ML071590341
| ML071590341 | |
| Person / Time | |
|---|---|
| Site: | Vermont Yankee File:NorthStar Vermont Yankee icon.png |
| Issue date: | 06/01/2007 |
| From: | Entergy Nuclear Operations |
| To: | Todd Fish Operations Branch I |
| Sykes, Marvin D. | |
| Shared Package | |
| ML062050096 | List: |
| References | |
| 50-271/07-301, ES-201, ES-201-1 50-271/07-301 | |
| Download: ML071590341 (8) | |
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Es-201 Examination Preparation Checklist f Form ES-201-1 Facility: v Date of Examination:I-!-!( 4b?/h?
Developed by: Written - Facility @ NRC 0 l/I Operating - Facility @ NRC n I I Target Chief Date' Task Description (Reference) Examiner's Initials
-180 1. Examination administration date confirmed (C.1.a; C.2.a and b) T'F
-120 2. NRC examiners and facility contact assigned ( C . l .d; C.2.e) 7F
-120 3. Facility contact briefed on security and other requirements (C.2.c) TF
-120 4. Corporate notification letter sent (C.2.d) 3
[-go] [5. Reference material due (C.l .e; C.3.c;'Attachment 2)] NA
{-75) 6. Integrated examination outline(s) due, including Forms ES-201-2, ES-201-3, ES-301-1,ES-301-2, ES-301-5. ES-D-l's, ES-401-1/2, ES-401-3, and ES-401-4, as applicable (C.1.e and f; C.3.d) -ic=
(-70) (7. Examination outline(s) reviewed by NRC and feedback provided to facility licensee (C.2.h; C.3.e)} T*F
(-45) 8. Proposed examinations (including written, walk-through J P k , and scenarios, as applicable), supporting documentation (including Forms ES-301-3, ES-301-4, ES-301-5. ES-301-6, and ES-401-6, and any Form ES-201-3 updates), and reference materials due (C.1.e. f . g and h; C.3.d) TF
-30 9 Preliminary license applications (NRC Form 398's) due (C 1 I, C 2 g, ES-202) 7-F
-14 10 Final license applications due and Form ES-201-4 prepared (C 1 I, C 2 I, ES-202) 7-F
-14 11 Examination approved by NRC supervisor for facility licensee review (C 2 h, C 3 f) 7-i=
-14 12 Examinations reviewed with facility licensee (C 1 j. C 2 f and h. C 3 g) fF
-7 13. Written examinations and operating tests approved by NRC supervisor (C.2.i; C.3.h) TF
-7 14 Final applications reviewed, 1 or 2 (if > l o ) applications audited to confirm qualifications I eligibility, and examination approval and watver letters sent (C 2 I , Attachment 4, ES-202, C 2 e, ES-204) <-
15 Pr en inistration g:idelines reviewed
-7 I n d 16 Approved scenanos, job performance measures, and questions distnbuted to NRC examiners (C 3 I) 7(y Target dates are generally based on facility-prepared examinations and are keyed to the examination date identified in the corporate notification letter. They are for planning purposes and may be adjusted on a case-by-case basis in coordination with the facility licensee.
[Applies only] {Does not apply} to examinations prepared by the NRC.
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ES-201,Page 24 of 27
ES-201 Examination Outline Quality Checklist Form ES-201-2 Facility: Vermont Yankee Date of Examination: 007 iitials Item Task Description b* I c#
- 1. a. Verify that the outline(s) fit(s) the appropriate model per ES-401.
- b. Assess whether the outline was systematically and randomly prepared in accordance w with Section D.l of ES-401 and whether all WA categories are appropriately sampled R
I c. Assess whether the outline over-emphasizes any systems, evolutions, or generic topics.
T d. Assess whether the justifications for deselected or rejected WA statements are T appropriate.
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Using Form ES-301-5, verify that the proposed scenario sets cover the required number of normal evolutions, instrument and component failures, technical specifications, and
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U I b. Assess whether there are enough scenario sets (and spares) to test the projected number and mix of applicants in accordancewith the expected crew composition and rotation schedule without compromising exam integrity; and ensure that each applicant
--t can be tested using at least one new or significantly modified scenario, that no L scenarios are duplicated from the applicants' audit test(s), and scenarios will not be A repeated on subsequent days.
I T c. To the extent possible, assess whether the outline(s) conform(s) with the qualitative and 0 quantitative criteria specified on Form ES-301-4 and described in Appendix D.
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- 3. a. Verify that systems walk-through outline meets the criteria specified on Form ES-301-2:
(1) the outline@)contain(s) the required number of control room and in-plant tasks, W distributed among the safety functions as specified on the form I
T (2) task repetition from the last two NRC examinations is within the limits specified on the form, (3)* no tasks are duplicated from the applicants' audit test(s)
(4) the number of alternate path, low-power, emergency and RCA tasks meet the criteria on the form.
- b. Verify that the administrative outline meets the criteria specified on Form ES-301-1:
(1) the tasks are distributed among the topics as specified on the form (2) at least one task is new or significantly modified (3) no more than one task is repeated from the last two NRC licensing examinations
- c. Determine if there are enough different outlines to test the projected number and mix of applicants and ensure that no items are duplicated on subsequent days.
- a. Assess whether plant-specific priorities (including PRA and IPE insights) are covered in the appropriate exam section.
- b. Assess whether the IOCFR 55.41/43 and 55.45 sampling is appropriate.
- c. Ensure that WA importance ratings (except for plant-specific priorities) are at least 2.5.
- d. Check for duplication and overlap among exam sections
- e. Check the entire exam for balance of coverage.
- f. Assess whether the exam fits the amrooriate iob level fRO or SROl Date a Author 1/30/2007 b Facility Reviewer (*) 2 / I 2I 2 e d c NRC Chief Examiner (#)
d NRC Supervisor NOTE: # Independent NRC reviewer initial items in Column "c", chief examiner concurrence required.
NUREG-1021, Revision 9
f EL L J ~ Examination SecJriiv Aureement Form Es-201 -3
- 1. Pre-Examination I acknowledge that I have acquired specialized knowledge about the NRC licensing examinations scheduled for the week(s) of q/3° '17 as of the date of my signature. I agree that I will not knowingly divulge any information about these examinations to any persons who have not been authorized by the NRC chief examiner. I understand that Iam not to instruct, evaluate, or provide performance feedback to those applicants scheduled to be administered these licensing examinations from this date until completion of examination administration, except as specifically noted below and authorized by the NRC. Furthermore, I am aware of the physical security measures and requirements (as documented in the facility licensee's procedures) and understand that violation of the conditions of this agreement may result in cancellation of the examinations and/or an enforcement action against me or the facility licensee. I will immediately report to facility management or the NRC chief examiner any indications or suggestions that examination security may have been compromised.
- 2. Post-Examination To the best of my knowledge, I did not divulge to any unauthorized persons any information concerning the NRC licensing examinations administered during the week(s) of . From the date that 1 entered into this security agreement until the completion of examination administration, I did not instruct, evaluate, or provide performance feedback to those applicants who were administered these licensing examinations, except as specifically noted below and authorized by the NRC.
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P ES-201 Examination Security Agreement Form ES-2013
- 1. Pre-Examination I acknowledge that I have acquired specialized knowledge about the NRC licensing examinations scheduled for the week(s) of 5 0 3 as of the date of my signature. I agree that I will not knowingly divulge any information about these examinations to any persons who have not been authorized by the NRC chief examiner. I understand that I am not to instruct, evaluate, or provide performance feedback to those applicants scheduled to be administered these licensing examinations from this date until completion of examination administration, except as specifically noted below and authorized by the NRC (e.g., acting as a simulator booth operator or communicator is acceptable if the individual does not select the training content or provide direct or indirect feedback). Furthermore, I am aware of the physical security measures and requirements (as documented in the facility licensee's procedures) and understand that violation of the conditions of this agreement may result in cancellation of the examinations and/or an enforcement action against me or the facility licensee. I will immediately report to facility management or the NRC chief examiner any indications or suggestions that examination security may have been compromised.
- 2. Post-Examination To the best of my knowledge, I did not divulge to any unauthorized persons any information concerning the NRC licensing examinations administered during the week(s) of 5,lt,lT . From the date that I entered into this security agreement until the completion of examination administration, I did not instruct, evaluate, or provide performance feedback to those applicants who were administered these licensing examinations, except as specifically noted below and authorized by the NRC.
ES-301 Operating Test Quality Checklist Form ES-301-3 Facility: Vermont Yankee Date of Examination: AprillMay 2007 Operating Test Number: I
- a. The operating test conforms to the previously approved outline; changes are consistent with sampling requirements (e.g. 10 CFR 55.45, operational importance, safety function distribution).
- b. There is no day-to-day repetition between this and other operating tests to be administered during this examination. 50
- c. The operating test shall not duplicate items from the applicants' audit test@)(see Section D.l .a).
- d. Overlap with the written examination and between different parts of the operating test is within acceptable limits. so
- e. It appears that the operating test will differentiate between competent and less-than-comDetent aDDlicants at the desianated license level. 59
- a. Each JPM indudes the following, as applicable:
- initial conditions
- initiating cues
- references and tools, including associated procedures
- reasonable and validated time limits (average time allowed for completion) and specifc designation if deemed to be time critical by the facility licensee
- operationally important specific performance criteria that include:
- detailed expected actions with exact criteria and nomenclature
- system response and other examiner cues
- statements describing important observations to be made by the applicant
- criteria for successful completion of the task
- identification of critical steps and their associated performance standards The associated simulator operating tests (scenario sets) have been reviewed in accordance with Form ES-301-4 and a copy is attached.
Prin ed Name / Siflture Date h/\
Author Facility Reviewer (*)
NRC Chief Examiner (#)
NRC Supervisor NOTE: The facility signature is not applicable for NRC-developedtests.
- Independent NRC reviewer initial items in Column 'c", chief examiner concurrence required.
NUREG-1021, Revision 9
ES-401 Written Examination Quality Checklist ES-401-6 Facility: Vermont Yankee Date of Exam: April I May 2007 Exam Level: ROISRO I
Item Description a
- 1. Questions and answers technically accurate and applicable to facility. S?
- 2. a. NRC WAS referenced for all questions.
- b. Facility learning objectives referenced as available. 5-9
- 4. The sampling process was random and systematic. (If more than 4 RO and 2 SRO questions were repeated from the last 2 NRC licensing exams, consult the NRR OL Program Office) 0
- 5. Question duplication from the license screeninglaudit exam was controlled as indicated below (check the item that applies) and appears appropriate:
X the audit exam was systematically and randomly developed the audit exam was completed before the license exam was started the examinations were developed independently the licensee certifies that there is no duplication other (explain) sr?
- 6. Bank use meets limits (no more than 75 percent Bank Modified New from the bank at least I O percent new, and the rest new or modified); enter the actual RO I SRO-only 49 17 010 26 118 question distribution(s) at right. 59
- 7. Between 50 and 60 percent of the question on the Memo CIA RO exam are written at the comprehension/
analysis level; the SRO exam may exceed 60 35 I7 40 I 18 percent if the randomly selected WAS support the higher cognitive levels; enter the actual RO I SRO question distribution(s) at right 5P
- 8. Referenceshandouts provided do not give away answers or aid in the elimination of distractors. sl) r
- 9. Question content conforms with specific KIA statements in the previously approved examination outline and is appropriate for the tier to which they are assigned; deviations are justified. gD IO. Question psychometric quality and format meet the guidelines in ES Appendix B.
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- 11. The exam contains the required number of one-point, multiple choice items; the total is correct and agrees with value on cover sheet. YO Printed Name ISianature date Author Steven Dennis I 4 G 3 Facility Reviewer r)
NRC Chief Examiner (#)
NRC Regional Supervisor Note:
- The facility reviewer's initialslsignature are not applicable for NRC-developedexaminations.
- Independent NRC reviewer initial items in Column "c"; chief examiner concurrence required.
NUREG-1021, Revision 9
ES-403 Written Examination Grading Form ES-403-1 Quality Checklist evel: ROM SROM Item Description a b C
- 1. Clean answer sheets copied before grading
- 2. Answer key changes and question deletions justified and documented
- 3. Applicants' scores checked for addition errors (reviewers spot check > 25% of examinations)
- 4. Grading for all borderline cases (80 52% overall and 70 or 80, as applicable, ?4% on the SRO-only) reviewed in detail
- 5. All other failing examinations checked to ensure that grades are justified
- 6. Performance on missed questions checked for training deficiencies and wording problems; evaluate validity of auestions missed bv half or more of the applicants Printed NameEignature Date
- a. Grader
- b. Facility Reviewerr) 5-1.t-07
- c. NRC Chief Examiner (*)
- d. NRC Supervisor (*)
(*) The facility reviewer's signature is not applicable for examinations graded by the NRC; two independent NRC reviews are required.
ES-403, Page 5 of 5