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| Start date | Reporting criterion | Title | Event description | System | LER | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENS 40035 | 30 July 2003 04:00:00 | Agreement State | Agreement State Report on Damaged Generally Licensed Level Gauge | On 7/28/03 Wheelabrator became aware that a TN (Texas Nuclear) Level Gauge, Cs-137 100 mCi (milli Curie) (Model Number: 5197) SN # B728 (SS&D No. TX634D119B) had gone missing. Plant was in shutdown and work was being performed on the associated hopper. The gauge was removed not following standard procedure. A search of the premises was conducted with negative results. A consultant was hired, and located the gauge in a scrap metal pile on the morning of 7/30/03. The shielding was partially melted away, it was surmised that the gauge may have passed through the boiler. The consultant performed radiation surveys and placed the gauge in a metal container in the storage area. The manufacturer was contacted, arrangements will be made to return the gauge. Cause description: Gauge removed from frame to accommodate work taking place on hopper (steel replacement). Precipitating factor: Not secured in storage area; typically used a secure holding area prior to shipping/installation. State Event Number: MA 03-0023 Wheelabrator is located at 100 Salem Turnpike, Saugus, MA.
On July 30, 2003, gauge was located: casing intact, Pb (Lead) shielding melted. Secured, survey. Leak test results SAT, dose assessment for members of public SAT, shipped to (manufacturer), and staff was re-trained. Notified R1DO (Henderson) and NMSS EO (Broaddus). |