ML20211M562

Forwards Insp Rept 50-331/99-08 on 990712-16 & 0810-12.No Violations Noted.Insp Consisted of Review of Source Term Reduction & Integration of ALARA Into Work Planning & Execution,Calibration & Maint

ML20211M562
Person / Time
Site:	Duane Arnold
Issue date:	09/02/1999
From:	Shear G NRC OFFICE OF INSPECTION & ENFORCEMENT (IE REGION III)
To:	Denise Wilson IES UTILITIES INC., (FORMERLY IOWA ELECTRIC LIGHT
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ML20211M566	List: IR 05000331/1999008 ML20211M562
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50-331-99-08, NUDOCS 9909090144
Download: ML20211M562 (2)

See also: IR 05000331/1999008

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Mr. Dave Wilson .

Vice President, Nuclear

Alliant Tower

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Cedar Rapids, IA 52406-0351 {

SUBJECT: NRC RADIATION PROTECTION INSPECTION REPORT 50-331/99008(DRS)

Dear Mr. Wilson.

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On August 12,1999, the NRC completed a routine inspection of the radiation protection

program at your Duane Amold Energy Center. The results of this inspection were discussed on i

that date with Mr. Van Middlesworth and other members of your staff. The enclosed report

presents the results of this inspection. Based on this inspection, no violations of NRC ,

requirements were identified. )

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The inspection was an examination of activities conducted under your license as they relate to

radiation safety, to compliance with the Commission's rules and regulations, and with the

conditions of your license. Within these areas the inspection consisted of a selective

examination of procedures and representative records, observations of activities and

discussions with personnel. Specifically, the inspection consisted of a review of source term

reduction and integration of the as-low-as-is-reasonably-achievable (ALARA) program into work

planning and execution; calibration, maintenance and operability of area radiation monitors and

portable radiation survey instruments; quality assurance audits and self assessments of the ]

radiation protection program; and a radioactive waste shipment. In addition, an open item from

a previous inspection was reviewed and closed.

The ALARA program and source term reduction efforts were effectively implemented with

health physics staff involved in work planning to ensure that radiation protection concerns were

addressed. The area radiation monitor calibration and maintenance program was adequately

implemented. The portable radiation detection instrument program was effectively

implemented. Personnel involved with area radiation monitors and portable instruments were I

knowledgeable regarding the instrumentation and calibration procedures. Audits and

assessments of the radiation protection program were effective in identifying deficiencies and j

areas where improvements were warranted. The radioactive spent resin waste shipment was

well planned and completed in accordance with NRC and Department of Transportation

requirements.

In accordance with 10 CFR 2.790 of the NRC's " Rules of Practice," a copy of this letter and its

enclosure will be placed in the NRC Public document Room (PDR). i

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We will gladly discuss any question you have concerning this inspection.

Sincerely,

Original /s/ Gary L. Shear

Gary L. Shear, Chief

Plant Support Branch

Docket No. 50-331

License No. DPR-49

Enclosure: Inspection Report 50-331/99008(DRS)

cc w/ encl: E. Pretsch, Executive Vice President -

Energy Delivery, Alliant;

President, IES Utilities, Inc.

G. Van Middlesworth, Plant Manager

K. Peveler, Manager, Regulatory Performarice

State Liaison Officer

Chairperson, Iowa Utilities Board

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