ML20072B814
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| Site: | Catawba, 05000000 |
| Issue date: | 02/28/1983 |
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DUKE POWER COMPANY CATAWBA NUCLEAR STATION WRITER'S GUIDE FOR O EMERGENCY AND ABNORMAL PROCEDURES
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1.0 INTRODUCTION
1 1.1 Statement of Purpose 1
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1.2 User Information 1 1.3 Procedure Development Process 2 2.0 FORMAT PRINCIPLES 5 4
l 2.1 Organization of Procedure's 5 2.2 General Structure 7 l 2.3 Page Heading 10 i
1 2.4 Page Breaks 11 1
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2.5 Cautions and Notes 12 2.6 Place-Keeping Aids 12 j 2.7 Emphasis 12 1
) 2.8 Exact References 13 4
2.9 Enclosures ,
14 j 3.0 STYLE AND CONTENT OF PROCEDURES 16 3.1 Vocabulary 16 1 1
3.2 Abbreviations, Acronyr s, and Symbols 16 l l 3.3 Sentence Structure 17 1
3.4 Punctuation 20 3.5 Capitalization 21 1
l 3.6 Underlining 23 j 3.7 Units and Numerals 23 i
- 3.8 Tolerances 24 i 3.9 Formulas and Calculations 24-iO i l*
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- 3.10 Conditional Statements 24 3.11 Sequencing 24 3.12 Verification Steps 24 1
3.13 Nonsequential Steps 25 3.14 Equally Preferable Steps 25 3.15 Recurrent Steps 26 3.16 Time-Dependent Steps 26 l 3.17 Concurrent Steps 26 4
3.18 Diagnostic Steps 27 1-i 3.19 Caution Statements 27
) 3.20 Note Statements 28 1
1 3.21 Location information 29 1
APPENDIX 1 - EMERGENCY PROCEDURE EXAMPLE
- l APPENDlX 2 - ABNORMAL PROCEDURE OUTLINE i APPENDIX 3 - DICTIONARY OF ACRONYMS AND ABBREVIATIONS
! APPENDIX 4 - CONSTRAINED LANGUAGE LIST AND INDEX s
! APPENDIX 5 - PUNCTUATION AND USAGE HANDBOOK t
j APPENDIX 6 - GUIDELINES FOR WORD PROCESSING i
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1.0 INTRODUCTION
b The Writer's Guide for Emergency and Abnormal Procedures was prepared for use at Catawba Nuclear Station, Duke Power Company. Much of the informa-tion contained in the guide is applicable to procedures in general. However, the guide is intended for use specifically in the preparation of emergency and I abnormal procedures. Whenever the word " procedure" is used alone, it should be assumed to refer to emergency and abnormal procedures.
Information was taken from the following sources:
o Current Duke Power Company administrative procedures and
, practices concerning emergency and abnormal procedures i o Duke Power Company review input
- o NUREG-0899 and other NRC guidelines o The INPO Guidance for Emergency Operating Procedure Writing l o Other applicable research documents o Accepted principles of human factors engineering relative to user documentation.
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1.1 Statement of Purpose
- V The writer's guide provides specific guidance in the preparation of emergency and abnormal procedures. Readability and accessibility of information ars of major concern. The purpose of the writer's guide is to ensure that writers produce procedures that are readable, complete,
- convenient, accurate, and acceptable to control room personnel.
1.2 User Information
] Before attempting to produce procedures, it is important that the writer j become thoroughly familiar with the information in the guide. This section introduces some ideas for the use of the guidebook and its different sections.
l 1.2.1 Structure of the Guide i
The guide is written so that general principles and guidelines are placed in the main body of the document. Examples of procedures are located in appendices, as are several other aids, including:
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3 o Dictionary of Acronyms and Abbreviations d o Constrained Language List and index o Punctuation and Usage Handbook o Guidelines for Word Processing.
1.2.2 Guidebook Use The best way to use the guidebook is to start by becoming familiar with the topics covered and the general approach. This is best accomplished by reading through the guide, starting with the Table of Contents, and by glancing at the appendices.
The writer's guide is intended as a reference for the writer when writing emergency or abnormal procedures. It is equipped with tabs to aid in quickly accessing required information. The Table of Contents may also aid in identifying the section containing information being sought.
While organizing the procedure and beginning to write, the format section, Section 2.0, will probably be most helpful. For constructing sentences and developing notes and cautions, the style and content section, Section 3.0, is the appropriate reference. In selecting acceptable abbrevi-ations, refer to the Dictionary of Acronyms and Abbreviations, in Appendix 3.
Refer to the Constrained Language List and Index, Appendix 4, when selecting appropriate terms. The information in the appendices is generally covered in more detail in the body of the guidebook.
Much information in the guide is contained in more than one section. For example, methods of emphasis are discussed in the format section, and again in the style and content section. This was done to prevent the need for cross-referencing within the document when trying to answer a specific question with regard to procedure writing.
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i 1.3 Procedure Development Process This section is intended to help the writer prepare to write. It is important that the appropriate references, including the writer's guide, be readily available.
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1.3.1 Procedure Development Basis d There are certain requirements of procedures to be used by control room operators during emergency and abnormal operating conditions. Operators must first of all trust that the information conta'ined within their procedures is technically accurate and complete. Operators must also find that the information presented is easily accessed, read, and understood.
o Technical Accuracy: Since procedures must be technically complete and accurate, their content is to be based on generic and plant-specific technical guidelines, when applicable.
o information Presentation: The writer's guide provides informa-tion for translating the technical information into procedures.
3 The suggested presentation ensures readability and understanding.
It also ensures that procedures will be consistent in organiza-tion, format, style, and nontechnical content.
1.3.2 Procedure Writing Process The technical accuracy of procedures is ensured by using the correct references. Before beginning to write a procedure, the writer should have the '
following references available, as appropriate:
o Catawba FSAR o Catawba Standard Technical Specifications o Catawba Nuclear Station Electrical and Mechanical System Descriptions o Manufacturers' Instruction Manuals o Westinghouse NSSS Startup Manual o Westinghouse Owners Group Guidelines o Emergency Procedure Technical Information Guide.
The writer's guide was developed to ensure readability of the procedure.
By adhering to the principles and guidelines presented herein, procedures will be consistently written and easily read and understood. A copy of the writer's guide should be at hand when writing procedures. While writing procedure steps, 3
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format or sentence development. In writing revisions, the same principles !
and guidelines outlined in the guidebook apply. !
While writing a procedure, make a list of all other procedures referenced. The information will be used to update other procedures and to update an index which will cross-reference revisions.
1.3.3 Procedure Review Process Refer to APM 4.2, ADMINISTRATIVE INSTRUCTIONS FOR PERMANENT STATION PROCEDURES for administrative requirements. By following APM 4.2, it is ensured that the appropriate people review and approve the procedure throughout the development process.
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2.1 Organization of Procedures Organize the procedures into the following elements:
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o Table of Contents o Table of Contents o A. Purpose o A. Purpose o B. Symptoms o B. Symptoms
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i 2.1.1 Cover Page Use the Procedure Preparation Process Record (Form 34371) as a cover page and include the following information (see example in Appendix 1):
o Procedure number and changes incorporated l
o Station name o Procedure title o Procedure preparer and date of preparation o Signature and date of a qualified reviewer
! o Appropriate approval signatures and approval dates o Other review / approval signatures and dates as necessary.
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, 2.1.2 Table of Contents
' (' s Prepare a Table of Contents, if required, identifying the title and page number of major elements with'in the procedure (see Appendix 1, page i).
2.1.3 Purpose Provide a brief statement describing what the procedure is intended to accomplish (see Appendix 1, page 1). The purpose statement should include actions to be accomplished under various cases, as required.
2.1.4 Symptoms List the plant conditions, alarms, and other pertinent entry conditions, including appropriate automatic actions, that would cause the procedure to be used. Symptoms should be listed so that the most important one is mentioned first. The importance of a symptom is especially related to its ability to identify a particular condition. Symptoms which are found in several abnormal conditions should be listed last. If such a list can be established, use numbers to indicate the sequence. If a sequence cannot be established, use bullets to list the symptoms (see Appendix 1, page 1).
2.1.5 Case if it is necessary to divide the procedure into subprocedures, use cases and subprocedures as required.
o Each emergency procedure may contain several cases and subproce.-
dures which should be included following D, Subsequent Actions, since these describe further steps to recover normal plant conditions or to accomplish shutdown (see Appendix 1, page i),
o in abnormal procedures, each case should contain both immediate -
and subsequent actions, since cases describe related events which may occur independently of one another. The purpose of the procedure and the symptoms for all cases should be given at' ;
the beginning of the procedure (see Appendix 2, page i). ,
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e, 2.1.6 Immediate Actions Specify the immediate operator actions to be taken for the procedure in the two-column, dual-level format described.in Section 2.2 (see Appendix 1, page 2). Include verification of automatic actions and follow-up steps as required. Limit immediate actions to those positive steps which must be performed before there is an opportunity to refer to the appropriate j procedu re.
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Specify the operator actions necessary to return the plant to a normal,
- stable, or safe, steady-state condition. Use the two-column, dual-level format j described in Section 2.2 (see Appendix 1, pages 2-5).
2.1.8 Enclosures l Append any materials (e.g., graphics or operator aids) which are neither
{ included in the body of the procedure nor immediately available in the control room, but which a~re essential to carrying out the procedure. Appended materials I are to be called " enclosures" and are to be located at the end of the procedure, case or subprocedure. Arrange the enclosures in numerical order. Fold-out pages should be used for enclosures such as graphs or tables (see Appendix 1,
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2.2 General Structure Prepare procedures by using the guidelines given below for general format structure. Specify all immediate and subsequent operator actions in the i two-column, dual-level format exhibited in Appendix 1. Leave adequate margins j for binding at the top or left side, as appropriate. Number the sections, subsections, and steps in accordance with instructions to ensure easy access 4
for operators.
I 2.2.1 Cases If needed, include cases as subprocedures.
2.2.1.1 Cases Within Emergency Procedures - In emergency procedures, include cases as needed (see Appendix 1, page 6).
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i o Locate each case on a separate page(sf following the Subsequent j Actions section. . , /
j o After the last step in each case, write the word END centered t
on the page in capital letters and underlined. '
l o include enclosures for cases at the end of the case. .
4 j 2.2.1.a Subprocedures Within Cases l o. Designate subprocedures with a letter of the alphabet I
designating Case and arabic number for subprocedure, e.g.
l EP/1/A/5000/1A1.
o Within Cases, subprocedures are extensions of t'.a l Subsequent Actions Section and do not ' require separate Purpose, Symptoms and immediate Actions s'ections. 4; o Locate each subprocedure on separate page(s) following the
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5 o After the last step in each subprocedure, write the word j END centered on the page in capital letters and
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- o include enclosures for subprocedures at the end of the s ubp rocedu res .
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- 2.2.1.2 Cases Within Abnormal Procedures - Some abnormal procedures j may require cases to describe related transients (see Appendix 2, page i).
4 o Designate cases with Roman numerals, e.g., Case 1, Case 11, etc.
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o Each case should contain immediate and subsequent actions.
] o After the last step in each case, write the word END centered j on the page in capital letters and underlined.
j o include enclosures for all cases at the end of-the procedure. '
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(o.) Organize the body of the procedure into the following sections:
o A. Purpose o B. Symptoms o C. Immediate Actions o D. Subsequent Actions o Enclosures.
F Provide the page numbers for the location of the beginning of each
- j. major section in the Table of Contents. Start C, immediate Actions, on a separate page.
2.2.3 Steps
, List all steps in the order in which they are to be performed or verified to have occurred.
2.2.3.1 Dual-Level Structure - Use a dual-level format with high-level action steps and lower level substeps (for example, see Appendix 1, pages 2-5).
J l o Describe high-level action steps in simple phrases. Specify the details of how to perform the high-level steps in indented substeps.
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v j Number the high-level operator action steps. Use sequential digits (1, 2, 3, etc. ) . Designate the detailed substeps by using lowercase letters (a, b, c, etc.) when sequence of performance is important. When sequence is not important, designate the substeps with the use of bullets (o). Begin the number sequence in sub-i sequent actions with the number 1.
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o Whenever possible, do not split steps and related substeps between pages.
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2.2.3.2 Two-Column Structure - Use a two-column format with columns j s titled " Action / Expected Response" and " Response Not Obtained" (see Appendix 1, j pages 2-5).
- o Locate expected sequences in the left-hand column. The user will
! normally continue down the left-hand column when the expected responses are obtained.
i o Provide alternative actions or transitions to other steps or
- procedures in the right-hand column. If the expected response j in the left-hand column is not obtained, the user will move to
!' the right-hand column for alternative instructions.
[ o Normally, provide a corresponding alternative for each detailed q action substep.
j o Unless otherwise directed, the user will return to the next numbered step (high-level step) after performing an alternative
- action in the right-hand column. If this is not desired, provide
{ alternate instructions at the end of the alternative action.
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j 2.3 Page Heading The heading contains three blocks of information which include:
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l o Procedure number (for example: EP/1/A/5000/09) l o Title (s) o Page number.
2.3.1 Procedure Number l
l Provide a unique identification number for the procedure in accordance j with APM 4.2. Locate this code in the upper left block (for an example, see
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-V Provide a short but descriptive title to allow the operator to easily identify the procedure and the conditions under which the procedure should be used. Locate the title on each page, except for the cover page, in the upper center as shown in the example in Appendix 1. On the cover page, locate the title in the space provided. Capitalize all letters in the title.
2.3.3 Case Title if there are cases and/or subprocedures within a procedure, prov.ide a case or subprocedure title on the appropriate pages. Capitalize all letters of titles in case or subprocedure designations e.g. CASE I. SOURCE RANGE MALFUNCTION (AP example). Si TERMINATION FOLLOWING LOCA (EP example).
2.3.4 Page Numbers For procedures with a Table of Contents, identify the page with an "i" in the upper right block and centered at the bottom of each page. if necessary, use "ii," etc., to identify any succeeding pages of the Table of Contents and any other pages prior to the main body of the procedure.
Number the pages in consecutive order beginning with the page containing the " Purpose." Place the page number in the upper right block and centered at the bottom of each page. As shown below, the first digit represents the sequential page number and the second digit indicates the total number of pages.
For example:
Page 1 of 24.
2.4 Page Breaks .,
Start separate pages for the following:
o Cover page o Table of Contents o Each case o Each subprocedure o A. Purpose o C. Immediate Actions o Each enclosure.
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p 2.5 Cautions and Notes V Provide precautions and critical information in caution statements and advisory information in notes. Do not provide action steps in cautions and notes. Designate cautions and notes as follows:
o Capitalize, underline and bold face, all letters of the word i CAUTION. Extend the caution statement across the page (see exampic in Appendix 1).
o Capitalize, underline and bold face, all letters of the word NOTE. Extend the statement across the page (see example in Appendix 1).
Cautions shall be located prior to the action step with which they are associated.
Notes should be located prior to the action step with which they are associated, unless the note content dictates placement following the step. Cautions and notes are to be single spaced. The emphasis techniques mentioned in section 2.7 may be used within cautions and notes. For example, capitalize and underline "l F", "TH EN", "NOT", etc. Also capitalize procedure titles and capitalize the r
I first letter of each word in specific nomenclature, system names, etc.
2.6 Place-Keeping Aids
- Place a single line for all numbered steps (high-level actions) to the left and adjacent to the step number to provide a place-keeping aid for the operator.
2.7 Emphasis Emphasize important aspects of the procedure in the following manner (see example in Appendix 1).
o Capitalize all letters in the procedure title.
o Capitalize case titles o Place high-level steps in bold print.
o initially capitalize and underline major section titles (i.e.,
capitalize the first letter of each word).
o Capitalire and bold face procedure names and numbers listed in transition actions.
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o Capitalize and underline the conditional IF. .THEN, and E
(/ NOT... THEN. Do not start a conditional statement in the middle of a line. Instead, locate the E at the beginning of the column on the next line down.
For example:
Manually trip reactor.
E reactor will NOT trip, THEN go to. . . . .
o Capitalize and underline connectives such as OR and AND. When a connective separates clauses, put the connective on a line by itself at the left margin of the column.
For example:
Manually open Condenser Steam Dump Valves 9.R_
Manually open Steam Generator PORVs.
o If a conditional statement (IF...THEN) contains a connective (OR, AND) between clauses, structure the sentence as follows:
E Si flow is estaH;:hed AND NC < 1500 psig, THEN stop all NC Pumps.
o Capitalize and underline negatives, such as NOT, NEITHER, and NOR.
o Capitalize and underline END when it signifies the end of a case.
2.8 Exact References When possible, use exact wording for component nomenclature, alarm, and reference titles. ,
2.8.1 Component identification When identifying components, list the component number first. Follow the number with the exact nomenclature. Place exact nomenclature of valves in parentheses, capitalizing the first letter of each word.
For example:
1NV-288A (VCT Outlet isolation).
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y/ capital letters. When referring to a control board switch position in exact nomenclature use all capital letters and quotation marks.
For Example: Place STM DUMP CTRL to " MANUAL".
2.8.2 Annunciator Alarms To signify the exact wording of an alarm, use quotation marks and capitalize the first letter of each word.
For example:
" EMF-38 Containment Hi Part Rad."
2.8.3 Document References Referring within and between procedures should be kept to a minimum.
It is better to reproduce small sections than to reference them.
o Use "go to" when the operator will discontinue use of the first procedure and will stay in the referenced procedure.
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o Use " refer to" when the operator will be returning to the first p rocedu re.
o When referencing cases, list the procedure number first, followed by the case number (for AP's) and title in all capital letters and bold face type.
For example:
Go to EP/1/A/5000/1C, LOSS OF REACTOR COOLANT.
o When referencing procedures or subprocedures, list the procedure number first. Then write the procedure title in all capital letters. For example:
EP/1/A/5000/01, SAFETY INJECTION, step D.13.
o if possible, identify the case number, section number, and specific step to enter the document referenced.
2.9 Enclosures Provide graphics (charts, tables, sketches, illustrations, photos, etc.)
which supply pertinent information to the operator for the performance of q action s . Number the page on which the graphic appears in the previously 14
specified "Page of manner. Include the procedure number and the title in the heading as specified previously. Refer to all graphics as "enclos u res . " Number them consecutively within a procedure as follows:
Enclosure 1 Title que consecutive number Provide a short title describing the information. Locate enclosures on fold-out pages as appropriate at the end of the procedure. Arrange the enclosures in numerical order.
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' 3.0 STYLE AND CONTENT OF PROCEDURES C
The following approach to style and content emphasizes the use of concise performance steps. Information should be presented in a simple, familiar, and unam-biguous manner. Consistency in style and sentence structure will ;
impr ve the ability to read and understand the procedure. By applying the following guidelines, style and content will remain consistent from procedure to p rocedu re.
Information should be presented in a level of detail so that enough details are presented to the operator, but not so many details that the operator becomes confused by superficial or redundant information.
3.1 Vocabulary The vocabulary used in procedures should be easily read and understood by control room operators.
3.1.1 Use specific control board nomenclature and terminology used D
and understood by operators and other plant personnel.
3.1.2 Use short, commonly found words. Common words of not more than two syllables are preferred. However, this does not apply to industry terms which are commonly used or technical words which are required to define or clarify the subject.
3.1.3 Avoid the use of synonyms. Always use the identical word or term for a given subject or action. Accepted terms and their '
meanings are in the constrained language list and index in Appendix 4.
3.1.4 Use specific words that precisely describe the task or action of the operator. Avoid ambiguous instructions such as " check frequently" c " throttle slowly." Where possible, use ' specific intervals or guidelines.
3.1.5 Do not use contractions such as " don't" or "can't." instead, use "do not" or "cannot."
3.2 Abbreviations, Acronyms, and Symbols Only those abbreviations, acronyms, or symbols which are unambiguously L recognized by operators should be used.
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3.2.1 Generally, avoid abbreviating words, phrases, or names unless V - the system or component is frequently and commonly referred to by an abbreviated form. Use only accepted abbreviations or acronyms, found in Appendix 3.
3.2.2 When referring to specific nomenclature, use the precise
] labeling, including abbreviations, acronyms, or symbols.
! 3.2.3 To save space, the following symbols may be used:
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o Greater than >
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j 3.3 Sentence Structure
- Sentence structure affects the rate at which a sentence is read and j u nderstood. The following guidelines will aid in developing sentences which j are quickly read and easily understood.
j 3.3.1 Write " Action / Expected Response" by using simple command j statements, dropping all unnecessary articles. Use the j structure which follows:
j ACTION VERB OBJECT:
, o OBJECT MODIFIER.
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Verify Reactor Trip:
} o All rod bottom lights lit i
o Neutron flux decreasing.
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l 3.3.2 Write instructional or procedural steps as imperative statements, v i.e., as direct command statements. (Passive statements may be used for emphasis in- precautions, cautions, or notes. See Section 3.3.9 below.)
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Valve AB is opened.
3.3.3 Write instructional or procedural steps as positive statements.
Generally, positively stated sentences are more readily compre-hended.
For example:
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Cover container when not in use.
Not this ---
Do not leave container uncovered when not in use.
3.3.4 Use only one main thought per sentence. Do not combine unrelated actions or thoughts into a compound sentence.
However, a compound sentence which combines related actions n,'
or thoughts is acceptable.
For example:
Direct Rad Chem to take a chemical sample and verify that Tech Specs are not violated.
3.3.5 Rewrite complex sentences with .two or more coordinate clauses as several shorter, simpler sentences.
For example:
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Increase tank pressure to 1500 psig.
Close XY Header Valve.
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, pressure to 1500 psig, and close XY Header Valve.
3.3.6 For instructional or procedural steps, use the understood "you" as the subject of each sentence. When a step is written, such as " check steam generator levels," the understood subject is the control room operator reading the procedure.
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( someone other than the control room operator, identify the performer of the action.
For example:
Direct Rad Chem to take a chemical sample.
3.3.7 When the verb, or action, has two or more objects, list them separately.
For example:
l Isolate non-essential headers by closing the following valves:
o 1KC-230A (EXACT NAME) o 1KC-50A (EXACT NAME) o 1KC-1 A (EXACT NAME) o 1KC-3A (EXACT NAME).
3.3.8 Refer to specific valve nomenclature by giving component number, followed by nomenclature in parentheses.
For example:
1KC-230A (Rx Bldg Non-Ess Hdr Isol).
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Refer to specific annunciator nomenclature by placing it in quotation marks.
Refer to exact control board switch nomenclature in all . capital letters . Refer to exact control board switch position and nomenclature in all capital letters and placing it in quotation marks.
3.3.9 Write caution statements to provide information used to prevent actions which could result in damage to equipment, loss of plant stability, or hazards to personnel or public. (See also Section 3.19.)
Write NOTE statements to provide brief information essential to performance of an action or sequence of steps. Make references to appropriate Technical Specifications or other documents for supporting information of more than a few lines. (See also Section 3.20.) I l 19 l 1
m Use a passive sentence structure (usually using "shall," l "should," or "may") for emphasis in cautions and notes.
For example:
CAUTION This pump should not be operated with
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1 NOTE The conditions below should be moni-tored during the remainder of this procedu re.
Select "shall," "should," or "may" as follows:
o "Shall" implies a mandatory requirement.
o "Should" implies a nonmandatory, preferred, or desired method.
o "May" implies an operation which is possible but perhaps is not necessary.
3.4 Punctuation
%S Generally, standard American English rules for grammar and punctuation should be used. However, some special uses of punctuation are specific to .
Catawba procedures. Refer to Appendix 5 fer additional guidelines on correct punctuation.
- 3.4.1 Avoid using semicolone, since they lead to long sentences.
Also, do not use contractions as they are often sources of confusion.
3.4.2 Place periods after the following:
o Sentences o First , second , and third-level step numbers / letters o Major steps which are not followed by substeps o The last substep following a major step o The last item in a list.
3.4.3 Place colons after the following:
o Major steps which are followed by substeps o Statements which are followed by lists, such as lists of individual components.
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3.4.6 Place quotation marks around specific annunciator nomenclature and exact control board switch positions. l l
3.5 Capitalization Capitalization may be used for emphasis or attention. Use capitalization as described below:
3.5.1 Initially capitalize (i.e., capitalize the first letter of) the following:
o Each word in section headings o First word in a sentence o First word in a phrase used in a list o Each word in component nomenclature o Each word in a system or component reference
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Nuclear instrumentation System Or:
Emergency Core Cooling System o Each word in system functions For example: '
Safety injection Or:
Feedwater isolation Or:
, Cold Leg Recirculation o Each word in unique plant equipment For example:
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( Steam Dump Controllers i
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o Each word in plant conditions i
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j Reactor Trip.
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1 j o Procedure titles o Case titles
o Acronyms For example: ,
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Or: *
- CRD - Control Rod Drive
) o System designators of two or more letters For example:
I ND - Residual Heat Removal i
Or:
N/S - Nuclear Instrumentation System j Or:
l NSSS - Nuclear Steam Supply System j o Engineering / equipment prefixes j For example:
) MD - Motor Driven Or:
f N/I - Nuclear instrumentation
! o Other words or phrases which are unique'y significant j in determining or classifying operator actions (if needed)
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q Determine whether transient is a REACTOR TRIP OR a FORCED SHUTDOWN.
3.5.3 Capitalize and underline the following:
0 IE o THEN o AND o O R_
o UNLESS o Any negative such as NOT, NEITHER, or NOR o NOTE o CAUTION o END, signifying end of a case.
3.6 Underlining Avoid underlining for attention or emphasis except in the cases described below.
3.6.1 Use underlining in combination with capitalization of the words W listed above in 3.5.3.
3.6.2 Use underlining so that section headings stand out.
For example:
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3.7 Units and Numerals 3.7.1 Use the units of measurement which actually appear on the instruments specified.
3.7.2 Use units of measurement familiar to the operator.
3.7.3 Use Arabic numerals unless specific nomenclature dictates otherwise.
3.7.4 Use Roman numerals to designate cases (in AP's).
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(_ / 3.8.1 Tolerances should be provided where possible. Give ranges in immediately understood terms, avoiding the need for interpreta-tion.
, For example:
Maintain tank level between 47 feet and 52 feet.
- 3.8.2 Use the same units of measurement that appear on meters and i
l 3.9 Formulas and Calculations Avoid the use of formulas and calculations where possible. Where calculations are necessary, provide space for notations.
2 f 3.10 Conditional Statements j in writing conditional statements, write the condition (the "lF" statement) as the first clause, and the contingency (the "THEN" statement) as the second clause. Structure conditional statements (lF .. . THEN . . .) as t
shown in the examples in Appendix 1, pages 2-5.
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Technical necessity and instrument arrangement should be considered in I sequencing tasks and action steps. In general, the following guidelines apply.
3.11.1 Write action steps in the order in which they are to be
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3.11.2 Some series of steps must be performed in an exact sequence.
j indicate these by the previously designated alphanumeric system.
i 3.11.3 Indicate nonsequential steps by placing a bullet (o) prior to each step.
j 3.11.4 Consider control room layout when sequencing steps. If j
sequence is not important, order steps so that a left-to-right or right-to-left flow can be followed along the control board.
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{ include steps to cue the operator to verify whether equipment 4
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For example:
Verify all rod bottom lights lit.
3.13 Nonsequential Steps Some operator actions may be required during performance of a task, but not at a specific point 'in the sequence of steps. For example, some steps may be performed when a certain temperature or level is reached, but not before.
3.13.1 Locate nonsequential steps at the first possible point at which they may be required.
3.13.2 Write nonsequential steps to that the operator clearly understands when the action is to be performed.
For example:
When tank level reaches 62 feet, close Isolation Valve.
Or:
Continue monitoring until temperature stabilizes.
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. For example:
i Start one of the following NC Pumps:
o NC Pump 1 A
- o NC Pump 1B o NC Pump 1C o NC Pump 1D.
Or:
l 10. Start one set of pumps as follows.
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- 2) Locally. open 1 KC-82B (ND HX 1B Flow Controller).
3.15 Recurrent Steps Some operator actions may need to be repeated at various intervals. If the intervals are easily specified (for example, following specific steps), repeat the step at each point at which it is to be performed. If the intervals are not specific, describe conditions which require repeating the step.
3.16 Time-Dependent Steps -
j Some operator actions are required at specified time intervals, or some time after an action has taken place. In writing time-dependent steps, specify the time intervals as precisely as possible. Give the operator information about the time interval involved and the action to be taken.
For example:
After five minutes, reinitiate boration.
3.17 Concurrent Steps 3.17.1 Indicate steps which are performed concurrently by listing them as substeps under a general step.
For example:
Maintain Pressurizer pressure at 2235 psig by the following:
o Operate Backup Heaters o Adjust Pressurizer Pressure Controller.
3.17.2 in some instances, parameters must be monitored or checked while the operator performs a particular task. Describe the relationship of the actions.
For example:
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3.18 Diagnostic Steps To aid operators in verifying that they are in the correct procedure, and to direct them to the correct procedure when necessary, diagnostic steps should be included in emergency procedures.
For diagnostic steps:
o First use a high-level step to instruct the operator to verify or check for a condition.
1 o Provide the expected value in a left column substep.
o Use a conditional statement in a right column substep to provide the alternative (unexpected) value (for exampl'e ,
see Appendix 1, page 3, step 4) .
j o Exit staten,ents to another procedure or case should be restricted to the right-hand column.
3.19 Caution Statements (S
l] Determine the need for caution statements from Emergency Procedure Technical information Guides or other sources, as appropriate. When cautionary information is identified as necessary, it should be written in such a mani.er as to gain the operator's attention ,
unambiguously.
3.19.1 Place cautions immediately before the steps to which they apply.
. 3.19.2 Write cautions across the page, from margin to margin (for exact margin setting, see Appendix 6).
3.19.3 Do not write action steps in cautionary statements. If an action is required, write a step, not a caution.
3.19.4 Passive sentences (usually using "shall," "should," or "may")
may be used to provide emphasis to cautionary statements, and to clearly separate them from steps.
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Refer to Section 3.3.9 or Appendix 4 for meanings for "shall,"
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3.19.5 Make cautionary statements as brief as possible, still including essential infonnation.
3.19.6 The methods described in Section 2.7 may be used for emphasis within cautions. For example, it is permissable capitalize and underline "lF," "THEN," "NOT," etc. Also capitalize procedure titles and capitalize the first letter of each word in specific nomenclature, system names, etc.
3.20 Note Statements Note statements are included to provide information to the operator concerning specific steps or specific sequences of steps. Notes generally should contain information which is of most use to the inexperienced operator m
to aid in interpreting step i1 formation or making a decision. Notes must be brief and easily understood. Notes should not contain lengthy information
- which is available in control room reference documents, such as Technical
- Specif; cations.
3.20.1 Place notes immediately before the steps to which they apply, unless they should more logically follow.
3.20.2 Write notes across the page, from margin to margin (for exact margin setting, see Appendix 6).
3.20.3 Do not write action steps in notes. If an action is required, write a step, not a note. l 3.20.4 Passive sentences (usually using "should," "shall," or "may")
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Refer to Section 3.3.9 or Appendix 4 for meanings for "shall,"
"should," or "may."
3.20.5 Make notes as brief as possible, still including essential -
information.
3.20.6 The previously described methods for emphasis are permissable within notes. '
3.21 Location Information Assume that the action occurs in the control room for most steps in emergency procedures. Only identify the location of actions or components which are located outside the control room, unless a very infrequently used component is involved.
3.21.1 Identify local, in-plant activities as follows:
Locally open valve number INV-34 (NV Control Valve)
AB-551 - (DD-53) .
3.21.2 Identify the location of infrequently used components.
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An attempt has been made to make the procedure which follows technically accurate. However, in some instances, the text has been modified to provide {
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(4) PREPARED BY: DATE: 4-27-82 i (5) REVIEWED BY: DATE:
Cross-Disciplinary Review By: N/R:
(6) tee 0RARY APPROVAL (IF NECESSARY):
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CNS EP/1/A/5500/02 LOSS OF REACTOR COOLANT 1 A. Purpose The purpose of this procedure is to verify the loss of reactor coolant, ensure an adequate core cooling capability, and ensure sufficient NC inventory following a shutdown from a suspected loss of coolant accident.
B. Symptoms l o Rapid decrease in pressurizer pressure AND/OR level o " Ice Condenser Doors Open" alarm ,
1 o Containment sump level increase o Containment temperature increase o Containment pressure increase o Containment humidity increase o " EMF-38 Containment Hi Part Rad" alarm o " EMF-39 Containment Hi Gas Rad" alarm o " EMF-40 Containment Hi lod Rad" alarm o " EMF-9 Reactor Building incore instrument Room #1" alarm i o " EMF-16 Refueling Bridge Unit 1 Reactor Building" alarm o " EMF-51 Annulus Monitor" alarm.
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- 1. Verify immediate actions of EP/1/A/5000/01, SAFETY INJECTION have been completed.
D. Subsequent Actions ,
- 1. Actuate Emergency Hydrogen Mitigation System:
CAUTION Si may be reset but shall NOT be terminated at this time.
. a. Reset SI AND Diesel Generator -
- coad Sequencers.
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- trip breakers are not reset.
s NOTE Automatic initiation of Containment Spray will not occur after
! sequencer has been reset. If containment pressure exceeds 3 psig, manual start of Containment Spray Pumps will be required.
i l 2. Check FWST level: l o FWST level slowly o IF rapidly decreasing,
- decreasing. THEN go to step 10.
! 3. Check Containment Sump level:
i o Containment Sump level o _lF NOT increasing, THEN increasing, rediagnose event AND go to EP/1/A/5000/01, SAFETY
- INJECTION, step D.13.
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- 4. Check Steam Generator levels:
- a. Narrow range level >5% a. llF <5%, THEN maintain full CA flow until narrow range level >5%.
- b. Throttle CA flow to main- b. IF narrow range level in l tain narrow range level one Steam Generator continues at 38%. to increase, THEN go to EP/1/A/5000/1E, STEAM GENERATOR TUBE RUPTURE.
- 5. Check Pressurizer PORV valves:
! a. Power available to block a. Restore power to block valves.
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- b. Block valves open. b. Open block valve UNLESS it was closed to isolate
! ( a faulty PORV.
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- pressure, repeat step 6 after pressure drops below PORV i setpoint.
- 6. Check Pressurizer PORVs:
] o PORVs closed. o Manually close PORVs. IF any valve CANNOT be closed, l THEN manually close its
] block valve.
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- 7. Check IF Si can be terminated:
- a. NC pressure >2000 psig AND a. Do NOT terminate SI. Go to increasing
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- b. Pressurizer level >50% b. Do NOT terminate SI. Go to step 9.
- c. NC subcooling >50 F c. Do NOT terminate St. Go to step 9.
- d. Secondary heat sink: d. IF NEITHER condition is l satisfied, THEN do NOT '
- 1) Total CA flow to non- terminate Sl. Go to step 9.
faulted bteam Generators
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- 2) Narrow range level in G. at least one nonfaulted Steam Generator >5%.
S. Terminate SI:
o Go to EP/1/A/5000/2A, Si TERMINATION. ;
AAAA;;AAA CAUTION g NC System pressure drops below 200 psig, the ND Pumps
- must be manually restarted t6 supply water to the NC System.
- 9. Check E ND Pumps should be stoppad:
- a. NC System pressure >200 psig a. IF NC pressure low OR AND stable OR increasing decreasing, THEN go to step 10. f
- b. Stop ND Pumps.
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CAUTION Seal injection flow should be maintained to all NC Pumps.
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- c. Stop all NC Pumps.
O 11. Check for switchover to Co!d Leg Recirculation:
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- a. Until FWST reaches 150", per-form a preliminary e;aluation
- of plant status in steps 13 to 16.
- b. Align SI System for Cold Leg Recirculation. Go to
, EP/1/A/5500/2B, TRANSFER TO COLD LEG RECIRCULATION.
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- This is an example of the way a case should be titled. The actions / responses pertaining to the case should be located and structured the same way as those on the previous pages.
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A. NCP TRIP CRITERIA o lF KC is lost to an NCP, THEN trip that pump.
o E both conditions listed below are met, THEN trip all NC Pumps:
- a. Safety injection actuated.
- b. NC System pressure < 1303 psig.
B. SAFETY INJECTION TERMINATION CRITERIA FOR SPURIOUS ACTUATION
- 1. IF_ all parameters listed below are met, THEN terminate safety injection:
- a. Containment condition normal
- b. NC System pressure > 2000 psig
- c. NC System subcooling 50oF
- d. Pressurizer level > 25%
- e. Heat Sink:
- 1. One S/G level > 5% NR .
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- 2. Total available auxiliary feedwater flow > 860 gpm.
C. SAFETY INTICTION REINITIATION CRITERIA FOLLOWING SPURIOUS ACTUATION
- 1. l_F any one of the parameters listed below occurs, THEN reinitiate safety injection:
o NC System pressure < 1845 psig o NC System subcooling < 50 F o Pressurizer level < 10%.
D. SYMPTOMS FOR RESPONSE TO IN ADEQUATE CORE COOLING o g all symptoms in any one of the following symptom sets occur, THEN go to EP/1/A/5000/18, INADEQUATE CORE COOLING:
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- 1. T/Cs >1200 F ---
>700 F
- 2. Containment conditions ---
ABNORMAL ABNORMAL
- 3. NCP status ---
ANY ON ALL OFF
- 4. RVL1S ---
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CNS MALFUNCTION OF NUCLEAR m AP/1/A/5500/16 INSTRUMENTATION SYSTEM i TABLE OF CONTENTS P_ age A. Purpose 1 B. Symptoms Case I. Source Range Malfunction 1 Case 11. Audio Count Rate Malfunction 1 Case 111. Intermediate Range Malfunction 1 Case 1. Source Range Malfunction C. Immediate Actions 2 D. Subsequent Actions 2 Case ll. Audio Count Rate Malfunction C. Immediate Actions 3 D. Subsequent Actions 3 Case 111. Intermediate Range Malfunction C. Immediate Actions 4 D. Subsequent Actions 4 Enclosures 0
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Q A. Purpose The purpose of this procedure is to verify proper response in the event of a malfunction of nuclear instrumentation, and to assess plant conditions and identify the appropriate steps.
B. Symptoms Case 1. Source Range Malfunction
- 1. Erratic OR loss of indication
- 2. "S/R Hi Voltage Failure" annunciator
- 3. "S/R Hi Flux Level at Shutdown" annunciator
- 4. "N/I Hi Flux SR RX Trip" annunciator.
Case 11. Audio Count Rate Malfunction b
y 1. Loss of audible count rate.
Case 111. Intermediate Range Malfunction
- 1. Erratic OR loss of indication
- 2. "l/R Hi Voltage Failure" annunciator
- 3. "l/R Compensating Voltage Failure" annunciator
- 4. "N/l Hi Flux IR RX Trip" annunciator.
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- m. AP/1/A/5500/16 CASE I. SOURCE RANGE MALFUNCTION 2 ACTION / EXPECTED RESPONSE RESPONSE NOT OBTAINED C. Immediate Actions
- 1. Check RX trip required
- a. "N/I Hi Flux SR RX Trip" a. Stop positive reactivity lit. changes and core alterations.
- 2. Verify RX trip
- a. Rod Bottom Lites lit, a. Manually trip RX.
D. Subsequent Actions i 1. Refer to Tech Specs for
- required channels and actions.
- 2. Defeat signals from failed channel.
- 3. Determine cause AND correct.
- 4. Notify per: -
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ACTION / EXPECTED RESPONSE RESPONSE NOT OBTAINED C. Immediate Actions r 1. Check for Audio Count Rate Signal in containment. a. Stop core alterations.
D. Subsequent Actions
- 1. Determine cause AND correct.
- 2. Notify per:
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- 1. Check RX trip NOT required o IR channel failed low. a. Verify RX tripped.
D. Subsequent Actions
- 1. Select operable channel fe recorder NR 45. l l
- 2. IF soutdown in progress a. Go to next step.
AND /R malfunctions high, THEN manually reset S/R l Below ,'-6.
- 3. Bypass Level Trip on affected channel drawer.
- 4. Refer to Tech Spec 3.3.1.1 i for minimum channels AND l actions, i
- 5. Notify per: *
- 6. Determine plant status AND go to . . . .
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CATAWBA NUCLEAR STATION ACRONYMS AND ABBREVIATIONS NOTE 1: Those abbreviations indicated,by an asterisk (*) should be used rather than spelling out the word or phrase. As a rule, all other words should be completely spelled out unless space limita-tions require abbreviation, or unless the context in which the abbreviation is used makes it easily understood.
NOTE 2: Pumps are abbreviated by using the two-letter system designation with the word " pump" when the pump name corresponds to the system
, in which it is located. For example, NC Pump (Reactor Coolant Pump) is in the Reactor Coolant System (NC System). This rule does not hold for pumps with names which do not correspond to the system in which they are located. In this case, use an abbreviation which most logically corresponds to the pump's actual name, taking care not to use an abbreviation that will become confused with a two-
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Acknowledge ACK Administration ADMIN Air Circuit Breaker *ACB Air Conditioner A/C Air Handling Unit AHU Alarm (if space limitation requires) AL Alarm (preferred) ALM Alternate ALT
- Alternating Current *AC l American Society of Mechanical Engineers *ASME Ampare
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Annunciator ANNUN Approximately
- AUTO Automatic Program interrupt API Auxiliary
- AUX Auxiliary Feedwater Pump Turbine CAPT or CA PUMP TURB Auxiliary Oil Pump AOP Average
- AVG Average Temperature *T-AVG Axial Flux Difference AFD O
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Page 2 of 13 Barometer BAROM Basement BSMT Battery BATT n Bearing BRG Bearing Lift Pump BLP Bearing Oil Pump BOP Blackout *B/O Block BLK Boiler BLR Booster . BSTR Boric Acid B/A Boric Acid Batching Tank BABT Boric Acid Tank BAT Boron B10 Boron injection Surge Tank BIST Boron Injection Tank
- BIT O Breaker BKR British Thermal Unit
- BTU Building BLDG Bypass BYP Steam Generator Blowdown Pump BB PMP Cabinet CAB Centrifugal CENT Centrifugal Charging Pump Unit 1 NV PUMP 1A or 1B Charging CHRG Check CHK Chemical CHEM Chemical Mixing Tank CMT Closed CLSD Cold Leg Accumulator CLA Combined Intermediate Valve (also Reheat Stop Valve) CIV i Component Cooling Pump KC PUMP
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- Condensate Booster Pump CM BSTR PUMP Condensate Storage Tank
- CST Condenser Circulating Water Pump RC PUMP
- l. Condenser Steam Air Ejector *CSAE .
l Containment CONT Containment isolation (if space limit raquires) C/l Containment Spray Pump NS PUMP J Control CTRL
- Control Rod Drive CRD Control Rod Drive Mechanism CRDM j Control Room C/R Control Valve C/V
- V Cold Leg Accumulator CLA j Cooler CLR Corridor CORR
! Counts Per Second CPS l Crossover XOVER
} Current to Voltage Converter 1/E CVTR Auxiliary Feedwater Pump Turbine CA PT or CA PUMP TURB Feedwater Pump CF PUMP Feedwater Pump Turbine *CFPT or CF l PUMP TURB Motor Driven Auxiliary Feedwater Pump Unit 1 CA PUMP 1A 4
or 1B l Turbine Driven Auxiliary Feedwater Pump Unit 1 CA PUMP NO 1 Decades Per Minute *DPM Decontamination DECON l Degrees Centigrade *DEG C m , -, , s - --- - --- -a- u. -- ~ ,,-,. -n- +- - - - - - - - .,m-- +, n,,
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\ Degrees Fahrenheit *DEG F Demineralizer or Demineralized DEMIN Detector DET Dcviation DEV Diesel Generator D/G Differential DIFF Differential Flux WFLUX Differential Pressure *D/P OR (P Differential Temperature *D/T
, Direct Current *DC Discharge DISCH Disintegrations Per Second DPS
- Down DWN Drain DRN s
t Electro-Hydraulic Control *EHC Elevation ELEV Emergency EMER f Emergency Bearing Oil Pump EBOP Emergency Core Cooling System *ECCS Emergency Oil Pump EOP Emergency Safety Feature ESF Emergency Seal Oil Pump ESOP Engineered Safeguards E/S Equipment EQUIP
! Essential ESS Evaporator EVAP Exciter EXC Exhaust EXH Voltage to Pneumatic Converter E/P CVTR Fail Closed F/C Fail Open F/O Feeder FDR
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Feedwater Pump CF PUMP Feedwater Pump Turbine *CFPT or CF i-PUMP TURB Feet or Foot (determined by context) FT Filter FILT Fire Protection Jockey Pump RF JOCKEY PUMP First, Second, Third 1st, 2nd, 3rd First Stage Reheat FSRH
, Floor Drain Tank FDT Flow FLO Frequency FREQ Fuel Pool Cooling Pump KF PUMP Refueling Water Storage Tank *FWST r
Gallons Per Minute GPM I Generator GEN Generator Circuit Breaker GCB O Generator Stator Cooling Water Pump KG PUMP Gland Steam Condenser GSC .
Glycol GLY Governor GOV r i Governor Valve G/V G round GND Handling HDLG Header HDR Health Physics HP Heat Exchanger *HX j Heat Ventilation and Air Condition *HVAC Heater HTR Hertz HZ High *HI High Efficiency Particulate Air *HEPA 5
High Pressure HP Hotwell HTWL l Hydrogen lon Concentration PH
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Page 6 of 13 ice Condensar 1/C Inboard I/B i inches of Mercury IN HG Inches of Water IN H 2O l Injection INJ Inlet or inches (determined by context) IN Input / Output l/O Inside INSD instrument INST Instrumentation Computer IKE Interlock INTLK Intermediate Range l/R Inverter INVTR isolation ISOL Current to Voltage Converter I/E CVTR Component Cooling Pump O
v Fuel Pool Cooling Pump KC PUMP KF PUMP Generator Stator Cooling Water Pump KG PUMP Recirculating Cooling Water Pump KR PUMP Vars x 1000 *KVAR Volts x 1000 *KV Watt Hours x 1000 *KWH Watts x 1000 *KW Laundry and Hot Shower Tank LHST Letdown LETDN Level LVL Liquid LIQ Liquid Waste Release No LWR NO Load Center LDCTR Load Frequency Control LFC Locked Closed -
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Page 7 of 13 O Locked Open L/O Loose Parts Monitor LPM Loss of Reactor Coolant LOCA Low *LO Low Pressure L/P Lubrication LUBE Turbine Lube Oil Transfer Pump LT TRANSFER PUMP Main Control Board MCB Main Oil Pump MOP Main Seal Oil Pump MSOP Main Steam Isolation Valve MSIV Main Turbine Oil Tank MTOT Main Vacuum Pump ZM PUMP Manual MAN Maximum MAX O..
Megavar *MVAR Megawatt *MW .
Megawatt Electrical *MWE Megawatt Hour *MWH Megawatt Thermal MWT Mezzanine MEZZ Million Pounds Per Hour MPPH Minimum MIN Minimum Pressurization Temperature MPT Mixing and Settling Tank MST Moderating MDER Moisture Separator Reheater MSRH Motor MTR Motor Control Center *MCC Motor Driven Auxiliary Feedwater Pump Unit 1 CA PUMP 1 A or 1B l Motor Generator *M/G Motor Operated Disconnect
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( l Narrow Range N/R I Negative NEG Net Positive Suction Head NPSH Nil Ductility Temperature *NDT ,
Non-Essential NON-ESS Normal NORM Nuclear Instrumentation N/I l Nuclear Steam Supply System *NSSS l Number *NO i
Number of Pounds (determined by text) #
Boron Thermal Regeneration Demineralizer NR DEMIN Centrifugal Charging Pump Unit 1 NV PUMP 1 A or 18
- Containment Spray Pump NS PUMP
} Reactor Coolant Drain Tank *NCDT 2
Reactor Coolant Pump NC PUMP
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1 Reciprocating Charging Pump Unit 1 NV PUMP NO 1 l Residual Heat Removal Pump ND PUMP j Safety injection Pump
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1 Operations, Operating OPER Orifice ORIF Outboard O/B
- Outside OTSD
} Over Power Differential Temperature
- OPD/T or OP_T 4 Over Speed Trip OST
- Over Temperature Differential Temperature OTD/T or OT_T Oxygen 02 i
- Package PKG Panel PNL Parts Per Billion
- PPB Parts Per Million
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- PSI Pounds Per Square Inch Absolute
- PSIA Pounds Per Square Inch Differential *PSID Pounds Per Square Inch Gauge *PSIG Power PWR Power Circuit Breaker *PCB Power Factor P/F O Power Operated Relief Valve *PORV Power Range P/R Pressu re PRESS Pressurizer PZR Pressurizer Relief Tank *PRT Primary PRI Process Control System PCS Process Radiation Monitor PRM Program PROG Protection PROT Pump PMP Purifier or Purification PURIF Hydrogen lon Concentration PH Radiation Monitor RAD MON Reactor RX O ,
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Reciprocating Charging hump Unit 1 NV PUMP NO 1 Recirculating Cooling Water Pump KR PUMP
! Recirculation RECIRC 4
Reclose Lockout RLO Recorder RCDR Recycle Holdup Tank RHT 4
Recycle Monitor Tank RMT Refrigeration REFRIG i
Ref0eling Water Storage Tank *FWST l Regenerative REGEN-
, Regulator REG j Reheater RHTR j Relief Valve R/V f Required REQD J
Reservoir RES Residual Heat Removal Pump ND PUMP Resistance Temperature Detector *RTD i Return RTN Revolutions per Minute
- RPM Rod Control Cluster Assembly RCCA l Rod Drive Motor Generator RDMG l Rod Position Indication System RPI l Room RM Condenser Circulating Water Pump RC PUMP j Fire Protection Jockey Pump RF JOCKEY PUMP
-l Nuclear Service Water Pump RN PUMP Safety injection S/l Safety injection Pump NI PUMP
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, Page 11 of 13 Second Stage Reheat SSRH f Secondary SEC l Sequencer, Sequence SEQ Service SERV Setpoint STPT Setpoint (use for graphics) SP Shutdown S/D L Shutdown Waste Gas Decay Tank SWGDT Solenoid SOL Solenoid Valve SOL /V Solid State Protection System SSPS Source Range S/R
, Stage STG Standby STDBY l
j Standby Nuclear Service Water Pond SNSWP l Standby Shutdown Facility SSF
{ N Standpipe S/ PIPE
., , Startup S/U l Startup Rate SUR j Steam STM l Steam Generator *S/G I' Steam Generator Blowdown Pump BB PUMP Steam Generator Tube Rupture S/G TR Stop Valve S/V Storage .
STOR l Strainer STRNR i Suction SUCT 1
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] Switchgear *SWGR Switchyard *SWYD Synchronized, Synchronizing
- SYNC System SYS i
Tank (where space does not permit use of TNK) TK
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- Technical Support Center TSC Television TV Temperatu re TEMP Thermal Barrier THERM BAR Thermocouple T/C Th ree-Way 3-Way Throttle Valve T/V Train TRN Transfer XFER Transformer XFMR Transmitter XMTR ,
Trouble TRBL Turbine TURB Turbine Driven T/D Turbine Driven Auxiliary Feedwater Pump Unit 1 CA PUMP NO 1 Turbine Generator T/G Turbine Lube Oil Transfer Pump LT TRANSFER PUMP Turbine Supervisory Instrumentation TSI .
Turning Gear T-G R Turning Gear Oil Pump TGOP Average Temperature *T AVG -
Reactor Coolant Cold Leg Temperature *T-COLD
. Reactor Coolant Hot Leg Temperature *T-HOT Reference Temperture *T-REF Under Voltage UV Upper UPR Upper Head injection UHI Upper Surge Tank *UST Vacuum VAC Vacuum Priming Pump ZP PUMP Vacuum Trip Latch VTL Vah' VLV
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' Valve Position Indication VPI Vars x 1000 KVAR 3
Ventilation VENT Vibration VIB Voltage to Pneumatic Converter E/P CVTR l Volts Alternating Current VAC l
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Volume Control Tank *VCT Waste Drain Tank WDT Waste Evaporator Feed Tank WEFT Waste Gas Decay Tank WGDT Waste Monitor Tank WMT Water WTR Watt Hours x 1000 KWH Watts x 1000 KW j Wide Range W/R t
Crossover XOVER Transfer XFER Transformer XFMR Transmitter XMTR Main Vacuum Pump ZM PUMP Vacuum Priming Pump ZP PUMP i
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Page 1 of 3 CONSTRAINED LANGUAGE LIST Activate Formally institute special activity / function. To place into operation.
Align Place systems or components, for example, valves and breakers, I
in proper positions for accomplishing specified function, j Can Refers to possible response of equipment.
Check Determine present status.
Close For valves, generally involves completely stopping flow, e.g.,
4 Close INC-31 (PZR PWR Relief). For electrical devices, such as breakers, refers to making an electrical connection to supply power.
Complete To accomplish specific procedural requirements.
j Cycle To perform a process which ends where it began.
De-energize Remove power supply.
Depress Refers to pushbutton operation.
4 Determine implies technical knowledge. Make a decision based on operational knowledge.
Drive Movement of reactor control rods, either in or out.
I Energize Supply power.
i Ensure Take necessary/ appropriate actions to guarantee component, a
f reading, etc., is as specified.
Establish Perform actions necessary to meet stated condition.
l Evaluate Appraise the situation. Implies technical knowledge,
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] Faulted The piece of equipment which has recent!y become inoperable.
l l Go Proceed to and remain where specified. In the case of procedures, discontinue use of present procedure and perform i actions of cited procedure.
d if Establishing a prerequisite which must be met before performing 4
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Commence a required program or series of procedures.
Initiate Take actions to begin a process.
inspect Examine or review present condition.
Isolate Remove from service.
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Take action outside the control room. -
Maintain Take appropriate actions to prevent fluctuation / changing. .
Manualiy Operator action which activates a function which is normally initiated Initiate automatically d'ue to plant conditions.
Manually Operator action to activate a Reactor Trip or to stop an '
operating piece of Trip equipment such as a pump.
May Refers to an operation which is possible, but perhaps is not necessary.
Modulate Position a valve to a required ' position by use of controller to establish a required parameter. .
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Nonfaulted An operational component which is redundant to one wnich has malfunctioned.
Notify Inform specified parsonnel. -
Open For valves, generally involves removing barrier to al' low flow, e.g., Open 1NC-31 (PZR PWR Relief). For electrical devices, such as breakers, refers to breaking an electrical connection which removes a power supply.
Per As specified in or by named procedure. Implies that referencing the document is optional. '
Place Physically position a switch to the specified location.
Rack in Place an ehet, al breaker in ' place by physically connecting it to it* % tcci, reo power source.
t Rack out Remow er. ... ;nical breaker from service by physically disconi; acting it from its associated power source.
1 Record Document requested information on form provided.
Refer Use as a supplement. Perform applicable actions of cited procedure and return to the controlling procedure.
Regulate Control or restrict.
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i Rotate Turn a rotary multiposition switch to the required position.
In reference to pump, hand-rotate before energizing.
Secure.; Remove from service. Take appropriate action to prevent return.
i Shall Implies mandatory requirement.
Shift Specifies changing mode of operation.
Sh6uld mplies nonmandatory, preferred, or desired method.
Survey inspect, examine. Complete survey form.
i Suspend Stop actions at that point. Leave system as it stands at that
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I Throttle Place a valve in an intermediate position to restrict flow to t the required amount.
Effect a complete and total immediate shutdown.
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- Ensure Survey Establish Transfer Evaluate Initiate Pump Actions isolate Activate Maintain Shift May Transfer Shall Trip Should Verify Switch Actions Depress Drive Miscellaneous Place Can Rotate Per
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V PUNCTUATION AND USAGE HANDBOOK 1.0 SPELLING Spelling should be accurate.
2.0 PUNCTUATION 2.1 Apostrophe o Use an apostrophe to indicate possession.
For example:
, Foreman's desk.
1-o An apostrophe is used to indicate a contraction. Do not use contractions, such as "can't" or "it's."
o Avoid the use of apostrophes to indicate plurals, especially with acronyms. For example, use ACBs as the plural of ACB.
4 2.2 Brackets
- o Do not use brackets.
1 2.3 Colon o Use a colon to indicate a series or list.
- Fo example:
Ensure the following valves are open:
- a. 1CA-2 (CA Pump Suct From Htwl isol)
- b. 1CA-48 (CA Pump #1 Flow to S/G 1C)
- c. ICA-6 (CA Pump Suct From CACST).
i o Use a colon to indicate ratios or proportions. Avoid the use
{ of ratios, if possible.
1 2.4 Comma o Use a comma to set off an introductory clause or phrase. i For example:
If NCS subcooling margin is less than 50 F, initiate cool-down by dumping steam from the nonfaulted steam generator.
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o Use a comma to separate elements for clarity or emphasis.
For example:
. . . AND go to EP/1/A/5000/01, SAFETY INJECTION, Step D.13.
o Use a comma to separate items in a series.
For example:
i Open breakers #6, 8,10,12, locally.
o' Use a comma to .eparate four or more digits.
For example:
10,000 ppm.
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l o Do not use the dash.
i 2.6 Ellipsis (, . .)
- 't o Do not use the ellipsis.
} 2.7 Exclamation point
- o Do not use the exclamation point.
2.8 Hyphens ( - )
o Avoid use of hyphens. Use a dictionary as a guide for
! determining those words which must appear hyphenated.
o Use hyphens to indicate syllable breaks where a word must be carried over from one line to another. Wherever possible,
- avoid breaking words.
- For example
Check NI Pump indicators for flow.
o Use a hyphen only if it appears in component numbers.
- For example
1CA-38 (CA Pump 1 Disch to S/G 1D isol).
2.9 Italics o Do not use italics.
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2.10 Parentheses o Use parentheses to set off explanatory.or supplementary information.
For example:
Sodium hydroxide (NaOH) o Use 'a single parenthesis after fourth _or fifth-level numbers
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For example:
- 1) or a) o Enclose component nomenclature which follows a component number in parentheses.
2.11 Periods o Use a period to indicate the end of a sentence.
For example: '
Verify Containment Pressure is below 3.0 psig.
o Use a period after initials.
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C L. Flagg o Follow numbers or letters in a list with a period.
For example:
- 1. or a.
o Use a period after major steps which are not followed by substeps.
For example:
Go to EP/0/A/5000/5, NOTIFICATION OF UNUSUAL EVENTS.
o Use a period after the last substep following a major step.
For example:
Verify Reactor Trip:
o All rod bottom lights lit o Neutron flux decreasing. l o Use a period after the last item in a list.
For example:
- a. ICA-2 (CA Pump Suct From Htwl isol)
- b. ICA-48 (CA Pump #1 Flow to S/G 1C)
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- o Use quotation marks to set off annunciator legends.
j o Use a quotation mark to acknowledge specifically reproduced
, material.
For example:
10 CFR 50, Appendix B, states, " Instructions, procedures, or drawings shall include appropriate quantitative or qualitative acceptance criteria for determining that I
important activities have been satisfactorily accomplished."
4 2.14 Semicolon o Avoid the use of semicolons, since they encourage long i sentences.
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EP/1/A/5000/2 o Use slants with units of measure.
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o Use short, well-known words, o Use words familiar to the operator.
o Use words standard to the industry.
o Use specific words.
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For example:
This --- Check every 10 minutes.
I Not this --- Check frequently.
o Do not use contractions, especially negative ones, since negative words are to be underlined for emphasis.
3.2 Sentence Structure l o Use short sentences (20 words or less).
o Use simple sentences. Avoid more than one main idea per sentence. If possible, break a lengthy sentence into two sentences.
o Use direct command statements.
. For example:
- Open Valve AB.
o Begin action steps with action verbs. Objects should follow verbs where possible.
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For example:
j Verify Reactor Trip.
j o Use the same sentence structure for all statements. Use an action verb followed by an object.
l o Use positive statements.
l For example:
This --- Cover container when not in use.
I Not this --- Do not leave container uncovered when not in use .
o State prerequisites prior to an action.
, For example:
Verify lube oil pressure is normal, then start pump.
o Be concise. Avoid words not necessary for clear meaning of the sentence, o Eliminate unnecessary information.
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t If possible, break into simpler sentences.
For example:
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Open AB Valve.
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Close XY Header Valve.
Not this ---
Open AB Valve, increase tank pressure to 1500 psig, and close XY Header Valve.
o Avoid Latin phrases. Use the similar English version. :
o Use command rather than instructional statements.
For example:
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Remove # 3 bolt.
Not this ---
The # 3 bolt must be removed.
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GUIDELINES FOR WORD PROCESSING 1.0 COVER PAGE 1.1 Use Duke Power Company Procedure Preparation Process Record (Form 34731).
1.2 in spaces provided in upper right-hand corner, type the following:
o Procedure number o Change information.
1.3 Place station name in initial capital letters on line provided.
1.4 Place procedure title in all capital letters on line provided.
2.0 TABLE OF CONTENTS 2.1 Place procedure number in the left corner.
2.2 Place page number in the right corner.
2.3 Number pages with i, ii, iii, iv.
2.4 Place procedure title in the center of header box at the top of the v)
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2.6 Place the page heading over right column.
2.7 Organize and type table as shown below:
2.7.1 For Emergency Procedures:
A. Purpose B. Symptoms C. Immediate Actions D. Subsequent Actions Enclosures !
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2.7.2 For Abnormal Procedures:
A. Purpose B. Symptome Case 1. Title C. Immediate Actions D. Subsequent Actions Case 11. Title C. Immediate Actions D. Subsequent Actions Enclosures 3.0 SECTION HEADINGS 3.1 Place section heading at lett margin.
3.2 Type headings as follows:
l A. Purpose l B. Symptoms C. Immediate Actions D. Subsequent Actions Enclosures 4.0 PAGE BREAKS 4.1 Place Table of Contents on a separate page.
4.2 Start C, immediate Actions, on a new page.
4.3 Place each enclosure on a separate page.
4.4 Keep a step and its associated substeps on one page. If page break occurs in the middle of a step, place the complete step on the second page.
4.5 Cautions and notes appear on the same page as the step to which j they pertain.
4.6 Start each case on a separate page.
5.0 SPACING - TABLE OF CONTENTS 5.1 Type TABLE OF CONTENTS on line 13.
5.2 Double-space the following:
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'v) o Before section headings o After section headings.
j 5.3 Triple-space the following:
o After Table of Contents header.
6.0 SPACING - PROCEDURE BODY j 6.1 Single-space within the following:
o A step j o A substep o A note
- o A caution.
6.2 Double-space the following:
o Between substeps o After section heading.
l 6.3 Triple-space the following:
- o Before section headings o Before notes o Before cautions l o After notes *
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o Between major steps 4 o Before END in cases.
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7.2 Place check-off/ initial lines in spaces 9-12.
7.3 Place section letters (A, B, C) in spaces 9-10.
7.4 Place step numbers in spaces 18-19.
7.5 Place period in space 20.
7.6 Place " Action / Expected Response" column margins at 18 and 49.
7.7 Begin typing major steps in space 18.
7.8 Begin typing substeps in space 21.
7.9 Place " Response Not Obtained" column margins at space 55 and 90.
7.10 Place tabs for indentation at 59 and 64.
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'V) 8.0 MARGINS 8.1 Use the following margins: I o Top -
5/8 inch o Left - 3/4-inch, elite space 8 o Right - 3/4 inch, elite space 94 o Bottom - 1 inch.
9.0 CAUTIONS 9.1 Begin typing the caution statement at space 14.
9.2 Type the word CAUTION in capital letters and underline it.
9.3 Triple-space preceding and following the caution.
9.4 Type a caution and its associated step on the same page.
9.5 Enclose the word " caution" with astertsks.
9.6 Type cautions as follows:
CAUTION If Si flow cannot be verified, sumptoms should
,,,,,,,,, be tronitored for AP/1/A/5500/05, INADEQUATE CORE COOLING.
10.0 NOTES 10.1 Begin typing the note statement at space 14.
10.2 Type the word NOTE in capital letters and underline it.
10.3 Triple-space preceding and following the note.
10.4 Type note and its associated step on the same page.
10.5 Type notes as follows:
NOTE The following action will cause the Pressurizer Relief Tank rupture disk to break.
11.0 CAPITALIZATION 11.1 The following appear in all capital letters:
o Procedure titles o Case titles o Subprocedure titles Procedure code (EP, AP)
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11.2 The following appear in initial capital letters:
o Section headings o Major system names
- o System functions o Unique plant equipment o Proper nouns i o Plant conditions o "Tavg," " Reactor Trip," " Turbine Trip" l o Annunciator legends.
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I o Page, number (for example: 1 of 16).
I 13.0 CHECK-OFF/ OPERATOR INITI AL LINES 1
e 13.1 Place check-off/ operator initial lines in the left margin.
l 13.2 Provide check-off/ operator initial lines for each high-level j immediate action and subsequent action step.
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14.1 Number major steps.
a l 14.2 When sequence of actions is important, use lowercase letters
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1 14.3 When actions do not have to be performed in a specific sequence, use bullets with substeps.
I 14.4 For third-level substeps, use a number followed by a single
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15.0 FONT 15.1 Use essay and essay bold (proporational spacing).
15.2 Use unadorned font (no serifs). Letter Gothic (shown below) is an acceptabie font.
i ESSAY AND ESSAY BOLD ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ (Proportional Spacing) abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz l !@#$%ct,*() + []"'?/. , _
i 16.0 FORM USAGE I
16.1 Use form without column headings for the following:
o Table of Contents page o Purpose - symptoms page
) o Enclosure page(s).
4 16.2 Use form with " Action / Expected Response" and " Response Not Obtained" columns for the following:
j o immediate action pages l o Subsequent action pages.
? 17.0 BOLD PRINT
- 17.1 Use bold print for the following
e 1 o Major ste, s
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o Procedure numbers and titles referred to in the body of a procedu re 4
o IF, NOT, THEN, WHEN OR, AND, CAUTION, NOTE o Other words as required for emphasis 1
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