ML20205T384
| ML20205T384 | |
| Person / Time | |
|---|---|
| Site: | Fermi  |
| Issue date: | 04/23/1999 |
| From: | Anton Vegel NRC OFFICE OF INSPECTION & ENFORCEMENT (IE REGION III) |
| To: | Gipson D DETROIT EDISON CO. |
| Shared Package | |
| ML20205T387 | List: |
| References | |
| 50-341-99-03, 50-341-99-3, NUDOCS 9904270242 | |
| Download: ML20205T384 (3) | |
See also: IR 05000341/1999003
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April 23,1999
Mr. D. R. Gipson
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Nuclear Generation
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SUBJECT:
FERMI INSPECTION REPORT 50-341/99003(DRP)
Dear Mr. Gipson:
On April 1,1999, the NRC completed an inspection at your Fermi 2 reactor facility. The
enclosed report presents the results of that inspection.
During this inspection period, we noted that the operation of your facility was conducted in a
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professional and safety-conscious manner. Specifically, we observed prompt and appropriate
response to the increase in off-gas radiation levels by your staff. We also observed appropriate
supervisory oversight of maintenance and surveillance testing activities. In addition, we noted
that you implemented effective radiological control measures and performed these activities in
accordance with approved work instructions.
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We are concerned with the continuing operator errors during routine activities. One operator
error of note involved the failure to follow a surveillance test procedure which caused an
emergency diesel generator output breaker to trip open due to a reverse power condition.
Another operator error involved the improper operation of the centrifuge feed tank agitator which
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caused an inadvertent transfer of radioactive resins and resulted in two members of your staff
receiving a small unexpected dose. Although your staff responded appropriately to prevent an
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overexposure event, the casual factors which resulted in this occurrence appear to be a
recurring problem.
Based on the results of this inspection, the NRC has determined that two violations of NRC
requirements occurred. These violations are being treated as Non-Cited Violations (NCVs),
consistent with Appendix C of the Enforcement Policy. These NCVs are described in the
subject inspection report. If you contest the violation or severity level of these NCVs, you should
provide a response within 30 days of the date of this inspection report, with the basis for your
denial, to the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, ATTN: Document Control Desk, Washington DC
20555-0001, with copies to the Regional Administrator, Region lil, and the Director, Office of
Enforcement, United States Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Washington, DC 20555-0001.
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In accordance with 10.CFR 2.790 of the NRC's " Rules of Practice," a copy of this letter, its
enclosure, and your response, if you choose to provide one, will be placed in the NRC Public
Document Room.
Sincerely,
Original signed by
Anton Vedel, Chief
Reactor Projects Branch 6
Docket No.70-341
License No.' NPF-43
Enclosure:
Inspection Report 50-341/99003(DRP)
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