ML19168A197
| ML19168A197 | |
| Person / Time | |
|---|---|
| Issue date: | 06/17/2019 |
| From: | Mayer A Division of Inspection and Regional Support |
| To: | |
| Govan T, 415-6197, NRR/DIRS | |
| References | |
| Download: ML19168A197 (9) | |
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Reactor Oversight Process Self-Assessment Annie Mayer, Self Assessment Lead Division of Inspection and Regional Support Office of Nuclear Reactor Regulation
Key Messages
- Results of CY 2018 ROP self-assessment indicate that the ROP provided objective, risk-informed, understandable, and predictable oversight
- Identified improvements to the ROP 2
ROP Self-Assessment Process Element 2 Assess effectiveness of changes to the Element 1 ROP Element 3 Measure Conduct deep-dive implementation and reviews of ROP effectiveness of ROP programs Continuous Monthly ROP Public Reactive & Supplemental Meetings ROP Inspection Evaluations NRC Regulatory Feedback ROP Feedback Information Conference Form Process Sessions 3
CY 2018 ROP Self-Assessment Results Self-Assessment 2018 Results Elements Metrics Yes 25 of 26 ROP metrics were Green 1 Red metric with action plan Element 1 Program Area Yes Complete - All ROP Program Areas Evaluations Effective Monitor ROP Yes Monitored Revisions Element 2 Effectiveness Yes 3 Reviews Completed -
Reviews Changes Were Effective Regional Peer Yes Region III - Implementing ROP per Reviews Governance Documents Focused Yes Emergency Preparedness SDP -
Element 3 Assessments Effective Baseline IP Yes Complete - Baseline Inspection Assessments Procedures Are Effective 4
CY 2018 Results Element 1: Measure effectiveness of and adherence to the current program
- Metrics assessment: 25 of 26 metrics were Green
- One Red metric - Efficiency metric for responsiveness to ROP feedback forms
- Staff taking actions to address performance in this area
- Program area evaluations:
- PI, inspection, SDP, and assessment programs ROP was consistently and effectively implemented in CY 2018 and all 4 ROP Program Areas are effective.
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CY 2018 Results Element 2: Monitor ROP revisions and assess effectiveness of recent program changes
- Three effectiveness reviews were conducted in CY 2018:
- Inspection Finding Resolution Management Pilot
- Recent changes to IP 95001, Supplemental Inspection Response to Action Matrix Column 2 Inputs
- Implementation of safety culture common language initiative All three ROP changes were determined to be effective with no unintended consequences identified.
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CY 2018 Results, Continued Element 3: Perform focused, in-depth assessments of specific program area(s)
- Regional peer review:
- Region III implements ROP effectively and consistent with ROP governance documents.
- Focused assessment:
- Emergency Preparedness SDP - effective with some recommendations for improvement.
- ROP Baseline IP review:
- All Baseline IPs effective with some recommended adjustments.
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CY 2018 Conclusions
- ROP provided effective oversight by meeting program goals and achieving intended outcomes
- Ensured openness and effectiveness in supporting NRC mission and strategic goals of safety and security
- ROP was successful in being objective, risk-informed, understandable, and predictable
- ROP improvements implemented and underway based on lessons learned and feedback from stakeholders 8
Limited CY 2019 ROP Self-Assessment Self-Assessment 2018 2019
- Prioritize ROP Elements enhancement Metrics Yes Yes
- Conduct ROP self- Program Yes Yes assessment holistic Evaluations review Monitor ROP Yes Deferred Revisions
- Metrics, Program Effectiveness Yes Yes Evaluations, and Reviews Effectiveness Review Regional Peer Yes Not only Reviews Required
- SECY Info Paper Focused Yes Deferred Assessments
- Implement changes in Baseline IP Yes Not time for CY 2020 Assessments Required 9