ML20247K030
| ML20247K030 | |
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| Site: | Arkansas Nuclear  |
| Issue date: | 05/08/1998 |
| From: | NRC OFFICE OF INSPECTION & ENFORCEMENT (IE REGION IV) |
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| ML20247K023 | List: |
| References | |
| 50-313-98-14, 50-368-98-14, NUDOCS 9805220003 | |
| Download: ML20247K030 (11) | |
See also: IR 05000313/1998014
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ENCLOSURE 2
U.S. NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION
REGION IV
Docket Nos.:
50-313
50-368
License Nos.:
NPF-6
Report No.:
50-313/98-14
50-368/98-14
Licensee:
Entergy Operations, Inc.
Facility:
Arkansas Nuclear One, Units 1 and 2
Location:
Junction of Hwy. 64W and Hwy. 333 South
Russellville, Arkansas
Dates:
April 27 through May 1,1998
Inspector:
D. Schaefer, Security Specialist, Plant Support Branch
Approved By:
Blaine Murray, Chief, Plant Support Branch
Division of Reactor Safety
Attachment:
Supplemental Information
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Arkansas Nuclear One, Units 1 and 2
NRC Inspection Report 50-313/98-14; 50-368/98-14
This was an announced inspection of the licensee's physical security program. The areas
inspected included access authorization; alarm stations; communications; access control of
personnel, packages and vehicles; assessment aids; security program plans and procedures;
security event loge; management support; security program audits; and miscellaneous security
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and safeguards isuues.
Plant Support
Performance in the physical security area remained very good with'no overall trend; one
violation was identified with the security alarm system. Alarm stations were redundant.
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and well protected. Very good radio and telephone communication systems were
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maintained. A very good program for searching personnel, packages, and vehicles was
maintained. Assessment aids provided a high quality and complete assessment of the
perimeter detection zones. Changes to security programs and plans were reported
within the required time frame. A very good security event reporting program was in
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place, Senior management support for the security organization was very good. The
annual audit of the security program was adequate, (Sections S1.2, S1.3, S1.4, S2.1,
S3.1, S3.2, S6.1, and S7.1)
Background investigation screening files were complete and thorough. A very good
program had been established for denying, revoking, and appealing unescorted access
authorization. (Section S1,1)
A violation was identified involving the licensee's failure to provide an audible feature for
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one of the security alarm systems. Only a visual alarm signal had been provided.
(Section S1.2)
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Report Details
IV. Plant Suppo.d
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Conduct of Security and Safeguards Activities
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Access Authorization
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Insoection Scoce (81700-02.01)
The Access Authorization Program was inspected to determine compliance with the
requirements of the security plan and Regulatory Guide 5.66. The areas inspected
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included the review of background investigation files for individuals presently granted
unescorted access and for individuals that had been denied unescorted access. Seven
background investigation files were reviewed.
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Observations and Findinas
The inspector reviewed records and conducted interviews to determine the adequacy of
the program. The inspector also reviewed information concerning the licensee's
verification of identity, employment history, educational history, credit history, criminal
history, military service, and the character and reputation of the applicants before
granting individuals unescorted access to protected and vital areas.
Two of the seven background investigation files had resulted in denial of access. The
files were complete and thorough. The licensee's program for denying or revoking
unescorted access authorization was very good. The inspector reviewed the rationale
used by the licensee in its decision for denial. The persons denied accesses were
notified of the denial of access and of their right to review and reply to anything in the
records used as a reason for the access denial. These persons were also provided with
information on the appeal process that was available to them.
During the exit meeting on May 1,1998, the inspector identified that the licensee had
initiated the following improvements in the access authorization program:
The security questionnaire, completed by all applicants seeking unescorted plant
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access, had been expanded to include a new criminal history form. The new
history form provided a stronger basis for evaluating the trustworthiness of all
applicants.
Implementation of an Adjudication Matrix for the adjudication of criminal history
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information. This new matrix provided a consistent basis for denial of unescorted
access authorization.
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c.
Conclusions
Background investigation screening files were complete and thorough. A very good
program had been established for denying, revoking, and appealing unescorted access
authorization. Recent improvements in the access authorization program provided a
stronger basis for evaluating the trustworthiness of applicants and also provided a more
consistent basis for denial of unescorted access authorization.
S1.2 Alarm stations
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a.
Insoection Scoon (81700-02.01)
The alarm stations were inspected to determine comphance with the requirements of the
security plan. The areas inspected included the requirements and capabilities of the
alarm stations, redundancy and diversity of stations, protection of the alarm stations, and
systems security.
b.
Observations and Findinas
The inspector verified the redundancy and diversity of the alarm stations. Action by one
alarm station operator could not reduce the effectiveness of the security systems without
the knowledge of the other alarm station operators. The central alarm station and
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secondary alarm station were bullet resistant. The inspector questioned the station
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operators and determined that they were properly trained and knowledgeable of their
duties.
License Condition 2.c(4) (Units 1 and 2) of the licensee's facility operating licenses
requires, in part, that the licensee fully implement and maintain in effect all provisions of
the Commission-approved physical security plan, including amendments made pursuant
to the authority of 10 CFR 50.54(p) and 10 CFR 50.90.
Section 3.2.1.4 of the licensee's industrial Security Plan requires, in part, that the
licensee's intrusion detection system provides an audible and visible alarm signal upon
recognizing that an unauthorized access attempt is made using an invalid key card in a
card reader,
On April 30,1998, the inspector determined that the licensee's intrusion detection system
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failed to provide an audible alarm signal upon recognizing that an individual had used an
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invalid key card in an attempt to enter security card reader door No. 502. The intrusion
detection system had provided only a visible alarm signal. The licensee stated that the
original design of this portion of the intrusion detection system had not included an
audible alarm.
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The failure of the intrusion alarm system to provide an audible signal upon recognizing
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that an unauthorized access attempt had been made in a card reader door, using an
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invalid key card, is a violation of Section 3.2.1.4 of the industrial security plan.
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(50-313/9814-01;50-368/9814-01)
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c.
Conclusions
The alarm stations were redund?nt and well protected. Alarm station operators were
alert and well trained. A violation was identified involving the failure of the intrusion alarm
system to provide an audible alarm signal upon recognizing that an unauthorized
individual had used an invalid key card in a security card reader door. Only a visual
alarm signal had been provided.
S1.3 Communications
a.
Insoection Scooe (81700-02.01)
The communication capabilities were inspected to determine compliance with the
requirements of the security plan. The areas inspected included the operability of radio
and telephone systems and the capability to effectively communicate with the local law
enforcement agencies through both of the systems.
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Observations and Findinas
The inspector verified that the licensee had very good radio and telephone systems
capable of meeting all communication requirements of the security organization. The
licensee maintained an adequate number of portable radios for use by members of the
security organization. The licensee also had a maintenance program to insure that the
batteries for the portable radios remained at maximum operating power.
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Conclusions
Very good radio and telephone communication systems were maintained. An adequate
number of portable radios was available for members of the security organization.
S1.4 Protected Area Access Control of Personnel. Packaaes and Vehicles
a.
Insoection Scoce (81700-02.01)
The access control program for personnel, packages and vehicles was inspected to
determine compliance with the requirements of the security plan.
b.
Observations and Findinas
The inspector determined through observations at the main and secondary guard
stations and at the vehicle sallyport that the licensee properly controlled access of
personnel, packages, and vehicles to the protected area. The protected area access
control equipment was inspected and found to be functional and well maintained. The
inspector also observed use of the X-ray machine and search of packages and material.
The operators were efficient and well trained.
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Conclusions
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A very good prograni for searching personnel, packages and vehicles was maintained.
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Status of Security Facilities and Ecujoment
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S2.1
Assessment Aids
a.
Insoection Scooe (81700-02.02)
The inspector reviewed the assessment aids to determine compliance with the physical
security plan. The areas inspected included the closed-circuit television monitors located
in the alarm stations.
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Observations and Findings
The inspector observed the assessment aids during the hours of daylight from
April 29-30,1998, and determined that the licensee overall assessment aids system was
very good. The inspector verified through observation that the fixed closed-circuit
television cameras were positioned to ensure proper coverage of the perimeter security
alarm zones. Without exception, the camera resolution was very good. The inspector
determined through interviews that licensee technicians provided excellent service
support.
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Conclusions
Assessment aids provided a high quality and complete assessment of the perimeter
detection zones.
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Security and Safeguards Procedures and Documentation
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S3.1
Security Program Plans and Procedures
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a.
Insoection Scoce (81700-02.03)
The physical security plan and the implementing procedures were inspected to
determine compliance with the requirements of 10 CFR 50.54(p) and the physical
security plan.
b.
Observations and Findings
The inspector determined that previous plan changes were submitted within the required
time frame and changes submitted did not reduce the effectiveness of the plan. The
inspector reviewed four implementing procedures for adequacy, ensured that the
licensee maintained an effective management system for the development and
administration of procedures and that changes to the procedures did not reduce the
effectiveness of the licensee's security program.
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Conclusions
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Changes to security programs and plans were reported within the required time frame.
Overall, implementing procedures met the performance requirements in the physical
security plan.
S3.2 Security Event Loos
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Insoection Scooe (81700-02.03)
The inspector reviewed safeguards event logs and security incident reports to determine
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compliance with the requirements of 10 CFR 73.21(b) and (c),10 CFR 26.73, and the
physical security plan,
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Observations and Findinas
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The inspector reviewed the Safeguards Event Logs from December 1,1997 through
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April 22,1998. The records were available for review and maintained for the time
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required by regulations. The inspector determined that the licensee conformed to the
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regulatory requirements regarding the reporting of security events. The inspector also
reviewed five Security incident Reports. The logs and supporting reports were accurate,
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neat, and contained sufficient detail for the reviewer to determine deportability and
corrective action taken. The licensee's records included trending and analysis of events.
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Conclusions
A very good security event reporting program was in place. The security staff was
correctly reporting security events. The security incident reports were accurate and neat.
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Security Organization and Administration
S6.1
Manaaement Suooort
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Insoection Scooe (81700-02.06)
The effectiveness and adequacy of management support were inspected to determine
the degree of management support for the physical security program.
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Observations and Findinos
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The inspector determined by discussions with security force personnel that the security
program received very good support from senior management. The inspector
determined that the security program was implemented by a trained and qualified
security staff. All members of the security organization had a clear understanding of their
duties and responsibilities.
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c.
Conclusions
Senior management support for the security organization was very good. The security
program was implemented by a trained and qualified staff.
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Quality Assurance in Security and Safeguards Activities
S7.1
Security Proaram Audits
a.
Insoection Scooe (81700-02.07)
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The audits of the security program were inspected to determine compliance with the
requirements of 10 CFR 50.54(p) and the physical security plan.
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Observations and Findinas
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The inspector verified that security program audits, access authorization, and
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fitness-for-duty audits had been conducted at least every 12 months. The inspector
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reviewed the two security and access authorization / fitness-for-duty audits listed in the
attachment. The inspector interviewed audit personnel and confirmed that they were
independent of plant security management and plant security management supervision.
The inspector determined that the audit of the Security Plan and Contingency Plan,
reviewed the multiple areas of the overall security program.
During the exit meeting, the inspector stated that while the conduct of the annual security
audit was adequate, there were several areas of the annual security program audit that
were compliance-based versus performance-based.
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The annual audit of the security program was adequate, but would have been
considered more effective had it been more performance based.
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Miscellaneous Security and Safeguards issues (92700)
S8.1
Information Notice 98-05: Criminal Historv Record Information
Information Notice 98-05, dated February 11,1998, was issued to alert licensees to a
recent clarification of the legal constraints associated with Criminal History Record
information from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). Speci#ically, the FBI has
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reiterated its position that this information provided by the FBI to the NRC and its
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licensees may not be released to third parties, such as contractors.
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During this inspection, the licensee indicated that they had received this Notice and had
reviewed it for applicability. Additionally, the inspector reviewed the licensee's corporate
security department instruction CS-DI-04," Processing of Criminal History Record
Information," Revision 0, which included information contained in the information notice.
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V. Management Meetinas
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Exit Meeting Summary
The inspector presented the inspection results to members of licensee management at
the conclusion of the inspection on May 1,1998. The licensee acknowledged the
findings presented.
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ATTACHMENT
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
PARTIAL LIST OF PERSONS CONTACTED
Licensee
C. Anderson, Plant Manager, Unit 2
G. Ashley, Licensing Supervisor
D. Barnhouse, Security Supervisor
H. Cooper, Manager, Corporate Security
M. Cooper, Licensing Specialist
R. Dawdy, Security Coordinator, Corporate Security
D. Denton, Director, Support
K. Jeffery, Security Coordinator
D. Fowler, Supervisor, Quality Assurance
M. Higgins, Supervisor, Security Operations
R. Hutchinson, Vice President
D. James, Acting Director, Nuclear Safety
K. Tate, Supervisor, Security Access Authorization
J. Vandergriff, Director, Quality
P. Weaver, Quality Assurance
T. Weir, Manager, Site Business Services
H. Williams Jr., Superintendent, Plant Security
Contractor
K. Hubbard, Manager, Wackenhut Security
S. Graves, Security Shift Commander, Wackenhut Security
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K. Kennedy, Senior Resident inspector
INSPECTION PROCEDURES USED
Physical Security Program for Power Reactors
Onsite Followup of Written Reports of Non Routine Events at Power Reactor
Facilities
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LIST OF ITEMS OPENED, CLOSED AND DISCUSSED
ltems Ooened
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Failure of the intrusion Detection System to Provide an Audible
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items Closed
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items Discussed
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LIST OF DOCUMENTS REVIEWED
Safeguards Event Logs from December 1,1997 through April 22,1998, plus the 24-Hour
Quarterly Log from January 1 through April 27,1998
Background investigation records for five individuals granted and for two additional individuals
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denied unescorted access authorization
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Audit / Surveillance Reports
Quality Assurance Audit QAP-23-98-Security, dated March 18,1998
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Quality Assurance Audit QAP-7-97-Fitness for Duty and Access Authorization, dated September
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Imolementina Procedures
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Arkansas Nuclear One Procedure 1043.002, " Access Control," Revision 51
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Arkansas Nuclear One Procedure 1043 003, " Guard Screening, Responsibilities and Duties,"
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Revision 30
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Arkansas Nuclear One Procedure 1043.012, " Functional Test of Gates and Doors," Revision 22
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' Arkansas Nuclear One Procedure 1043.014 " Patrols and inspections," Revision 23
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