ML20212A225

Rev 0 to Reactor Control Room Audit Plan for Reactor Control Room Operations

ML20212A225
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Site:	Fermi
Issue date:	07/11/1986
From:	DETROIT EDISON CO.
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Revison 0 Page 2 AUDIT PLAN

• 1.0 PURPOSE The purpose of this audit plan is to evaluate Control Room operations.

Performance of this audit shall be scheduled such that each shift (Days, Evenings, and Nights) will be observed once each week. The audit schedule will not be published, audits will be unannounced.

2.0 SELECTION OF PERSONNEL Initially this audit will be performed by three separate Audit Teams. Each team shall consist of two individuals, a Corporate Manager and an SRO Licensed or Certified individual experienced in nuclear operations and knowledgeable in Fermi 2 procedures. Additionally, this individual will not be an employee or consultant reporting to the Plant Manager.

3.0 PREPARATION 3.1 Review the plan and determine if the plan and checklist require a revision.

3.2 Familiarize yourself with the following Fermi 2 procedures:

POM 12.000.18 "Out of Specification Log" POM 21.000.01 " Shift Operations and Control Room" POM 21.000.02 " Operations Logs and Records" POM 21.000.18 "Out of Specification Log" POM 23.623 " Reactor Manual Control, CRD, and Rod Sequence Control System" POM 51.000.10 " Reactor Engineering Conduct of Operations" POM STUT.000.100

• Master Startup Test Phase Procedure" 3.3 Assemble the Audit Team members and proceed to the Control Room. Each team member shall take the appropriate steps to familiarize themself with the plant status.

This may be done by:

A. Observing Actual Plant / Control board status / annunciators / Equipment Status and Information System (ES & IS).

B. Reviewing Abnormal Line-up sheets (ALS's) and logs -

[Out-of-Specification Log (OSL) (note accumulated LCO times)/ Control Room Nuclear Supervising Operator (CRNSO)/ Temporary Modification / Surveillance]

C. Attending oncoming shift turnover

• This Audit Plan is not intended to meet the guidelines of ANSI N45.2.12 in content or require certification of the team members in accordance with ANSI N45.2.23.

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4.0 PROCEDURE Each item of the checklist may be either acceptable, acceptable with comment, unacceptable, or not applicable (including not observed) for the particular activity being monitored. This will require the team to make a subjective judgement on each checklist j item as to the degree of compliance. General guidance is provided for each checklist item where the item may not be self explanatory.

4 Depending on when the team arrives in the Control Room (beginning, middle or end of

shift) all or only partial completion of the checklist will be possible.

NOTE: Any findings identified during the performance of this audit shall be discussed as soon as possible with the Plant Manager, the Superintendent of Operations, or the Operations Engineer.

4.1 Instructions for Checklist No.1 Conduct of Shift Relief.

The oncoming shift should be fully aware of the plant status and ready to take control of the plant at the time of relief. Relief should not take place until the offgoing Operator is confident that their relief is fully aware of existing conditions. No person shall assume a shift unless they are physically and mentally fit to competently discharge their I responsibilities. In evaluating the adequacy of shift relief, the evaluators should observe the shift during the oncoming and offgoing shift reliefs and ask the following questions:

l Were the logs and panels reviewed?

Was shift relief completed on time and at the proper place?

Was the Shift Relief Checklist properly completed?

Was the plant status thoroughly explained including known problems and unusual conditions?

Were shift personnel briefed of the planned activities for the shift such as major equipment startup and shutdown, testing and maintenance?

Was turnover data consistent, from one shift to the next, and with the logs?

i Acceptable is when the above items are completed as required. Acceptable with comment is when some minor item is overlooked but will in no way effect the safety of the plant or personnel. Unacceptable would be an item if not turned over could potentially cause harm to plant or personnel.

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RCRAP Revison 0 Page 4 4.2 Instructions for Checklist No. 2 is the Control Room and shift adequately staffed?

The minimum acceptance level for Conditions 1,2 or 3 is as follows: One Nuclear Shift Supervisor (NSS), one Nuclear Assistant Shift Supervisor (NASS), two Nuclear Supervising Operators (NSOs), two Nuclear Power Plant Operators (NPPO/NAPPO), and one Shift Technical Advisor (STA), and one Shift Operations Advisor (SOA).

NOTE: Except for the NSS, the shift crew composition may be one less than the minimum requirements for a period of time not to exceed 2 hours2.314815e-5 days <br />5.555556e-4 hours <br />3.306878e-6 weeks <br />7.61e-7 months <br /> in order to accommodate unexpected absence of on-duty shift crew members provided immediate action is taken to restore the shift crew composition. This provision does not permit any shift crew position to be unmanned upon shift change due to an oncoming shift crewman being late or absent During any absence of the NSS from the control room an individual (other than the Shift Technical Advisor) with a valid Senior Operator license shall be designated to assume the Control Room command function.

The minimum acceptance level for Conditions 4 or 5 is as follows: one NSS, one NSO, and one NPPO/NAPPO.

NOTE: During any absence of the NSS from the Control Room an individual with a valid Senior Operator license or Operator license shall be designated to assume the Control Room command function.

Acceptable is when the Control Room is at full staff as required per the applicable Operational Condition. Acceptable with comment will include the occurrences of unexpected absences provided proper action was taken within the required time period.

Unacceptable is the missing of personnel upon shift change, absence of the NSS (or proper replacement where required) from the Control Room, or unmanned positions that exceed the two hour limit.

l 4.3 Instructions for Checklist No. 3 Shift and Control Room staff, who perform safety-related functions are complying with the overtime restrictions.

Acceptable is when the applicable personnel have worked a normal 8-hour day 40-hour l week (excluding shift turnover time). Acceptable with comment is when an individual exceeds the above requirement but does not deviate from the following requirements without proper authorization.

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1. An individual should not be permitted to work more than 16 hours1.851852e-4 days <br />0.00444 hours <br />2.645503e-5 weeks <br />6.088e-6 months <br /> straight, excluding shift turnover time.

2. An individual should not be permitted to work more than 16 hours1.851852e-4 days <br />0.00444 hours <br />2.645503e-5 weeks <br />6.088e-6 months <br /> in any 24-hour period, nor more than 24 hours2.777778e-4 days <br />0.00667 hours <br />3.968254e-5 weeks <br />9.132e-6 months <br /> in any 48-hour period, nor more than 72 hours8.333333e-4 days <br />0.02 hours <br />1.190476e-4 weeks <br />2.7396e-5 months <br /> in any 7 day period, all excluding shift turnover time.  ;

3. A break of at least 8 hours9.259259e-5 days <br />0.00222 hours <br />1.322751e-5 weeks <br />3.044e-6 months <br /> should be allowed between work periods, including shift turnover time.

Unacceptable is when an individual exceeds the above guidelines without authorization by the Plant Manager or his designee (Superintendent - Operations) or higher levels of management. Excessive use of the authorization may also constitute an unacceptable evaluation.

4.4 Instructions for Checklist No. 4 The Environment of the Control Room is Conducive to Good Work Practices.

Acceptable is when:

1. Access to " Control Room", " Horseshoe

• and " Brown Floor Area" is controlled to limit interference, noise, distractions, etc.

2. Lighting is adequate.

3. Control Room equipment is maintained in good working condition.

Acceptable with comment would be as above, but some minor deviation was noted.

Unacceptable would be excessive personnel in the Brown Floor Area causing a delay in an Operator response to an alarm.

4.5 Instructions for Checklist No. 5 Control Rod Position Indication and Control Systems Review the Control Rod Drive (CRD) Problem log. Evaluate entries and their impact on plant operation (ie. Technical Specification required actions). Review Rod Pull Sheets and i spot check with actual positions. Observe status of Rod Worth Minimizer (RWM) and Rod Sequence Control System (RSCS). Verify that required Technical Specification actions are being taken if either is inoperable.

Acceptable is when Technical Specification actions have been taken when required and Rod Pull Sheets agree with actual control rod positions. Unacceptable would be any failure to comply with Technical Specifications or a control rod is found in a position other than specified. Immediately notify the NSS of significant abnormalities observed so that prompt corrective actions may be taken.

RCRAP Revison 0 Page 6 4.6 Instructions for Checklist No. 6 Limiting Conditions for Operations (LCOs).

Systems and equipment placed in a degraded mode allowed by Technical Specifications are required to be logged in the Out-Of-Specification Log. Satisfying the requirement of the ACTION statement of an LCO constitutes compliance with a LCO.

Conditions that exceed those allowed by the LCO and the associated ACTION statement require action to be taken in accordance with paragraph 3.0.3 of Technical Specifications.

In addition, the Operations Engineer or designee and the On-Call Supervisor must be notified. These events also require immediate notification (within 1 hour1.157407e-5 days <br />2.777778e-4 hours <br />1.653439e-6 weeks <br />3.805e-7 months <br />) to be made to the NRC.

Review the Out-of-Spec Log (OSL) entries. Select several entries and verify that:

1. The ACTION statements are being met for active LCOs.

2. The appropriate personnel are aware of the LCOs.

3. Notification has been made where required.

Acceptable is when the above liems are met. Acceptable with comment is when some minor deviation from the above is noted that does not effect an LCO or plant status.

Unacceptable items would included failure to Inform the appropriate personnel, exceeding the LCO and not taking the required actions, etc. (NOTE: A Deviation Event Report should be promptly initiated and reportability determined for all "U" - Unacceptable observations).

4.7 Instructions for Checklist No.7 Control of Shift Testing Activities.

Startup and surveillance testing must be authorized by the NSS or his designee. CRNSOs are required to be aware of testing being conducted and its effect on the plant. Prior to the start of testing the Operator must be informed of the alarms and expected Indications that will result from the testing. All surveillance tests are required to be logged by the CRNSO. Through interview and/or observation evaluate the CRNSOs awareness of testing in progress.

Acceptable is when the Operator is aware of the testing in progress and alarms and indications effected. Acceptable with comment is when some minor deviation is noted.

Unacceptable is when the Operator is not aware of the testing in progress or when the Operator is caught off guard by an alarm or indication caused by the surveillance test.

RCRAP l Revison 0 Page 7 4.8 Instructions for Checklist No. 8 Equipment Status and Information System.

Review the Combination Operating Panels (COP) for Equipment Status and information System (ES & IS) markers (orange and red dots). Select several dots and verify that a corresponding entry has been made in the ES & IS file.

Through interview with the CRNSO verify that:

1. The Operator is aware of the dot and its reason for placement.

2. The reason for placing the dot still exists.

3. Any required actions are being taken.

Acceptable is when the dot is current, the Operator is aware of its purpose and any required actions are being taken. Acceptable with comment is any minor deviation from the above. Unacceptable could be when the status of a dot is incorrect and effects plant safety or review of the COP determines a dot was needed but not placed.

4.9 instructions for Checklist No. 9 Operator Knowledge of Control Operating Panel (COP) Switches and Recorders.

Review the COP switches and recorder charts. All Control Room recorder charts are required to be marked showing time and date at least once per shift. Note any abnormalitics in their position, indication and/or operation. Through an interview evaluate the CRNSOs knowledge of any abnormalities.

Acceptable is when the CRNSO is aware of any switch or recorder abnormalities and evidence is found showing that the recorder charts are being marked once per shift.

Acceptable with comment is any minor deviation from above. Unacceptable is lack of awareness by the CRNSO of any significant switch or chart abnormality.

4.10 Instructions for Checklist No.10 Operator Knowledge and Response to Annunciators and Alarms.

Select several lit annunciators and evaluate the CRNSOs and NASSs knowledge of the reason for the annunciator being lit. Evaluate the Operators response to new alarms.

Response to an annunciator should be in accordance with the Alarm Response Procedure (ARP).

Acceptable is when the Operators show adequate knowledge of lit annunciators and l respond promptly in accordance with the ARP to new alarms. Acceptable with comment is when the Operator has a general idea of why the annunciator is lit but is not sure exactly why. Unacceptable is when the Operator does not know why the annunciator is lit or responds improperly to a new ala.m.

RCRAP Revison 0 Page 8 4.11 Instructions for Checklist No.11 Are planned events and evolutions properly handled?

Acceptable is when the Operator (s) maintains adequate control of routine evolutions (equipment startup/ shutdown, startup testing, surveillance testing, etc.), utilizes the appropriate procedures, informs the appropriate personnel (both prior to and after the evolution takes place), logs the evolution and insures independent verification is performed where required. Acceptable with comment is as above except minor deviations were noted. Unacceptable would be not utilizing a procedure to conduct the evolution or lack of firm control of the evolution by Control Room supervisory personnel.

4.12 Instructions for Checklist No.12 Are unplanned events properly handled?

Acceptable is when the Operator (s) promptly responds to plant indications and take the proper action (s) to control the event. Subsequent required activities include informing the appropriate personnel, logging the event and evaluating the event. Acceptable with comment is as above except minor deviations are noted. Unacceptable is when incorrect action is taken by the Operator causing additional actions to be taken to control the event.

4.13 Instruction for Checklist No.13 All personnel working in the Control Room continuously strive to maintain the appropriate decorum at all times.

Evaluation of this checklist item should include an informal discussion with Control Room personnel.

Acceptable is the determination that the staff possess the following qualities:

Attentiveness, professional attitudes, accountability and physically fit to maintain the high standards expected of their positions. Acceptable with comment will consist of any item which should be noted for management attention. When unacceptable items are identified, management should be notified promptly (as required) of the condition so that any needed correction (s) can be made. Unacceptable is when an Operator appears unable j to perform his assigned duties.

l 4.14 Instructions for Checklist No.14

! Licensed personnel are aware of the present plant conditions and performing their assigned duties.

Through interview and observation, verify that the appropriate personnel (NSS, NASS, and NSO) are performing their duties. Additional shift assignment information may be found on the " Shift Relief Checklist" and Shift Status Board located just outside the NSS's office.

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1. NSS is aware of the present plant / system conditions, and in charge of the total plant activities.

2. NASS is aware of and in charge of Control Room activities.

3. NSOs are observing assigned Control Room duties.

Acceptable with comment is as above with minor observations. Unnacceptable is when a lack of job performance may lead to an unsafe plant condition.

4.15 Instructions for Checklist No.15 Support personnel are aware of present plant conditions and performing their assigned tasks.

Through Interview and observation, verify that the appropriate personnel (Shift Operations Advisor, Shift Technical Advisor and Shift Nuclear Engineer) are performing their duties.

Acceptable is vehen the support personnel demonstrate an understanding of the present plant / system conditions and appear to have a good working relationship with the licensed Control Room staff. Acceptable with comment is as above with minor deviation. Minor deviations could be unavailability of support personnel during plant evolutions, etc.

Unacceptable is when support personnel are uncommunicative and/or unavailable during critical plant evolutions.

4.16 Instructions for Checklist No.16 Strict Attention is Being Paid to the Controls.

The CRNSO and any other NSO, NPPO assigned to specific functions in the Control Room pay strict attention to controls, instrumentation and alarms at all times.

Observe the Operators assigned to specific Control Room activities. Evaluate their attentiveness to the activity.

Acceptable would be when the Operators attention to the activity is enough to give constant status and immediate control of the activity. Acceptable with comment would be as above but some minor deviation was noted yet, the deviation did not put the plant or personnel in an unsafe condition. Unacceptable would be an Operator, assigned to verify control rod motions, walking away from the Reactor Control Panel during pericds of rod motion.

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4.17 Instruction for Checklist No.17 Does the Control Room staff possess and use good oral communication skills.

This checklist item should be evaluated in conjuction with other checklist items. ,

Acceptable is when the staff is using clear and concise oral communication skills during the observation period. Observation should also include the communication with outside organizations (NRC, State and local officials). Acceptable with comment is any deviation from the above. Unacceptable is communication that causes or has a high likelihood of j causing misinterpretation of information. ,

4.18 Instructions for Checklist No.18 Use of Control Room Logs.

Logs shall document significant activities and occurrences. Log information should be useful and shall be legible. Logs shall be periodically reviewed and initialed by management. Shift relief requires review and initialing of the log pages by the oncoming Operator.

Acceptable is when review of the CRNSO and NSS Log shows the above items have been met and that these logs are being maintained current during the course of the shift .

Acceptable with comment is when some minor deviations exist. Unacceptable would be the failure to log a significant activity or event.

4.19 Instructions for Checklist No. 99 Are there any other concerns identified during the audit but are not covered in the plan?

NOTE: Checklist No. 99 is designed to allow the documentation of deficiencies which are not required to be identified by the plan but which were identified during the course of the audit and which are related to the activity under audit. In this way, deficiencies in related tasks may be tracked and findings, if necessary, may be written as part of the audit.

Record the results as "N/A" - Not Applicable if no other concerns viere identified; "A*" -

Acceptable with commented observation if the intent of the related activity is being met, however minor deviations are present; and "U* - Unacceptable if the intent of the related activity is not being met.

4.20 After completion of this audit, the package containing the Checklist and Plan shall be returned to the OA Surveillance Coordinator for review and completion of trend codes, update of the applicable history folders, and input to the OA computer system.

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C/L RESPONSIBLE DISCUSSED NO. ITEM S/N RESULTS ORGANIZATION WITH COMMENTS TREND CODE 1 C c r.duc t of Shift Relief is proper.

l_I_i_l_I_I_I_l_1 2 Tne Control Room and shift is adequately staffed.

l _l _I _I _I __I _I _I _l 3 Overtime assignments are within regulatory and administrative requirements.

l _I _I _I _I _i _I _l _1 4 Tne environment of the Control Room is conducive to good work practices.

l_I_l_I_I_l_I_I_1 5 Control Rod Position Indication and Control Systems are functioning and/or proper compensatory actions have been taken, l_I_i_I_I_I_l_i_1 6 Plant operations are in compliance with applicable Limiting Conditions for Operations.

l_I_I_I_I_l_i_l_1 7 Ccntrol of shift testing activities is being maintained.

l _I _l _i _I _l _l _I _I 8 Equipment Status and Information System is updated as required.

l_I_l_I_I_I_i_l_I 9 Operator knowledge of Combination Operating Panet Switches and Recorders is current.

l_i_i_l_I_i_l_i_I 10 Operator knowledge and response to annunciators and alarms is adequate.

l_I_l_I_I_I_I_i_I 11 Pter.ned events and evolutions are properly handled.

_ l_I_i_I_I_l_l_l_I 12 unplanned events are properly handled.

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REACTOR CONTROL ROOM AUDIT PLAN REV. O C/L RESPONSIBLE DISCUSSEO NO. ITEM S/N RESULTS ORGANIZATION WITH COMMENTS TRENO CODE 13 Personnel in Control Room strive to maintain the appropriate decorum, l_i_I_1_I_1_i_I_I 14 Licensed personnel are aware of plant conditions and performing their assigned duties.

l_I_I_l_1_I_I_l_1 15 Support personnel are aware of plant conditions and performing their assigned duties.

l_l_I_1_i_I_I_i_I 16 Operators pay strict attention to controls, instrumentation and alarms.

Ll_I_l_l_I_I_l_1 17 Control Room staff possesses and uses good communication skills.

l_l_I_I_1_I_I_i_I 16 Control Room logs are current, legible and reviewed as required.

l_I_1_I_1_l_I_I_1 99 Ottier deficiencies identified during this audit but not a part of any other checkItst item.

l_l_l_l_i_l_1_l_l NOTE: An emplanation of each " Acceptable wi th Con. ment " or " Unacceptable" is required. Use a QSR continuation sheet if more space is needed.

Attachment 2 FEINI-2 CDhTPOL POOM AUDIT TEAM Se Audit Teams will be selected frcra the following management and advisor groups:

Detroit Fx31 son Corporate Manaaement Representatives F. E. Agosti, Vice President, thclear Operations B. R. Sylvia, Group Vice President, tbclear Operations G. M. Trahey, Director, tbclear Quality Assurance Technical Advisors The individuals identified below will accompany Detroit Edison Corporate Management during their audit of EF-2 Control Room activities. Wese persons participate in the audits as technical advisors:

F. E. Abrausan Approximately 10 years of htclear Experience during construction, testing, and operation of Fermi 2. Professional responsibilities have included plant operations as a tbclear Shift Supervisor and Assistant Operations Engineer.

!!e currently reports to the VP - tbclear Operations and is directing Fermi 2 simulator training activities. He has an Associate Degree and has empletal the General Electric station ttc] ear Engineer's course for NPs. Ile holds a Senior Reactor Operator License, and has 16 yrs. corwentional power plant operating experience.

R. W. Bovinet Approximately 16 years of nuclear experience during construction and operational phases (NR, Navy tbclear) . Professional responsibilities have included plant operations (U.S. Navy Engineering Watch Supervisor / Prototype Instructor) . He holds a Senior Reactor Op rator licence, completed the General Electric Station Ibclear Engineering Course and is currently an l Instructor at the EF-2 Sirulator.

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CR Audit Team Page 2 Attachment 2 L. Dinunnric Approximately 14 years nuclear experience during operational phase (BWR Shift foreman, !'bclear Engineer, and 'Ihermal Engineer) . Prepared and Adninistered imC License Exams. He has held a Senior Reactor Operator license and is a degreed Ibclear Engineer.

P. A. Tarwacki Approximately 13 years of tbclear experience during construction and operational phases (BWR, Navy !bclear) Professional responsibilities have included plant operations (U.S. Navy Engineering Watch Supervisor / Prototype Instructor) and GE BWR Training. He holds a Senior Reactor Operator license and is a Senior FMclear Training Operations Specialist.

J. J. Wald Approximately 16 years of nuclear experience during construction and operational phases (BWR, NR, Navy tbclear). Professional responsibilities have included plant operations (U.S. Navy Engineering Officer of the Watch),

Peactor Engineering, and 02ality Assurance. He has held a Senior Peactor Operator license and is a degreed Cheaical Engineer.

A. T. Wisniewski Approximately nine (9) years of nuclear experience during construction and operational phases (BWR & PNR). Professional responsibilities include Plant Operations, Peactor Engineering, Training, and Quality Assurance. He has held a Senior Reactor Oprator license, and is a degreed tbclear Engineer.

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