ML15238B206

Model Tech Specs for Fire Protection Program

ML15238B206
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Site:	Oconee
Issue date:	01/15/1980
From:	Office of Nuclear Reactor Regulation
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INSTRUMENTATION FIRE DETECTION INSTRUMENTATION LIMITING CONDITION FOR OPERATION 3.3.3.8 As a minimum, the fire detection instrumentation for each fire detection zone shown in Table 3.3-11 shall be OPERABLE.

APPLICABILITY:

Whenever equipment protected by the fire detection instrument is required to be OPERABLE.

ACTION:

With the number of OPERABLE fire detection instrument(s) less than the minimum number OPERABLE requirement of Table 3.3-11:

a Within I hour establish a fire watch patrol to inspect the zone(s) with the inoperable instrument(s) at least once per hour, unless the instrument(s) is located inside the containment, then inspect the containment at least once per 8 hours9.259259e-5 days <br />0.00222 hours <br />1.322751e-5 weeks <br />3.044e-6 months <br /> or (monitor the containment air temperature at least once per hour at the locations listed in Specification 4.6.1.6).

b.

Restore the inoperable instrument(s) to OPERABLE status within 14 days, or in lieu of any other report required by Specification 6.9.1, prepare and submit a Special Report to the Commission pursuant to Soecification 6.9.2 within the next 30 days outlining the action taken, the cause of the inoperability and the plans and schedule for restoring the instrument(s) to OPERABLE status.

c.

The provisions of Specifications 3.0.3 and 3.0.4 are not applicable.

SURVEILLANCE REOUIREMENTS 4.3.3.8.1 Each of the above required fire detection instruments which are accessible during plant operation shall be demonstrated OPERABLE at least once Der 6 months by performance of a CHANNEL FUNCTIONAL TEST.

Fire detectors which are not accessible during plant operation shall be demonstrated OPERABLE bv the Derformance of a CHANNEL FUNCTIONAL TEST durino each COLD SHUTDOWN exceeding 24 hours2.777778e-4 days <br />0.00667 hours <br />3.968254e-5 weeks <br />9.132e-6 months <br /> unless performed in the previous B months..

4.3.3.8.2 The NFPA Standard 72D supervised circuits supervision associated wiTh the detector alarms of each of the above reouired fire detection instru ments shall be demonstrated OPERABLE at least once per 6 months.

4.3.3.8.3 The non-supervised circuits, associated with detector alarms, between the instrument and the control room shall be demonstrated OPERABLE at least once per 31 days.

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TABLE 3.3-11 FIRE DETECTION INSTRUMENTS INSTRUMENT LOCATION (Illustrative**)

MINIMUM INSTRUMENTS OPERABLE*

HEAT FLAME SMOKE

1.

Containment Zone 1 Elevation Zone 2 Elevation

2.

Control Room

3.

Cable Spreading Zone 1 Elevation Zone 2 Elevation

4.

Computer Room

5.

Switchcear Room

6.

Remote Shutdown Panels

7.

Station Battery Rooms Zone 1 Elevation Zone 2 Elevation

8.

Turbine Zone 1 Elevation Zone 2 El evati on

9.

Diesel Generator Zone 1 Elevation Zone 2 Elevation

10.

Diesel Fuel Storage

1.

Safety Related Pumps Zone 1 Elevation Zone 2 Elevation

12.

Fuel Storage Zone 1 Elevation Zone 2 Elevation lThe fire detection instruments located within the Containment are not recuired to be OPERABLE during the performance of Type A Containment Leakace Rate Tests.

4L st all detectors in areas recuired to insure the OPERABILITY of Safety related equipment and indicate instruments which automatically actuate fire supPress ion systems.

0 PLANT SYSTEMS 3/4.7.11 FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS FIRE SUPPRESSION WATER SYSTEM LIMITING CONDITION FOR OPERATION 3.7.11.1 The fire suppression water system shall be OPERABLE with:

a. (Two) fire suppression pumps, each with a capacity of (2500) gpm, with their discharge aligned to the fire suppression header,

b. Separate water supplies, each with a minimum contained volume of gallons, and

c.

An OPERABLE flow path capable of takino suction from the tank and the tank and transferring the water through distribution

.piping with OPERABLE sectionalizing control or isolation valves to the yard hydrant curb valves, the last valve ahead of the water flow alarm device on each sprinkler or hose standpipe, and the last valve ahead of the deluge valve on each deluge or spray system required to be OPERABLE per Specifications 3.7.11.2, 3.7.11.5 and 3.7.11.6.

APPLICAILITY:

At all times.

ACTION:

a.

With one pump and/or one water supply inoperable, restore the inoper able equipment to OPERABLE status within 7 days or, in lieu of any other report required by Specification 6.9.1, prepare and submit a Special Report to the Commission pursuant to Specification 6.9.2 within the next 30 days outlining the plans and procedures to be used to restore the inoperable equipment to OPERABLE status or to provide an alternate backup pump or supply. The provisions of Specifications 3.0.3 and 3.0.4 are not applicable.

b. With the fire suppression water system otherwise inoperable:

1.

Establish a backup fire suppression water system within 24 hours2.777778e-4 days <br />0.00667 hours <br />3.968254e-5 weeks <br />9.132e-6 months <br />, and

2. In lieu of any other report required by Specification 6.9.1, submit a Special Report in accordance with Specification 6.9.2:

a)

By telephone within 24 hours2.777778e-4 days <br />0.00667 hours <br />3.968254e-5 weeks <br />9.132e-6 months <br />, b)

Confirmed by telegraDh, mailgram or facsimile transmission no later than the first working day following the event, and

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PLANT SYSTEMS ACTION:

(Continued) c) In writing within 14 days following the event, outlining the action taken, the cause of the inoperability and the plans and schedule for restoring the system to OPERABLE status.

SURVEILLANCE REQUIREMENTS 4.7.11.1.1 The fire suppression water system shall be demonstrated OPERABLE:

a.

At least once per 7 days by verifying the contained water supply volume.

b.

At least once per 31 days on a STAGGERED TEST BASIS by starting each electric motor driven pump and operating it for at least 15 minutes on recirculation flow.

c.

At least once per 31 days by verifying that each valve (manual, power operated or automatic) in the flow path is in its correct position.

d.

(At least once per 6 months by performance of a system flush.)

e.

At least once per 12 months by cycling each testable valve in the flow path through at least one complete cycle of full travel.

f.

At least once per 18 months by performing a system functional test which includes simulated automatic actuation of the system throughout its operating sequence, and:

1.

Verifying that each automatic valve in the flow path actuates to its correct position,

2. Verifying that each pump develops at least (2500) gpm at a system head of (250) feet,

3.

Cycling each valve in the flow path that is not testable during plant operation through at least one complete cycle of full travel, and

4.

Verifying that each fire suppression pump starts (sequentially) to maintain the fire suppression water system pressure greater than or equal to psig.

g.

At least once per 3 years by performing a flow test of the system in accordance with Chapter 5, Section 11 of the Fire Protection Handbook, 14th Edition, published by the National Fire Protection Association.

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PLANT SYSTEMS SURVEILLANCE REQUIREMENTS (Continued) 4.7.11.1.2 The fire pump diesel engine shall be demonstrated OPERABLE:

a. At least once per 31 days by verifying:

1.

The fuel storage tank contains at least gallons of fuel, and

2. The diesel starts from ambient conditions and operates for at least 30 minutes on recirculation flow.

b.

At least once per 92 days by verifying that a sample of diesel fuel from the fuel storage tank, obtained in accordance with ASTM-D270-65, is within the acceptable limits specified in Table 1 of ASTM 0975-74 when checked for viscosity, water and sediment.

c.

At least once per 18 months, during shutdown, by subjecting the diesel to an inspection in accordance with procedures prepared in conjunction with its manufacturer's recommendations for the class of service.

4.7.11.1.3 The fire pump diesel starting 24-volt battery bank and charger shall be demonstrated OPERABLE:

a. At least once per 7 days by verifying that:

I.

The electrolyte level of each battery is above the plates, and

2.

The overall battery voltage is greater than or equal to 24 volts.

b. At least once per 92 days by verifying that the specific gravity is appropriate for continued service of the battery.

c.

At least once per 18 months by verifying that:

1.

The batteries, cell plates and battery racks show no visual indication of phvsical damage or abnormal deterioration, and

2.

The battery-to-battery and terminal connections are clean.

tight, free of corrosion and coated writ ant'-corrosion material.

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PLANT SYSTEMS SPRAY AND/OR SPRINKLER SYSTEMS LIMITING CONDITION FOR OPERATION 3.7.11.2 The following spray and/or sprinkler systems shall be OPERABLE:

a. (Plant dependent - to be listed by name and location.)

b.

C.

APPLICABILITY: Whenever equipment protected by the spray/sprinkler system isi required to be OPERABLE.

ACTION:

a.

With one or more of the above required spray and/or sprinkler systems inoperable, within one hour establish a continuous fire watch with backup fire suppression equipment for those areas in which redundant systems or components could be damaged; for other areas, establish a hourly fire watch patrol.

Restore the system to OPERABLE status within 14 days or, in lieu of any other report.required by Specifica tion 6.9.1, prepare and submit a Special Report to the Commission pursuant to Specification 6.9.2 within the next 30 days outlining the action taken, the cause of the inoperability and the plans and schedule for restoring the system to OPERABLE status.

z.

The provisions of Specification 3.0.3 and 3.0.4 are not applicable.

SURVEILLANCE REQUIREMENTS 4.7.11.2 Each of the above required spray and/or sprinkler systems shall be demonstrated OPERABLE:

At least once per 31 days by verifying that each valve (manual, power operated or automatic) in the flow path is in its correct position.

b. At least once per 12 months by cycling each testable valve in the flow path through at least one complete cycle of full travel.

c.

At least once per 18 months:

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0 PLANT SYSTEMS SURVEILLANCE REQUIREMENTS (Continued)

1.

By performing a system functional test which includes simulated automatic actuation of the system, and:

a) Verifying that the automatic valves in the flow path actuate to their correct positions on a test

signal, and b) Cycling each valve in the flow path that is not testable during plant operation through at least one complete cycTe of full travel.

2.

By a visual inspection of the dry pipe spray and sprinkler headers to verify their integrity, and

3.

By a visual inspection of each nozzle's spray area to verify the spray patLern is not obstructed.

d.

At least once per 3 years by performing an air flow test through each open head spray/sprinkler header and verifying each open head.

spray/sprinkler nozzle is unobstructed.

PLANT SYSTEMS CO2 SYSTEMS LIMITING CONDITION FOR OPERATION 3'.7.11.3 The following high pressure and low pressure CO2 systems shall be OPERABLE.

a.

(Plant dependent - to be listed by name and location.)

b.

C.

APPLICABILITY:

Whenever equipment protected by the CO2 systems is required to be OPERABLE.

ACTION:

a. With one or more of the above required CO, systems inoperable, within one hour establish a continuous fife watch with backup fire suppression equipment for those areas in which redundant systems or components could be damaged; for other areas, establish an hourly fire watch patrol.

Restore the system to OPERABLE status within 14 days or, in lieu of any other report reouired by Specification 6.9.1, prepare and submit a Special Report to the Commission pursuant to Specification.6.9.2 withi the next 30 days outlining the action taken, the cause of the inoperability and the plans and schedule for restoring the system to OPERABLE status.

b.

The provisions of Specifications 3.0.3 and 3.0.4 are not applicable.

SURVEILLANCE REQUIREMENTS 4.7.11.3.1 Each of the above required CO systems shall be demonstrated OPERABLE at least once per 31 days by verfying that each valve (manual, power operated or automatic) in the flow path is in its correct position.

4.7.11.3.2 Each of the above recuired low pressure CO2 systems shall be demonstrated OPERABLE:

a.

At least once per 7 days by verifying the CO, storace tank level to be greater than and pressure to be greater than ____ psig, and

b. At least once per 18 months by veri7vinc:

1.

The system valves and associated ventilation dampers and fire door release mechanisms actuate manually and automatically, upon receipt of a simulated actuation signal, and

2.

Flow from each nozzle during a "Puff Test."

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PLANT SYSTEMS SURVEILLANCE REQUIREMENTS (Continued) 4.7.11.3.3 Each-of the above required high pressure CO2 systems shall be demonstrated OPERABLE:

a.

At least once per 6 months by verifying the CO2 storage tank weight to be at least 90% of full charge weight.

b.

At least once per 18 months by:

1. Verifying the system, including associated ventilation dampers and fire door release mechanisms, actuates manualy and automatically, upon receipt of a simulated actuation signal, and

2.

Performance of a flow test through headers and nozzles to assure no blockace.

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PLANT SYSTEMS HALON SYSTEMS LIMITING CONDITION.OR OPERATION 3.7.11.4 The following Halon systems shall be OPERABLE with the storage tanks having at least 95% of full charge weight (or level) and 90% of full charge pressure.

a.

(Plant dependent -

to be listed by name and location.)

b.

c.

APPLICABILITY:

Whenever equipment protected by the Halon system is required to be OPERABLE.

ACTION:

a. With one or more of the above required Halon systems inoperable, within one hour establish a continuous fire watch with backup fire suppression equipment for those areas in which redundant systems or components could be damaged; for other areas, establish an hourly fire watch patrol.

Restore the system to OPERABLE status within 14 days or, in lieu of any other report required by Specifica tion 6.9.1, prepare and submit a Special Report to the Commission pursuant to Specification 6.9.2 within the next 30 days outlining the action taken, the cause of the inoperability and the plans and schedule for restoring the system to OPERABLE status.

b. The provisions of Specifications 3.0.3 and 3.0.4 are not applicable.

SURVEILLANCE REOUIREMENTS 4.7.11.4 Each of the above required Halon systems shall be demonstrated OPERABLE:

a.

At least once per 31 days by verifying that each valve (manual, power operated or automatic) in the flow path is in its correct position.

b.

At least once per 6 months o verifying Halon storaoe tank weight (level) and pressure.

c. At least once per 18 months by:

1.

Verifying the system, including associated ventilation dampers and fire door release mechanisms, actuates manually and auto matically, upon receipt of a simulated actuation signal, and

2.

Performance of a flow test throuch headers and nczzlies to assure no blockage.

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PLANT SYSTEMS FIRE HOSE STATIONS LIMITING CONDITION FOR OPERATION 3.7.11.5 The fire hose stations shown in Table 3.7-10 shall be OPERABLE.

APPLICABILITY:

Whenever equipment in the areas protected by the fire hose stations is required to be OPERABLE.

ACTION:

a. With one or more of the fire hose stations shown in Table 3.7-10 inoperable, route an additional equivalent capacity fire hose to the unprotected area(s) from an OPERABLE hose station within 1 hour1.157407e-5 days <br />2.777778e-4 hours <br />1.653439e-6 weeks <br />3.805e-7 months <br /> if the inoperable fire hose is the primary means of fire suppression; otherwise, route the additional hose within 24 hours2.777778e-4 days <br />0.00667 hours <br />3.968254e-5 weeks <br />9.132e-6 months <br />.

Restore the fire hose station to OPERABLE status within 14 days or, in lieu of any other report required by Specification 6.9.1, prepare and submit a Special Report to the.Commission pursuant to Specification 5.9.2 within the next 30 days out lining the action taken, the cause of the inoperability, and plans and schedule for restoring the station to OPERABLE status.

b.

The provisions of Specifications 3.0.3 and 3.0.4 are not applicable.

SURVEILLANCE REOUIREMENTS 4.7.11.5 Each of the fire hose stations shown in Table 3.7-10 shall be demonstrated OPERABLE:

a.

At least once per 31 days by a visual inspection of the. fire hose station to assure all required equipment is at the station.

b.

At least once per 18 months by:

1.

Removing the hose for inspection and re-racking, and

2.

Inspecting all gaskets and replacing any degraded casketS in the couplings.

c.

At least once oer 3 years by:

1.

Partially opening each hose station valve to verify valve OPERABhLITY and no flow blockage.

2.

Conducting -a hose hydrostatic test at a pressure at least 50 psig greater than the maximum pressure avaEialole at any hose station.

TABLE 3.7-10 FIRE HOSE STATIONS LOCATION*

ELEVATION HOSE RACK IDENTIFICATION xList all Fire Hose Stations reauirec to ensure the YRA.L c

safetV related equipment.

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PLANT SYSTEMS YARD FIRE HYDRANTS AND HYDRANT HOSE HOUSES LIMITING CONDITION FOR OPERATION

.3.7.11.6 The yard fire hydrants and associated hydrant hose houses shown in Table 3.7-11 shall be OPERABLE.

APPLICABILITY:

Whenever equipment in the areas protected by the yard fire hydrants is required to be OPERABLE.

ACT ON

a. With one or more of the yard fire hydrants or associated hydrant hose houses shown in Table 3.7-11 inoperable, within I hour have sufficient additional.lengths of 2 1/2 inch diameter hose located in an adjacent OPERABLE hydrant hose house to provide service to the unprotected area(s) if the inoperable fire hydrant or associated hydrant hose house is the primary means of fire suppression; otherwise, provide the additional hose within 24 hours2.777778e-4 days <br />0.00667 hours <br />3.968254e-5 weeks <br />9.132e-6 months <br />.

Restore the hydrant or hose house to OPERABLE status within 14 days or, in lieu of any other report required by Specification 6.9.1, prepare and submit a Special Report to the Commission pursuant to Specification 6.9.2 within the next 30 days outlining the action taken, the cause of the inoperability, and the plans and schedule for restoring the hydrant or hose house to OPERABLE status.

b. The provisions of Specification 3.0.3 and 3.0.4 are not applicable.

SUR:-ELLANCE RECUIREMENTS 4.7.11.6 Each of the yard fire hydrants and associated hydrant hose houses she n in Table 3.7-11 shall be demonstrated OPERABLE:

a. At least once per 31 days by visual inspection of the hydrant hose house to assure all required equipment is at the hose house.

b. At least once per 6 months (once during March, April or May and once during September, October or November) by visually inspecting each yard fire hydrant and verifying that the hydrant barrel is dry and that the hydrant is not damaged.

At least once per 12 months by:

1.

Conducting a hose hydrostatic test at a pressure at least 50 psig greater than the maximum pressure avalaole. at any yard fire hydrant.

2.

Inspecting all the gaskets and replacing any degraded gaskets in the couplings.

3.

Performing a flow check of each hydrant to verify its.OPERAELITY.

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TABLE 3.7-11 YARD FIRE HYDRANTS AND ASSOCIATED HYDRANT HOSE HOUSES LOCATION*

HYDRANT NUMBER tal Yard Fire Hvdrants and Hydrant Hose Houses requi red o ensure the OPERABLILITY of safety related equipment.

PLANT SYSTEMS 3/4.7.12 FIRE BARRIER PENETRATIONS LIMITING CONDITION FOR OPERATION 3.7-12 All fire barrier penetrations (including cable penetration barriers, fir-edoors and fire dampers), in fire zone boundaries, protecting safety related areas shall be functional.

APPLICABILITY:

At all times.

ACTION:

a. With one or more of the above required fire barrier penetrations non-functional, within one hour either, establish a continuous fire watch on at least one side of the affected penetration, or verify the OPERABILITY of fire detectors on at least one side of the non functional fire barrier and establish a hourly fire watch patrol.

Restore the non-functional fire barrier penetration(s) to functional status within z7 days or, in lieu of any other report required by Specification 6.9.1, prepare and submit a Special Report to the Commission pursuant to Specification 6.9.2 within the next 30 days outlining the action taken, the cause of the non-functional pene tration and plans and schedule for restoring the fire barrier pene tration(s) to functional status.

b.

The provisions of Specifications 3.0.3 and 3.0.4 are not applicable.

SURVEILLANCE REOUIREMENTS 4.7.12 Each of the above required fire barrier penetrations shall be verified to be functional:

a.

At least once per 18 months by a visual inspection.

b.

Prior to returning a fire barrier penetration to functional status following repairs or maintenance by performance of a visual inspection of the affected fire carri er penetration(s)

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6.0 ADMINISTRATIVE CONTROLS 6.1 RESPONSIBILITY 6.1.1 The Nuclear Plant Manager shall be responsible for overall facility operation and shall delegate in writing the succession to this responsibility during his absence.

6.1.2 The Nuclear Plant Manager shall be responsible for an annual fire protection inspection which shall be performed utilizing either qualified offsite licensee personnel or an outside fire protection firm.

The inspection shall consist of:

a) an inspection of safety-related areas of the Plant to verify that they are in confornance with the fire hazards analysis; and b) a review of the Fire Brigade organization, training, and drills to verify their conformance with the requirements of Section 27 of the NFPA Code-1976.

6.1.3 The Nuclear Plant Manager shall be responsible for an inspection of the fire protection program to be performed by a qualified outside fire consultant at least once per 36 months.

6.2 ORGANIZATION OFFSITE 6.2.1 The offsite organization for facility management and technical support shall be as shown on Figure 6.2-1.

FACILITY STAFF 6.2.2 The Facility organization shall be as shown on Figure 6.2-2 and:

a.

Each on duty shift shall be composed of at least the minimum shift crew composition shown in Table 6.2-1.

b. At least one licensed Operator shall be in the control room when fuel is in the reactor.

c. At least two licensed Operators shall be present in the control room during reactor start-up, scheduled reactor shutdown and during recovery from reactor trips.

d. An individual qualified in radiation protection procedures shall be on site when fuel is in the reactor.

CRYSTAL RIVER -

UNIT 3 6-1 Amendment No.

, 73,26

ADMINISTRATIVE CONTROLS

e. All CORE ALTERATIONS after the initial fuel loading shall be directly supervised by either a licensed Senior Reactor Operator or Senior Reactor Operator Limited to Fuel Handling who has no other concurrent responsibilities during this operation.

f. A site Fire Brigade of at least 5 members shall be maintained onsite at all times.#

The Fire Brigade shall not include 5 members of the minimum shift crew necessary for safe shutdown of the unit and any personnel required for other essential functions during a fire emergency.

Fire Brigade composition may be less than the minimum requirements for t period of time not to exceed 2 hours2.314815e-5 days <br />5.555556e-4 hours <br />3.306878e-6 weeks <br />7.61e-7 months <br /> in order to accommodate unexpected absence of Fire Brigade members provided immediate action is taken to restore the Fire Brigade to within the minimum requirements.

CRYSTAL RIVER - UNIT 3 6-la Amendment No. 26