ML17198B282

From kanterella
Jump to navigation Jump to search
2017-06-Public Forms
ML17198B282
Person / Time
Site: Comanche Peak  Luminant icon.png
Issue date: 06/19/2017
From: Vincent Gaddy
Operations Branch IV
To:
Vistra Energy
References
50-445/OL-17, 50-446/OL-17
Download: ML17198B282 (10)
v • d • e


Text

OBDI 202 - INITIAL OPERATOR LICENSING PROCESS Revision 5 EXAM ASSIGNMENT TICKLER (Written Exam After the Op Test)

Chief: John Kirkland Facility: CPSES Date of Written Exam: 6/19/2017 U/I: Start of Op Test: 6/12/2017 End of Op Test: 6/16/2017 Written Exam Developed By: NRC / Facility Operating Test Developed By: NRC / Facility Due Date Description Date Complete Initials Notes 12/12/2016 Written Exam & Op Test Dates Confirmed 9/29/16 1/9/2017 NRC Examiners & Facility Contact Assigned 9/29/16 1/9/2017 Facility Contact Briefed on Security & Other Reqs 9/29/16 1/9/2017 Corporate Notification Letter sent 10/18/16 ES-201 Att-4 produced by CE 2/6/2017 Reference material due (if NRC authored) 3/20/17 ES-201 Att-3 3/13/2017 Integrated exam outlines due 3/20/17 3/20/2017 Outlines reviewed by CE; feedback approved by BC 3/21/17 ES-201-2 signed by CE & BC 3/20/2017 Feedback on integrated outlines provided to facility 3/21/17 4/10/2017 DRAFT exam / docs / support reference material due 3/17/17 4/17/2017 Peer review of written exam complete 4/20/17 Document review on ES-401-9 4/25/2017 Written exam and operating test reviews completed 5/2/17 Document review on ES-401-9 5/8/2017 Preliminary license applications due 5/9/17 NRC Forms 398/396 5/15/2017 Preliminary license applications and waivers reviewed 5/10/17 5/15/2017 DRAFT exam reviewed by CE; feedback approved by BC 4/24/17 5/15/2017 Feedback on DRAFT exam provided to facility 5/2/17 5/15/2017 On-site validation & 10% audit of license applications 5/18/17 5/29/2017 Final applications due & List of Applicants prepared 5/30/17 ES-201-4 prepared by LA LA produces / BC signs Exam Approval Letter 5/29/2017 Branch Chief approves FINAL exam (Written & Op Test) 5/31/17 (ES-201 Att-5)

Facility Licensee management queried regarding the licensee's 6/5/2017 N/A N/A views on the examination 6/5/2017 Final applications approved & waiver letters sent 6/1/17 6/5/2017 Proctoring/written exam admin guidelines reviewed w/ facility 6/15/17 6/5/2017 Exam material to exam team 6/1/17 6/12/2017 Administer Operating Test 6/12/17 6/23/2017 Examiner's document op test results on ES 303's 6/20/17 6/26/2017 Facility post-exam documentation due 6/26/17 6/26/2017 NRC written exam grading completed 6/27/17 ES-403-1 to BC 7/3/2017 Chief Examiner review of written exam & op test completed 6/27/17 Signed ES 303's to BC 7/10/2017 Branch Chief review of exam results completed 6/29/17 7/17/2017 Waivers/deferrals reviewed for impact on licensing decision 6/29/17 7/17/2017 License/Denial letters mailed; Facility notified of results 6/29/17 7/17/2017 RPS/IP number of examinees updated 6/27/17 print Report-21 7/31/2017 Examination Report Issued 7/11/17 produced by CE 8/7/2017 SUNSI checklist complete and exam docs to ADAMS 7/17/17 SUNSI checklist to LA 8/14/2017 Ref Mat'l Returned after Final Resolution of Appeals N/A N/A Replaces NUREG-1021, Revision 10, Forms ES-201-1 and ES-501-1

ES-201 Examination Outline Quality Checklist Form ES-201-2 Facility:

Item CPNPP I

'cl Task Description Date of Examination :

JU11l a

c9-ot'7 Initials b* c#

1.

w

a. Verify that the outline(s) fit(s) the appropriate model, in accordance with ES-401 or ES-401 N. ~{(_ JL .µ.

R b. Assess whether the outline was systematically and randomly prepared in accordance with T

I Section D.1 of ES-401 or ES-401N and whether all KIA categories are appropriately sampled. SK. J\.. ft/£

~ ~L T

E c. Assess whether the outline over-emphasizes any systems, evolutions, or generic topics. ' )4 N

d. Assess whether the justifications for deselected or rejected KIA statements are appropriate. ~~ JL .¢!-

I 2.

s I

a. 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 major transients.

DR JL v%'

M b. Assess whether there are enough scenario sets (and spares) to test the projected number and u mJx of applicants in accordance with the expected crew composition and rotation schedule L

A without compromising exam integrity, and ensure that each applicant can be tested using at least one new or significantly modified scenario, that no scenarios are duplicated from the ~ JL ffJ'-

T applicants' audit test(s), and that scenarios will not be repeated on subsequent days.

0 R

c. To the extent possible, assess whether the outline(s) conform(s) with the qualitative and quantitative criteria specified on Form ES-301-4 and described in Appendix D. .)\2_ ~L ~
3. a. Verify that the systems walk-through outline meets the criteria specified on Form ES-301-2:

(1) the outline(s) contain(s) the required number of control room and in-plant tasks distributed w among the safety functions as specified on the form A

L (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) .)i JL fL' K (4) the number of new or modified tasks meets or exceeds the minimums specified on the form (5) the number of alternate path, low-power, emergency, and RCA tasks meet the criteria on T the form .

H R b. Verify that the administrative outline meets the criteria specified on Form ES-301-1 :

J~ Jl f4'-

0 (1) the tasks are distributed among the topics as specified on the form u (2) at least one task is new or significantly modified G (3) no more than one task is repeated from the last two NRC licensing examinations H

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. D'K ,lL ~

4.

G

a. Assess whether plant-specific priorities (including PRA and !PE insights) are covered in the appropriate exam sections. Di

, J JL p-JL .p-E N

E R

A

b. Assess whether the 10 CFR 55.41/43 and 55.45 sampling is appropriate.
c. Ensure that KIA importance ratings (except for plant-specific priorities) are at least 2.5.
d. Check for duplication and overlap among exam sections.

,, JL

, 1 p..

J\.... .-JU-L e. Check the entire exam for balance of coverage. 'll JL :µ

f. Assess whether the exam fits the appropriate job level (RO or SRO). 'l JL I~ v

~nted/I~-*~.-turPL

~

""\: " J

a. Author 17 ... lll<\ Ir '"7 1 7-
b. Facility Reviewer (*) .)Al(llU.. LLoVA l'// i... A I 1'f'li'l u

. .!Ohl" k'-IG k. (-a~nf-1 ~ ¥ -f._c.

.,/

ti i/fJb

c. NRC Chief Examiner (#) I
d. N RC Supervisor \/o1fflH f"'7t\{ftlllf JJ /1 f\.Ll-1 l /,..,, L 1 ~~

I I . - *- I Note: #Independent NRC reviewer initial items in Column "c"; chief examiner concurrence required.

  • Not applicable for NRG-prepared examination outlines.

ES-401 Written Examination Quality Checklist Form ES-401-6 Facility: CPNPP Date of Exam: June 19, 2017 Exam Level: RO

  • Initial Item Description a b* c*#
1. Questions and answers are technically accurate and applicable to the facility.
2. a. NRC K/As are referenced for all questions.
b. Facility learning objectives are referenced as available.
3. SRO questions are appropriate in accordance with Section D.2.d of ES-401 4 The sampling process was random and systematic (If more than 4 RO or 2 SRO questions were repeated from the last two NRC licensing exams, consult the NRR/NRO OL program office).
5. Question duplication from the licensee screening/audit exam was controlled as indicated below (check the item that applies) and appears appropriate

_ The audit exam was systematically and randomly developed; or

_ the audit exam was completed before the license exam was started; or

-}fie examinations were developed independently; or

'!!/-the licensee certifies that there is no duplication; or

_other (explain)

6. Bank use meets limits (no more than 75 percent from the Bank Modified New bank, at least 1O percent new, and the rest new or modified); enter the actual RO I SRO-only question distribution(s) at right 28/5 11/3 36/17
7. Between 50 and 60 percent of the questions on the RO Memory C/A exam are written at the comprehension/ analysis level; the SRO exam may exceed 60 percent if the randomly selected K/As support the higher cognitive levels; enter 37/12 38/13 the actual RO I SRO question distribution(s) at right.
8. References/handouts provided do not give away answers or aid in the elimination of distractors.
9. Question content conforms to specific KIA statements in the previously approved examination outline and is appropriate for the tier to which they are assigned; deviations are justified.
10. Question psychometric quality and format meet the guidelines in ES Appendix B.
11. The exam contains the required number of one-point, multiple choice items; the total is correct and agrees with the value on the cover sheet.

Date Jordan Ruby I 5/25/17 i a. Author 5/25/17

~ b. Facility Reviewer (*)

~ c. NRC Chief Examiner(#)

~ d. NRC Regional Supervisor Note: The facility reviewer's initials or signature are not applicable for NRG-developed examinations.

  1. Independent NRC reviewer initials items in Column "c"; chief examiner concurrence required.

CPNPP NRC 2017 ES-401-6, Written Exam Quality Checklist Rev. 3

ES-301 Operating Test Quality Checklist Form ES-301-3 Facili CPNPP Date of Examination: 6/1212017 Test Number: CP-2017-06 Initials

1. General Criteria a

a.

b. There is no day-to-day repetition between this and other operating tests to be administered durin this examination.
c. The o eratin test shall not du licate items from the a licants' audit test s . see Section D.1 .a.
d. Overlap with the written examination and between different parts of the operating test is within acce table limits.
e. It appears that the operating test will differentiate between competent and less-than-competent a licants at the desi nated license level.
2. Walk-Through Criteria
a. Each JPM includes 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 specific 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 restrictions on the s uence of ste , if a licable

b. Ensure that any changes from the previously approved systems and administrative walk-through outlines (Forms ES-301-1 and 2) have not caused the test to deviate from any of the acceptance criteria (e.g .. item distribution, bank use, repetition from the last 2 NRC examinations) specified on those forms and Form ES-201-2.
3. Simulator Criteria The associated simulator operating tests (scenario sets) have been reviewed in accordance with Form ES-301-4 and a co is attached.

Date

a. Author Jordan Rub 5/25/17
b. Facility Reviewer(*) Ja Lio d I 5/25/17
c. NRC Chief Examiner (#) SJs1/17
d. NRC Supervisor NOTE:
  • The facility signature is not applicable for NRG-developed tests.
  1. Ind ndent NRC reviewer initial items in Column "c"; chief examiner concurrence r uired.

CPNPP 2017 NRC ES-301-3, Operating Test Quality Checklist Rev. 3

ES-301 Simulator Scenario Quality Checklist Form ES-301-4 i[ Facility: CPNPP Date of Exam: 6/12/2017 Scenario Numbers: 1 I 2 I 3 I 4 Operating Test No.:CP-2017-06 tit

.1 QUALITATIVE ATTRIBUTES Initials I!I

!1 If a b* c# I

!~

'! 1.

t I.

~~

!1!, 2.

The initial conditions are realistic, in that some equipment and/or instrumentation may be out of service, but it does not cue the operators into expected events. :i'{l f)L !/I-()J,.

The scenarios consist mostly of related events. ~

i~ 3 Each event description consists of I I

ii:

i*

the point in the scenario when- it is to be initiated the malfunction(s) or conditions that are entered to initiate the event the symptoms/cues that will be visible to the crew the expected operator actions (by shift position) ~ rµ :f'?

.!

  • the event termination point (if applicable) i i 4. The events are valid with regard to physics and thermodynamics. _'{l l1l 'f(/l

! 5.

I Sequencing and timing of events is reasonable, and allows the eXa.mination team to obtain complete evaluation results commensurate with the scenario objectives. :ll !U fb

! 6. If time compression techniques are used, the scenario summary clearly so indicates.

I

~ f}1 f'L-I, Operators have sufficient time to carry out expected activities without undue time constraints.

! Cues are given.

i 7. The simulator modeling is not altered. \k' II.,. ,~

II 8. The scenarios have been validated. Pursuant to 10 CFR 55.46(d), any open simulator performance deficiencies or deviations from the referenced plant have been evaluated to ensure that functional fidelity is maintained while running the planned scenarios. l\e !fl ~-

I, II i 9. Every operator will be evaluated using at least one new or significantly modified scenario. All other scenarios have been altered in accordance with Section D.5 of ES-301. IJQ_ !JJ ~

I i

10. All individual operator competencies can be evaluated, as verified using Form ES-301-6 (submit the form along with the simulator scenarios). .\~ !Jl ftll-

~ () f!L--

!,, 11. The scenario set provides the opportunity for each applicant to be evaluated in each of the applicable rating factors. (Competency Rating factors as described on forms ES-303-1 and ES-303-3.)

  • ? /( tpt-lj I! 12. Each applicant will be significantly involved in the minimum number of transients and events specified Ii on Form ES-301-5 (submit the form with the simulator scenarios).

i'-1 13. The level of difficulty is appropriate to support licensing decisions for each crew position. 'I I 'P-Ii Target Quantitative Attributes (Per Scenario; See Section D.5.d) Actual Attributes -- -- --

I

( I rj 1. Malfunctions after EOP entry (1-2) 3 I 4 I 2 I 3

,, 1flL 11 2. Abnormal events (2-4) 5 I 4 I 4 I 5 f1 ~

Major transients (1-2) 2 I 2 I 2 I 2 7 t11 .fOL I! 3.

1! 4.

EOPs entered/requiring substantive actions (1-2) 2/2/2/1

, II I/ ~

EOP contingencies requiring substantive actions (0-2) 1/1/0/1 I ~ -'1f/£ 11 5.

~I l! 6. EOP based Critical tasks (2-3) 2 I 3 I 2 I 2 l I ~

1.

jl NOTE: . The facility signature is not applicable for NRG-developed tests .

j" If

~1 # Independent NRC reviewer initial items in Column "c"; chief

,,:1 examiner concurrence required.

l CPNPP 2017 NRC ES-301-4, Simulator Scenario Quality Checklist Rev. 3

ES-403 Written Examination Grading Form ES-403-1 Quality Checklist Facility: QPtJfp \ ~ l. Date of Exam:' fq If.Exam Level: RO '15f SRO ~ .

lteni Description Initials a b c

1. Clean answer sheets copied before grading
2. Answer key changes and question deletions justified and
f documented j(
3. Applicants' scores checked for addition errors (reviewers spot check> 25% of examinations)
Jl ();\_ 'f'I".

t

4. Grading for all borderline cases (80 +/-2% 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

~e tl .p

6. Performance on missed questions checked for training deficiencies and wording problems; evaluate validity of questions missed by half or more of the applicants j_ F Printed Name/Signature Date
a. Grader t(zz/11
b. Facility Reviewer(*) c.]zt./ 11 "In /,z
d. NRC Supervisor (*)

(*)

The facility reviewer's signature is not applicable for examinations graded by the NRC; two independent NRC reviews are required.

Page 1 of 4 Operator Licensing Exam Schedule 06/27/2017 15:11:53 From 06/12/2017 To 06/12/2017 Report 21 Region: 4 Phase Code: 5 Exam Week Site/Docket No./Insp Rpt # # Candidates Type Exam Author Chief Examiner Examiners Assigned 06/12/2017 Comanche Peak / 05000445 / RO - 3 SROI - 2 Admin NFF KIRKLAND, JOHN C. DRAKE, JAMES F.

TAC #: X02589 SROU - 1 KIRKLAND, JOHN C.

OSTERHOLTZ, CLYDE C.

06/12/2017 Comanche Peak / 05000446 / RO - 3 SROI - 2 Admin NFF KIRKLAND, JOHN C. DRAKE, JAMES F.

TAC #: X02590 SROU - 1 KIRKLAND, JOHN C.

OSTERHOLTZ, CLYDE C.

Sites: CP Orgs: 4620 Exam Author: ALL

ES-201 Examination Security Agreement 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 06/12/2017 - 06/19/2017 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. 1will immediately report to facility management or the NRG 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 06/12/2017 - 06/19/2017. 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.

PAINTED NAME JOB TITLE I RESPONSIBILITY DATE NOTE E)<OM De.v~.{aptr NOTES:

I or 3

ES-201 Examination Security Agreement 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 06/12/2017 - 06/19/2017 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 06/12/2017 - 06/19/2017. 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.

PRINTED NAME JOB TITLE I RESPONSIBILITY SIGNATURE (1) DATE SIGNATURE (2) DATE NOTE f6!fCT~ o/ei'Alo/:

NOTES: 2 0 F°' 3

ES-201 Examination Security Agreement 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 06/12/2017 - 06/19/2017 as of the date ol 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 NRG chief examiner. I understand that I am not to instruct, evaluate, or provide performance leedback 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 leedback). 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 06/12/2017 - 06/19/2017. From the dale 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.

PRINTED NAME JOB TITLE I RESPONSIBILITY DATE NOTE

1. _~ ~ . vv'\.w~_ St.a 2.--#_~!-fP-~-- _J;)<~t..J~
3. ~D>E'f'Jj \"' L..fu/lN
~~~"'

S R.O

~:~ffl

9. _ __

10._ _ _ _ _ _ __

11. _ _ _ _ _ _ __

12._ _ _ _ _ _ __

13._ _ _ _ _ _ __

14. _ _ _ _ _ _ __

15._ _ _ _ _ _ __

NOTES: } PF 3

Retrieved from "https://kanterella.com/w/index.php?title=ML17198B282&oldid=2509563"