ML20044E307
| ML20044E307 | |
| Person / Time | |
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| Site: | Nine Mile Point  |
| Issue date: | 05/14/1993 |
| From: | Keimig R, King E NRC OFFICE OF INSPECTION & ENFORCEMENT (IE REGION I) |
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| Shared Package | |
| ML20044E302 | List: |
| References | |
| 50-220-93-08, 50-220-93-8, 50-410-93-08, 50-410-93-8, NUDOCS 9305240172 | |
| Download: ML20044E307 (7) | |
See also: IR 05000220/1993008
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50-220/93-08
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Report Nos.
50-410/93-08
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Docket Nos.
50-410
License Nos.
Licensee:
Niagara Mohawk Power Comoration
301 Plainfield Road
Syracuse. New York 13212
Facility Name:
Nine Mile Point Nuclear Station. Units 1 and 2
Inspection At:
Scriba. New York
Inspection Conducted:
April 19-23.1993
Type ofInspection: Announced Physical Security
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Approved by:
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Safeguards
Areas Inspected: Licensee Actions on Previously Identified Open Items; Management Support
and Program Plans; Protected Area Physical Barriers, Detection and Assessment Aids; Protected
Area Access Control of Personnel, Packages and Vehicles; Testing, Maintenance and
Compensatory Measures; Power Supply; Training and Qualifications; and the Land Vehicle
Bomb Contingency Plan.
Results: The licensee's physical security program was determined to be effective and directed
towards assuring public health and safety. Management support for the program was evident
through the implementation of several program enhancements to increase its effectiveness. Two
previously opened security program issues were closed. However, the licensee was found to be
in violation of the NRC-approved Physical Security Plan in the area of assessment aids.
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Key Persons Contacted
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Licensee
- R. Abbott, General Manager, Site Services
- R. Pasternak, Manager, Technical Services
- N. Spagnoletti, Executive Assistant
- H. Christensen, Supervisor, Nuclear Security
- P. Carroll, General Supervisor, Security Operations
- W. Byme, General Supervisor, Nuclear Security Services
'R. Miller, Supervisor, Nuclear Security Training
- E. Pearson, Supervisor, Nuclear Security Services / Corrective Maintenance
- F. McCarthy, Supervisor, Nuclear Security Investigation
- G. Darstein, Nuclear Security Investigator
- J. Dillon, Lead Quality Assurance Engineer
- D. Downs, Quality Assurance Engineer
- A. Pinter, Project Designer / Site Licensing
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U. S. Nuclear Reculatory Commission
W. Schmidt, Senior Resident Inspector
- R. Plasse, Resident Inspector
- Denotes those present at the exit interview
The inspector also interviewed other licensee security personnel during this
inspection.
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Followup of Previously Identified Items
2.1
(Closed) VIO 50-220/92-20-01 and 50-410-/92-22-01:
Failure to maintain
adequate protected area (PA) lighting.
This determination was based on a review of applicable documentation, inspector
observations, and interviews with licensee management and members of the
security force. No discrepancies were noted.
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(Closed) VIO 50-220/92-20-02 and 50-410/92-22-02: Failure to maintain positive
control of unattended vehicles in the PA.
This determination was based on interviews with licensee management and
inspector observadons. No discrepancies were noted.
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Manacement Suppon and Security Procram
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Management Suonort
Management support for the licensee's physical security program was determined
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to be consistent with program needs. This determination was based upon the
inspector's review of the various aspects of the licensee's pmgram during this
inspection as documented in this report. Since the last routine physical security
inspection, conducted in October 1992, the licensee installed a new badging
system and completed a major firing range upgrade.
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Security Program Plans
The inspector determined through a review of proposed changes to the NRC-
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approved Physical Security Plan (the Plan) that the changes would not decrease
the effectiveness of the Plan. The licensee intends to submit the Plan changes to
the NRC in the near future.
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Protected Area Physical Barrier. Detection and Assessment Aids
4.1
Protected Area (PA) Barrier
The inspector conducted a physical inspection of the PA barrier on April 19,
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maintained as described in the Plan. No deficiencies were noted.
4.2
Pmtected Area Detection Aids
The inspector observed the PA perimeter intrusion detection systems (IDS) on
April 19,1993, and determined that they were installed and maintained as
committed to in the Plan. On April 21,1993, from 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. and from
1:00 - 2:30 p.m., the inspector observed requested testing of the IDS at a few
locations in twenty two perimeter zones due to the weaknesses identified in a
previous inspection.
The inspector determined that the testing was-being
performed in accordance with the licensee's testing procedures and in a manner
which effectively challenged the detection capability of the system.
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deficiencies were noted.
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Assessment Aids
The inspector observed the PA perimeter assessment aids during daylight periods.
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On April 20, 1993, from approximately 8:30-11:45 a.m., while inspecting the
assessment aids of the intrusion detection zones for the Protected Area Bubble to
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accommodate construction of a new site building, the inspector determined that
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the assessment aids were not as described in the Plan.
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The inspector determined that the licensee's failure to install and maintain
effective assessment aids as committed to in the Plan represented a violation of
NRC requirements (VIO 50-220/93-08-01 and 50-410/93-08-01).
4.4
Protected Area and Isolation Zone Lighting
The inspector conducted a PA and isolation zone lighting survey on April 21,
1993, from approximately 8:00 - 9:30 p.m., accompanied by a licensee security
supervisor. The inspector determined, by observation and use of a calibrated
light meter provided by the licensee, that the station's lighting system met the
regulatory requirement and was very effective.
The isolation zones were
adequately maintained to permit observation of activities on both sides of the PA
barrier. No discrepancies were noted.
5.0
Protected and Vital Areas Access Control of Personnel. Packages and Vehicles
5.1
Personnel Access Control
The inspector determined that the licensee was exercising positive control over
personnel access to the PA and VAs. This determination was based on the
following:
5.1.1 The inspector determined, based on observations, that personnel were
properly identified and authorization was checked prior to issuance of
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badges and key cards.
5.1.2 The inspector determined, based on observations and a review of the
applicable post orders and procedures, that the licensee was implementing
a search program for firearms, explosives, incendiary devices and other
unauthorized materials as committed to in the Plan.
The inspector
observed both plant and visitor personnel access processing during peak
and off-peak traffic periods on April 20 and 22,1993. The inspector also
interviewed members of the security force and licensee security staff about
personnel access procedures.
5.1.3 The inspector determined, by observation, that individuals in the PA and
VAs displayed their badges as required.
No deficiencies were observed in the above areas.
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5.2
Package and Material Access Control
The inspector determined that the licensee was exercising positive control over
packages and materials that were brought into the PA through the main access
portal. 'Ihe inspector reviewed the package and material control procedures and
found that they were consistent with commitments in the Plan. The inspector also
observed package and material processing and interviewed members of the
security force and the licensee's security staff about package and material control
procedures. No deficiencies were noted.
5.3
Vehicle Access Control
The inspector determined that the licensee properly controls vehicle access to and
within the PA. The inspector verified that vehicles were properly authorized
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prior to being allowed to enter the PA. Identification was verified by an SFM at
the main access portal. This procedure was consistent with the commitments in
the Plan.
The inspector also reviewed the vehicle search procedures and
determined that they were consistent with commitments in the Plan. The
inspector determined that at least two SFMs control vehicle access at the main
vehicle access portal. On April 20,1993, from 1:30 - 2:30 p.m., the inspector
observed vehicle searches and interviewed members of the security force and the
licensee's security staff about vehicle search procedures. No deficiencies were
noted.
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Testine. Maintenance and Comnensatory Measures
Based on a review of records, the inspector determined that the licensee was testing and
maintaining security systems and equipment as committed to in the Plan. Additionally,
these records indicated repairs were normally made within 24 hours2.777778e-4 days <br />0.00667 hours <br />3.968254e-5 weeks <br />9.132e-6 months <br /> after a repair is
requested. The inspector also reviewed the use of compensatory measures and security
force overtime and found them to be minimal, largely due to the efforts, expertise, and
prompt response of the maintenance group. No deficiencies were noted.
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Emercency Power Supplies
The inspector verified that there are several systems (plant AC power, batteries, and
plant emergency diesel generators) that provide backup power to the security systems.
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The inspector reviewed the testing and implementing procedures and interviewed licensee
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security management to determine that the procedures are adequate and consistent with
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the Plan. The backup systems are located in locked vital areas. No deficiencies were
noted.
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Security Training and Oualification
The inspector randomly selected and reviewed training and physical qualification records
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for 11 members of the security force. The firearms requalification records were also
inspected for armed SFMs in that group. The inspector determined that the training had
been conducted in accordance with the security training and qualification (T&Q) plan and
that it was properly documented.
On April 22,1993, from approximately 3:00-4:00 p.m., the inspector observed self-
defense training. The training was conducted by a competent and certified instmetor.
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Several SFMs were interviewed to determine if they possessed the requisite knowledge
and ability to carry out their assigned duties. The interview results indicated that they
were professional and knowledgeable of their job requirements. No deficiencies were
noted.
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I2nd Vehicle Bomb Contineency Procedure Verification
The inspector conducted a review of the licensee's Land Vehicle Bomb Contingency
Procedure. The licensee's procedure details short-term actions that would be taken to
protect against attempted radiological sabotage involving a land vehicle bomb if such a
threat were to materialize. Additionally, the inspector verified that the equipment needed
to enable the licensee to expeditiously implement the contingency procedure
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available and strategically positioned.
10.0 Exit Interview
The inspector met with the licensee's representatives indicated in Paragraph 1.0 at the
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conclusion of the inspection of April 23,1993. At that time, the purpose and scope of
the inspection was discussed with licensee management, and the findings were presented.
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The licensee acknowledged the inspection findings.
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