ML20053E184
| ML20053E184 | |
| Person / Time | |
|---|---|
| Site: | Clinton  |
| Issue date: | 05/17/1982 |
| From: | James Keppler NRC OFFICE OF INSPECTION & ENFORCEMENT (IE REGION III) |
| To: | Gerstner W ILLINOIS POWER CO. |
| Shared Package | |
| ML20053E185 | List: |
| References | |
| NUDOCS 8206070679 | |
| Download: ML20053E184 (2) | |
See also: IR 05000461/1981015
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MAY 17198c.
Docket No. 50-461
Illinois Power Company
NITN:
Mr. W. C. Gerstner
Executive Vice President
500 South 27th Street
Decatur, IL
62525
Gentlemen:
This refers to the investigation conducted by Messrs. G. A. Phillip,
H. M. Wescott and H. H. Livermore of this office during the period
June 2-19, 1981, January 5 and February 5, 1982, of activities at the
Clinton Power Station, Unit 1, authorized by NRC Construction Permit
No. CPPR-137 and to the discussion of our findings with Mr.
L. J. Koch
and others at the conclusion of the investigation. This also refers to
a meeting to discuss our findings which was attended by you and Mr. Koch
and the Region III staff at the Region III office on August 6, 1981.
The investigation was conducted regarding allegations and concerns received
by Region III about the Baldwin Associates Quality Control Program. The
enclosed copy of our investigation report identifies the items examined
during the investigation which consisted of an examination of procedures
and records, observations, and interviews with personnel.
During this investigation, certain of your activities appeared to be in non-
compliance with NRC requirements, as specified in the enclosed Appendix. A
written response is required.
As conveyed to you during the meeting on August 6, 1981, we view the improper
practices engaged in by Baldwin Associates personnel in the certification of
quality control inspectors as a serious matter. A question arises as to the
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adequacy of the work inspected, prior to the retesting on May 2-4, 1981, by
personnel whose certification was at least partially baseu upon an invalid
examination. Therefore, in addition to responding to the specific items of
noncompliance, your response should describe the actions you have taken to
resolve this question.
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Since the NRC regulatory program is of necessity one of sampling and
auditing, it relies on licensees and their contractors to have effective
QA/QC organizations comprised of personnel qualified to carry out their
assigned responsibilities.
It is therefore imperative that the basis for
the certification of their qualifications is legitimate. This report has
been referred to the NRC Office of Inspector and Auditor for their review.
Your response to this notice and the results of future inspections will
determine if additional enforcement action is required to assure compliance.
In accordance with 10 CFR 2.790(a), a copy of this letter and the enclosures
will be placed in the NRC Public Document Room unless you notify this office,
by telephone, within ten days of the date of this letter and submit written
application to withhold information contained therein within thirty days of
the date of this letter. Such application must be consistent with the
requirements of 2.790(b)(1).
We will gladly discuss any questions you have concerning this investigation.
Sincerely,
James G. Keppler
Regional Administrator
Enclosures:
1.
Appendix, Notice
of Violation
2.
Investigation Report
No. 50-461/81-15
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