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Jersey Central Power and Light Company BWR -(G.E.)
This meeting was scheduled upon evaluation'of the findings of the RO:I augmented inspection program and related input from all involved Branches. 'Ihis evaluation has reinforced a sense of concern on our part regarding the licensee's management control system which has permitted numerous and recurrent deficiencies. Precipitating factors which culminated with this meeting included the recent power loss, an item directly attributable to the lack of an implemented Quality Assurance Program, and additionally a recent security inspection where RO inspectors gained access to the site virtually unchallenged.
All identified deficiencies point to inadequate taanagement controls.
I felt that frank discussions were held on the part of all participants.
Hopefully, Mr. Kuhns will serve as the catalyst and provide the necessary impetus to initiate needed changes at Oyster Creek. Licensee representatives appeared to be responsive and concerned about the present evaluation of the JCP&L performance. Not withstanding, this same attitude prevailed at a previous meeting held only seven months ago. Subsequent and timely inspection effort will provide the indicators as to implementation and progress. If substantial improvement 1
is not forthcoming I see no recourse except stronger enforcement action.
Significant highlights of this meeting included:
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A licensee presentation of a revamped organization chart providing substantive increases in personnel and numerous promotions in various disciplines including Radiation Protection.
In my judgment, the elevation of D. Reeves to Chief Engineer, is a significant improvement and should alleviate some of the Station Superintendent's workload. Personnel changes must of course be balanced against a concern regarding the time
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necessary to expect people to function effectively in new positions. I intend to pursue individual job responsibility and involved job descriptions, authority, and understanding of Regulatory requirements during the next inspection.
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The licensee reported major changes in the guard force makeup, i
complement, and pay schedules.
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The new organizational chart reflects an active QA group site, and indications from JCP&L (finally) that procedures are being j
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We licensee stated the intent to voluntarily provide corporate involvement at RO inspection exit interview meetings.
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he licensee is preparing a procedure to provide disciplinary action for personnel violations of established Radiation Protection requirements. H is procedure is to be effective,by November 26, 1973.
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The President of JCP&L is establishing a Environmental Group under his direct control.
We licensee was informed of the following:
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RO:I intends to continue with the augmentud inspection program.
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An overall R0 evaluation that JCP&L performance in all areas has been considered poor both at the corporate and on site levels.
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The RO:I position statement that a recommendation for a FTOL l
will not be made without a visible, implemented Quality Assurance j
Program.
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he RO:I position statement that procedural requirements specified in ANS 3.2 and Safety Guide 33 must be met for the FIOL and a
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need for active GPU involvement.
The attached (Enclosure 1) is proprietary information relating to the physical security of the facility which was excluded from the report.
~l E. G. Greenman Reactor Inspector