ML19331D904

STS Re Fire Protection

ML19331D904
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Site:	Cooper
Issue date:	12/07/1979
From:	WESTINGHOUSE ELECTRIC COMPANY, DIV OF CBS CORP.
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-o INSTRUMENTATION FIRE DETECTION INSTRUMENTATION LIMITING CONDITION FOR OPERATION 3.3.3.8 As a minimum, the fire detection instrumentation for eacn fire detection zone shown in Table 3.3-11 shall be OPERABLE.

APPLICABILITY:

Whenever equipment protected by the fire detection instrument is requirea 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 1 hour1.157407e-5 days <br />2.777778e-4 hours <br />1.653439e-6 weeks <br />3.805e-7 months <br /> 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 conte.inment 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 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 instrument (s) to OPERASLE status.

c.

The provisions of Specifications 3.0.3 anc 3.0.4 are not applicable.

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

Fire detectors which are not accessible curing plant operation snall be demonstrated CPERAELE by the performance of a CHANNEL FUNCTIONAL TEST curing eacn 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 crevious 6 =cnths.

4.3.3.8.2 The NFPA Stancard 720 supervised circuits supervision associated with the de ector alarms of each of the above recuired fire detection instru-ments shall be demonstrated OPERABLE at least once per 6 months.

4.3.3.3.3 The non-supervised circuits, associated with detector alarms, ce: ween the instrument ar.d the control room shall be cemonstratec OPERASLE at least once per 31 cays.

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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.

Switchgear Room 6.

Remote Shutdown Panels 7.

Station Battery Rooms Zone 1 Elevation Zone 2 Elevation 8.

Turbine s

Zone 1 Elevation Zone 2 Elevation 9.

Diesel Generator Zone 1 Elevation Zone 2 Elevation 10.

Diesel Fuel Storage 11.

Safety Related Pumos Zone 1 Elevation Zone 2 Elevation 12.

Fuel Storage Zone 1 Elevation Zone 2 Elevation

• ine fire cetec-ion instruments located witnin the Containment are not recuired to ce OPERABLE during the performance of Tyce A Containment Leakage Rate Tests.

"" List all cetectors in areas recuires to insure the OPERAEILITY of Safety related ecuipment anc incicate ins ruments wnica automatically actuate fire succression systems.

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PLANT SYSTEMS.

3/4.7.11 FIRE SUCPRESSION SYSTEMS FIRE SUPPRESSION WATER SYSTEM LIMITING CONDITION FOR OPERATIO'N 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 taking suction frem the tank and the tank and transferring the water througn distribution piping witn OPERABLE sectionalizinc 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.

APPLICABILITY:

At all times.

4 ACTION:

a.

With one cump and/or one water supply incperable, restore the inoper-able equipment to OPERABLE status within 7 days or, in lieu of any

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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 watar 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 cf any other report required by Specification 5.9.1, submit a Special Report in accordan'e with Specification 6.9.2:

a)

Ey telephone within 24 hours2.777778e-4 days <br />0.00667 hours <br />3.968254e-5 weeks <br />9.132e-6 months <br />, 1

b)

Confirmed by telegraon, maiigram or facsimile transmission no later than :ne 'first working day following the event, anc W-STS 3/E7-25 DEC 7 1973 1

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PLANT SYSTEMS ACTION:

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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.

SI'~.61LLANCE REOUIREMENTS 4.7.11.1.1 The fire suppression water system sitall 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 sucoression pump starts (secuentially) to maintain the fire suopression water system pressure greater than or equal to psig.

g.

At least :nce Der 3 years by performing a flow test of tne system in accordance itn Chapter 5, Section 11 of the : ire Protection Hanc:oc(,

l'tn Edition, puolisned by the National : ire 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 s'iesel 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 pumo diesel starting 24-volt battery bank and charger shall be demonstrated OPERABLE:

a.

At least once per 7 days by verifying that:

1.

The electrolyte level of each battery is above the plates, and 2.

The overall bat'tery voltage is greater than or equal to 24 volts.

b.

At least once per 92 days by verifying that the specific gravity is a:propriate 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 physical damage or abnormal deterioration, and 2.

The battery-to-battery anc terminal connections are clean, tight, free of corrosion and coatec with anti-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 sprink'er 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 is required to be OPERABLE.

ACTION:

a.

With one or more of the above required spray and/or s; rinkler 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 cays 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 Specification 3.0.3 and 3.0.4 are not applicable.

SURVEILLANCE RECUIREMENTS 4.7.11.2 Each of the above requirec spray and/or sprinkler systems shall be demonstrated GPERABLE:

a.

At least once per 31 days by verifying that eacn 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 cc ?iete cycle of full travel.

c.

At least once per 18 months:

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PLANT SYSTEMS SURVEILLANCE RE00IREMENTS (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 tha.', is not testable during plant operation through at least one complete cycle of full travel.

2.

By a visual inspection of the dry pipa spray and sprinkler headers to verify their integrity, and 3.

By a visual inspection of each no::le's spray area to verify the spray pattern is not obs*.ructed.

d.

A'. least once per 3 years by performing an air flow test through

'sacn open head spray / sprinkler header and verifying each open head spray / sprinkler no::le is unobstructed.

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PLANT SYSTEMS CO SYSTEMS

--2 LIMITING CONDITION FOR OPERATION 3.7.11.3 The following high pressure and low pressure CO systems shall be OPERABLE.

2 a.

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

b.

C.

APDLICABILITY:

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

2 ACTION:

With cne or more of the above required CO, systems inoperable, a.

within one hour establish a continuous fiPe watch witn 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 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 system to OPERASLE status.

b.

The provisions of Specifications 3.0.3 and 3.0.4 are not applicable.

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

a. 7.11. 3. 2 Each of the above required low pressure CO systems shall be demonstrated OPERAELE:

2 At least once per 7 days by verifying the CO, storage tank level to a.

be greater than and pressure to be greater than psig, and b.

At least once per 18 months by verifying:

1.

The system valves and associatec ventilation damoers anc fire door release mecnanisms actuate manually anc automatically, upon receipt of a simulated actuation signal, and 2.

Flow from each nor:le.during a "o ff Test."

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PLANT SYSTEMS SURVEILLANCE REOUIREMENTS (Continued) 4.7.11.3.3.Each of the above required high pressure CO systems shall be 2

demonstrated OPERABLE:

a.

At least once per 6 months by verifying the CO storage tank weight 2

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 manually and automatically, upon receipt of a simulated actuation signal, and 2.

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

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PLANT SYSTEMS HALON SYSTEMS LIMITING CONDITION JOR OPERATION 3.7.11.4 The following Halon hystems shall be OPERAECE W1th 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 OPERASLE.

ACTION:

a.

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

Restore the system to OPERAELE status within 14 days or, in lieu of any other report required by Specifica-tion 6.9.1, prepare and suomit 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 schecule 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 cemo3strated GPERAELE:

At least once per 31 days by verifying that each valve (manual, a.

power operated or automatic) in the flow path is in its correct po s i ti on.

b.

At least once per 5 months by verifying Halon storage tank weign; (ievel) alc pressure.

c.

At least once per 18 months ty:

1.

Verifying the system, inclucing associated ven-ilation dampers t

and fire coor release mechanisms, actuates manually and auto-matically, upon receipt of a simulated actuation signal, and 2.

Performance of a flow test througn headers and nortles 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 additienci equivalent capacity fire hose to the unprotectec 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 tne fire hose station to OPERABLE status witnin 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 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 cemonstrated OPERASLE:

a.

At least once per 31 days oy 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 tne hose for inscection and re-racking, and 2.

Inspecting all gaskets anc replacing any degraced gaskets in

ne couplings.

c.

At least once per 3 years by:

1.

Partially ocening eacn hose station valve te verify valve OPERASILITY anc nc flow bicckage.

2.

Concucting a nose hycrestatic test at a pressure at least 50 psig grea:ar than the maximur ressure availacle at any hose station.

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i 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 hycrants is required to be OPERABLE.

ACTION:

a.

With one or more of the yard fire hydrants or associated hydrant hose houses shown in Tabie 3.7-11 inoperable, within 1 hour1.157407e-5 days <br />2.777778e-4 hours <br />1.653439e-6 weeks <br />3.805e-7 months <br /> have sufficient additional lengths of 21/2 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 suopression; 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.

s SURVEILLANCE REQUIREMENTS 4.7.11.6 Each of the yard fire hyt ants and associated hydrant hose houses shown in Table 3.7-11 shall be demonstrated OPERASLE:

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 er November) by visually inspecting each yard fire hydrant and verifying that the hydrant barrel is dry and tnat the hydrant is not damagec.

c.

At.least once per 12 months by:

1.

Concucting a hose hydrostatic test at a pressure at least 50 psig greater than :ne maximum cressure availacie at any yarc fire hycrant.

2.

Inspecting all the gaskets and replacing any degraded geskets in the cou: lings.

3.

Ferforming a flow check of eacn nycrant to verify its OPERASILITY.

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PLANT SYSTEMS 3/4.7.12 FIRE BARRIER PENETRATIONS LIMITING CONDITION FOR OPERATION -

3.7.12 All fire barrier penetrations (including cable penetration barriers, firedoors 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-function?1 fire barrier and astablish a hourly fire watch patrol.

Restore the non-functional fire barrier penetration (s) to functional status within 7 days or, in lieu of any other report required by Specification 5.9.1, prepare and submit a Special Report to the Commission pursuant to Spe-ification 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 aoove 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 barrier penetration (s).

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