IR 05000083/2018201
| ML18233A329 | |
| Person / Time | |
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| Site: | 05000083 |
| Issue date: | 08/30/2018 |
| From: | Anthony Mendiola Research and Test Reactors Oversight Projects Branch |
| To: | Enqvist A Univ of Florida |
| Eades J, NRR/DLP, 415-0136 | |
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August 30, 2018
SUBJECT:
UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA - U.S. NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION ROUTINE INSPECTION REPORT NO. 50-083/2018-201
Dear Dr. Enqvist:
From March 13-15, 2018, the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) conducted an inspection at your University of Florida Training Reactor. The enclosed report presents the results of that inspection, which were discussed on March 15, 2018, with members of your staff.
The inspection examined activities conducted under your license as they relate to safety and compliance with the Commissions rules and regulations and with the conditions of your license.
The inspector reviewed selective procedures and records, observed various activities, and interviewed personnel. Based on the results of this inspection, no findings of significance were identified. No response to this letter is required.
In accordance with Title 10 of the Code of Federal Regulations Section 2.390, Public inspections, exemptions, requests for withholding, a copy of this letter, its enclosure, and your response (if any) will be available electronically for public inspection in the NRC Public Document Room or from the Publicly Available Records component of NRCs document system (Agencywide Documents Access and Management 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, please contact Mr. Johnny H. Eads at (301) 415-0136 or by electronic mail at Johnny.Eads@nrc.gov.
Sincerely,
/RA/
Anthony J. Mendiola, Chief Research and Test Reactors Oversight Branch Division of Licensing Projects Office of Nuclear Reactor Regulation
Docket No.50-083 License No. R-56
Enclosure:
As stated
cc: w/enclosure: See next page
University of Florida
Docket No.50-083
Administrator Department of Environmental Regulation Power Plant of Siting Section State of Florida 2600 Blair Stone Road Tallahassee, FL 32301
State Planning and Development Clearinghouse Office of Planning and Budgeting Executive Office of the Governor The Capitol Building Tallahassee, FL 32301
Chief, Bureau of Radiation Control Department of Health 4052 Bald Cypress Way Tallahassee, FL 32399-1741
Test, Research and Training Reactor Newsletter P.O. Box 118300 University of Florida Gainesville, FL 32611-8300
Brian Shea, Reactor Manager University of Florida 212 Nuclear Science Building Gainesville, FL 32611-8300
Dean Cammy Abernathy University of Florida College of Engineering PO Box 116550 Gainesville, FL 32611
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NRR/DLP/PROB/BC NAME JEads NParker AMendiola DATE 8/24/2018 8/23/2018 8/30/2018
Enclosure U.S. NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION OFFICE OF NUCLEAR REACTOR REGULATION
Docket No.: 50-083
License No.:
R-56
Report No.:
50-083/2018-201
Licensee:
University of Florida
Facility:
University of Florida Training Reactor
Location:
Gainesville, Florida
Dates:
March 13-15, 2018
Inspector:
Approved by:
Anthony J. Mendiola, Chief Research and Test Reactors Oversight Branch Division of Licensing Projects Office of Nuclear Reactor Regulation
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
University of Florida University of Florida Training Reactor NRC Inspection Report No. 50-083/2018-201
The primary focus of this routine, announced inspection was the onsite review of selected aspects of the University of Floridas (the licensees) Class II training reactor (UFTR) safety programs including: (1) organization and staffing; (2) operating logs and records; (3) procedures; (4) requalification training; (5) surveillance and limiting conditions for operation (LCO); (6) experiments; (7) health physics; (8) design changes; (9) committees, audits and review; (10) emergency planning; (11) maintenance logs and records; (12) fuel handling logs and records; and (13) transportation of radioactive materials procedures. The licensees programs were acceptably directed toward the protection of public health and safety, and in compliance with the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) requirements.
Organization and Staffing
- Organizational structure and staffing were consistent with technical specification (TS)
requirements.
Operations Logs and Records
- Operations Logs and records were maintained in accordance with procedures and TSs.
Procedures
- The program for changing, controlling, and implementing facility procedures was acceptably maintained as required by the TSs and the applicable procedures.
Requalification Training
- Operator requalification was conducted as required by the Operator Requalification Plan
Surveillance and Limiting Conditions for Operation
- The inspector found that the surveillance program and supporting procedures met TS requirements.
- Operations met the TS LCO and surveillance requirements.
Experiments
Experiments were reviewed and approved as required by TS.
Health Physics
- Surveys were being completed and documented as required.
- Postings met regulatory requirements.
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- Personnel dosimetry was being worn and recorded doses were within the NRCs regulatory limits.
- Radiation monitoring equipment was being maintained and calibrated as required.
- The radiation protection program (RPP) satisfied regulatory requirements.
- The radiation protection training program was being administered as required.
- Environmental monitoring satisfied license and regulatory requirements.
Design Changes
- The review, evaluation, and documentation of changes to the facility satisfied NRC requirements.
Committee Audits and Reviews
- The review and audit program was being conducted acceptably by the Reactor Safety Review Subcommittee (RSRS) as stipulated in TS.
Emergency Planning
The emergency preparedness program was conducted in accordance with the emergency plan (EP).
Maintenance Logs and Records
- Maintenance logs, records, reviews, and performance satisfied TS and procedure requirements.
Fuel Handling Logs and Records
Fuel handling and inspection activities were completed and documented as required by TS and facility procedures.
Transportation of Radioactive Materials
- The program for shipping radioactive material satisfied regulatory requirements.
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REPORT DETAILS
Summary of Facility Status
The UFTR Class II 100 kilowatts Argonaut research reactor has been operated in support of experiments, reactor operator training, and periodic equipment surveillances. During the inspection, the reactor was shutdown for maintenance.
1.
Organization and Staffing
a.
Inspection Scope (Inspection Procedure (IP) 69001)
The inspector reviewed the following to verify compliance with the organization and staffing requirements in TS 6.1:
- UFTR organizational structure and staffing
TSs for UFTR, dated March 31, 2017
Selected UFTR Operating Log Records from January 1, 2017, to present
UFTR 2016-2017 Annual Report for September 1, 2016, through August 31, 2017
RSRS meeting minutes for 2017
b.
Observations and Findings
Since the last inspection, the organizational structure and the responsibilities of the reactor management and staff had not changed. Review of records verified that management responsibilities were administered as required by TS and applicable procedures. The inspector discussed reactor operations and staffing with reactor management and noted the shift staffing of the licensee satisfied the requirements for TS.
c.
Conclusion
- The organization structure and staffing were consistent with TS requirements.
2.
Operations Logs and Records
a.
Inspection Scope (IP 69001)
The inspector reviewed the following to ensure that reactor operations were conducted in accordance with procedures as required by TS 6.4 and that records were maintained as required by TS 6.8:
- University Training Reactor of Florida (UFTR) 2016-2017 Annual Report for September 1, 2016, through August 31, 2017
Selected UFTR Operating Log Records from January 1, 2017, to present
UFTR Operating Procedure A.2, Reactor Start-Up
UFTR Operating Procedure A.3, Operation at Power
b.
Observations and Findings
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The inspector reviewed selected daily operations log records from January 1, 2017, to present. Reactor operations were carried out in accordance with written procedures as required by TS 6.4. Information on the operational status and maintenance of the facility was recorded in the log book.
c.
Conclusion
Reactor operations were conducted in accordance with TS and procedural requirements. Logs and associated records were being maintained as required.
3.
Procedures
a.
Inspection Scope (IP 69001)
The inspector reviewed the following to ensure that the requirements of TS Section 6.4 were being met concerning written procedures:
- Records of changes and temporary changes to procedures
RSRS meeting minutes for 2017
UFTR Operating Procedure 0.1, Operating Document Controls, Revision 6, approval dated October 28, 2014
b.
Observations and Findings
Procedures were available for the activities and items required by TS 6.4.
Facility procedures were being revised as needed. The inspector verified that when modifications were made to the facility, these changes were properly captured in the daily and weekly preoperational checkouts. The changes were also controlled and approved the RSRS as required.
c.
Conclusion
The inspector determined that the procedural changes, control, and implementation program were acceptably maintained as required by TS.
4.
Requalification Training
a.
Inspection Scope (IP 69001)
To verify that the licensee was complying with the requirements of Title 10 of the Code of Federal Regulations (10 CFR) Part 55, Operators Licenses, to implement and maintain an operator requalification program, the inspector reviewed the following:
- Operator training records from 2017 to present
Operator written examination records from 2017 to present
UFTR Form 0.8A, Requalification Training Program Attendance Record
UFTR Biennial Evaluation and Recertification of Licensed Operators
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- UFTR Biennial Comprehensive Examination
Selected UFTR Operating Log Records from 2017 to present
b.
Observations and Findings
The inspector reviewed the training records for the required lectures of the requalification plan. The inspector noted that the licensee had completed all the training, comprehensive written requalification exams, and operating tests as required by the NRC approved UFTR Requalification Program.
c.
Conclusion
Operator requalification was being completed and being maintained up-to-date as required by the licensees operator requalification program.
5.
Surveillance and Limiting Conditions of Operation
a.
Inspection Scope (IP 69001)
The inspector reviewed the following to verify compliance with TS Section 3.0:
- Maintenance and surveillance reports for the months of January 2017 to present
TSs for UFTR dated March 31, 2017
Selected UFTR Operating Log Records from January 1, 2017, to present
b.
Observations and Findings
Through the review of operating logs and records, the inspector verified that operations were conducted in accordance with TS LCO. The inspector verified that surveillances had been completed on schedule, in accordance with licensee procedures, and in compliance with the TS.
c.
Conclusion
The inspector found that the surveillance program and supporting procedures met TS requirements. Operations met the TS LCO and surveillance requirements
6.
Experiments
a.
Inspection Scope (IP 69001)
The inspector reviewed selected aspects of the following to assure compliance with TS 3.8 and TS 6.5:
- Experiment logs and records for the since 2016
UFTR Annual Report for period 2016-2017
UFTR Operating Procedure A.5, Experiments, Revision 5, approval dated October 13, 2006.
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- UFTR Form Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)-A.5A, Request for UFTR Operation (Run Request Form)
b.
Observations and Findings
The inspector noted that two new experiments were reviewed by the RSRS, as required by the TS. The experiments were screened using the 10 CFR 50.59, Changes, tests and experiments, process and presented to the RSRS during the 2017 meetings. However, no new experiments have been performed.
c.
Conclusion
No new experiments have been performed since the last inspection. The program for reviewing and conducting experiments satisfied TS and procedural requirements.
7.
Health Physics
a.
Inspection Scope (Inspection Procedures (IP) 69001)
The inspector reviewed the following to verify compliance with 10 CFR Part 19, Notices, Instructions and Reports to Workers: Inspection and Investigations,10 CFR Part 20, Standards for Protection against Radiation, and the applicable TS requirements:
- Radiological signs and posting in various areas of the facility
Area and personnel dosimetry results for 2017 and 2018 to date
Facility and equipment during tours
Radiation protection training records
Maintenance and calibration of radiation monitoring equipment, including the water radioactivity monitor, area radiation monitor, and the continuous air monitor
b.
Observations and Findings
The universitys as low as reasonably achievable (ALARA) program provides guidance for keeping doses ALARA and is consistent with the guidance in 10 CFR Part 20. The program also requires reviews of the radiation safety procedures, the occupational radiation exposure, and the radiation level surveys.
These were being completed by the Radiation Safety Officer, as required.
The inspector reviewed the weekly area and storage contamination surveys completed in the restricted and unrestricted areas by the facility personnel.
Additional surveys were completed as part of the restarting of the reactor after extended shutdown and to adjust shielding. The results were documented on the appropriate forms and were evaluated and reviewed as required. No readings or results were noted that exceeded set action levels.
The inspector reviewed the postings at the entrances to various controlled areas.
The postings were acceptable and indicated the radiation and contamination
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hazards present. The inspector noted that the copies of NRC Form-3, Notice to Employees, were posted at the facility, as required by 10 CFR 19.11, Posting of notices to workers, and were the current version.
The licensee provided facility personnel with dosimetry from a National Voluntary Laboratory Accreditation Program-accredited vendor (Landauer). The monthly dosimetry records show doses were well below regulatory limits.
Pocket Ion Chambers were distributed to visitors for use during tours of the facility.
The inspector reviewed calibration records of selected portable survey meters, friskers, fixed radiation detectors, and air monitoring instruments in use at the facility. The records showed they were calibrated within the required frequency.
One liquid releases were performed in 2017. The release was approved as required after analyses indicated that the releases met regulatory requirements for discharge into the sanitary sewer. Argon-41 releases were also well below effluent concentration limits.
c.
Conclusion
The inspector determined that: (1) surveys were being completed and documented as required, (2) postings met regulatory requirements, (3) personnel dosimetry was being worn and recorded doses were within the NRCs regulatory limits, (4) radiation monitoring equipment was being maintained and calibrated as required, (5) the RPP satisfied regulatory requirements, (6) the radiation protection training program was being administered as required, and (7) environmental monitoring satisfied license and regulatory requirements.
8.
Design Changes
a.
Inspection Scope (IP 69001)
The inspector reviewed selected aspects of the following to assure that changes, tests, and experiments were being reviewed as required by 10 CFR 50.59:
- RSRS meeting minutes for 2017 to present
UFTR Annual Report for period 2016-2017
UFTR Operating Procedure 0.4, 10 CFR 50.59 Screening and Evaluation, Revision 3, approval dated October 21, 2011
o UFTR Form SOP-0.4A, 10 CFR 50.59 Applicability o UFTR Form SOP-0.4B, 10 CFR 50.59 Screening o UFTR Form SOP-0.4C, 10 CFR 50.59 Evaluation o 50.59 forms from 2017 to present
b.
Observations and Findings
The inspector reviewed the 10 CFR 50.59 evaluations and corresponding design change packages that were reviewed and approved by the RSRS and
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determined that they were focused on safety and met TS and UFTR procedure requirements.
c.
Conclusion
Based on the records reviewed, the inspector determined that the licensee's design change program was being implemented as required.
9.
Committees, Audits and Review
a.
Inspection Scope (IP 69001)
The inspector reviewed the following to ensure that the audits and reviews stipulated in TS Section 6.2 were being completed:
- Membership of the UFTR RSRS
UFTR RSRS meeting minutes for the past 2 years
UFTR Annual Report for period 2016-2017
b.
Observations and Findings
The inspector reviewed the RSRS meeting minutes for the past 2 years. The inspector verified that the RSRS met at least annually as required by Section 6.2.2 of the facility TS.
Since the last inspection, all required audits of reactor facility activities and reviews of programs, procedures, equipment, and proposed tests or experiments had been completed and documented as required. The audits were completed by designated individuals and reviewed by the RSRS.
c.
Conclusion
RSRSs review and audit program was being conducted acceptably as required by the TS.
10.
Emergency Planning
a.
Inspection Scope (IP 69001)
The inspector reviewed selected aspects of the following to verify compliance with the Emergency Plan University of Florida Training Reactor, dated August 31, 2014:
- Emergency Plan Audit for 2017
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Alachua County Emergency Management
MOU with Emergency Medical Services (EMSs)
Emergency Supplies and Equipment Cabinet
Emergency Procedures
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- Emergency drills for 2017
Training records for licensee staff and support personnel
b.
Observations and Findings
The inspector reviewed the EP in use at the reactor and verified that it was reviewed biennially as required. The inspector also reviewed the UFTR emergency procedures and surveillances.
The inspector reviewed the MOU between the UFTR and Alachua County Emergency Management. They assist with fire, EMS, ambulance, and law enforcement. The inspector also reviewed the MOU with the EMSs, which encompasses University of Florida College of Medicine and Shands Teaching Hospital. Both MOUs stipulated that they would be available during an emergency and provide support for the facility.
Emergency call lists had been revised and updated as needed and were available in the control room and in the emergency cabinet. The inspector also verified that emergency equipment, including decontamination material, was available and was being inventoried.
The EP was distributed to all responding support organizations and the call list was updated semiannually.
Through records review and interviews with licensee personnel and support organizations, the inspectors determined that they generally were knowledgeable of the proper actions to take in case of an emergency. Training for staff, hospital personnel was generally being conducted, with an annual comprehensive drill involving support organization personnel. These activities had been documented and reviewed acceptably.
c.
Conclusion
The emergency preparedness program was being conducted in accordance with the EP.
11.
Maintenance Logs and Records
a.
Inspection Scope (IP 69001)
To verify that the licensees operational and maintenance activities have been conducted consistent with regulatory requirements, the inspector reviewed selected aspects of:
- UFTR Maintenance Log Register
UFTR Work Assignment and Maintenance Log
UFTR Annual Report for period 2016-2017
Selected UFTR Operating Log Records from January 2017, to present
UFTR SOP-0.2, Control of Maintenance, Revision 5, dated September 2003
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b.
Observations and Findings
The inspector reviewed the maintenance records for scheduled and unscheduled preventive and corrective maintenance activities since last inspection. The maintenance records indicated that routine and preventive maintenance were well controlled and documented. When maintenance items were completed, system operational checks were performed to ensure that affected systems were operable before returning them to service.
c.
Conclusion
Maintenance logs, records, reviews, and performance satisfied TS and procedure requirements.
12.
Fuel Handling Logs and Records
a.
Inspection Scope (IP 69001)
To ensure that the licensee was following the requirements specified in TS 3.9.2 and TS 5.3, the inspector reviewed selected aspects of the following:
Fuel handling and training records
UFTR Operating Procedure C.1 to C.7
b.
Observations and Findings
The inspector determined that the licensee was maintaining the required records of the various fuel movements that had been completed and verified that the movements were conducted and recorded in compliance with procedure. The inspector determined that the procedures and the controls specified for these operations were acceptable.
c.
Conclusion
Fuel handling was completed and documented as required by TS and facility procedures.
13.
Transportation of Radioactive Materials
a.
Inspection Scope (IP 86740)
To verify compliance with regulatory and procedural requirements for transferring or shipping licensed radioactive material, the inspector reviewed the following:
Policy for Transfer of Radioactive Materials Between the UFTR R-56 License and the University of Florida 356-1 State License, June 17, 2002
b.
Observations and Findings
Through records review and discussions with licensee personnel, the inspector determined that no shipments of radioactive material had occurred since the last
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inspection. Any activated samples or swipes, water and air samples are transferred from the reactor license to the state license following the requirements described in the transfer policy.
c.
Conclusion
No radioactive material shipments had been made under the auspices of the reactor license during the past year.
14.
Exit Interview
The inspection scope and results were summarized on March 17, 2018, with members of licensee management. The inspector described the areas inspected and discussed in detail the inspection findings. The licensee acknowledged the findings presented and did not identify as proprietary any of the material provided to or reviewed by the inspector during the inspection
Attachment
PARTIAL LIST OF PERSONS CONTACTED
Licensee
B. Shea Reactor Manager
INSPECTION PROCEDURES USED
Class II Non-Power Reactors
ITEMS OPENED, CLOSED, AND DISCUSSED
Opened:
None
Closed:
None
Discussed:
None
LIST OF ACRONYMS USED
10 CFR
Title 10 of the Code of Federal Regulations ALARA
As Low As Reasonably Achievable EP
Emergency Plan EMS
Emergency medical services IP
Inspection Procedure LCO
Limiting Conditions for Operation MOU
Memorandum of Understanding NRC
U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission RPP
Radiation Protection Program RSRS
Reactor Safety Review Subcommittee SOP
Standard Operating Procedure TS
Technical Specification UFTR
University of Florida Training Reactor