ML20033G603
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| Site: | Rancho Seco |
| Issue date: | 03/30/1990 |
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ATTACHMENT C DEFUELED TRAINING P.ROGRAMS FOR NRC LICENSE CANDIDATES REVISION 1 r
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i ATTACHMENT C Rev.1 DEFUELED TRAINING PROGRAMS FOR NRC LICENSE CANDIDATES TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE 1.0 PURPOSE 4
2.0 REFERENCES
4 3.0 DEFINITIONS 4
3.1 Controls 4
3.2 Examination 4
3.3 Facility 5
3.4 Operator 5
3.5 Senior Operator 5
3.6 Shall, Should, May 5
3.7 Simulate 5
4.0 STRUCTURE OF PROGRAMS 5
4.1 Prerequisites 5
l 4.2 Overview 5
4.3 Phases of Training 6
4.3.2 Classroom Phase 6
i 4.3.3 Self-Study Phase 6
4.3.4 On the Job Training Phase 7
I 4.4 Evaluation and Observation 7
4.5 Records and Documentation 7
4.6 Instructor Qualifications 8
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ATTACHMENT C Rev.1 DEFUELED TRAINING PROGRAMS FOR NRC LICENSE CANDIDATES f
TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE 5.0 ENCLOSURES 5.1 Appendix A, Defueled Operator Training Program 9
I 5.1.1 A.1 Classroom Phase 9
5.1.2 A.2 Self Study Phase 11 5.1.3 A.3 On the Job Training Phase 12 l
5.1.4 A.4 Pre License Audits 13 5.2 Appendix B, Defueled Senior Operator Training Program 14 5.2.1 B.1 Classroom Phase 14
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5.2.2 B.2 Self Study Phase 16 5.2.3 B.3 On the Job Training Phase 17 5.2.4 B.4 Pre License Audits 17 3
i A*ITACHMENT C Rev.1 DEFUCLED TRAINING PROGRAMS FOR NRC LICENSE CANDIDATES 1.0 PURPOSE The purpose of these programs is to define the training requirements for the NRC Licensed Defueled Senior Operator and Operator Training Programs at the Rancho Seco Nuclear Generating Station, Unit 1.
The Defueled Senior Operator and Operator programs are subject to approval by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission.
2.0 REFERENCES
2.1 ANSI /ANS 3.1 1978, Selection and Training of Nuclear Power Plant Personnel 2.2 10 CFR 50, Domestic Licensing of Production and Utilization Facilities 2.3 10 CFR 55, Operators' Licenses 2.4 ANSI /ANS 3.1 1981, American National Standard for Selection and Training of Personnel for Nuclear Power Plants 3.0 DEFINITIONS The following terms are defined for uniform interpretation of this document.
3.1 Controls '. When used with respect to nuclear fuel in the Spent Fuel Pool (SFP),
means apparatus and mechanisms, the manipulation of which directly affects fuel movement.
3.2 Examination A test used to measure knowledge, skills, or achievement in one or more subjects. An examination may be a wTitten test or an operating test.
3.3 Facility - Means the Rancho Seco Nuclear Generating Station, Unit 1.
3.4 Operator - An individual licensed by the NRC who manipulates the controls of this facility. An individual is deemed to manipulate a control if he/she directs another to manipulate a control.
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i ATPACHMENT C Rev.1 3.5 Senior Ooerator - An indisidual licensed by the NRC who manipulates the controls of this facility or directs the licensed activities oflicensed operators of this facility.
3.6 SJ)all. Should. May
$h0.11is used to denote a requirement or commitment.
Should is used to denote a recommendation.
Mgy indicates permission, neither a requirement nor a recommendation.
3.7 Simulate The training / evaluation method whereby an individual performs a walk-through of actions to be taken, using the control panel involved, discussing each step without actually operating any controls.
4.0 STRUCTURE OF PROGRAMS 4.1 Prereouisites 4.1.1 Candidates for the NRC Licensed Defueled Operator Training Program shall have a high school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of three years of power plant experience of which one shall be nuclear power plant experience.
4.1.2 Candidates for the NRC Licensed Defueled Senior Operator Training Program shall have a high school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of three years of power plant experience of which two shall be nuclear power plant experience.
4.2 Overview 4.2.1 The Rancho Seco Operator training is divided into the Defueled Senior Operator t
and Defueled Operator programs.
4.2.2 The Defueled Operator Training Program is designed such that the trainee shall be able to ensure and maintain a safe storage condition of the fuel in the SFP. The Defueled Operator Training Program is delineated in Append!r A.
4.2.3 The Defueled Senior Operator Training Program is designed to provide additional information uniquely associated with the Defueled Senior Operator job position.
Concepts of supervision and management skills necessary to direct subordinates to ensure compliance with applicable regulations, guidelines, and specifications are emphasized.
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i ATTACHMENT C Rev.1 4.3 Phases of Training 4.3.1 The Defueled Senior Operator and Operator Programs are divided into three basic phases. They are the Classroom phase, the Self Study phase and the On the Job Training phase.
The components of each phase with a brief description is contained in the applicable appendices. The major portions of the programs are:
4.3.2 Classroom Phase 4.3.2.1 The Classroom phase consists of preplanned lectures that meet the objectives of the course. Lectures may consist of preplanned supervised classroom discussions or seminars.
4.3.2.2 Films, video tapes, programmed instruction and other effective training aids may be used to supplement lectures and their use shall be limited to less than fifty percent of the classroom training; however, an instructor shall be available to answer questions, lead discussions, and monitor class performance.
4.3.2.3 The components of the classroom phase are delineated in the applicable appendices.
4.3.3 Self Study Phase 4.3.3.1 The Self Study phase consists of a structured module designed to allow the students to gala an indepth knowledge of the applicable plant systems for the defueled plant condition, the procedures associated with the systems, and to apply the theoretical concepts presented during the classroom phase to actual plant conditions.
4.3.3.2 Each candidate is issued a book consisting of study guide, list of reference materials, and checksheets to be completed to supplement the classroom phase. The checksheets are required to be completed prior to the NRC examination.
4.3.3.3 The components of the self study phase are delineated in the applicable appendices.
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i ATTACHMENT C Rev.1 4.3.4 On the Job Trainine Phase 4.3.4.1 The On the Job Training phase consists of modules designed to help the trainee develop an understanding and increase the candidate's awareness and experience in monitoring the Spent Fuel Pool to assure the continued safe storage of the nuclear fuel.
4.3.4.2 The On the Job module consists of checksheets to document tasks performed, simulated or walked through.
4.3.4.3 The On the Job module shall be completed during a two (2) month on shift period.
4.3.4.4 The components of the On the Job Training phase are delineated in the applicable appendices.
4.4 Evaluation and Observation 4.4.1 Evaluation and observation of trainees shall be conducted and used to assure consistent progress throughout the program, identify strengths and weaknesses and allow for advanced placement and/or exemption of trainees into portions of the training programs, i
4.4.2 Trainee evaluations of performance shall be measured against established criteria.
4.4.3 Evaluation techniques include written and operating examinations.
4.4.4 Trainee evaluation for advanced placement / exemption into training programs shall be conducted in accordance with Training Procedures.
4.5 Records and Documentation 4.5.1 Training files shall be maintained in a format that is auditable to verify that training is conducted in accordance with the training programs.
4.5.2 Records and documentation shall be in accordance with Administrative Procedures.
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t ATTACHMENT C Rev.1 4.6 jnstructor Oualifications 4.6.1 Instructors who teach safety systems, integrated responses, and transient courses shall demonstrate their competence by successful completion of a NRC administered Senior Operator examination, or successful completion of the Rancho Seco Senior Operator Certification Program.
4.6.2 An instructor who meets the requirements of 4.6.1 shall be in attendance during classes taught by instructors who have appropriate experience / expertise in safety systems, integrated responses, and transient courses but do not meet the requirements of 4.6.1.
4.6.3 Senior operator licensed / certified instructors shall be enrolled in the Defueled Requalification Training Program to assure they are cognizant of current operating history, problems, and changes to procedures and administrative limitations.
5.0 ENCLOSURES 5.1 Appendix A, Defueled Operator Training Program 5.1.1 A.1 Classroom Phase 5.1.2 A.2 Self Study Phase 5.1.3 A.3 On the Job Training Phase 5.1.4 A.4 Pre License Audits 5.2 Appendix B, Defueled Senior Operator Training Program 5.2.1 B.1 Classroom Phase 5.2.2 B.2 Self Study Phase 5.2.3 B.3 On the Job Training Phase 5.2.4 B.4 Pre License Audits 8
A'ITACHMENT C Rev.1 APPENDIX A DEFUELED OPERATOR TRAINING PROGRAM 1
The Defueled Operator Training Program is designed such that the trainee shall be able to ensure and maintain a safe storage condition of the fuel in the SFP The program is also designed to prepare the trainee for NRC licensing. The Defueled Operator Training Program is divided into three (3) basic phases. They are the Classroom phase, the Self-Study phase, and the On the Job Training phase. The components of each phase, with a description are:
A.1 CLASSROOM PHASE The Classroom phase of the Defueled Operator Training Program consists of formal classroom presentations of academic subjects and nuclear power plant related technologies. Topics include mathematics, physics, systems and procedures, and other plant related topics associated with the safe storage of fuel in the Spent Fuel Pool (SFP). Courses in the classroom phase of the Defueled Operator Training Program are:
A.1.1 MATHEMATICS Consists of classroom instruction in Mathematics. This instruction includes topics ranging from basic numbers up to and including basic calculus.
A.1.2 CLASSICAL PHYSICS This lesson series consists of classroom instruction in Classical Physics. This course provides basic instruction in such areas as units of measure, velocity and speed, motion, work and power, and other basic physics principles.
A.1.3 REACTOR THEORY This lesson series consists of classroom instruction in Reactor Theory. This course provides instruction in basic atomic physics and in theory associated with the defueled condition.
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ATTACHMENT C Rev 1 A.I.4 HEAT TRANSFER AND FLUID FLOW This lesson series consists of classroom instruction in the areas of heat transfer and fluid Dow fundamentals.
This course covers the heat and energy conversion processes which occur in a defueled nuclear power plant, establishes the relationships of fluid properties and Gow characteristics to the thermal condition in the SFP, and covers pump operations and theory.
A.1.5 CHEMISTRY This lesson series consists of classroom instruction in chemistry. These lessons cover the fundamentals of chemistry and how chemistry is controlled.
A.I.6 RADIOLOGICAL PROTECTION This lesson series consists of classroom instruction in the area of radiological protection. This course covers the fundamentals of radiological protection and how radiation is controlled.
A.1.7 ELECTRICAL THEORY This lesson series consists of classroom instruction in electrical theory. The course provides instruction in the fundamentals of electricity, and electrical equipment operation and control.
A.1.8 MATERIAL SCIENCE This lesson series consists of classroom instruction in the area of material science.
This course will relate material selection to plant system limitations. This course also describes some significant industry problems and concerns with respect to plant l
materials.
A.1.9 DEFUELED SYSTEMS This lesson series consists of instruction on plant systems, with associated procedures, required to maintain the defueled condition in accordance with the Defueled Technical Specifications. This willinclude system layout, major equipment, operations, and potential malfunctions. This course will be compris~ed of classroom l instruction supplemented with in-plant tours of systems, equipment, and controls needed to maintain safe storage of the fuel in the SFP.
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A'ITACHMENT C Rev.1 A.1.10 PROCEDURES 1
This lesson series consists of classroom instruction in plant procedures required by Defueled Technical Specifications. Additionally, instruction on procedures, policies, and practices relating to administrative requirements affecting the licensed operator is provided.
A.I.11 FUEL HANDLING This lesson series consists of classroom instruction on the components, procedures, systems, and precautions involved with handling spent fuel.
A.1.13 PROCESS INSTRUMENTATION This lesson series consists of classroom instruction on the fundamentals of process variable measurement. It includes a study of temperature, pressure, flow, level, and position indication.
A.I.14 PRE LICENSE REVIEW This lesson series is designed to provide an overall review of the training topics. In addition the review course familiarizes the applicant with the NRC examination content, format and grading philosophy. The course shall also include subjects which were identified as weak areas on the audit exam.
A.2 SELF STUDY PHASE The Self Study Phase of the Defueled Operator Training program is designed to help the trainee gain a more indepth knowledge and a better understanding of the defueled plant systems and their operation. A checklist is provided for the self-1 evaluation by the trainee of study objectives covering plant procedures as required by the Defueled Technical Specifications and miscellaneous material, such as the Defueled Technical Specifications, special orders,10CFR, etc. Upon completion of each section of the self study checklist the trainee will be given an operating checkout. The checklist provides documentation for the successful completion of the operating checkouts. The major modules are listed as:
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ATTACHMENT C Rev.1 A.2.1 DEFUEI FD SYSTEMS The defueled systems module of the self study phase is designed so that the students may further develop their study skills and gain increased understanding of defueled plant systems, operation and potential malfunctions.
This is accomplished by l formalizing the defueled systems module of the self study phase, providing the student with learning objectives and a list of reference material and instructions / guidelines on completing the module.
A.2.2 PROCEDURES The Procedures module of the self study phase is designed to help the trainee gain more knowledge and understanding of procedures required by the Defueled Technical Specifications.
This is accomplished by formalizing the procedures module of the self study phase, providing the student with learning objectives and a list of reference materials and instructions / guidelines on completing the module.
A.2.3 MISCELLANEOUS MATERIAL This module provides the student with a guided self study of the Defueled Technical Specifications, special orders,10CFR, Safety Analysis, Updated Safety Analysis Report, Emergency Plan and other applicable materials to supplement the classroom phases of the Defueled Operator Training program.
A.3 ON THE. JOB TRAINING PHASE The On the Job Training phase is designed to help the trainee develop an increased awareness and understanding of defueled plant operations and controls.
A 3.1 ON THE-JOB TRAINING The On-the-Job Training module contains a study guide and defueled system checksheets that are required to be completed during the required two (2) month on shift period. The purpose of the On the Job module is to help the trainee to develop an increased awareness of procedures and defueled operational requirements. In addition, the trainee is provided an opportunity to practice his/her control manipulation skills while under the supervision of a licensed Senior Operator.
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ATTACHMENT C Rev.1 A.4 PRE.UCENSE AUDITS Pre Ucense Audit examinations are administered to all candidates. The contents of the written examinations closeiy parallels the NRC examination format.
In addition, each applicant will participate in a operating examination.
The written and operating examinations are administered and graded using NRC exarnining and grading techniques. The corrected written examinations are returned to the students for review purposes.
At the conclusion of each operating examination, the examiner shall review the results of the examination with the student.
The results of each audit will be used to determine areas requiring additional emphasis in training prior to the NRC examination.
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ATTACHMENT C Rey,1 APPENDIX R i
i DEFlJELED SENIOR OPERATOR TRAINING PROGRAM i
The Defueled Senior Operator Training Program is designed to proside additional information uniquely associated with the Senior Operator job position. Concepts of supenision and management skilk necessary to direct subordinates to ensure complianec with applicable regulations, guidelines, and specifications are emphasized, i
The Defueled Senior Operator Training Program is disided into three(3) basic phases, t
They are the Classroom phase, the Self Study phase, and the On.thedob Training phase.
l The components of each phase with a brief description are:
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H.1 CLASSROOM PHASE i
The Classroom Phase of the Defueled Senior Operator Training Program consists i
of formal classroom presentations of academic subjects, nuclear power plant related technologies and procedures designed especially to enhance the trainees managerial i
perspective with respect to regulatory compliance and safety. Courses in the classroom phase of the Defueled Senior Operator Program are B.l.1 REACTOR THEORY This lesson series consists of classroom instruction in Reactor Theory. This course I
prosides instruction in basic atomic physics and in theory associated with the i
defueled condition.
B.I.2 HEAT TRANSFER AND FLUID FLOW This lesson series consists of classroom instruction in the areas of heat transfer and fluid flow fundamentals.
This course covers the heat and energy conversion l
processes which occur in a defueled nuclear power plant, establishes the 1
relationships of fluid properties and flow characteristics to the thermal condition in the SFP, and covers pump operations and theory.
B.I.3 CHEMISTRY This lesson series consists of classroom instruction in chemistry. These lessons cover the fundamentals of chemistry and how chemistry is controlled.
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ATTACHMENT C Rev. I B.1.4 RADIOLOGICAL PROTECTION This lesson series consists of classroom instruction in the area of radiological protection. This course covers the fundamentals of radiological protection and how i
radiation is controlled. This course also resiews the administrative requirements placed on supenisors, j
B.1.5 ELFCTRICAL THEORY l
This lesson series consists of classroom instruction in electrical theory. The course provides instruction in the fundamentals of electricity and electrical equipment operatior. and control, i
B.1.6 MATERIAL SCIENCE l
This lesson series consists of classroom instruction in the area of material science.
This course will relate material selection to plant system limitations. This course also describes some significant industry problems and concerns with respect to plant materials.
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B.I.7 DEFUELED SYSTZhiS This lesson series consists of instruction on plant systems, with associated procedures, required to maintain the defueled condition in accordance with the Defueled Technical Specifications. This will include system layout, major equipment, operations, and potential malfunctions. This course will be comprised of classroom l instruction supplemented with in plant tours of systems, equipment, and controls needed to maintain safe storage of the fuelin the SFP.
B.I.8 PROCEDURES i
i This lesson series consists of classroom instruction in plant procedures required by Defueled Technical Specifications. Additionally, instruction on procedures, policies, and practices relating to administrative requirements is provided.
B.1.9 FUEL HANDLING t
l This lesson series consists of classroom instruction on the components, procedures, systems, and precautions involved with handling spent fuel.
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s ATTACHMENT C Rev.1 B.1.10 PROCESS INSTRUMENTATION This lesson series consists of classroom instruction on the fundamentals of process variable measurement it includes a study of temperature, pressure, flow, level, and position indication.
B.1.11 SUPERVISORY SKILLS This course consists of classroom instruction in supenisory skills. The instruction covers supenisory, management and leadership techniques.
B.I.12 PRE LICENSE REVIEW This lesson series is designed to provide an overall review of the training topics. In addition the review course familiarizes the applicant with the NRC examination content, format and grading philosophy. The course shall also include subjects which were identified as weak areas on the audit exam.
H.2 SELF. STUDY PHASE The Self Study phase of the Defueled Senior Operator Training program is designed to help the trainee to gain a more indepth knowledge and a better understanding of defueled plant systems and their operation. A checklist is provided for the self-evaluation by the trainee of study objectives covering plant procedures as required by the Defueled Technical Specifications and miscellaneous material, such as the Defueled Technical Specifications, special orders,10CFR, etc. Upon completion of each section of the self study checklist the trainee will be given an operating checkout. The checklist provides documentation for the successful completion of the operating checkouts. The najor modules are:
B.2.1 QEFUELED SYSTEMS The defueled systems module of the self study phase is designed so that the students may further develop their study skills and gain increased understanding of defueled plant systems, operation and potential malfunctions. This is accomplished by {
formalizing the defueled systems module of the self study phase, providing the student with learning objectives and a list of reference material and instructions / guidelines on completing the module.
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e ATTACHMENT C Rev.1 B.2.2 PROCEDURES i
The Procedures module of the self study phase is designed to help the trainee gain l
more knowledge and understanding of procedures required by the Defueled l
Technical Specifications.
This is accomplished by formalizing the procedures module of the self study phase, prosiding the student with learning objectives and a list of reference materials and instructions / guidelines on completing the module.
i B.2.3 MISCEII ANEOUS MATERIAIS t
This module provides the student with a guided self study of the Defueled Technical Specifications, special orders,10CFR, Safety Analysis, Updated Safety Analysis i
Report, Emergency Plan and other applicable material to supplement the classroom phases of the Defueled Senior Operator Training program.
RJ ON.THE. JOB TRAINING PHASE The On the Job Training phase is designed to help the trainee develop an increased f
awareness and understanding of defueled plant operations and controls.
l B.3.1 ON THE JOB TRAINING The On the Job Training module contains a study guide and defueled system checksheets that are required to be completed during the required two (2) month on shift period. The purpose of the On the Job module is to help the trainee to develop an increased awareness of procedures and defueled operational requirements.
B.4 PRE. LICENSE AUDITS Pre License Audit examinations are administered to all candidates. The contents of the written examinations closely parallels the NRC examination. In addition, 2
each applicant will participate in a operating examination.
The written and operating examinations are administered and graded using NRC examining and grading techniques. The corrected written examinations are returned l
to the students for review purposes.
At the conclusion of each operating examination, the examiner shall review the results of the examination with the student. The results of each audit will be used to determine areas requiring additional emphasis in training prior to the NRC examination.
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