by security personnel (Section III.B).
- The inspectors identified an unresolved item related to the conduct of searches at the vehicle checkpoint as specified in Item B.2.b of the Order. This Item remains open pending review by the Office of Nuclear Security and Incident Response (Section III.C).
- The inspectors identified an unresolved item related to availability of supplementary equipment as required by Item B.4.f of the Order. This Item remains open pending review by the Office of Nuclear Security and Incident Response (Section V.F).