ML21004A236
| ML21004A236 | |
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| Site: | Harris  |
| Issue date: | 01/04/2021 |
| From: | Progress Energy Carolinas |
| To: | NRC/RGN-II |
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ML21004A236 ANSWER KEY REPORT for 2020 NRC SRO WRITTEN EXAM FINAL Test Form: 0 Answers
- ID Points Type 0 1 2020 NRC RO 28 1.00 MCS B 2 2020 NRC RO 29 1.00 MCS B 3 2020 NRC RO 30 1.00 MCS B 4 2020 NRC RO 31 1.00 MCS A 5 2020 NRC RO 32 1.00 MCS D 6 2020 NRC RO 33 1.00 MCS A 7 2020 NRC RO 34 1.00 MCS B 8 2020 NRC RO 35 1.00 MCS B 9 2020 NRC RO 36 1.00 MCS B 10 2020 NRC RO 37 1.00 MCS B 11 2020 NRC RO 38 1.00 MCS A 12 2020 NRC RO 39 1.00 MCS B 13 2020 NRC RO 40 1.00 MCS B 14 2020 NRC RO 41 1.00 MCS B 15 2020 NRC RO 42 1.00 MCS D 16 2020 NRC RO 43 1.00 MCS C 17 2020 NRC RO 44 1.00 MCS D 18 2020 NRC RO 45 1.00 MCS B 19 2020 NRC RO 46 1.00 MCS B 20 2020 NRC RO 47 1.00 MCS D 21 2020 NRC RO 48 1.00 MCS C 22 2020 NRC RO 49 1.00 MCS C 23 2020 NRC RO 50 1.00 MCS C 24 2020 NRC RO 51 1.00 MCS A 25 2020 NRC RO 52 1.00 MCS B 26 2020 NRC RO 53 1.00 MCS B 27 2020 NRC RO 54 1.00 MCS C 28 2020 NRC RO 55 1.00 MCS C 29 2020 NRC RO 19 1.00 MCS A 30 2020 NRC RO 20 1.00 MCS D 31 2020 NRC RO 21 1.00 MCS D 32 2020 NRC RO 22 1.00 MCS A 33 2020 NRC RO 23 1.00 MCS B 34 2020 NRC RO 24 1.00 MCS C 35 2020 NRC RO 25 1.00 MCS C 36 2020 NRC RO 26 1.00 MCS D 37 2020 NRC RO 27 1.00 MCS D 38 2020 NRC RO 1 1.00 MCS C 39 2020 NRC RO 2 1.00 MCS C 40 2020 NRC RO 3 1.00 MCS A 41 2020 NRC RO 4 1.00 MCS A 42 2020 NRC RO 5 1.00 MCS A 43 2020 NRC RO 6 1.00 MCS A 44 2020 NRC RO 7 1.00 MCS C 45 2020 NRC RO 8 1.00 MCS D 46 2020 NRC RO 9 1.00 MCS B 47 2020 NRC RO 10 1.00 MCS B Wednesday, November 11, 2020 1:15:27 PM 1
ANSWER KEY REPORT for 2020 NRC SRO WRITTEN EXAM FINAL Test Form: 0 Answers
- ID Points Type 0 48 2020 NRC RO 11 1.00 MCS D 49 2020 NRC RO 12 1.00 MCS A 50 2020 NRC RO 13 1.00 MCS B 51 2020 NRC RO 14 1.00 MCS C 52 2020 NRC RO 15 1.00 MCS A 53 2020 NRC RO 16 1.00 MCS A 54 2020 NRC RO 17 1.00 MCS C 55 2020 NRC RO 18 1.00 MCS C 56 2020 NRC RO 56 1.00 MCS A 57 2020 NRC RO 57 1.00 MCS B 58 2020 NRC RO 58 1.00 MCS D 59 2020 NRC RO 59 1.00 MCS B 60 2020 NRC RO 60 1.00 MCS B 61 2020 NRC RO 61 1.00 MCS A 62 2020 NRC RO 62 1.00 MCS B 63 2020 NRC RO 63 1.00 MCS A 64 2020 NRC RO 64 1.00 MCS B 65 2020 NRC RO 65 1.00 MCS C 66 2020 NRC RO 66 1.00 MCS B 67 2020 NRC RO 67 1.00 MCS A 68 2020 NRC RO 68 1.00 MCS D 69 2020 NRC RO 69 1.00 MCS A 70 2020 NRC RO 70 1.00 MCS D 71 2020 NRC RO 71 1.00 MCS C 72 2020 NRC RO 72 1.00 MCS B 73 2020 NRC RO 73 1.00 MCS B 74 2020 NRC RO 74 1.00 MCS A 75 2020 NRC RO 75 1.00 MCS B 76 2020 NRC SRO 1 1.00 MCS B 77 2020 NRC SRO 2 1.00 MCS B 78 2020 NRC SRO 3 1.00 MCS A 79 2020 NRC SRO 4 1.00 MCS C 80 2020 NRC SRO 5 1.00 MCS C 81 2020 NRC SRO 6 1.00 MCS A 82 2020 NRC SRO 7 1.00 MCS B 83 2020 NRC SRO 8 1.00 MCS D 84 2020 NRC SRO 9 1.00 MCS B 85 2020 NRC SRO 10 1.00 MCS C 86 2020 NRC SRO 11 1.00 MCS D 87 2020 NRC SRO 12 1.00 MCS D 88 2020 NRC SRO 13 1.00 MCS C 89 2020 NRC SRO 14 1.00 MCS B 90 2020 NRC SRO 15 1.00 MCS B 91 2020 NRC SRO 16 1.00 MCS B 92 2020 NRC SRO 17 1.00 MCS C 93 2020 NRC SRO 18 1.00 MCS B 94 2020 NRC SRO 19 1.00 MCS A Wednesday, November 11, 2020 1:15:27 PM 2
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- ID Points Type 0 95 2020 NRC SRO 20 1.00 MCS B 96 2020 NRC SRO 21 1.00 MCS C 97 2020 NRC SRO 22 1.00 MCS A 98 2020 NRC SRO 23 1.00 MCS B 99 2020 NRC SRO 24 1.00 MCS D 100 2020 NRC SRO 25 1.00 MCS B Wednesday, November 11, 2020 1:15:28 PM 3
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- 1. Given the following plant conditions:
- The unit is in Mode 3
- ALB-007-4-2, VCT HIGH-LOW PRESS, has alarmed
- Actual VCT pressure is 15 psig Which ONE of the following completes the statement below?
If VCT pressure continues to lower, RCP #1 Seal Leakoff flow will (1) and RCP #2 Seal Leakoff flow will (2) .
A. (1) rise (2) rise B. (1) rise (2) lower C. (1) lower (2) rise D. (1) lower (2) lower Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:16 PM 1 Rev FINAL
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- 2. Given the following plant conditions:
- The unit is operating at 100% power
- Control Rods are in MANUAL Subsequently:
- A DEH System malfunction causes a load rejection of approximately 50 MWe Which ONE of the following completes the statements below regarding the INITIAL effect on Pressurizer pressure and Charging flow?
Pressurizer pressure will (1) .
Charging flow will (2) .
A. (1) rise (2) rise B. (1) rise (2) lower C. (1) lower (2) rise D. (1) lower (2) lower Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:16 PM 2 Rev FINAL
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- 3. Which ONE of the following completes the statements below?
1RH-1, RCS Loop A to RHR Pump A-SA, is powered from 480V MCC (1) .
In Mode 1, the supply breaker to 1RH-1 is (2) .
A. (1) 1B21-SB (2) ON B. (1) 1B21-SB (2) OFF C. (1) 1B35-SB (2) ON D. (1) 1B35-SB (2) OFF Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:16 PM 3 Rev FINAL
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- 4. With the unit operating at 100% power, which ONE of the following identifies valves that will automatically re-position upon receipt of a Safety Injection signal?
A. CSIP normal miniflow isolation valves (1CS-182/196/210/214)
B. TDAFW pump flow control valves (1AF-129/130/131)
C. SI accumulator discharge valves (1SI-246/247/248)
D. RWST to RHR pump suction valves (1SI-322/323)
Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:16 PM 4 Rev FINAL
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- 5. Given the following plant conditions:
- ALB-009-8-1, Pressurizer Relief Tank High-Low Level Press Or Temp, alarms due to a high temperature condition Which ONE of the following describes how the PRT is cooled in accordance with APP-ALB-009-8-1 and OP-100, Reactor Coolant System?
(Assume a rapid cooldown is NOT required)
A. Drain the PRT to the Reactor Coolant Drain Tank while making up to the PRT from the Demineralized Water Storage Tank.
B. Drain the PRT to the Reactor Coolant Drain Tank while making up to the PRT from the Reactor Makeup Water Storage Tank.
C. Recirculate the PRT through the Reactor Coolant Drain Tank heat exchanger using Service Water to cool the heat exchanger.
D. Recirculate the PRT through the Reactor Coolant Drain Tank heat exchanger using Component Cooling Water to cool the heat exchanger.
Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:16 PM 5 Rev FINAL
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- 6. Which ONE of the following completes the statements below?
In accordance with OP-145, Component Cooling Water, the NORMAL source of makeup to the Component Cooling Water (CCW) System is (1) Water.
Makeup from this source will be initiated (2) .
A. (1) Demineralized (2) from the MCB B. (1) Demineralized (2) via local field actions C. (1) Reactor Makeup (2) from the MCB D. (1) Reactor Makeup (2) via local field actions Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:16 PM 6 Rev FINAL
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- 7. Given the following plant conditions:
- The unit is operating at 75% power
- ALB-005-1-2A, RCP Therm Bar Hdr High Flow, is in alarm Which ONE of the following completes the statements below?
1CC-252, CCW Return Isolation from RCP Thermal Barriers Flow Control, will shut if CCW flow rises to a MINIMUM of (1) gpm.
With 1CC-252 shut, RCP operational limits (2) be exceeded.
A. (1) 198 (2) will B. (1) 198 (2) will NOT C. (1) 245 (2) will D. (1) 245 (2) will NOT Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:16 PM 7 Rev FINAL
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- 8. Which ONE of the following completes the statements below regarding PORV testing IAW OST-1117, Pressurizer PORV Operability Quarterly Interval Modes 3 - 6?
When Pressurizer pressure begins to lower from Normal Operating Pressure, the Group 'C' heaters will FIRST receive a "full on" signal when Pressurizer pressure reaches (1) psig The PRT rupture discs will blow when PRT pressure reaches a MINIMUM of (2) psig.
A. (1) 2220 (2) 50 B. (1) 2220 (2) 100 C. (1) 2210 (2) 50 D. (1) 2210 (2) 100 Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:16 PM 8 Rev FINAL
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- 9. Given the following plant conditions:
- The unit is operating at 100% power Subsequently:
- Pressurizer Spray Valve, 1RC-103, begins to slowly fail open Which ONE of the following completes the statements below?
An (1) turbine runback will occur.
The SETPOINT for this runback is T within (2) % of the Reactor trip setpoint.
(Assume NO operator action)
A. (1) Overtemperature T (OTT)
(2) 1.9 B. (1) Overtemperature T (OTT)
(2) 3 C. (1) Overpower T (OPT)
(2) 1.9 D. (1) Overpower T (OPT)
(2) 3 Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:16 PM 9 Rev FINAL
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- 10. Given the following plant conditions:
- Reactor power is 7%
- A plant startup is in progress in accordance with GP-005, Power Operation (Mode 2 to Mode 1)
Subsequently:
- Instrument Bus S-I de-energizes Given the above plant conditions, which ONE of the following will result in a Reactor trip signal being generated?
A. LT-461, PRZ Level Channel III, fails high B. LT-496, 'C' SG Level Channel III, fails low C. PT-457, PRZ Pressure Channel III, fails low D. A and C Aux buses are crosstied and breaker 107, Aux Bus A supply, fails open Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:16 PM 10 Rev FINAL
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- 11. Given the following plant conditions:
- The unit is operating at 100% power Subsequently:
- An inadvertent actuation of Train 'B' Safety Injection occurs Which ONE of the following completes the statement below?
(1) will trip AND the Main Feedwater Regulating Valves will (2) .
A. (1) BOTH Main Feedwater Pumps (2) SHUT B. (1) BOTH Main Feedwater Pumps (2) OPEN C. (1) ONLY the 'B' Main Feedwater Pump (2) SHUT D. (1) ONLY the 'B' Main Feedwater Pump (2) OPEN Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:16 PM 11 Rev FINAL
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- 12. Given the following plant conditions:
- The unit is operating at 100% power
- Instrument Bus SIII is de-energized and actions are being taken in accordance with AOP-024, Loss of Uninterruptible Power Supply Subsequently:
- PT-953, Containment Pressure Channel IV, fails high Which ONE of the following identifies the effect on the Safety Injection (SI) and Containment Spray Actuation Signal (CSAS) systems?
SI CSAS A. NOT Actuated NOT Actuated B. Actuated NOT Actuated C. NOT Actuated Actuated D. Actuated Actuated Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:16 PM 12 Rev FINAL
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- 13. Given the following plant conditions:
- The unit is operating at 100% power
- S-2B-SB, Primary Shield Cooling Fan, is in operation Subsequently:
- ALB-027-5-5, Reactor Primary Shield Clg Fans S2 Low-Flow-O/L, alarms The S-2B-SB control switch indications are as follows:
Which ONE of the following completes the statement below?
The S-2B-SB control switch indicates the alarm was received due to actuation of the (1) AND S-2A-SA, Primary Shield Cooling Fan, (2) .
A. (1) thermal overload device (2) will start automatically B. (1) thermal overload device (2) must be manually started C. (1) low flow switch (2) will start automatically D. (1) low flow switch (2) must be manually started Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:16 PM 13 Rev FINAL
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- 14. Given the following plant conditions:
- A LOCA occurred
- The crew has transitioned EOP-ES-1.3, Transfer to Cold Leg Recirculation
- Both trains of Safety Injection and Containment Spray are aligned for recirculation Which ONE of the following completes the statements below?
A MINIMUM of (1) inches Containment (CNMT) wide range sump level assures a long term recirculation suction source.
In accordance with EOP-ES-1.3, the PREFERRED method for raising CNMT sump inventory is to re-align one of the running (2) suction back to the RWST.
A. (1) 142 (2) CSIPs B. (1) 142 (2) CNMT Spray Pumps C. (1) 196 (2) CSIPs D. (1) 196 (2) CNMT Spray Pumps Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:16 PM 14 Rev FINAL
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- 15. Given the following plant conditions:
- The unit is operating at 100% power
- 'A' Containment Spray Pump is running on recirculation per OST-1118, Containment Spray Operability Train A Quarterly Interval Modes 1-4 Subsequently:
- A LOCA occurs
- Containment pressure rises to 7.5 psig Which ONE of the following identifies the positions of 1CT-24, Containment Spray Eductor Test, and 1CT-50, Containment Spray Pump 1A-SA Discharge Valve?
1CT-24 1CT-50 A. OPEN OPEN B. OPEN SHUT C. SHUT OPEN D. SHUT SHUT Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:16 PM 15 Rev FINAL
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- 16. Given the following plant conditions:
- The unit is operating at 100% power
- A Main Steam line rupture in the Turbine Building has occurred
- The crew has manually tripped the Reactor Which ONE of the following completes the statement below?
The Turbine Ventilating valves (1GS-97, 1GS-98) are expected to (1) AND the MSR Non-Return valves (1HD-2, 1HD-3, 1HD-302, 1HD-303) are expected to (2) .
Valve Noun Name:
Turbine Ventilating valves 1GS-97, HP Turbine Vent to Cond (FCV-01TA-0415B) 1GS-98, HP Turbine Vent to Cond (FCV-01TA-0415A)
MSR Non-Return valves 1HD-2, MSR 1A-NNS Outlet to MSDT 1A-NNS 1HD-3, MSRDT 1A-NNS Outlet to 5-1A-NNS 1HD-302, MSR 1B-NNS Outlet to MSDT 1B-NNS 1HD-303, MSRDT 1B-NNS Outlet to 5-1B-NNS A. (1) SHUT (2) SHUT B. (1) SHUT (2) OPEN C. (1) OPEN (2) SHUT D. (1) OPEN (2) OPEN Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:16 PM 16 Rev FINAL
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Control power selector switches located in the (1) can be used to supply alternate control power from the instrument buses to (2) SG PORVs.
A. (1) Steam Tunnel (2) ALL B. (1) Steam Tunnel (2) ONLY 'A' and 'B' C. (1) RAB 286 Electrical Penetration Areas (2) ALL D. (1) RAB 286 Electrical Penetration Areas (2) ONLY 'A' and 'B' Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:16 PM 17 Rev FINAL
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- 18. Given the following plant conditions:
- The unit is operating at 85% power Subsequently:
- The following indications are observed by the Balance of Plant operator (BOP):
Which ONE of the following completes the statements below?
A loss of 6.9 KV Aux Bus (1) has occurred.
In accordance with AOP-010, Feedwater Malfunctions, the operator is required to (2) .
A. (1) 1B (2) trip the Reactor B. (1) 1B (2) isolate Steam Generator Blowdown C. (1) 1E (2) trip the Reactor D. (1) 1E (2) isolate Steam Generator Blowdown Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:16 PM 18 Rev FINAL
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- 19. Which ONE of the following identifies the power supply for 1MS-72, Main Steam C to Aux FW Turbine?
A. PP-1B312-SB B. DP-1B2-SB C. 1B31-SB D. IDP-SII Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:16 PM 19 Rev FINAL
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- 20. Given the following plant conditions:
- The unit is operating at 100% power
- Annunciator ALB-014-7-4, SG A, B, C BACKLEAKAGE HIGH TEMP, has alarmed
- An AO has been dispatched to verify local temperatures Which ONE of the following completes the statements below?
The reason this condition occurred is because a/an (1) piping check valve is leaking.
In accordance with the AOP-010, Feedwater Malfunctions, under these conditions with the TDAFW piping local temperature > 212°F, the FIRST action required is to (2) .
A. (1) TDAFW pump steam supply (2) start the TDAFW pump to flush the line through the exhaust B. (1) TDAFW pump steam supply (2) isolate the TDAFW pump discharge header C. (1) Auxiliary Feedwater (2) start the TDAFW pump to flush the line to the SGs D. (1) Auxiliary Feedwater (2) isolate the TDAFW pump discharge header Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:16 PM 20 Rev FINAL
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- 21. Given the following plant conditions:
- The unit is Mode 3 Subsequently:
- A loss of SUT 1A occurs
- The crew enters AOP-025, Loss of One Emergency AC Bus (6.9KV) or One Emergency DC Bus (125V)
With regard to AOP-025, which ONE of the following completes the statements below?
EDG 1A-SA (1) automatically re-energize 480V Emergency Bus 1A1.
When SUT 1A becomes available, the operator will energize Emergency Bus 1A-SA from Auxiliary Bus (2) and unload the EDG.
A. (1) will (2) 1D B. (1) will (2) 1E C. (1) will NOT (2) 1D D. (1) will NOT (2) 1E Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:16 PM 21 Rev FINAL
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- 22. Given the following plant conditions:
- The unit is operating at 100% power
- 250 VDC Battery Charger 1A is in service Subsequently:
- Annunciator ALB-015-3-4, 250 VDC BUS TROUBLE, alarms Which ONE of the following completes the statements below?
The crew will use indications (1) to determine if a ground condition exists.
If a ground is suspected, the crew should implement OP-156.06, Ground Isolation and Bus Drop, and (2) .
A. (1) on AEP-2 (2) energize the 1B 250 VDC Battery Charger then remove the 1A 250 VDC Battery Charger from service B. (1) on AEP-2 (2) open the 1A 250 VDC Battery Charger DC output breaker allowing the batteries to power the 250 VDC bus and then place the 1B 250 VDC Battery Charger in service C. (1) locally in the switchgear room (2) energize the 1B 250 VDC Battery Charger then remove the 1A 250 VDC Battery Charger from service D. (1) locally in the switchgrear room (2) open the 1A 250 VDC Battery Charger DC output breaker allowing the batteries to power the 250 VDC bus and then place the 1B 250 VDC Battery Charger in service Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:16 PM 22 Rev FINAL
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- 23. Which ONE of the following completes the statements below?
The 125V DC Class 1E batteries are designed to provide power for (1) hours during a station blackout event.
In addition to load shed, the Dedicated Shutdown Diesel Generator can be used to provide a non-safety-related feed through MCC 1D23 to (2) safety-related battery charger(s) on EACH train to prolong the battery discharge time.
A. (1) two (2) one B. (1) two (2) both C. (1) four (2) one D. (1) four (2) both Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:16 PM 23 Rev FINAL
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- 24. Which ONE of the following completes the statement below?
The Low Starting Air Pressure Interlock inhibits EDG (1) and will FIRST occur when starting air pressure lowers to (2) psig.
A. (1) auto starts ONLY (2) 150 B. (1) auto starts ONLY (2) 202 C. (1) auto AND manual starts (2) 150 D. (1) auto AND manual starts (2) 202 Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:16 PM 24 Rev FINAL
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- 25. Given the following plant conditions:
- A liquid release is in progress from the Treated Laundry and Hot Shower (TL&HS)
Tank
- REM-*1WL-3540, Treated Laundry and Hot Shower Tank Pump Discharge Monitor, goes into HIGH ALARM during the release Which ONE of the following will automatically terminate the release?
A. The running TREATED H&HS TANK PUMP PUMP trips B. 3LHS-296, TREATED L&HS TKS DISCH ISOL VLV, shuts C. 3LHS-293 (FCV HK-6193), TRTD L&HS TK TO ENVIRON, shuts D. 3LHS-301, TREATED L&HS TKS DISCHARGE TO COOLING TOWER BLOWDOWN, shuts Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:16 PM 25 Rev FINAL
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- 26. Given the following plant conditions:
- The unit is operating at 100% power
- NSW Pump 'B' is operating
- NSW Pump 'A' is in standby Subsequently:
- ALB-002-7-1, SERV WATER SUPPLY HDR B LOW PRESS, alarms After one (1) minute, which ONE of the following identifies the expected Service Water system alignment?
A. NSW Pump 'B' is running supplying NSW loads and both ESW headers.
No ESW pumps are running.
B. NSW Pump 'B' is running supplying NSW loads and the 'A' ESW header.
ESW Pump 'B' is running supplying the 'B' ESW header.
C. NSW Pump 'A' is running supplying NSW loads and both ESW headers.
No ESW pumps are running.
D. NSW Pump 'A' is running supplying NSW loads and the 'A' ESW header.
ESW Pump 'B' is running supplying the 'B' ESW header.
Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:16 PM 26 Rev FINAL
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- 27. Given the following plant conditions:
- The unit is operating at 100% power
- An Instrument Air leak is occurring
- Instrument Air pressure is currently 80 psig and stable Which ONE of the following predicts the plant response for the current condition?
A. All FW flow control valves will SHUT B. PRZ Spray valves drift to mid-position C. RCS letdown flowpath valves drift to mid-position D. Gland Steam Seal Spillover Regulator Valve will OPEN Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:16 PM 27 Rev FINAL
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- 28. Given the following plant conditions:
- A LOCA has occurred
- RCS pressure is 600 psig and stable
- Containment pressure is 11.5 psig and lowering
- SI has NOT been reset
- Phase 'A' and 'B' Containment Isolation reset switches have been placed to RESET Which ONE of the following identifies the status of the Containment Isolation Phase A and Phase B signals?
Phase A Phase B A. NOT reset reset B. NOT reset NOT reset C. reset reset D. reset NOT reset Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:16 PM 28 Rev FINAL
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- 29. Which ONE of the following completes the statements below regarding recovery of a dropped rod in accordance with AOP-001, Malfunction of Rod Control and Indication System?
Prior to recovering the dropped rod, the lift coil disconnect switches for all rods except the dropped will be opened in the affected (1) .
During the recovery, withdrawal of the dropped rod will be stopped based on (2) .
A. (1) bank (2) step counter position B. (1) bank (2) DRPI for the affected rod C. (1) group ONLY (2) step counter position D. (1) group ONLY (2) DRPI for the affected rod Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:16 PM 29 Rev FINAL
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- 30. Given the following plant conditions:
- The unit is operating at 100% power
- The 'A' Boric Acid Pump is under clearance Subsequently:
- Emergency Bus 1B-SB locks out due to an 86UV failure
- The crew enters AOP-002, Emergency Boration, due to a dilution event
- The OATC performs the required valve alignment to provide a boration source With regard to AOP-002, which ONE of the following completes the statement below?
For the boration flowpath established, the OATC is required to verify a MINIMUM of (1) gpm on (2) Flow.
A. (1) 30 (2) FI-110, Emergency Boration B. (1) 30 (2) FI-122A.1, Charging Header C. (1) 90 (2) FI-110, Emergency Boration D. (1) 90 (2) FI-122A.1, Charging Header Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:16 PM 30 Rev FINAL
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- 31. Given the following plant conditions:
- Tank Area Drains are being pumped to the Storm Drain System in accordance with OP-120.09.01, Radioactive Floor Drain Collection Subsequently:
- A Refueling Water Storage Tank (RWST) leak occurs
- REM-01MD-3530, Tank Area Drain Transfer Pumps Monitor, goes into HIGH alarm
- Contaminated water is filling the retention dike area Which ONE of the following completes the statements below?
1FD-109, FD Tank Area Drain Pump 1X Discharge to Storm Drain Valve, (1) receive an auto shut signal.
AOP-005, Radiation Monitoring System, (2) direct the operator to verify the Tank Area Floor Drain SUMP Pump stopped.
A. (1) does (2) does B. (1) does (2) does NOT C. (1) does NOT (2) does D. (1) does NOT (2) does NOT Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:16 PM 31 Rev FINAL
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- 32. Given the following plant conditions:
- Core reload is in progress
- A spent fuel assembly in the Fuel Handling Building (FHB) is damaged FHB area radiation levels are rising with monitor status as follows:
- RM-*1FR-3565A-SA - HIGH ALARM
- RM-*1FR-3565B-SB - ALERT
- No other Spent Fuel Pool Area monitors are in alarm Which ONE of the following completes the statement below in accordance with AOP-005, Radiation Monitoring System?
(1) train(s) of FHB Ventilation Emergency Exhaust has (have) automatically started and FHB Normal Operating Floor Ventilation (2) shutdown.
A. (1) ONLY 'A' (2) has B. (1) ONLY 'A' (2) has NOT C. (1) BOTH 'A' and 'B' (2) has D. (1) BOTH 'A' and 'B' (2) has NOT Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:16 PM 32 Rev FINAL
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- 33. Given the following plant conditions:
- The unit is in Mode 3
- Personnel have been sent into Containment to identify a source of leakage
- Upon exiting Containment, both CNMT Personnel Airlock [PAL] doors failed to seal Which ONE of the following completes the statements below?
Entry into AOP-023, Loss of Containment Integrity, (1) required.
In accordance with Technical Specification 3.6.1.3, and OWP-AL, Containment Air Locks, the PAL doors are locked shut by locking the associated (2) and deactivating the electronic mechanisms used to open the PAL doors.
A. (1) is (2) mechanical operator B. (1) is (2) manual pumping stations C. (1) is NOT (2) mechanical operator D. (1) is NOT (2) manual pumping stations Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:16 PM 33 Rev FINAL
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- 34. Given the following plant conditions:
- A faulted Steam Generator inside Containment occurred
- The faulted Steam Generator was isolated
- Containment pressure peaked at 12 psig
- The crew is implementing EOP-ES-1.1, SI Termination, to re-establish RCP seal return flow to the Volume Control Tank (VCT)
The following annunciators are currently in alarm:
- ALB-001-5-1, Containment Isolation Phase B
- ALB-005-1-5B, Seal Water HX CCW Low Flow Which ONE of the following identifies (1) the annunciator that must be cleared to allow the re-establishment of RCP seal return flow to the VCT AND (2) the reason why?
A. (1) ALB-001-5-1 (2) Allows re-opening of Phase B valves that shut to isolate the seal return flowpath to the VCT.
B. (1) ALB-001-5-1 (2) Allows re-opening of Phase B valves that shut to isolate CCW flow to the Seal Water Return Heat Exchanger.
C. (1) ALB-005-1-5B (2) Provides assurance that CCW flow to the Seal Water Return Heat Exchanger is available to provide adequate seal return cooling.
D. (1) ALB-005-1-5B (2) Provides assurance that CCW pressure is sufficient to minimize any in-leakage from the Seal Water Return Heat Exchanger when flow is restored.
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- 35. The crew has transitioned to EOP-E-1, Loss of Reactor or Secondary Coolant, and is presently evaluating if the RHR System is capable of Cold Leg Recirculation.
Current plant conditions:
- Offsite power has been lost
- CNMT Pressure is 17 psig and rising
- CNMT Wide Range Sump Level is reading 211 inches
- RVLIS Full Range Level is reading 38%
- RCS Wide Range Pressure is reading 225 psig
- Core Exit Thermocouples are reading 740°F
- Containment Spray Pump 'A' has tripped Which ONE of the following identifies the procedure the crew is required to implement at this time?
A. EOP-FR-Z.2, Response to Containment Flooding B. EOP-FR-C.2, Response to Degraded Core Cooling C. EOP-FR-C.1, Response to Inadequate Core Cooling D. EOP-FR-Z.1, Response to High Containment Pressure Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:16 PM 35 Rev FINAL
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- 36. Which ONE of the following completes the statements below in accordance with EOP-E-3, Steam Generator Tube Rupture?
The ruptured SG PORV controller setpoint is required to be adjusted to (1) and placed in AUTO to prevent lifting the SG code safety valves.
If the ruptured SG PORV fails OPEN, the operator has a MAXIMUM time of (2) minutes to shut the associated PORV block valve per the SGTR Dose Analysis.
A. (1) 1135 psig (87%)
(2) 10 B. (1) 1135 psig (87%)
(2) 20 C. (1) 1145 psig (88%)
(2) 10 D. (1) 1145 psig (88%)
(2) 20 Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:16 PM 36 Rev FINAL
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- 37. Given the following plant conditions:
- Core offload is in progress Subsequently:
- An irradiated fuel assembly is damaged and has been fully withdrawn from the core
- AOP-013, Fuel Handling Accident, has been entered
- Containment area radiation levels are rising with monitor status as follows:
- RM-01CR-3561ASA - not in alarm
- RM-01CR-3561BSB - ALERT
- RM-01CR-3561CSA - not in alarm
- RM-01CR-3561DSB - HIGH ALARM Which ONE of the following completes the statements below?
Containment Ventilation Isolation (1) automatically initiated.
For the conditions above, AOP-013 (2) require the fuel assembly to be placed in a safe storage location prior to making the announcement to evacuate Containment.
A. (1) has (2) does B. (1) has (2) does NOT C. (1) has NOT (2) does D. (1) has NOT (2) does NOT Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:16 PM 37 Rev FINAL
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- 38. The unit was operating at 100% power when a Reactor trip occurred.
Which ONE of the following completes the statements below?
Xenon-135 concentration will decay to zero (xenon-free) (1) hours following the Reactor trip.
In accordance with EOP-ES-0.1, Reactor Trip Response, the operator will ensure that Source Range detectors energize when Intermediate Range flux FIRST lowers to (2) AMPS.
A. (1) 30 - 40 (2) 5 x 10 -11 B. (1) 30 - 40 (2) 1 x 10-10 C. (1) 70 - 80 (2) 5 x 10-11 D. (1) 70 - 80 (2) 1 x 10-10 Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:16 PM 38 Rev FINAL
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- 39. Given the following plant conditions:
- A break in the Pressurizer steam space has resulted in a small break LOCA
- The crew is implementing EOP-ES-1.2, Post LOCA Cooldown and Depressurization
- RCS temperature is stable Which ONE of the following completes the statements below?
The steam dumps will be operated in the (1) Mode of Control.
The operator must depress the OUTPUT (2) pushbutton to initiate an RCS cooldown to cold shutdown conditions.
A. (1) T-AVG (2) RAISE B. (1) T-AVG (2) LOWER C. (1) Steam Pressure (2) RAISE D. (1) Steam Pressure (2) LOWER Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:16 PM 39 Rev FINAL
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- 40. Given the following plant conditions:
- The unit was operating at 100% power when a LOCA occurred
- 1CS-11, Letdown Isolation, was shut to isolate the break in accordance with EOP-ECA-1.2, LOCA Outside Containment Subsequently:
- The crew is implementing EOP-ES-1.1, SI Termination
- Safety Injection has been terminated and minimum charging flow established Which ONE of the following completes the statements below?
In accordance with EOP-ES-1.1, a MINIMUM PRZ level of (1) % is required to allow excess letdown to be established.
Per the Background Document for EOP-ES-1.1, the reason for establishing excess letdown is to offset (2) .
A. (1) 25 (2) RCP seal injection ONLY B. (1) 25 (2) BOTH RCP seal injection and charging flow C. (1) 40 (2) RCP seal injection ONLY D. (1) 40 (2) BOTH RCP seal injection and charging flow Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:16 PM 40 Rev FINAL
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- 41. Which ONE of the following completes the statements below regarding transferring the RHR system from the RWST to the Containment (CNMT) sumps (recirculation mode) during a large break LOCA?
The CNMT Sump to RHR Pump Suction valves will open automatically on (1) level.
The RWST to RHR Pump Suction valves will (2) .
A. (1) lowering RWST (2) remain open until shut by an operator B. (1) lowering RWST (2) begin to shut five seconds after the CNMT Sump to RHR Pump Suction Valves reach the full open position C. (1) rising CNMT sump (2) remain open until shut by an operator D. (1) rising CNMT sump (2) begin to shut five seconds after the CNMT Sump to RHR Pump Suction Valves reach the full open position Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:16 PM 41 Rev FINAL
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- 42. Given the following plant conditions:
- EOP-FR-C.1, Response to Inadequate Core Cooling, is being implemented
- Containment pressure is 2.5 psig
- Maximum Core Exit Thermocouples (CET) temperatures are 1305°F
- All SGs have been depressurized to 130 psig
- Support conditions have been established to the 'B' and 'C' RCPs ONLY Subsequent to the above conditions:
- RCP 'C' was started and CET temperatures are now 1250°F and lowering
- The crew is evaluating if additional RCPs can be started to provide core cooling Current SG narrow range levels are:
- SG 'A' level is 35%
- SG 'B' level is 15%
- SG 'C' level is 39%
Which ONE of the following identifies the operator action(s) required to be taken NEXT in accordance with EOP-FR-C.1?
A. Start RCP 'A' B. Start RCP 'B' C. Re-establish a heat sink in at least one SG D. Open the PRZ PORVs and RCS vent valves Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:16 PM 42 Rev FINAL
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- 43. In accordance with AOP-018, Reactor Coolant Pump Abnormal Conditions, which ONE of the following completes the statements below?
If all RCP seal cooling is lost for greater than a MINIMUM of (1) minutes, a controlled restoration of seal injection flow must be done.
The basis for this requirement is to (2) .
A. (1) 4 (2) preclude increased seal leakage B. (1) 4 (2) protect against potential pump radial bearing damage C. (1) 10 (2) preclude increased seal leakage D. (1) 10 (2) protect against potential pump radial bearing damage Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:16 PM 43 Rev FINAL
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- 44. Given the following plant conditions:
- The unit is operating in Mode 5
- The RCS is in solid plant operation
- Both trains of RHR are aligned in the Shutdown Cooling Mode Subsequently:
- A large RCS leak developed Conditions are as follows:
- The crew has aligned flow through the BIT with 'A' CSIP in service as directed by AOP-020, Loss of RCS Inventory or Residual Heat Removal While Shutdown
- Core Exit Thermocouples continue to rise
- RCS water level continues to lower Which ONE of the following completes the statement below regarding the action required by AOP-020 to lower Core Exit Thermocouple temperatures?
(1) with flow through (2) .
A. (1) Start the 'B' CSIP (2) 1SI-3 and 1SI-4, BIT Outlet Valves B. (1) Start the 'B' CSIP (2) 1SI-52, Alternate High Head SI to Cold Leg Valve C. (1) Align 'A' RHR Pump for Low Head SI (2) 1SI-340, Low Head SI Train A to Cold Leg Valve D. (1) Align 'A' RHR Pump for Low Head SI (2) 1SI-359, Low Head SI Trains A & B to Hot Leg valve Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:16 PM 44 Rev FINAL
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- 45. Given the following plant conditions:
- The unit is operating at 100% power
- ALB-005-6-1, CCW Surge Tank High-Low Level, has just alarmed
- The OATC reports that CCW Surge Tank level is 39% and trending lower Which ONE of the following automatic actions must be verified in accordance with APP-ALB-005?
A. 1DW-15, Makeup Valve, has opened B. CCW Drain Tank Transfer Pump has tripped C. CCW Holdup Tank Transfer Pump has tripped D. CCW flow to the GFFD and RCS Sample Panel has isolated Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:16 PM 45 Rev FINAL
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- 46. Given the following plant conditions:
- The unit is in Mode 3 at normal operating pressure
- Pressurizer (PRZ) Pressure Control is in AUTO Subsequently:
- A PRZ pressure transmitter failure occurs
- PRZ pressure channel indications are:
- PI-444 2050 psig
- PI-445 2500 psig
- PI-455 2050 psig
- PI-456 1950 psig
- PI-457 2050 psig Which ONE of the following completes the statements below regarding the expected conditions of the PRZ PORVs and spray valves?
PRZ PORVs 1RC-116 (PCV-445B) and 1RC-118 (PCV-445A) will be (1) .
The PRZ spray valves (PCV-444C and PCV-444D) will be (2) .
(Assume NO operator actions)
A. (1) OPEN (2) OPEN B. (1) OPEN (2) SHUT C. (1) SHUT (2) OPEN D. (1) SHUT (2) SHUT Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:16 PM 46 Rev FINAL
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- 47. Which ONE of the following completes the statements below regarding an ATWS?
Reactor Trip Breaker shunt trip coils are (1) to actuate devices.
In accordance with EOP-FR-S.1, Response to Nuclear Power Generation/ATWS, if the Reactor fails to trip following opening of the Reactor Trip and Bypass Breakers locally, the next PREFERRED action is to open the rod drive MG set (2) breakers.
A. (1) energize (2) motor B. (1) energize (2) generator output C. (1) de-energize (2) motor D. (1) de-energize (2) generator output Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:16 PM 47 Rev FINAL
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- 48. Given the following plant conditions:
- A tube rupture occurred in the 'A' SG
- Offsite power was lost
- The crew completed EOP-E-3, Steam Generator Tube Rupture, and transitioned to EOP-ES-3.1, Post-SGTR Cooldown Using Backfill The following plant conditions presently exist:
- 6.9 KV Aux Buses 'A' and 'C' have been re-energized
- The crew is preparing to restart an RCP Which ONE of the following completes the statement below?
In accordance with EOP-ES-3.1, the (1) RCP should be started FIRST to minimize any challenges to (2) .
A. (1) 'A' (2) vessel integrity B. (1) 'A' (2) core reactivity C. (1) 'C' (2) vessel integrity D. (1) 'C' (2) core reactivity Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:16 PM 48 Rev FINAL
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- 49. Given the following plant conditions:
- A complete loss of all feedwater sources occurred
- RCS bleed and feed has been initiated Subsequently:
- All SGs are completely dry and depressurized
- Auxiliary Feedwater (AFW) capability is restored
- RCS temperature is stable Which ONE of the following completes the statements below?
In accordance with EOP-FR-H.1, Response to a Loss of Secondary Heat Sink, one intact SG will be fed using AFW at (1) KPPH.
The reason ONLY one SG is fed is to ensure (2) .
A. (1) 50 (2) a failure due to excessive thermal stresses is limited to one SG B. (1) 50 (2) RCS cooldown rates are maintained within Technical Specification limits C. (1) 200 (2) a failure due to excessive thermal stresses is limited to one SG D. (1) 200 (2) RCS cooldown rates are maintained within Technical Specification limits Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:16 PM 49 Rev FINAL
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- 50. Given the following plant conditions:
- The unit is operating 100% power
- OST-1073, 1B-SB Emergency Diesel Generator Operability Test, in progress
- Emergency Diesel Generator 1B-SB is loaded to 6300 KW while operating in parallel with the grid Subsequently:
- EDG 1B-SB output breaker (126) trips open then recloses Which ONE of the following identifies an event that would cause breaker 126 to operate in this manner?
A. Safety Injection actuates B. A loss of offsite power occurs C. A Main Generator lockout trips D. Breaker 124, Aux Bus 1E to Emergency Bus B-SB, opens Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:16 PM 50 Rev FINAL
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- 51. Given the following plant conditions:
- The unit is in Mode 6
- 'A-SA' Safety Train is in service
- Core Alterations are in progress
- Nuclear Flux Monitoring System (NFMS) N60 is being substituted for SR N31
- Source Range (SR) N32 is providing audible count rate in the MCR and CNMT In accordance with Technical Specifications, which ONE of the following identifies a condition that would require suspension of Core Alterations?
A. RWST level lowers to 23%
B. 'B' EDG is declared inoperable C. Instrument Bus IDP-1B-SII de-energizes D. Reactor cavity water level at the 23' 10" mark (above the flange)
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- 52. Given the following plant conditions:
- A LOCA has occurred
- 'A' ESW Booster Pump has tripped
- Containment pressure is 28 psig Which ONE of the following completes the statement below?
In accordance with EOP-FR-Z.1, Response to High Containment Pressure, ESW to the
'A' Train Containment Fan Coolers is isolated to prevent .
A. an unmonitored release from Containment to the ESW system B. infusion of hydrogen into the ESW system from the Containment atmosphere C. damage to the Containment fan coolers from water hammer if the ESW Booster pump is restarted D. damage to the containment fan coolers from water hammer due to ESW flashing to steam in piping inside Containment due to low fan cooler flow Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:16 PM 52 Rev FINAL
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- 53. Given the following plant conditions:
- The unit is operating at 100% power
- Air Compressor 1C is the lead compressor
- Air Compressor 1B is under clearance for inspection
- Air Compressor 1A is in STANDBY and isolated from CAS Panel
- Instrument Air header pressure is 110 psig Subsequently:
- Instrument Air header pressure begins to lower steadily With regard to AOP-017, Loss of Instrument Air, which ONE of the following completes the statements below?
The HIGHEST value that Air Compressor 1A will start on lowering Instrument Air header pressure is (1) psig.
If Instrument Air header pressure continues to lower, the operators are FIRST required to manually trip the Reactor when pressure lowers to (2) psig.
A. (1) 96 (2) 60 B. (1) 96 (2) 35 C. (1) 90 (2) 60 D. (1) 90 (2) 35 Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:16 PM 53 Rev FINAL
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- 54. Given the following plant conditions:
- The unit is operating at 100% power
- MDAFW pump 'B' is under clearance Subsequently the following occurs:
- A manual Reactor Trip was initiated due to a loss of the 'A' MFP
- The TDAFW pump tripped after starting
- MDAFW flow control valves are full open
- Total AFW flow is 212 KPPH and lowering
- SG NR levels are 41% and lowering
- Containment pressure is 2.8 psig and stable Which ONE of the following would be the FIRST set of conditions that would require entry into EOP-FR-H.1, Response to Loss of Secondary Heat Sink?
All SG NR levels are (1) % AND total AFW flow is (2) KPPH.
A. (1) 39 (2) 195 B. (1) 39 (2) 205 C. (1) 24 (2) 195 D. (1) 24 (2) 205 Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:16 PM 54 Rev FINAL
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- 55. Given the following plant conditions:
- The unit was operating at 100% power when a Reactor Trip and Safety Injection occurred due to a steam line break in Containment on the 'B' SG Current plant conditions are as follows:
- Containment pressure is 28 psig Which ONE of the following identifies the set of valves listed below that the operator must ensure are in the SHUT position using Attachment 3, Safeguards Actuation Verification, of EOP-E-0, Reactor Trip or Safety Injection, for the conditions above?
- 1. All MSIV's
- 2. 1MS-70, Main Steam B to Aux FW Turbine
- 4. ONLY 'B' MSIV
- 5. All Blowdown isolation valves
- 6. 1SI-3, BIT Outlet A. 1, 2, and 3 B. 4, 5, and 6 C. 1, 3, and 5 D. 2, 4, and 6 Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:16 PM 55 Rev FINAL
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- 56. Given the following plant conditions:
- A Steam Generator tube rupture occurred
- The Reactor was tripped and Safety Injection actuated
- All offsite power was lost following the Reactor trip Subsequently:
- The crew is at the step in EOP-E-3, Steam Generator Tube Rupture, to depressurize the RCS to restore inventory Which ONE of the following completes the statements below?
In accordance with EOP-E-3, the RCS will be depressurized using (1) .
Due to the loss of power during depressurization, the (2) .
A. (1) one PRZ PORV (2) Reactor Vessel upper head may void resulting in a rapidly rising PRZ level B. (1) one PRZ PORV (2) Steam Generator tubes may void causing a loss of natural circulation C. (1) Auxiliary Spray (2) Reactor Vessel upper head may void resulting in a rapidly rising PRZ level D. (1) Auxiliary Spray (2) Steam Generator tubes may void causing a loss of natural circulation Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:16 PM 56 Rev FINAL
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- 57. A failure of the compensating voltage for Intermediate Range channel NI-35 occurs resulting in NI-35 stabilizing at 2E-10 amps during a Reactor shutdown.
Which ONE of the following completes the statement below?
IF Intermediate Range channel NI-36 output lowers to less than P-6, THEN will automatically energize.
A. BOTH SR NIs B. NEITHER SR NI C. ONLY SR channel NI-31 D. ONLY SR channel NI-32 Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:16 PM 57 Rev FINAL
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- 58. Given the following plant conditions:
- The unit is operating at 100% power
- The 'C' SG Control and Recorder Selector switches are as follows:
Subsequently:
- The controlling 'C' SG Feed Flow channel fails high
- Annunciator ALB-014-6-1A, SG C FW > STM Flow Mismatch, alarms Which ONE of the following completes the statements below?
Immediately after the failure, the 'C' SG FRV will start to go (1) .
Once 'C' SG level is under operator control, OP-134, Feedwater System, will direct the operator to select (2) to restore automatic water level control.
A. (1) OPEN (2) STM GEN C FW Flow Chan 496 ONLY B. (1) SHUT (2) STM GEN C FW Flow Chan 496 ONLY C. (1) OPEN (2) STM GEN C FW Flow Chan 496 AND STM GEN C STM Flow Chan 495 D. (1) SHUT (2) STM GEN C FW Flow Chan 496 AND STM GEN C STM Flow Chan 495 Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:17 PM 58 Rev FINAL
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- 59. Which ONE of the following identifies the 480V power supply for S-1B, Containment Airborne Radioactivity Removal (ARR) Fan?
A. MCC 1B21-SB B. MCC 1E11 C. Bus 1B1 D. Bus 1D2 Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:17 PM 59 Rev FINAL
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- 60. Given the following plant conditions:
- The unit was operating at 100% power when a LOCA develops inside Containment Subsequently:
- Containment pressure rises to a peak value of 12 psig
- Containment hydrogen concentration is 0.5%
Current plant conditions:
- Safety Injection System is aligned for Cold Leg Recirculation
- Containment hydrogen concentration is 5%
- Containment pressure is 3.5 psig Which ONE of the following completes the statements below in accordance with OP-125, Hydrogen Monitoring System (HMS)?
The Containment Isolation Phase (1) signal must be reset to allow aligning the Hydrogen Monitoring System from Standby to Continuous Sample Mode.
The Hydrogen Purge System (2) designed to be placed in service based on the current plant conditions.
A. (1) A (2) is B. (1) A (2) is NOT C. (1) B (2) is D. (1) B (2) is NOT Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:17 PM 60 Rev FINAL
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- 61. Core reload is in progress in accordance with GP-009, Refueling Cavity, Refueling and Drain of the Refueling Cavity, Modes 5-6-5 Which ONE of the following completes the statements below?
The Manipulator Crane Overload Interlock stops hoist up travel when the hoist load reaches a MINIMUM of (1) lbs above the weight of the mast and fuel assembly to prevent fuel damage.
In accordance with GP-009, core reload must be suspended if BOTH Source Range channels count rates rise by a MINIMUM factor of (2) .
A. (1) 150 (2) two B. (1) 150 (2) five C. (1) 430 (2) two D. (1) 430 (2) five Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:17 PM 61 Rev FINAL
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- 62. Given the following plant conditions:
- A waste gas release is in progress
- WPB Stack 5 PIG Monitor, REM-*1WV-3546, exceeds the HIGH ALARM setpoint Which ONE of the following identifies how the release will be automatically terminated?
A. 3WG-230, Gas Decay Tanks to Plant Vent Isolation Valve, SHUTS B. 3WG-229, WG Decay Tanks E & F to Plant Vent Valve, SHUTS C. Filtered Exhaust Fans, E-46, E-47, E-48, and E-49 TRIP D. Running Waste Gas Compressor TRIPS Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:17 PM 62 Rev FINAL
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- 63. Which ONE of the following is an input to the Containment Critical Safety Function Status Tree (CSF-5)?
A. RM-01CR-3589SA, High Range Containment Post Accident B. REM-01LT-3502ASA, Containment RCS Leak Detection C. RM-01CR-3561BSB, Containment Ventilation Isolation D. REM-01LT-3502B, Containment Pre-Entry Purge Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:17 PM 63 Rev FINAL
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- 64. Given the following plant conditions:
- The unit is operating at 100% power
- 'A' Normal Service Water (NSW) Pump is running Subsequently:
- The 'A' Emergency Service Water (ESW) Pump control switch is taken to START Which ONE of the following completes the statements below regarding the Service Water valve alignment two (2) minutes following the pump start?
1SW-39, NSW Supply to 'A' ESW Header, will be (1) .
1SW-276, ESW to NSW Common Return, will be (2) .
A. (1) SHUT (2) SHUT B. (1) SHUT (2) OPEN C. (1) OPEN (2) SHUT D. (1) OPEN (2) OPEN Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:17 PM 64 Rev FINAL
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- 65. Given the following plant conditions:
- Fire header pressure is 145 psig
- No fire pumps are running Subsequently:
- A fire occurs on site
- Fire header pressure lowers to 70 psig for 30 seconds then recovers Which ONE of the following completes the statements below?
In addition to the Jockey Pump, (1) will automatically start.
After the fire is OUT, the Jockey Pump (2) secure automatically when fire header pressure is fully restored.
A. (1) ONLY the Motor Driven Fire Pump (2) will B. (1) ONLY the Motor Driven Fire Pump (2) will NOT C. (1) BOTH the Motor and Diesel Driven Fire Pumps (2) will D. (1) BOTH the Motor and Diesel Driven Fire Pumps (2) will NOT Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:17 PM 65 Rev FINAL
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- 66. Which ONE of the following completes the statement below in accordance with AD-OP-ALL-1000, Conduct of Operations?
If needed to protect the plant, (1) can authorize resetting a protective device without knowing the cause provided a(an) (2) condition is NOT evident.
A. (1) ONLY the Shift Manager (2) thermal overload B. (1) ONLY the Shift Manager (2) overcurrent C. (1) the Shift Manager OR Control Room Supervisor (2) thermal overload D. (1) the Shift Manager OR Control Room Supervisor (2) overcurrent Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:17 PM 66 Rev FINAL
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- 67. Given the following plant conditions:
- A post-maintenance lineup is being performed
- Circuit Breaker 1A-SA-5, Charging/SI Pump 1A-SA Breaker, is being racked in Which ONE of the following completes the statements below in accordance with AD-HU-ALL-0005, Human Performance Tools?
For this evolution, verification of "racked in" status for the breaker MUST (1) .
Circuit Breaker 1A-SA-5 (2) require Independent Verification.
A. (1) be performed LOCALLY (2) does B. (1) be performed LOCALLY (2) does NOT C. (1) use the MCB indicating light (2) does D. (1) use the MCB indicating light (2) does NOT Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:17 PM 67 Rev FINAL
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- 68. Which ONE of the following completes the statement below in accordance with OMM-002, Shift Turnover Package?
With the unit in Mode 4, the MINIMUM shift crew composition must include (1)
Reactor Operator(s) and (2) Auxiliary Operator(s).
A. (1) one (2) one B. (1) one (2) two C. (1) two (2) one D. (1) two (2) two Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:17 PM 68 Rev FINAL
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- 69. A Reactor startup is in progress in accordance with GP-004, Reactor Startup (Mode 3 to Mode 2).
Which ONE of the following completes the statements below?
In accordance with AD-OP-ALL-0203, Reactivity Management, the dedicated Reactor Operator for this evolution (1) be one of the Reactor Operators on the crew.
A NOTE in GP-004 states that most startups will use (2) steps on Bank D as the target for criticality.
A. (1) can (2) 90 B. (1) can (2) 130 C. (1) can NOT (2) 90 D. (1) can NOT (2) 130 Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:17 PM 69 Rev FINAL
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- 70. Given the following plant conditions:
- The Reactor is shutdown for a scheduled refueling outage
- An RCS cooldown is in progress IAW GP-007, Normal Plant Cooldown The following information is a plot of the cooldown:
TIME RCS Tcold 0830 516°F 0845 505°F 0900 487°F 0915 477°F 0930 465°F 0945 441°F 1000 405°F 1015 378°F 1030 363°F Of the times listed below, when was the Technical Specification RCS cooldown rate limit FIRST exceeded?
A. 0900 B. 0930 C. 1000 D. 1030 Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:17 PM 70 Rev FINAL
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- 71. Which ONE of the following completes the statements below regarding operation of the DISCP (RMS) Human Machine Interface?
Operators may navigate between screens and choose options using the (1) .
Only the (2) can be used to control the functions of the safety-related monitors.
(DISCP = Distributed Instrumentation and Control System Platform)
A. (1) keyboard ONLY (2) RM-23 B. (1) keyboard ONLY (2) DICSP C. (1) mouse AND keyboard (2) RM-23 D. (1) mouse AND keyboard (2) DICSP Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:17 PM 71 Rev FINAL
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- 72. Given the following:
- A valve lineup will be performed in the RCA
- Highest general radiation levels are 20 mrem/hr
- Highest general area contamination levels are 1,000 dpm/100 cm2
- The valve lineup requires accessing one valve 10 feet in the overhead Which ONE of the following completes the statement below in accordance with PD-RP-ALL-0001, Radiation Worker Responsibilities?
The RWP Self-Briefing process is .
A. allowed for the given conditions B. NOT allowed due to the overhead work C. NOT allowed due to the area radiation levels D. NOT allowed due to the area contamination levels Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:17 PM 72 Rev FINAL
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- 73. Which ONE of the following completes the statements below in accordance with AD-OP-ALL-1001, Conduct of Abnormal Operations?
If a crew member recognizes entry conditions are met for an Event Procedure, then a (1) will be used to notify the crew.
Event Procedure immediate actions (2) require CRS concurrence to perform.
A. (1) Crew Update (2) do B. (1) Crew Update (2) do NOT C. (1) Focus Brief (2) do D. (1) Focus Brief (2) do NOT Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:17 PM 73 Rev FINAL
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- 74. Given the following plant conditions:
- The unit is operating at 100% power Subsequently:
- At 0800, a loss of MCB annunciators occurred and the crew entered AOP-037, Loss of Main Control Room Annunciators
- The CRS determined that the following Alarm Light Boxes (ALBs) were lost:
- ALB-001, Containment Spray & Accumulator System
- ALB-002, Emergency Service Normal Service Water System
- ALB-003, Miscellaneous Systems
- ALB-004, RHR/RWST System Which ONE of the following completes the statement below regarding the required action per plant procedures for loss of these ALBs?
(1) must be first logged no LATER than (2) .
A. (1) Containment sump level (2) 0810 B. (1) Containment sump level (2) 0900 C. (1) Temperature and level for both reservoirs (2) 0810 D. (1) Temperature and level for both reservoirs (2) 0900 Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:17 PM 74 Rev FINAL
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- 75. Given the following plant conditions:
- The Reactor has tripped and Safety Injection has actuated due to a large break Loss of Coolant Accident (LOCA)
- The crew is implementing EOP-E-1, Loss of Reactor or Secondary Coolant
- The OATC reports the following for Critical Safety Function Status Trees:
- Containment - Orange
- Subcriticality - Orange
- Heat Sink - Red
- Integrity - Red Which ONE of the following identifies the procedure required to be entered?
A. EOP-FR-P.1, Response to Imminent Pressurized Thermal Shock B. EOP-FR-H.1, Response to Loss of Secondary Heat Sink C. EOP-FR-Z.1, Response to High Containment Pressure D. EOP-FR-S.1, Response to Nuclear Generation/ATWS Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:17 PM 75 Rev FINAL
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- 76. Given the following plant conditions:
- The unit is operating at 100% power when a Station Blackout occurs
- 125 VDC power to Auxiliary Buses 1D and 1E has been lost
- Start Up XFMR 1A Lockout SU 1A Relay is tripped
- Aux Bus 1E 86 Lockout Relay is tripped Subsequently:
- Offsite power is restored
- The appropriate lockout has been reset Which ONE of the following completes the statement below?
The crew will restore power to 6.9 KV Emergency Bus (1) using EOP-ECA-0.0, Loss of All AC Power, (2) .
A. (1) 1A-SA (2) Attachment 1, Restoration of Offsite Power to Emergency Buses B. (1) 1A-SA (2) Attachment 2, Local Restoration of Offsite Power to Emergency Buses C. (1) 1B-SB (2) Attachment 1, Restoration of Offsite Power to Emergency Buses D. (1) 1B-SB (2) Attachment 2, Local Restoration of Offsite Power to Emergency Buses Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:17 PM 76 Rev FINAL
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- 77. Given the following plant conditions:
- The unit is operating at 100% power
- The Safety Train 'B' Battery Chargers are being rotated in accordance with OP-156.01, DC Electrical Distribution Subsequently:
- At 0800, attempts to place standby battery charger in service are unsuccessful and Battery Charger 1B-SB is declared inoperable
- At 0815, the in-service battery charger's AC Input Breaker trips on high voltage and Battery Charger 1A-SB is declared inoperable
- At 0830, an electrician performing the weekly maintenance surveillance test for the Emergency Battery 1A-SA reports the following pilot cell indications:
- Electrolyte level is midway between the minimum and maximum marks
- Float voltage is 2.10 volts
- Specific gravity is 1.198 Which ONE of the following completes the statements below in accordance with Technical Specification 3.8.2.1, D. C. Sources - Operating?
At 0830, Emergency Battery 1A-SA is (1) .
Based on the conditions above, the MINIMUM required action is to (2) .
(Reference provided)
A. (1) operable (2) place either 'B' train battery charger in service no later than 1000 B. (1) operable (2) place either 'B' train battery charger in service no later than 1015 C. (1) inoperable (2) enter Technical Specificaton 3.0.3 at 0815 D. (1) inoperable (2) enter Technical Specification 3.0.3 at 0830 Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:17 PM 77 Rev FINAL
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- 78. Given the following plant conditions:
- The unit is operating at 100% power Subsequently:
- The Load Dispatcher reports a large disturbance occurring on the grid
- The crew enters AOP-028, Grid Instability The following conditions are observed:
Time Grid Frequency (Hz) 0107 59.6 0110 59.2 0113 58.9 0116 58.7 0118 58.5 0121 58.3 Which ONE of the following completes the statements below?
In accordance with AOP-028, the EARLIEST time that the Reactor must be tripped is (1) .
When the 6.9 KV Emergency AC Buses are energized from the Emergency Diesel Generators, declaration of an emergency event (2) required.
A. (1) 0118 (2) is B. (1) 0118 (2) is NOT C. (1) 0121 (2) is D. (1) 0121 (2) is NOT Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:17 PM 78 Rev FINAL
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- 79. Given the following plant conditions:
- A small break LOCA outside Containment occurred
- The crew implemented EOP-E-0, Reactor Trip or Safety Injection, and transitioned to EOP-ECA-1.2, LOCA Outside Containment
- RP will NOT allow personnel entry while RAB radiological conditions are being evaluated Which ONE of the following completes the statements below?
Rising (1) is the indication used in EOP-ECA-1.2 to determine that the break is isolated.
After the break is isolated, a transition to (2) will be made.
A. (1) PRZ level (2) EOP-E-1, Loss of Reactor or Secondary Coolant B. (1) PRZ level (2) EOP-ECA-1.1, Loss Of Emergency Coolant Recirculation C. (1) RCS pressure (2) EOP-E-1, Loss of Reactor or Secondary Coolant D. (1) RCS pressure (2) EOP-ECA-1.1, Loss Of Emergency Coolant Recirculation Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:17 PM 79 Rev FINAL
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- 80. Given the following plant conditions:
- A large break LOCA occurred
- The RHR system was determined to be not capable of cold leg recirculation and the crew transitioned from EOP-E-1, Loss of Reactor or Secondary Coolant, to EOP-ECA-1.1, Loss of Emergency Coolant Recirculation Capability
- The SGs are currently being depressurized to inject the SI Accumulators Which ONE of the following completes the statements below?
In accordance with EOP-ECA-1.1, SG depressurization should be controlled to maximize the amount of time the accumulators are available as a makeup source while maintaining (1) .
If emergency coolant recirculation capability is restored during SG depressurization, EOP-ECA-1.1 requires the crew to transition from EOP-ECA-1.1 to (2) .
A. (1) core exit TCs stable or dropping (2) EOP-E-1, Loss of Reactor or Secondary Coolant, step in effect B. (1) core exit TCs stable or dropping (2) EOP-ES-1.3, Transfer to Cold Leg Recirculation, step 1 C. (1) RVLIS at or above its required value (2) EOP-E-1, Loss of Reactor or Secondary Coolant, step in effect D. (1) RVLIS at or above its required value (2) EOP-ES-1.3, Transfer to Cold Leg Recirculation, step 1 Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:17 PM 80 Rev FINAL
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- 81. Given the following plant conditions:
- The unit was operating at 100% power when a Main Steam Line Break occurred
- The Reactor was tripped and Safety Injection actuated
- Main Steam Isolation failed and all MSIVs failed to shut from the MCB
- Main Steam Line radiation monitor readings as follows:
- RM-01MS-3591 SB, MSL "A" 2.91E-1 mR/hr
- RM-01MS-3592 SB, MSL "B" 2.22E-1 mR/hr
- RM-01MS-3593 SB, MSL "C" 3.82E-1 mR/hr The crew established a minimum feed flow of 12.5 KPPH to all SGs in accordance with EOP-ECA-2.1, Uncontrolled Depressurization of All Steam Generators.
Which ONE of the following completes the statements below?
The basis for maintaining minimum feed flow to each SG is to minimize thermal stresses on the (1) .
If any SG pressure begins to rise, a transition from EOP-ECA-2.1 to (2) , Step 1, will be required.
A. (1) SGs when feed flow is eventually raised (2) EOP-E-2, Faulted Steam Generator Isolation B. (1) SGs when feed flow is eventually raised (2) EOP-E-3, Steam Generator Tube Rupture C. (1) Reactor Vessel due to continued RCS cooldown (2) EOP-E-2, Faulted Steam Generator Isolation D. (1) Reactor Vessel due to continued RCS cooldown (2) EOP-E-3, Steam Generator Tube Rupture Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:17 PM 81 Rev FINAL
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- 82. Given the following plant conditions:
- The unit was operating at 100% power when a load rejection occurred Following the load rejection:
- The OATC reports that Control Rod D-4 is misaligned from the Group D step counter demand position by approximately 20 steps
- ALB-013-7-1, ROD CONTROL URGENT ALARM, is in alarm
- All rods are verified to be above the Rod Insertion Limits Which ONE of the following completes the statements below?
In accordance with AOP-001, Malfunction of Rod Control and Indication System, Control Rod D-4 (1) considered trippable.
In accordance with Technical Specification 3.1.3.1, Movable Control Assemblies -
Group Height, the bases for reducing Thermal Power is to (2) .
A. (1) is (2) minimize the effects of a control rod ejection accident B. (1) is (2) provide assurance of fuel rod integrity during continued operation C. (1) is NOT (2) minimize the effects of a control rod ejection accident D. (1) is NOT (2) provide assurance of fuel rod integrity during continued operation Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:17 PM 82 Rev FINAL
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- 83. Given the following timeline:
- 0000 The unit is in Mode 5 All shutdown rods are fully withdrawn for testing
- 0001 Source Range Nuclear Instrument N-31 fails LOW
- 0010 Source Range Nuclear Instrument NI-32 fails LOW The OATC manually trips the Reactor using MCB Switch #1 Which ONE of the following completes the statements below?
In accordance with the EOP Users Guide, EOP-E-0, Reactor Trip or Safety Injection, (1) required to be entered to confirm the Reactor trip.
A maximum allowable extension of 25% (2) be used when verifying compliance with the SHUTDOWN MARGIN requirements of Specification 3.1.1.2.
(Reference provided)
A. (1) is (2) can B. (1) is (2) can NOT C. (1) is NOT (2) can D. (1) is NOT (2) can NOT Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:17 PM 83 Rev FINAL
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- 84. Given the following plant conditions:
- The unit is operating at 100% power
- The 'A' and 'B' Circulating Water Pumps are operating
- 'C' Circulating Water Pump is under clearance Subsequently:
- Degrading condenser vacuum is observed
- AOP-012, Partial Loss of Condenser Vacuum, is entered
- CTMP-7-1, COOLING TOWER 1 LEVEL HI/LO, alarms due to low level Which ONE of the following completes the statements below?
A Reactor trip would be required in accordance with AOP-012 if (1) .
When the Reactor is tripped, the crew will GO TO EOP-E-0, Reactor Trip or Safety Injection, and (2) .
A. (1) ALB-021-5 alarms due to Condenser Pit High Level (2) exit AOP-012 B. (1) ALB-021-5 alarms due to Condenser Pit High Level (2) continue to perform the actions of AOP-012 as time allows C. (1) ONE of the running Circulating Water Pumps trips (2) exit AOP-012 D. (1) ONE of the running Circulating Water Pumps trips (2) continue to perform the actions of AOP-012 as time allows Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:17 PM 84 Rev FINAL
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- 85. Given the following plant conditions:
- The crew is implementing EOP-ES-1.2, Post LOCA Cooldown and Depressurization
- AFW flow to the SGs has been secured to maintain current levels
- Charging flow is 150 gpm
- Pressurizer level is 8% and lowering
- RCS subcooling is 23°F and lowering
- 'C' SG level is rising steadily Which ONE of the following completes the statement below?
The required operator action will be to (1) and transition to (2) .
A. (1) actuate Safety Injection (2) EOP-E-3, Steam Generator Tube Rupture B. (1) actuate Safety Injection (2) EOP-ECA-3.1, SGTR with Loss of Reactor Coolant: Subcooled Recovery C. (1) manually align flow through the BIT (2) EOP-E-3, Steam Generator Tube Rupture D. (1) manually align flow through the BIT (2) EOP-ECA-3.1, SGTR with Loss of Reactor Coolant: Subcooled Recovery Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:17 PM 85 Rev FINAL
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- 86. Given the following plant conditions:
- The unit is in Mode 4
- A plant heatup is in progress in accordance with GP-002, Normal Plant Heatup from Solid to Hot Subcritical, Mode 5 to Mode 3 Subsequently:
- RCS leakage develops
- Inspection reveals that 1RC-38, Normal Letdown Isol. Vlv., has developed through-wall leakage (upstream side of valve body)
- The calculated leak rate is 5 gpm Which ONE of the following completes the statements below in accordance with Technical Specifications?
The RCS leakage will be classified as (1) LEAKAGE.
Entry into Mode 3 (2) allowed.
(Reference provided)
A. (1) UNIDENTIFIED (2) is B. (1) UNIDENTIFIED (2) is NOT C. (1) PRESSURE BOUNDARY (2) is D. (1) PRESSURE BOUNDARY (2) is NOT Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:17 PM 86 Rev FINAL
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- 87. Given the following plant conditions:
- The unit is operating at 100% power Subsequently:
- An inadvertent Safety Injection occurs
- RCS pressure is 2100 psig and rising Which ONE of the following completes the statements below?
For the conditions above, the CSIP alternate mini-flow valves will be (1) .
Safety Injection will be terminated using (2) .
A. (1) SHUT (2) EOP-ES-1.1, SI Termination B. (1) SHUT (2) EOP-E-0, Reactor Trip or Safety Injection C. (1) OPEN (2) EOP-ES-1.1, SI Termination D. (1) OPEN (2) EOP-E-0 Reactor Trip or Safety Injection Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:17 PM 87 Rev FINAL
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- 88. Which ONE of the following completes the statement below regarding the Pressurizer Power-Operated Relief Valves (PORVs)?
In accordance with Technical Specification bases, a SAFETY-RELATED function of the PORVs in Modes 1, 2, and 3 is to .
A. provide automatic pressure control to minimize challenges to the safety valves B. prevent the RCS from being pressurized above its Safety Limit of 2735 psig C. provide manual RCS pressure control for mitigation of a SGTR accident D. prevent RCS overpressurization from occuring during a Turbine Trip Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:17 PM 88 Rev FINAL
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- 89. Given the following plant conditions:
- The unit is operating at 100% power
- At 1000 Emergency Service Water Pumps 1A-SA and 1B-SB are determined to be NOT Operable but Available due to a common cause Subsequently:
- At 1030 a downpower to shutdown the unit is initiated Which ONE of the following completes the statements below?
In accordance with Technical Specification 3.7.4, Plant Systems - Emergency Service Water System, the bases for the Limiting Condition of Operation is to ensure that sufficient cooling capacity is available for continued operation of safety related equipment during (1) conditions.
The LATEST time the unit is required to be in Hot Standby is (2) .
(Reference provided)
A. (1) normal AND accident (2) 1630 B. (1) normal AND accident (2) 1700 C. (1) ONLY accident (2) 1630 D. (1) ONLY accident (2) 1700 Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:17 PM 89 Rev FINAL
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- 90. Given the following plant conditions:
- The unit is in Mode 1
- OST-1029, Containment Penetration Outside Isolation Valve Verification, Monthly Interval, Modes 1-6, was performed satisfactorily on September 30 at midnight
- On November 2 at 0800, it was discovered that OST-1029 was not performed on October 30 as scheduled Which ONE of the following completes the statements below?
For the plant conditions above, the Containment Pre-Entry Purge Makeup and Exhaust Valves (1CP-1, 1CP-4, 1CP-7, and 1CP-10) (1) required to be SEALED shut.
In accordance with Technical Specifications, the LATEST date this surveillance item must be completed satisfactory to be within its specified surveillance interval is (2) .
(Monthly frequency is 31 days)
A. (1) are (2) November 3 B. (1) are (2) November 7 C. (1) are NOT (2) November 3 D. (1) are NOT (2) November 7 Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:17 PM 90 Rev FINAL
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- 91. Given the following plant conditions:
- A load reduction was initiated in accordance with GP-006, Normal Plant Shutdown from Power Operation to Hot Standby (Mode 1 to Mode 3)
The following indications are observed as load is reduced:
Time Power Control Bank C Control Bank D 0600 75% 228 steps 158 steps 0630 70% 228 steps 128 steps 0700 65% 228 steps 113 steps 0730 60% 224 steps 98 steps 0800 55% 216 steps 88 steps Which ONE of the following completes the statement below?
The EARLIEST time that the action statement is required to be entered for Technical Specification 3.1.3.6, Control Rod Insertion Limits, is (1) AND based on the entry time the action required to satisfy the LCO is to (2) .
(Reference provided)
A. (1) 0630 (2) reduce Thermal Power to less than 67% by no later than 1030 B. (1) 0630 (2) restore control banks to within the insertion limit specified by 0830 C. (1) 0730 (2) reduce Thermal Power to less than 51% by no later than 1130 D. (1) 0730 (2) restore control banks to within the insertion limit specified by 0930 Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:17 PM 91 Rev FINAL
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- 92. Given the following plant conditions:
- The unit is operating at 100% power At 0930, Pressurizer (PRZ) level indications are as follows:
- LI-459 is 88% and rising
- LI-460 is 56% and lowering
- LI-461 is 55% and lowering Which ONE of the following completes the statements below?
At 0930, (1) will be in alarm due to the level transmitter failure.
At 1020, the inoperable channel is placed into bypass for testing of other channels.
In accordance with Technical Specification 3.3.1, Instrumentation - Reactor Trip System Instrumentation, the inoperable channel may be bypassed for surveillance testing of the other channels until no LATER than (2) .
A. (1) ALB-009-4-1, PRESSURIZER HIGH LEVEL (2) 1420 B. (1) ALB-009-4-1, PRESSURIZER HIGH LEVEL (2) 1620 C. (1) ALB-009-2-1, PRZ CONT HIGH LEVEL DEVIATION AND HEATERS ON (2) 1420 D. (1) ALB-009-2-1, PRZ CONT HIGH LEVEL DEVIATION AND HEATERS ON (2) 1620 Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:17 PM 92 Rev FINAL
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- 93. At time 0030, the following plant conditions exist:
- The unit is operating at 75% power
- Both Control Bank 'D' step counters indicate 182 steps
- Control Rod H-14 indicates 168 steps on DRPI
- All other Control Bank 'D' rods indicate 180 steps on DRPI
- I&C estimates 8 hours9.259259e-5 days <br />0.00222 hours <br />1.322751e-5 weeks <br />3.044e-6 months <br /> to repair the faulty indicator Which ONE of the following completes the statements below?
ALB-013-8-5, COMPUTER ALARM ROD DEV/SEQ NIS PWR RANGE TILTS, (1) be in alarm due to its Rod to Bank Deviation input.
In accordance with Technical Specification 3.1.3.1, Movable Control Assemblies -
Group height, the LATEST time the High Neutron Flux Setpoint is required to be reduced to less than or 85% of Rated Thermal Power is (2) .
(Reference provided)
A. (1) will (2) 0430 B. (1) will (2) 0630 C. (1) will NOT (1) 0430 D. (1) will NOT (2) 0630 Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:17 PM 93 Rev FINAL
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- 94. Which ONE of the following completes the statement below regarding the refueling process in accordance with AD-NS-ALL-1001, Conduct of Refueling?
With fuel movement in progress, bypassing of fuel handling equipment interlocks which are NOT specified in approved procedures shall require permission of the Refueling SRO and concurrence of the .
A. Shift Manager B. Reactor Engineer C. Reactor Services Supervisor D. Refueling Equipment Engineer Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:17 PM 94 Rev FINAL
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- 95. Given the following:
- A clearance is ready for approval
- The clearance uses single valve isolation System conditions are as follows:
- Pressure is 450 psig
- Temperature is 175°F Which ONE of the following completes the statement below regarding the approval process for this clearance in accordance with AD-OP-ALL-0200, Clearance and Tagging?
The clearance can be approved .
A. using double valve isolation (single valve isolation is not allowed)
B. using single valve isolation without designating as an "Exceptional Clearance" C. using single valve isolation only if it is designated as an "Exceptional Clearance" and approved by the Shift Manager D. using single valve isolation only if it is designated as an "Exceptional Clearance" but approval by the Shift Manager is not required Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:17 PM 95 Rev FINAL
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- 96. Which ONE of the following completes the statement below regarding maintenance activities during a refueling outage in accordance with AD-WC-ALL-0420, Shutdown Risk Management?
REDUCED INVENTORY is a plant condition in which fuel is in the reactor vessel and reactor vessel inventory level is lowered to less than (1) inches below the reactor vessel flange.
The (2) is responsible for confirming organizational readiness for scheduled activities prior to commencing a drain of the reactor coolant system to a reduced inventory condition.
A. (1) 12 (2) Shift Manager B. (1) 12 (2) Shift Outage Manager C. (1) 36 (2) Shift Manager D. (1) 36 (2) Shift Outage Manager Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:17 PM 96 Rev FINAL
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- 97. Given the following:
- An employee was injured and contaminated during a fuel handling accident
- The employee was transported offsite for treatment before he was de-contaminated
- Duke Energy is planning a news release for this event Which ONE of the following completes the statements below?
In accordance with AOP-013, Fuel Handling Accident, (1) is the primary radiological concern for fuel off-loaded more than 6 months ago because it will NOT be detected by personal dosimetry or area radiation monitors.
In accordance with AD-LS-ALL-0006, Notification/Reportability Evaluation, the EARLIEST required NRC notification of this event is within (2) hours.
(Reference provided)
A. (1) Krypton-85 (2) 4 B. (1) Iodine-131 (2) 4 C. (1) Krypton-85 (2) 8 D. (1) Iodine-131 (2) 8 Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:17 PM 97 Rev FINAL
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- 98. Which ONE of the following completes the statements below regarding preparation and approval of a Gaseous Effluent Permit in accordance with OP-120.07, Waste Gas Processing?
(1) is responsible for preparing the permit.
The Control Room Supervisor (2) have the authority to approve the permit.
A. (1) Chemistry (2) does B. (1) Chemistry (2) does NOT C. (1) Radiation Protection (2) does D. (1) Radiation Protection (2) does NOT Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:17 PM 98 Rev FINAL
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- 99. Which ONE of the following completes the statements below in accordance with AD-OP-ALL-0207, Fire Brigade Administrative Controls?
The Incident Commander (1) required to be filled by a Senior Reactor Operator.
In addition to the Incident Commander, a MINIMUM of (2) Fire Brigade member(s) must be knowledgeable of plant safety-related equipment and the affects of fire suppressants on safe shutdown capabilities.
A. (1) is (2) one B. (1) is (2) two C. (1) is NOT (2) one D. (1) is NOT (2) two Wednesday, November 11, 2020 12:34:17 PM 99 Rev FINAL
2020 NRC SRO WRITTEN EXAM FINAL 100. Given the following plant conditions:
- A seismic event has occurred resulting in a small break LOCA inside Containment
- Damage to the intake structure has resulted in a loss of Emergency Service Water
- Containment pressure is 12 psig and rising
- No Containment Spray pumps are running
- Offsite power remains available The crew is currently implementing EOP-E-1, Loss of Reactor or Secondary Coolant.
Which ONE of the following describes restoration of containment cooling?
PROCEDURE TITLES:
AOP-022, Loss of Service Water EOP-FR-Z.1, Response to High Containment Pressure ISG-CC, Containment Cooling A. Continue in EOP-E-1 and perform AOP-022 in parallel to establish Service Water to the Containment Fan Cooler Units.
B. Transition to EOP-FR-Z.1 and perform AOP-022 in parallel to establish Service Water to the Containment Fan Cooler Units.
C. Continue in EOP-E-1 and perform ISG-CC in parallel to supply cooling water using fire water to the Containment Fan Cooler Units.
D. Transition to EOP-FR-Z.1 and perform EOP-E-1 in parallel to re-establish containment cooling using the Containment Spray System.
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2020 NRC SRO Question 77 (2) Reference ELECTRICAL POWER SYSTEMS 3/4.8.2 D.C. SOURCES OPERATING LIMITING CONDITION FOR OPERATION 3.8.2.1 As a minimum, the following D.C. electrical sources shall be OPERABLE:
APPLICABILITY: MODES 1, 2, 3, and 4.
ACTION:
With one of the required D.C. electrical sources inoperable, restore the inoperable D.C. electrical source to OPERABLE status within 2 hours2.314815e-5 days <br />5.555556e-4 hours <br />3.306878e-6 weeks <br />7.61e-7 months <br /> or be in at least HOT STANDBY within the next 6 hours6.944444e-5 days <br />0.00167 hours <br />9.920635e-6 weeks <br />2.283e-6 months <br /> and in COLD SHUTDOWN within the following 30 hours3.472222e-4 days <br />0.00833 hours <br />4.960317e-5 weeks <br />1.1415e-5 months <br />.
SURVEILLANCE REQUIREMENTS 4.8.2.1 Each 125-volt Emergency Battery and charger shall be demonstrated OPERABLE:
- a. At the frequency specified in the Surveillance Frequency Control Program by verifying that:
- 1. The parameters in Table 4.8-2 meet the Category A limits, and
- 2. The total battery terminal voltage is greater than or equal to 129 volts on float charge.
- b. At the frequency specified in the Surveillance Frequency Control Program and within 7 days after a battery discharge with battery terminal voltage below 110 volts, or battery overcharge with battery terminal voltage above 150 volts, by verifying that:
- 1. The parameters in Table 4.8-2 meet the Category B limits,
- 2. There is no visible corrosion at either terminals or connectors, or the connection resistance of these items is less than 150 x 10-6 ohm, and
- 3. The average electrolyte temperature of 10 connected cells is above 70° F.
SHEARON HARRIS - UNIT 1 3/4 8-12 Amendment No. 154
2020 NRC SRO Question 77 (2) Reference ELECTRICAL POWER SYSTEMS D.C. SOURCES OPERATING SURVEILLANCE REQUIREMENTS (CONTINUED)
- c. At the frequency specified in the Surveillance Frequency Control Program by verifying that:
- 1. The cells, cell plates, and battery racks show no visual indication of physical damage or abnormal deterioration,
- 2. The cell-to-cell and terminal connections are clean, tight, and coated with anticorrosion material,
- 3. The resistance of each cell-to-cell and terminal connection is less than or equal to 150 x 10-6 ohm, and
- 4. The battery charger will supply at least 150 amperes at greater than or equal to 125 volts for at least 4 hours4.62963e-5 days <br />0.00111 hours <br />6.613757e-6 weeks <br />1.522e-6 months <br />.
- d. At the frequency specified in the Surveillance Frequency Control Program, during shutdown, by verifying that the battery capacity is adequate to supply and maintain in OPERABLE status all of the actual or simulated emergency loads for the design duty cycle when the battery is subjected to a battery service test;
- e. At the frequency specified in the Surveillance Frequency Control Program, during shutdown, by verifying that the battery capacity is at least 80% of the manufacturer's rating when subjected to a performance discharge test. At the frequency specified in the Surveillance Frequency Control Program, this performance discharge test may be performed in lieu of the battery service test required by Specification 4.8.2.1d.; and
- f. At least once per 18 months, during shutdown, by giving performance discharge tests of battery capacity to any battery that shows signs of degradation or has reached 85% of the service life expected for the application. Degradation is indicated when the battery capacity drops more than 10% of rated capacity from its average on previous performance tests, or is below 90% of the manufacturer's rating.
SHEARON HARRIS - UNIT 1 3/4 8-13 Amendment No. 154
2020 NRC SRO Question 77 (2) Reference 2020 NRC SRO Question 83 (8) Reference 3/4.3 INSTRUMENTATION 3/4.3.1 REACTOR TRIP SYSTEM INSTRUMENTATION LIMITING CONDITION FOR OPERATION 3.3.1 As a minimum, the Reactor Trip System instrumentation channels and interlocks of Table 3.3-1 shall be OPERABLE.
APPLICABILITY: As shown in Table 3.3-1.
ACTION: As shown in Table 3.3-1.
SURVEILLANCE REQUIREMENTS 4.3.1.1 Each Reactor Trip System instrumentation channels and interlock and the automatic trip logic shall be demonstrated OPERABLE by the performance of the Reactor Trip System Instrumentation Surveillance Requirements specified in Table 4.3-1.
4.3.1.2 The REACTOR TRIP SYSTEM RESPONSE TIME of each Reactor trip function shall be verified to be within its limit, specified in the Technical Specification Equipment List Program, plant procedure PLP-106, at the frequency specified in the Surveillance Frequency Control Program.
SHEARON HARRIS - UNIT 1 3/4 3-1 Amendment No. 154
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2020 NRC SRO Question 83 (8) Reference 2020 NRC SRO Question 86 (11) Reference 2020 NRC SRO Question 86 (11) Reference REACTOR COOLANT SYSTEM OPERATIONAL LEAKAGE SURVEILLANCE REQUIREMENTS 4.4.6.2.1 Reactor Coolant System operational leakages shall be demonstrated, at the frequency specified in the Surveillance Frequency Control Program, to be within each of the above limits by:
- a. Monitoring the containment Airborne Gaseous or Particulate Radioactivity Monitor;
- b. Monitoring the containment sump inventory and Flow Monitoring System;
- c. Measurement of the CONTROLLED LEAKAGE to the reactor coolant pump seals when the Reactor Coolant System pressure is 2235 +/- 20 psig with the modulating valve fully open. The provisions of Specification 4.0.4 are not applicable for entry into MODE 3 or 4;
- d. Performance of a Reactor Coolant System water inventory balance*; and
- e. Monitoring the Reactor Head Flange Leakoff System.
4.4.6.2.2 Each Reactor Coolant System Pressure Isolation Valve specified in Table 3.4-1 shall be demonstrated OPERABLE by verifying leakage to be within its limit:
- a. At the frequency specified in the Surveillance Frequency Control Program,
- b. Prior to entering MODE 2 whenever the plant has been in COLD SHUTDOWN for 7 days or more and if leakage testing has not been performed in the previous 9 months,
- c. Prior to returning the valve to service following maintenance, repair or replacement work on the valve, and
- d. Within 24 hours2.777778e-4 days <br />0.00667 hours <br />3.968254e-5 weeks <br />9.132e-6 months <br /> following valve actuation due to automatic or manual action or flow through the valve.
The provisions of Specification 4.0.4 are not applicable for entry into MODE 3 or 4.
4.4.6.2.3 Primary-to-secondary leakage shall be verified to be 150 gallons per day through any one steam generator at the frequency specified in the Surveillance Frequency Control Program **.
- Not required to be performed until 12 hours1.388889e-4 days <br />0.00333 hours <br />1.984127e-5 weeks <br />4.566e-6 months <br /> after establishment of steady-state operation. Not applicable to primary-to-secondary leakage.
- Not required to be performed until 12 hours1.388889e-4 days <br />0.00333 hours <br />1.984127e-5 weeks <br />4.566e-6 months <br /> after establishment of steady-state operation.
SHEARON HARRIS - UNIT 1 3/4 4-24 Amendment No. 154
2020 NRC SRO Question 86 (11) Reference 2020 NRC SRO Question 86 (11) Reference 2020 NRC SRO Question 89 (14) Reference PLANT SYSTEMS 3/4.7.4 EMERGENCY SERVICE WATER SYSTEM LIMITING CONDITION FOR OPERATION 3.7.4 At least two independent emergency service water loops shall be OPERABLE.
APPLICABILITY: MODES 1, 2, 3, and 4.
ACTION:
With only one emergency service water loop OPERABLE, restore at least two loops to OPERABLE status within 72 hour8.333333e-4 days <br />0.02 hours <br />1.190476e-4 weeks <br />2.7396e-5 months <br />s* or be in at least HOT STANDBY within the next 6 hours6.944444e-5 days <br />0.00167 hours <br />9.920635e-6 weeks <br />2.283e-6 months <br /> and in COLD SHUTDOWN within the following 30 hours3.472222e-4 days <br />0.00833 hours <br />4.960317e-5 weeks <br />1.1415e-5 months <br />.
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- The B Train emergency service water loop is allowed to be inoperable for a total of 7 days to allow for maintenance on the Essential Services Chilled Water System and air handlers supported by the Essential Services Chilled Water System. Prior to exceeding 72 hours8.333333e-4 days <br />0.02 hours <br />1.190476e-4 weeks <br />2.7396e-5 months <br />, the compensatory measures described in HNP LAR correspondence letter RA-19-0007 shall be implemented.
SURVEILLANCE REQUIREMENTS 4.7.4 At least two emergency service water loops shall be demonstrated OPERABLE:
- a. At the frequency specified in the Surveillance Frequency Control Program by verifying that each valve (manual, power-operated, or automatic) servicing safety-related equipment that is not locked, sealed, or otherwise secured in position is in its correct position; and
- b. At the frequency specified in the Surveillance Frequency Control Program by verifying that:
- 1. Each automatic valve servicing safety-related equipment or isolating non-safety portions of the system actuates to its correct position on a Safety Injection test signal, and
- 2. Each emergency service water pump and each emergency service water booster pump starts automatically on a Safety Injection test signal.
SHEARON HARRIS - UNIT 1 3/4 7-12 Amendment No.
2020 NRC SRO Question 91 (16) Reference REACTIVITY CONTROL SYSTEMS CONTROL ROD INSERTION LIMITS LIMITING CONDITION FOR OPERATION 3.1.3.6 The control banks shall be limited in physical insertion as specified in the CORE OPERATING LIMITS REPORT (COLR).
APPLICABILITY: MODES 1* and 2* **
ACTION:
With the control banks inserted beyond the insertion limit specified in the COLR, except for surveillance testing pursuant to Specification 4.1.3.1.2:
- a. Restore the control banks to within the insertion limit specified in the COLR within 2 hours2.314815e-5 days <br />5.555556e-4 hours <br />3.306878e-6 weeks <br />7.61e-7 months <br />, or
- b. Reduce THERMAL POWER within 2 hours2.314815e-5 days <br />5.555556e-4 hours <br />3.306878e-6 weeks <br />7.61e-7 months <br /> to less than or equal to that fraction of RATED THERMAL POWER which is allowed by the bank position using the insertion limits specified in the COLR, or
- c. Be in at least HOT STANDBY within 6 hours6.944444e-5 days <br />0.00167 hours <br />9.920635e-6 weeks <br />2.283e-6 months <br />.
SURVEILLANCE REQUIREMENTS 4.1.3.6 The position of each control bank shall be determined to be within the insertion limit specified in the COLR at the frequency specified in the Surveillance Frequency Control Program except during time intervals when the rod insertion limit monitor is inoperable, then verify the individual rod positions at least once per 4 hours4.62963e-5 days <br />0.00111 hours <br />6.613757e-6 weeks <br />1.522e-6 months <br />.
- See Special Test Exceptions Specifications 3.10.2 and 3.10.3.
- With Keff greater than or equal to 1.
SHEARON HARRIS - UNIT 1 3/4 1-21 Amendment No. 161
2020 NRC SRO Question 91 (16) Reference FIGURE 3.1-2 ROD GROUP INSERTION LIMITS VERSUS THERMAL POWER, THREE LOOP OPERATION This figure is deleted from Technical Specifications, and is controlled by the CORE OPERATING LIMITS REPORT.
SHEARON HARRIS - UNIT 1 3/4 1-22 Amendment No. 161
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remain valid for the duration of operation under these conditions; b) The SHUTDOWN MARGIN requirement of Specification 3.1.1.1 is determined at least once per 12 hours1.388889e-4 days <br />0.00333 hours <br />1.984127e-5 weeks <br />4.566e-6 months <br />; c) A power distribution map is obtained from the movable incore detectors and FQ(Z) and F are verified to be within their limits within 72 hours8.333333e-4 days <br />0.02 hours <br />1.190476e-4 weeks <br />2.7396e-5 months <br />; and d) The THERMAL POWER level is reduced to less than or equal to 75% of RATED THERMAL POWER within the next hour and within the following 4 hours4.62963e-5 days <br />0.00111 hours <br />6.613757e-6 weeks <br />1.522e-6 months <br /> the High Neutron Flux Trip Setpoint is reduced to less than or equal to 85% of RATED THERMAL POWER.
SURVEILLANCE REQUIREMENTS 4.1.3.1.1 The position of each rod shall be determined to be within the group demand limit by verifying the individual rod positions at the frequency specified in the Surveillance Frequency Control Program except during time intervals when the rod position deviation monitor is inoperable, then verify the group positions at least once per 4 hours4.62963e-5 days <br />0.00111 hours <br />6.613757e-6 weeks <br />1.522e-6 months <br />.
4.1.3.1.2 Each rod not fully inserted in the core shall be determined to be OPERABLE by movement of at least 10 steps in any one direction at the frequency specified in the Surveillance Frequency Control Program.
SHEARON HARRIS - UNIT 1 3/4 1-15 Amendment No. 154
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4-HOUR NOTIFICATIONS TO THE NRC EVENT KEYWORDS REQUIREMENT GUIDANCE, EXAMPLES AND OPERATING EXPERIENCE SHUTDOWN REQUIRED BY Shutdown The initiation of any shutdown x Reactor is in MODEs 1 or 2 and the Control Room takes action to TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION (TS) TS Shutdown required by the TS reduce power (i.e., negative reactivity insertion) in order to comply Power with a Required Action to be in MODE 3 within a Completion Time.
Reduction Reduction in power for some other purpose than compliance with the shutdown requirement is not reportable. MODE changes 10 CFR 50.72(b)(2)(i) required by TS when reactor is in MODEs 3, 4, or other non-power conditions, are not reportable.
x If allowed outage time plus required shutdown time to MODE 3 is less than the expected restoration time of the LCO and power is reduced in anticipation of the required shutdown, the shutdown is reportable (includes any TS Safety Limit violation).
x GOE A.3 job aid located on Fleet Regulatory Affairs SharePoint x NEI 18-09 Templates located on Fleet Regulatory Affairs SharePoint x NUREG 1022, Event Reporting Guidelines 10 CFR 50.72 and 50.73 EMERGENCY CORE COOLING ECCS Any event that results or should x Manual or automatic Safety Injection System actuation in response SYSTEM (ECCS) DISCHARGE Actuation Safety have resulted in emergency core to a valid signal that resulted in or should have resulted in Injection cooling system (ECCS) discharge into the reactor coolant system.
INTO REACTOR COOLANT discharge into the reactor coolant x GOE A.9, 11 job aids located on Fleet Regulatory Affairs SYSTEM (RCS) system as a result of a valid SharePoint signal except when the actuation x NUREG 1022, Event Reporting Guidelines 10 CFR 50.72 and results from and is part 50.73 10 CFR 50.72(b)(2)(iv)(A) of a pre-planned sequence during testing or reactor operation.
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4-HOUR NOTIFICATIONS TO THE NRC EVENT KEYWORDS REQUIREMENT GUIDANCE, EXAMPLES AND OPERATING EXPERIENCE RPS INITIATION RPS Actuation Any event or condition that x Manual or automatic reactor trip from critical through RTP of (MANUAL/AUTOMATIC) DURING Reactor results in actuation of the Reactor 100%. Trips which occur as part of planned evolutions in Protection Protection System (RPS) when accordance with procedures are not reportable.
OPERATION System the reactor is critical except when x GOE A.10, 11 job aids located on Fleet Regulatory Affairs RPS the actuation results from and is SharePoint part of a pre-planned sequence 10 CFR 50.72(b)(2)(iv)(B) Reactor Trip x NEI 18-09 Templates located on Fleet Regulatory Affairs during testing or reactor SharePoint operation.
x NUREG 1022, Event Reporting Guidelines 10 CFR 50.72 and 50.73
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PRESS RELEASES AND News Release Any event or situation, related to x Any News release concerning GOVERNMENT NOTIFICATIONS Press the health and safety of the A fatality Radio public or on-site personnel, or Inadvertent release of radioactively contaminated materials to Television protection of the environment, for public areas Fatality which a news release is planned 10 CFR 50.72(b)(2)(xi) unusual or abnormal releases of radioactive effluents, or Environment or notification to other 10 CFR 72.75(b)(2) Public government agencies has been Information associated with an Emergency Event except when or will be made. Such an event the ERO is activated Health and may include an on-site fatality or Safety Release x Notification to other government agencies concerning:
inadvertent release of ISFSI A fatality on site, radioactively contaminated materials. Health and safety of the public or site personnel, x Non-fatal injuries that are reported to Inadvertent release of radioactively contaminated materials to OSHA are NOT required to be public areas, reported to the NRC Discovered endangered species kill.
x Licensees are required to notify the Notifications to the National Response Center (EPA)
NRC within 4 hours4.62963e-5 days <br />0.00111 hours <br />6.613757e-6 weeks <br />1.522e-6 months <br /> of whichever of x The North Carolina Wildlife Commission's Sea Turtle Coordinator the following occurs first: (NCSTC) is notified of each sea turtle recovery. A report per 10 A plan to report to either the press CFR 50.72(b)(2)(xi) is required when:
or another government agency is A dead turtle is recovered approved by an individual OR authorized to make the final After consultation with the NCSTC, it is determined that an decision injured turtle requires rehabilitation versus release.
OR A report has actually been made The NRC notification is required no later than 4 hrs after to the press or another consultation with the NCSTC when either of these conditions is government agency. met.
x GOE A.15, D.14, 15, 16, 17 and E.6 job aids located on Fleet Regulatory Affairs SharePoint x NEI 18-09 Templates located on Fleet Regulatory Affairs SharePoint x NUREG 1022, Event Reporting Guidelines 10 CFR 50.72 and 50.73
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4-HOUR NOTIFICATIONS TO THE NRC EVENT KEYWORDS REQUIREMENT GUIDANCE, EXAMPLES AND OPERATING EXPERIENCE LOSS OR THEFT OF LICENSED Loss Theft x Immediately notify the NRC, after its x A radiography source is discovered missing. The source is MATERIAL Missing occurrence becomes known, any lost, licensed to the radiography contractor. If the contractor does not Licensed stolen, or missing licensed material in make the required notification, the site should notify the NRC (GREATER THAN 1000X 10 CFR Operations Center via ETS.
Radioactive an aggregate quantity equal to or 20 LIMITS) Material greater than 1,000 times the quantity x GOE B.9 job aid located on Fleet Regulatory Affairs SharePoint specified in [10 CFR 20] Appendix C Recovery under such circumstances that it 10 CFR 20.2201 appears to the site's SEP that an exposure could result to persons in unrestricted areas.
Follow-up written report required within subsequent 30 days.
x [RNP] If the lost, stolen, or missing source exceeds a Quantity of Concern as specified in HPP-018, Control and Inventory of Radioactive Sources, then the NRC desires to be notified within 4 hours4.62963e-5 days <br />0.00111 hours <br />6.613757e-6 weeks <br />1.522e-6 months <br /> of any subsequent recovery of the source.
ISFSI - DEPARTURE FROM ISFSI An action taken in an emergency x Action taken in an emergency that departs from procedure that is LICENSE CONDITION Emergency that departs from a condition or a deemed necessary to prevent releases or radiation doses to the Departure technical specification contained public in excess of 10 CFR 20 limits Deviation in a license or certificate of Refer to AD-HU-ALL-0004, Procedure and Work Instruction Health and compliance issued under Use and Adherence.
Safety License 10 CFR 72 when the action is x GOE A.6 job aid located on Fleet Regulatory Affairs SharePoint Condition immediately needed to protect the public health and safety and no action consistent with license conditions or technical specifications that can provide adequate or equivalent protection is immediately apparent.
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4-HOUR NOTIFICATIONS TO THE NRC EVENT KEYWORDS REQUIREMENT GUIDANCE, EXAMPLES AND OPERATING EXPERIENCE UNAUTHORIZED ENTRY Unauthorized Immediately notify the Local Law Refer to AD-SY-ALL-0150, Attachment 1, Table 10.0, 10 CFR Part 37 RESULTS IN ACTUAL OR Entry Enforcement Agency (LLEA) Events Table.
Theft Sabotage after determining that an ATTEMPTED THEFT, SABOTAGE, unauthorized entry resulted in Diversion OR DIVERSION OF A CATEGORY actual or attempted theft, Radioactive sabotage, or diversion of a 1 OR CATEGORY 2 QUANTITY OF Material Category 1 or Category 2 RADIOACTIVE MATERIAL Category quantity of radioactive material.
Notify NRC Operations Center not later than 4 hours4.62963e-5 days <br />0.00111 hours <br />6.613757e-6 weeks <br />1.522e-6 months <br /> after the 10 CFR 37.57(a) discovery of any attempted or actual theft, sabotage, or diversion.
x Follow-up written report required within subsequent 30 days.
CYBER ATTACK Attack, After discovery of a cyber attack x A CDA that was isolated or on a protected network was found to Unauthorized that could have caused an be connected to an unprotected network (wired or wireless) and Access, adverse impact to safety related cyber security controls (e.g., activity logs, antivirus protection, an 10 CFR 73.77(a)(2) Security, or important-to-safety functions, intrusion detection system, etc.) indicated the pathway had been Compromised security functions, or emergency exploited as evidenced by the presence of malware or 10 CFR 73.77(a)(2)(i) Systems and preparedness functions unauthorized access/activity had occurred.
10 CFR 73.77(a)(2)(ii) Equipment, (including offsite x An unauthorized transmitter (e.g., wireless router, modem) or 10 CFR 73.77(a)(2)(iii) Critical Digital communications); or that could unauthorized portable media (e.g., memory stick, smart phone)
Assets, have compromised support was attached or connected to a CDA, and cyber security controls Tampering, systems and equipment, which if (e.g., activity logs, antivirus protection, an intrusion detection Digital, compromised, could have system, etc.) indicated the pathway had been exploited as Computer, adversely impacted safety, evidenced by the presence of malware or unauthorized Cyber, security, or emergency access/activity had occurred.
Communication preparedness functions within x GOE C.25 job aid located on Fleet Regulatory Affairs SharePoint Systems, the scope of 10 CFR 73.54.
Network, logs, x Refer to NGD-CYB-1902-0001, Cyber Security Event Reporting virus, malware (10 CFR 73.77), for guidance on "could have caused".
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4-HOUR NOTIFICATIONS TO THE NRC EVENT KEYWORDS REQUIREMENT GUIDANCE, EXAMPLES AND OPERATING EXPERIENCE CYBER ATTACK After discovery of a suspected or x The degradation or failure of a CDA or of the cyber security actual cyber attack initiated by controls that protect CDAs that is indicative of unauthorized and personnel with physical or malicious activity (e.g., cyber attack, physical tampering), and 10 CFR 73.77(a)(2) electronic access to digital could have but does not have an immediate or adverse impact on computer and communication SSEP functions because, for example, the CDA has an analog 10 CFR 73.77(a)(2)(i) systems and networks within the backup. This does not include common degradations or failures 10 CFR 73.77(a)(2)(ii) scope of 10 CFR 73.54. such as mechanical or electrical.
10 CFR 73.77(a)(2)(iii) x A cyber attack, (e.g., virus or worm logic bomb initiated by an intentional and malicious act) on a CDA, CS or protected network, that could have, but did not cause an adverse impact to SSEP functions or that could have compromised support systems and equipment, which if compromised, could have adversely impacted SSEP functions.
x GOE C.25 job aid located on Fleet Regulatory Affairs SharePoint
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4-HOUR NOTIFICATIONS TO THE NRC EVENT KEYWORDS REQUIREMENT GUIDANCE, EXAMPLES AND OPERATING EXPERIENCE Attack, After notification of a local, State, x A cyber attack that caused an adverse impact to a CDAs and/or Unauthorized or other Federal agency (e.g., CSs confidentiality, integrity or availability, could have but did not Access, law enforcement, FBI, etc.) of an cause an adverse impact to SSEP functions or that could have Security, event related to the licensees compromised support systems and equipment, which if Compromised implementation of their cyber compromised, could have adversely impacted SSEP functions. For Systems and security program for digital example, if a remote digital control to an active vehicle barrier has Equipment, computer and communication been disabled (e.g., loss of communications due to an intentional Critical Digital systems and networks within the and malicious act), but the barrier is in the denial position and has Assets, scope of § 73.54 that does not not and will not allow unauthorized access as a result of the cyber (continued) Tampering, otherwise require a notification attack.
Digital, under paragraph (a) of this x Control of a mobile or portable media device (PMD) is lost or Computer, section. misplaced and there are signs of malicious exploitation. For Cyber, example, a PMD used for maintenance and testing is misplaced or Communication lost, if the PMD is recovered and shows signs of malicious Systems, tampering (e.g., physical tampering, malware installed, etc.) or Network, logs, PMDs that are maintained and tested by the lost or misplaced virus, malware PMD show signs of malicious exploitation (e.g., malware, unauthorized access/activity).
x GOE C.25 job aid located on Fleet Regulatory Affairs SharePoint
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8-HOUR NOTIFICATIONS TO THE NRC EVENT KEYWORDS REQUIREMENT GUIDANCE, EXAMPLES AND OPERATING EXPERIENCE PRINCIPAL SAFETY Degraded x Any event or condition that results in the x Fuel cladding failures in the reactor, or in the storage pool, that exceed BARRIERS SERIOUSLY Safety condition of the nuclear power plant, expected values, or that are unique or widespread, or that are caused by Barriers including its principal safety barriers, unexpected factors, and would involve a release of significant quantities DEGRADED Fission of fission products being seriously degraded; Product x ENS notifications and LERs are required x Cracks and breaks in the piping or reactor vessel, or major components Barrier if a Degraded or Unanalyzed Condition in the reactor coolant system that have safety relevance (steam 10 CFR 50.7(3)(ii)(A) occurred within 3 years of the date of generators, reactor coolant pumps, valves, etc.)
discovery, even if the event is not on- x Significant welding or material defects in the RCS going at the time of discovery x Low temperature overpressure transients where the pressure temperature limits are violated x Loss of relief and/or safety valve functions during operation x Loss of Containment function or integrity x Complete loss of containment integrity function including (1) containment leakage rate greater than allowed value per TS x GOE A.7 job aid located on Fleet Regulatory Affairs SharePoint x NEI 18-09 Templates located on Fleet Regulatory Affairs SharePoint x NUREG 1022, Event Reporting Guidelines 10 CFR 50.72 and 50.73 UNANALYZED PLANT Safety x Any event or condition that results in the x GOE A, 7, 18 job aids located on Fleet Regulatory Affairs SharePoint CONDITION Function nuclear power plant being in an x NEI 18-09 Templates located on Fleet Regulatory Affairs SharePoint Unanalyzed unanalyzed condition that significantly x NUREG 1022, Event Reporting Guidelines 10 CFR 50.72 and 50.73 Condition degrades plant safety.
10 CFR 50.72(b)(3)(ii)(B) x ENS notification and LER are required if a seriously degraded principal safety barrier or unanalyzed condition that significantly degraded plant safety occurred within 3 years of the date of discovery, even if the event is not on-going at the time of discovery.
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8-HOUR NOTIFICATIONS TO THE NRC EVENT KEYWORDS REQUIREMENT GUIDANCE, EXAMPLES AND OPERATING EXPERIENCE LOSS OF EMERGENCY Duke Energy Any event that results in a major loss of x Guidance listed in site-specific Equipment Important to Emergency ASSESSMENT, OFF-SITE Emergency emergency assessment capability, off-site Response (EITER) documents RESPONSE, OR Management Network response capability, or communications x GOE A. 16 job aid located on Fleet Regulatory Affairs SharePoint COMMUNICATIONS CAPABILITY (DEMNET) capability (e.g., significant portion of control room indication, ETS, or off-site notification x NUREG 1022, Event Reporting Guidelines 10 CFR 50.72 and 50.73
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Sirens 10 CFR 50.72(b)(3)(xiii) ETS ERFIS ERDS
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8-HOUR NOTIFICATIONS TO THE NRC EVENT KEYWORDS REQUIREMENT GUIDANCE, EXAMPLES AND OPERATING EXPERIENCE RPS/SAFETY SYSTEM Manual Any event or condition that results x Auxiliary Feedwater initiation/actuation INITIATION Automatic in valid actuation of any of the x Reactor Trip (Manual/Automatic) while subcritical Actuation systems listed below except when (MANUAL/AUTOMATIC) x Reactor Trip while critical is reportable per Attachment 2, Four Hour Engineered the actuation results from and is Notifications to the NRC Safety part of a pre-planned sequence Feature ESF during testing or reactor operation. x EDG start due to an undervoltage trip signal on emergency bus E1 or E2 10 CFR 50.72(b)(3)(iv)(A)(B) x A single train of Containment Isolation actuates Valid The systems to which the Clearance requirements of this paragraph x A valid signal for Containment Ventilation Isolation occurs RPS apply are: x Valid actuations are those actuations that result from "valid signals" or Actuation x Reactor Protection System (RPS) from intentional manual initiation, unless it is part of a preplanned test.
Reactor including: reactor scram and reactor trip. Valid signals are those signals that are initiated in response to actual Protection plant conditions or parameters satisfying the requirements for the x General containment isolation signals System RPS initiation of the safety function of the system. They do not include affecting containment isolation valves in actuations which are the result of other signals. (NUREG 1022)
Reactor Trip more than one system or multiple Main Steam Isolation Valves (MSIVs). x Invalid actuations are, by definition, those that do not meet the criteria for being valid. Thus invalid actuations include actuations that are not the x Emergency Core Cooling Systems result of valid signals and are not intentional manual actuations.
(ECCS) for Pressurized Water Reactors (PWRs) including: high-head, Except for actuations of the Reactor Protection System (RPS) when intermediate-head, and low-head the reactor is critical or in MODE 1, invalid actuations are not injection systems and the low pressure reportable by telephone under 10 CFR 50.72. In addition, invalid injection function of residual (decay) actuations are not reportable under 10 CFR 50.73 in any of the heat removal systems. following:
x PWR auxiliary or emergency feedwater The invalid actuation occurred when the system is already properly system. removed from service. This means all requirements of plant procedures for removing equipment from service have been met. It x Containment heat removal and includes required clearance documentation, equipment and control depressurization systems, including board tagging, and properly positioned valves/power supply breakers.
containment spray and fan cooler x The invalid actuation occurs after the safety function has already been systems.
completed. An example would be RPS actuation after the control rods x Emergency AC electrical power have already been inserted into the core systems, including: Emergency Diesel x GOE A.11 job aid located on Fleet Regulatory Affairs SharePoint Generators (EDGs) x NEI 18-09 Templates located on Fleet Regulatory Affairs SharePoint x NUREG 1022, Event Reporting Guidelines 10 CFR 50.72 and 50.73
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8-HOUR NOTIFICATIONS TO THE NRC EVENT KEYWORDS REQUIREMENT GUIDANCE, EXAMPLES AND OPERATING EXPERIENCE CONDITION THAT COULD Loss of x Any event or condition that at the time of x Loss of one Train of required equipment, and the cause of the failure PREVENT FULFILLMENT Safety discovery could have prevented the could fail the other train, and there is a reasonable expectation that the Function fulfillment of the safety function of other train would not fulfill its safety function if required OF SAFETY FUNCTIONS Residual Heat structures or systems that are needed Contaminated lubrication fluid degrades Safety Injection (SI) Pump Mitigation to: operation (a single condition could prevent fulfillment of a safety Shutdown Shut down the reactor and maintain function if both trains could be reasonably expected to be inoperable).
10 CFR 50.72(b)(3)(v) Generic it in a safe shutdown condition EDG Air Start Solenoids (if it demonstrates a design, procedural, or Setpoint Drift Remove residual heat equipment deficiency that could prevent the fulfillment of a safety Engineering function, i.e., if both diesels are susceptible to same problem)
Evaluation Control the release of radioactive Operability material x Multiple Control Rod failures (if failure prevented fulfillment of a safety Determination function)
Mitigate the consequences of an Common accident x Operator action to inhibit the RPS (actions would prevent fulfillment of a Mode Failure safety function) x Events covered in this section may x There is a determination that the SSC is inoperable in a required mode or include one or more procedural errors, other specified condition in the TS Applicability equipment failures, and/or discovery of design, analysis, fabrication, x Safety-related SSCs in certain Modes (ex. Refueling) determined by the construction, and/or procedural NRC to be required for defense in depth (i.e., not credited in UFSAR inadequacies. However, individual Chapter 6 or 15 accident analyses).
component failures need not be reported x The level of judgment for reporting an event or condition under this in accordance with this paragraph if criterion is a "reasonable expectation" of preventing fulfillment of a safety redundant equipment in the same function. For SSCs that has been declared inoperable, the SSC capability system was operable and available to is degraded to a point where it cannot perform with reasonable perform the required safety function. expectation or reliability.
x No Event Notification [i.e., per 10 CFR 50.72(b)(3)(v)] is required for Note: The 8- hour notification is required for conditions which could have prevented fulfillment of the safety function conditions that existed at the time of that are discovered when the affected system is INOPERABLE or when discovery only. If the condition did not exist the affected system is INOPERABLE but considered available. If the at the time of discovery within the previous condition is discovered when the system is OPERABLE, an EN will be 3 years, an LER per made per 10 CFR 50.72(b)(3)(v).
10 CFR 50.73(a)(2)(v) is still required.
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8-HOUR NOTIFICATIONS TO THE NRC EVENT KEYWORDS REQUIREMENT GUIDANCE, EXAMPLES AND OPERATING EXPERIENCE
[BNP] RCIC INOPERABILITY is NOT reportable as a single train system per 10 CFR 50.72(b)(3)(v)(d). TS Basis 3.5.3 states that the RCIC System is not an ESF system and no credit is taken in the safety analysis for RCIC System operation. As such, consistent with (continued) Example 2 on NUREG 1022, Revision 3, RCIC Failure is not reportable under 10 CFR 50.72(b)(3)(v)(d).
x GOE A.12, 12 job aids located on Fleet Regulatory Affairs SharePoint x NEI 18-09 Templates located on Fleet Regulatory Affairs SharePoint x NUREG 1022, Event Reporting Guidelines 10 CFR 50.72 and 50.73 ISFSI - DEFECT ISFSI A defect in any spent fuel storage x A defect discovered in the design or construction of ISFSI units that could IMPORTANT TO SAFETY Defect Safety structure, system, or component result in releases or radiation doses to the public in excess of 10 CFR 20 that is important to safety. limits.
x GOE A.24, B23 job aids located on Fleet Regulatory Affairs SharePoint 10 CFR 72.75(c)(1)
ISFSI - REDUCTION IN ISFSI A significant reduction in the x Wear or degradation of ISFSI units that could result in releases or EFFECTIVENESS Confinement effectiveness of any spent fuel radiation doses to the public in excess of 10 CFR 20 limits.
Reduction storage cask confinement system x GOE B.23 job aid located on Fleet Regulatory Affairs SharePoint Effectiveness during use.
TRANSPORT OF Contaminate Any event requiring the transport of Any event requiring the transport of a radioactively contaminated or CONTAMINATED INJURED Injured a radioactively contaminated potentially contaminated person to an off-site medical facility for treatment.
Person person to an off-site medical facility x GOE B.5 job aid located on Fleet Regulatory Affairs SharePoint PATIENT Medical for treatment. x NEI 18-09 Templates located on Fleet Regulatory Affairs SharePoint Transport Rescue x NUREG 1022, Event Reporting Guidelines 10 CFR 50.72 and 50.73 10 CFR 50.72(b)(3)(xii) Hospital 10 CFR 72.75(c)(3) ISFSI
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8-HOUR NOTIFICATIONS TO THE NRC EVENT KEYWORDS REQUIREMENT GUIDANCE, EXAMPLES AND OPERATING EXPERIENCE CYBER ATTACK Unauthorized As stated in 10 CFR 73.77(a)(3) x Personnel or persons with an uncommon level of interest or making Inquiries, licensees are required to notify the abnormal inquiries related to specific attributes of the licensee's cyber Unauthorized NRC within eight hours after receipt security program (e.g., CDAs, CSs, cyber security controls) or 10 CFR 73.77(a)(3) Access, or collection of information vulnerabilities associated with the cyber security program. Such interests Security, regarding observed behavior, or inquiries could occur onsite or offsite (e.g., cyber security symposium)
Compromised activities, or statements that may by personnel, vendors, or contractors, or non- employees that do not Systems and indicate intelligence gathering or have a need-to-know (e.g., are not part of, or support, the licensee's Equipment, pre- operational planning related to cyber security program). This does not include generic public or media need- to- a cyber attack against digital inquiries related to plant operations, safety, etc. (i.e., these inquiries are know, Critical computer, and communication targeted).
Digital systems and networks that fall GOE C.26 job aid located on Fleet Regulatory Affairs SharePoint Assets, within the scope of 10 CFR 73.54.
Tampering, Generally, eight-hour notifications Digital, x Unauthorized personnel in a static position in vicinity of the plant should include behavior, activities, (protected area) that are in possession and operating equipment Computer, or statements that are coordinated Cyber, (e.g., laptop, Yagi antenna) capable of scanning for wireless networks.
or targeted. This does not include devices such as personal electronic devices Communicati on Systems, Additionally, licensees should (e.g., smartphones) carried by visitors that are configured to search or evaluate events that are not join wireless networks (i.e., these activities are targeted).
Network reportable under this requirement x The recognition of the theft or suspicious loss of smart cards, tokens, or for reporting or recording under the other "two factor" authentication devices required for accessing a CDA or other provisions of 10 CFR 73.77. CS.
x The detection of forged or fabricated smart cards, tokens or other "two factor" authentication devices required for accessing a CDA/CS or performing authorization activities.
x The detection of falsified identification badges, key cards, or other access-control devices that allow unauthorized individuals access to a CDA or CS.
x A targeted spear phishing email (payload) followed- up with a telephone call to the targeted individual attempting to trigger the spear phishing email (social engineering) with intent to adversely impact an SSEP function. Investigation reveals the attempt is credible and involves or has the potential to involve digital computer, computer communication system or network under the scope of the Cyber Security Rule.
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8-HOUR NOTIFICATIONS TO THE NRC EVENT KEYWORDS REQUIREMENT GUIDANCE, EXAMPLES AND OPERATING EXPERIENCE x The recognition of the exfiltration of data (intelligence gathering) from an unprotected network from an unknown source, in conjunction with malware (payload) that was surreptitiously delivered and executed by the (continued) unknown source without licensee knowledge.
x A website posting or notification indicating a planned cyber attack against the plant.
NOTE: The Corrective Action Program (CAP) is used to record vulnerabilities, weaknesses, failures and deficiencies in the cyber security program as well as record EIGHT HOUR NOTIFICATIONS, within 24 hours2.777778e-4 days <br />0.00667 hours <br />3.968254e-5 weeks <br />9.132e-6 months <br /> of their discovery.