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==SUBJECT:==
VOGTLE ELECTRIC GENERATING PLANT - INTEGRATED INSPECTION REPORT 05000424/2019002, 05000425/2019002 AND 07201039/2019001


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==Dear Mr. Taber:==
On June 30, 2019, the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) completed an inspection at Vogtle Electric Generating Plant. On July 15, 2019, the NRC inspectors discussed the results of this inspection with you and other members of your staff. The results of this inspection are documented in the enclosed report.


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The NRC inspectors did not identify any finding or violation of more than minor significance.
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This letter, its enclosure, and your response (if any) will be made available for public inspection and copying at http://www.nrc.gov/reading-rm/adams.html and at the NRC Public Document Room in accordance with 10 CFR 2.390, Public Inspections, Exemptions, Requests for Withholding.


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Sincerely,
/RA/
Alan J. Blamey, Chief Reactor Projects Branch 2 Division of Reactor Projects Docket Nos. 05000424, 05000425 and 07201039 License Nos. NPF-68 and NPF-81


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===Enclosure:===
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Inspection Report 05000424/2019002, 05000425/2019002 and 07201039/2019001
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==Inspection Report==
Docket Numbers: 05000424, 05000425 AND 07201039 License Numbers: NPF-68 and NPF-81 Report Numbers: 05000424/2019002, 05000425/2019002 AND 07201039/2019001 Enterprise Identifier: I-2019-002-0031 and I-2019-001-0125 Licensee: Southern Nuclear Operating Co., Inc.
 
Facility: Vogtle Electric Generating Plant Location: Waynesboro, GA Inspection Dates: April 01, 2019 to June 30, 2019 Inspectors: M. Endress, Senior Resident Inspector C. Safouri, Resident Inspector J. Parent, Resident Inspector J. Diaz-Velez, Senior Health Physicist R. Kellner, Senior Health Physicist S. Sanchez, Senior Emergency Preparedness Inspector J. Walker, Emergency Response Inspector Approved By: Alan J. Blamey, Chief Reactor Projects Branch 2 Division of Reactor Projects Enclosure
 
=SUMMARY=
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) continued monitoring the licensees performance by conducting an integrated inspection at Vogtle Electric Generating Plant in accordance with the Reactor Oversight Process. The Reactor Oversight Process is the NRCs program for overseeing the safe operation of commercial nuclear power reactors. Refer to https://www.nrc.gov/reactors/operating/oversight.html for more information.
 
List of Findings and Violations No findings or violations of more than minor significance were identified.
 
Additional Tracking Items Type      Issue Number              Title                            Report Section Status LER      05000424/2018-001-        Licensee Event Report (LER)      71153          Closed 00                        2018-001-00 for Vogtle Electric Generating Plant, Unit 1, Manual Reactor Trip due to High Steam Generator Water Level.
 
=PLANT STATUS=
 
Unit 1 began the inspection period at rated thermal power (RTP) and remained at or near rated thermal power for the entire inspection period.
 
Unit 2 began the inspection period in a shutdown condition due to a manual reactor trip caused by a main steam isolation valve (MSIV) unexpected closure. Following repair of the MSIV, the unit was returned to rated thermal power on April 5, 2019 and remained at or near rated thermal power for the remainder of the inspection period.
 
==INSPECTION SCOPES==
Inspections were conducted using the appropriate portions of the inspection procedures (IPs) in effect at the beginning of the inspection unless otherwise noted. Currently approved IPs with their attached revision histories are located on the public website at http://www.nrc.gov/reading-rm/doc-collections/insp-manual/inspection-procedure/index.html. Samples were declared complete when the IP requirements most appropriate to the inspection activity were met consistent with Inspection Manual Chapter (IMC) 2515, Light-Water Reactor Inspection Program - Operations Phase. The inspectors performed plant status activities described in IMC 2515 Appendix D, Plant Status and conducted routine reviews using IP 71152, Problem Identification and Resolution. The inspectors reviewed selected procedures and records, observed activities, and interviewed personnel to assess licensee performance and compliance with Commission rules and regulations, license conditions, site procedures, and standards.
 
==REACTOR SAFETY==
 
==71111.01 - Adverse Weather Protection Summer Readiness Sample (IP Section 03.01)==
{{IP sample|IP=IP 71111.01|count=1}}
: (1) The inspectors evaluated summer readiness of offsite and alternate alternating current (AC) power systems.
 
==71111.04 - Equipment Alignment Partial Walkdown Sample (IP Section 03.01)==
{{IP sample|IP=IP 71111.04|count=3}}
 
The inspectors evaluated system configurations during partial walkdowns of the following systems/trains:
: (1) 2A Emergency Diesel Generator (EDG) with 2B EDG out of service (OOS) on April 22, 2019.
: (2) 2A Residual Heat Removal (RHR) pump with 2B RHR pump OOS for preventative maintenance on May 23, 2019.
: (3) 1A Reserve Auxiliary Transformer (RAT) and Standby Auxiliary Transformer (SAT)with the 1B RAT OOS for corrective maintenance on June 19, 2019.
 
==71111.04S - Equipment Alignment Complete Walkdown Sample (IP Section 03.02)==
{{IP sample|IP=IP 71111.04S|count=1}}
: (1) The inspectors evaluated system configurations during a complete walkdown of the Unit 2 Auxiliary Feedwater (AFW) system during the 2B Motor Driven AFW system outage on June 13, 2019.
 
==71111.05A - Fire Protection (Annual) Annual Inspection (IP Section 03.02)==
{{IP sample|IP=IP 71111.05A|count=2}}
: (1) The inspectors evaluated fire brigade performance on April 30, 2019, for an announced drill on Unit 2 Auxiliary Building Level B fire in Train 'A' Auxiliary Component Cooling Water (ACCW) Pump.
: (2) The inspectors evaluated fire brigade performance on May 8, 2019, for an unannounced drill on Unit 2 Auxiliary Building Level A fire in Train 'A' Component Cooling Water (CCW) pump #3.
 
==71111.05Q - Fire Protection Quarterly Inspection (IP Section 03.01)==
{{IP sample|IP=IP 71111.05Q|count=6}}
 
The inspectors evaluated fire protection program implementation in the following selected areas:
: (1) Unit 1 Control Building Level 3 Engineered Safety Features (ESF) Chiller and Normal Air Conditioner Rooms, Zone 125A/126A/179/135/153/178/180, on April 18, 2019.
: (2) Unit 1 Control Building Level A east and west penetration areas, Zone 89/90/159/87/88/93/102/158, on May 7, 2019.
: (3) Unit 2 Control Building Level A Remote Shutdown and 4.16kV Switchgear Rooms, Zone 91/92/97/98/103, on June 10, 2019.
: (4) Unit 1 Centrifugal Charging Pump (CCP) Rooms and Level C pipe penetration areas, Zone 19/20/21/14B, on June 18, 2019.
: (5) Unit 1 Containment Spray (CS) and RHR pump rooms, Zone 4/5/9/10, on June 18, 2019.
: (6) Spent Fuel Pool (SFP) refueling floor, Zone 139, on June 18, 2019.
 
==71111.11Q - Licensed Operator Requalification Program and Licensed Operator Performance Licensed Operator Performance in the Actual Plant/Main Control Room (IP Section 03.01) (1 Sample)
: (1) The inspectors observed and evaluated licensed operator performance in the Control Room during a Unit 1 planned down power to repair an Electro-Hydraulic Control (EHC) leak from Intermediate Stop Valve #4 on June 2, 2019.
 
Licensed Operator Requalification Training/Examinations (IP Section 03.02)==
{{IP sample|IP=IP 71111.11Q|count=1}}
: (1) The inspectors observed and evaluated operator response in the simulator to a Steam Generator Tube Leak that resulted in a Steam Generator Tube Rupture concurrent with a loss of the 1A RAT on May 14, 2019.
 
==71111.12 - Maintenance Effectiveness Routine Maintenance Effectiveness Inspection (IP Section 02.01)==
{{IP sample|IP=IP 71111.12|count=1}}
 
The inspectors evaluated the effectiveness of routine maintenance activities associated with the following equipment and/or safety significant functions:
: (1) Unit 2 AFW Maintenance Rule Functional Failure for motor operated valve (MOV)actuator failure, Condition Report (CR) 10593195/10603046 and Technical Evaluation (TE) 1038753, on April 23, 2019.
 
==71111.13 - Maintenance Risk Assessments and Emergent Work Control Risk Assessment and Management Sample (IP Section 03.01)==
{{IP sample|IP=IP 71111.13|count=7}}
 
The inspectors evaluated the risk assessments for the following planned and emergent work activities:
: (1) 1A EDG OOS for maintenance on April 29, 2019.
: (2) 2A ACCW Pump #2 inability to develop sufficient pressure due to stuck open check valve - emergent issue on May 7, 2019.
: (3) U2 N-41 Incore/Excore calibration with Loop 2 Temperature calibration on May 8, 2019.
: (4) 1B EDG Fragnet on May 13, 2019.
: (5) 2A Nuclear Service Cooling Water (NSCW) spray valve inoperability - emergent issue on June 2, 2019.
: (6) 1B RAT repair to resolve bushing oil leak - emergent issue on June 12, 2019.
: (7) 2B Motor Driven AFW pump OOS for preventative maintenance on June 13-14, 2019.
 
==71111.15 - Operability Determinations and Functionality Assessments Operability Determination or Functionality Assessment (IP Section 02.02)==
{{IP sample|IP=IP 71111.15|count=6}}
 
The inspectors evaluated the following operability determinations and functionality assessments:
: (1) Unit 2 Degraded hydraulic hoses at handpump station for Loop 2 Atmospheric Relief Valve (ARV) and degraded ARV block valve on May 2, 2019.
: (2) Unit 2 Impact on Internal Plant Computer (IPC) calorimetric due to volume control tank temperature indication failing high on May 6, 2019.
: (3) Unit 1 Train 'B' NSCW Fan #1 Low Oil on May 15, 2019.
: (4) Unit 2 Train 'B' RHR pump oil leak on May 23, 2019.
: (5) Unit 1 Overvoltage relay received during 1B EDG test on June 20, 2019.
: (6) Unit 1 Turbine Driven AFW Pump trip and throttle valve steam leak on June 26, 2019.
 
==71111.19 - Post-Maintenance Testing Post Maintenance Test Sample (IP Section 03.01)==
{{IP sample|IP=IP 71111.19|count=5}}
 
The inspectors evaluated the following post maintenance tests:
: (1) Unit 2 Train 'A' CCP system outage for preventative maintenance on April 11, 2019, SNC970502.
: (2) Unit 1 Train 'A' EDG generator brush work on May 7, 2019, SNC996179.
: (3) Unit 1 Train 'B' EDG generator brush work on May 14, 2019, SNC999680.
: (4) Unit 1 Train 'B' NSCW Pump #4 motor replacement on April 29, 2019, SNC1001481.
: (5) Unit 2 Train 'B' Motor Driven AFW pump system outage on June 14, 2014, 10008-C.
 
==71111.20 - Refueling and Other Outage Activities Refueling/Other Outage Sample (IP Section 03.01)==
{{IP sample|IP=IP 71111.20|count=1}}
: (1) The inspectors evaluated activities during a forced outage on Unit 2 due to a MSIV failure from April 1, 2019 to April 3, 2019.
 
==71111.22 - Surveillance Testing The inspectors evaluated the following surveillance tests: Inservice Testing (IP Section 03.01)==
{{IP sample|IP=IP 71111.22|count=2}}
: (1) 14804B-1, 1B Safety Injection (SI) pump Inservice Test (IST), on April 16, 2019.
: (2) 14807A-2, 2A Motor Driven AFW pump IST, on May 2, 2019.
 
===Surveillance Tests (other) (IP Section 03.01) (2 Samples)===
: (1) 14951-C, Fire Suppression System Operability Tests, on April 11, 2019.
: (2) 14980A-2, 2A EDG Operability Test, on May 9, 2019.
 
==71114.02 - Alert and Notification System Testing Inspection Review (IP Section 02.01-02.04)==
{{IP sample|IP=IP 71114.02|count=1}}
: (1) The inspectors evaluated the maintenance and testing of the alert and notification system during the week of May 6, 2019.
 
==71114.03 - Emergency Response Organization Staffing and Augmentation System Inspection Review (IP Section 02.01-02.02)==
{{IP sample|IP=IP 71114.03|count=1}}
: (1) The inspectors evaluated the readiness of the Emergency Response Organization during the week of May 6, 2019.
 
==71114.04 - Emergency Action Level and Emergency Plan Changes Inspection Review (IP Section 02.01-02.03)==
{{IP sample|IP=IP 71114.04|count=1}}
: (1) The inspectors evaluated submitted Emergency Action Level, Emergency Plan, and Emergency Plan Implementing Procedure changes during the week of May 6, 2019. This evaluation does not constitute NRC approval.
 
==71114.05 - Maintenance of Emergency Preparedness Inspection Review (IP Section 02.01 - 02.11)==
{{IP sample|IP=IP 71114.05|count=1}}
: (1) The inspectors evaluated the maintenance of the emergency preparedness program during the week of May 6, 2019.
 
==71114.06 - Drill Evaluation Drill/Training Evolution Observation (IP Section 03.02)==
{{IP sample|IP=IP 71114.06|count=1}}
 
The inspectors evaluated:
: (1) The inspectors observed one emergency preparedness drill conducted on May 21, 2019. The inspectors observed licensee activities in the simulator and technical support center to evaluate implementation of the emergency plan, including event classification, notification, dose assessment, and protective action recommendations.
 
The inspectors evaluated the licensees performance against criteria established in the licensees procedures. Additionally, the inspectors attended the post-exercise critique to assess the licensees effectiveness in identifying emergency preparedness weaknesses and verified the identified weaknesses were entered in the corrective action program.
 
==RADIATION SAFETY==
 
==71124.06 - Radioactive Gaseous and Liquid Effluent Treatment Walk Downs and Observations (IP Section 02.01)==
{{IP sample|IP=IP 71124.06|count=1}}
 
The inspectors walked down the following gaseous and liquid radioactive effluent monitoring and filtered ventilation systems to assess the material condition and verify proper alignment according to plant design:
    (1)
* Liquid Radwaste Processing System (U1 and U2 RE-018)
* Gaseous Radwaste Processing System (RE-14)
* Steam Generator Blowdown System (U1 RE-21)
* Plant Exhaust Ventilation System (U1 RE-12444)
* Radwaste Processing Facility Exhaust Ventilation System (RE-16980)
Calibration and Testing Program (Process & Effluent Monitors) (IP Section 02.02) (1 Sample)
The inspectors reviewed the following gaseous and liquid effluent monitor instrument calibrations and tests:
: (1) The inspectors reviewed gaseous and liquid effluent monitor instrument calibrations or tests by reviewing information not limited to but including alarm set points, periodicity, National Institute of Standards and Traceability for sources used for the following sample set of monitors:
* Work Order (WO) # SNC516395, Radwaste Processing Building Vent Isotopic Calibration, 05/06/2016.
* WO# SNC601802, U1 Steam Generator Blowdown (SGBD) Rad Monitor 1RE0021 Isotopic Calibration, 04/20/2017.
* WO# SNC612277, 1RE0018 Liquid Effluent Rad Monitor Channel [Electronic]
Calibration, 04/13/2017.
* WO# SNC614892, U2 Plant Vent Wide Range Post Accident Noble Gas Monitors 2RE12444C, D, and E (Normal, Mid, and High) Isotopic Calibration, 07/24/2017.
* WO# SNC639333, Radwaste Processing Building Vent Isotopic Calibration, 10/31/2017.
* WO# SNC644751, 1RE0018 Liquid Effluent Rad Monitor, 18 Month Isotopic Calibration, 11/02/2017.
* WO# SNC729181, Radwaste Processing Building Vent Channel [Electronic]
Calibration, 03/01/2017.
* WO# SNC757335, U1 SGBD Rad Monitor 1RE0021 Isotopic Calibration, 09/17/2018.
* WO# SNC777380, U2 Plant Vent Wide Range Post Accident Noble Gas Monitors 2RE12444C, D, and E (Normal, Mid, and High) Isotopic Calibration, 11/06/2018.
* WO# SNC783942, 1RE0018 Liquid Effluent Rad Monitor Channel [Electronic]
Calibration, 12/07/2018.
* WO# SNC805676, 1RE0018 Liquid Effluent Rad Monitor, 18 Month Isotopic Calibration, 01/14/2019.
* WO# SNC867276, Radwaste Processing Building Vent Channel [Electronic]
Calibration, 08/24/2018.
* WO# SNC631674, U1 Plant Vent Wide Range Post Accident Noble Gas Monitors 1RE12444C, D, and E (Normal, Mid, and High) Channel [Electronic]
Calibration, 07/13/2017.
* WO# SNC795830, U1 Plant Vent Wide Range Post Accident Noble Gas Monitors 1RE12444C, D, and E (Normal, Mid, and High) Channel [Electronic]
Calibration, 11/30/2018.
 
===Sampling and Analysis (IP Section 02.03) (1 Sample)===
The inspectors reviewed the following:
The inspectors reviewed the following radioactive effluent sampling and analysis activities:
* Gamma Spectrum Analysis, Sample ID 26Apr19-001, Unit 1 Containment Noble Gas, 04/26/2019.
* Gamma Spectrum Analysis, Sample ID 02May19-009, Unit 1 Waste Monitor Tank #12 Liquid, 05/02/2019.
* Gamma Spectrum Analysis, Sample ID 19Jun19-009, Unit 2 Waste Monitor Tank #9 Liquid, 06/19/2019.
 
Effluent discharges with inoperable monitors:
* No effluent discharges with inoperable monitors that required compensatory measures were available for review during this inspection period.
 
===Instrumentation and Equipment (IP Section 02.04) (1 Sample)===
The inspectors reviewed the following radioactive effluent discharge system surveillance test results:
: (1) The inspectors reviewed flow rates for effluent stack and related vent flow and surveillances. Inspectors also reviewed maintenance and methodologies for one or two high-range effluent monitors (or other effluent/process monitor) relied on in emergency operating procedures for decision making. Some records reviewed were:
* WO# SNC729475, Radwaste Processing Building Vent Flow Calibration, 11/22/2016.
* WO# SNC637175, Perform Surveillance [18 month visual, DOP test, and charcoal sampling] of Unit 1 Containment Post LOCA Purge Filter Exhaust Per Procedure 28650-1, 06/24/2019.
* WO# SNC808573, Perform Surveillance [18 month visual, DOP test, and charcoal sampling] of Unit 1 Containment Post LOCA Purge Filter Exhaust Per Procedure 28650-1, 06/24/2019.
* WO# SNC867429, Radwaste Processing Building Vent Flow Calibration, 07/17/2018.
* WO# SNC631674, U-1 Plant Vent Post Accident Monitor 1RE-12444C Channel [Electronic] Calibration, 07/14/2017.
* WO# SNC795830, U-1 Plant Vent Post Accident Monitor 1RE-12444C Channel [Electronic] Calibration, 11/30/2018.
* WO# SNC714824, U-1 Steam Generator Blowdown Flow Calibration, 11/03/2016.
* WO# SNC855918, U-1 Steam Generator Blowdown Flow Calibration, 04/12/2018.
* WO# SNC805675, U-1 Waste Monitor Pump Discharge Flow Calibration [U-1 RE-0018], 01/17/2019.
* WO# SNC805675, U-1 Waste Monitor Pump Discharge Flow Calibration [U-1 RE-0018], 01/17/2019.
 
===Dose Calculations (IP Section 02.05) (1 Sample)===
The inspectors reviewed the following to assess public dose:
: (1) The inspectors reviewed required annual reports for changes, release permits and the offsite dose calculation manual for changes and results. Some documents reviewed included the following:
* Liquid Release Permit Number L-20190502-042-B, Unit 1 Waste Monitor Tank
                    #12, 05/02/2019.
* Liquid Release Permit Number L-20190619-048-B, Unit 2 Waste Monitor Tank
                    #9, 06/19/2019.
* Gaseous Effluents Discharge Permit Number G-20190426-155-B, Unit 1 Containment Noble Gas, 04/26/2019.
 
Abnormal gaseous or liquid tank discharges:
* No abnormal gaseous or liquid tank discharges were available for review during this inspection period.
 
==71124.07 - Radiological Environmental Monitoring Program Site Inspection (IP Section 02.01)==
{{IP sample|IP=IP 71124.07|count=1}}
 
Inspectors evaluated licensee performance in ensuring Radiological Environmental Monitoring Program (REMP) is implemented in accordance with licensing documentation and REMP is validating doses are within the legal dose limits. Inspectors also reviewed the licensees effort to continue to implement the NEI/Industry Groundwater Protection Initiative.
: (1) The inspectors performed walk-downs of sampling stations, thermoluminescent dosimeter (TLD) locations and meteorological instrumentation. Inspectors also performed observations of preparation and collections of different environmental sample types. Inspectors reviewed sampling results and maintenance, calibration, quality control and ground water records. Records reviewed, and samples observed included but were not limited to the following:
Sampling stations walk-downs, calibrations and maintenance record review
* Waynesboro Air Particulate and Iodine Sampler, 2017/2018 Calibration.
* River Road Air Particulate and Iodine Sampler, 2017/2018 Calibration.
* Meteorological Tower Air Particulate and Iodine Sampler, 2017/2018 Calibration.
* Girard Air Particulate and Iodine Sampler, 2017/2018 Calibration.
* Simulator Building Air Particulate and Iodine Sampler, 2017/2018 Calibration.
* Discharge Air Particulate and Iodine Sampler, 2017/2018 Calibration.
* Hancock Landing Road Air Particulate and Iodine Sampler, 2017/2018 Calibration.
* Environmental TLD EX000144334 Girard Station.
* Environmental TLD EX000411155 Simulator Station.
* Environmental TLD EX000437101 Hancock Landing Rd. Station.
 
Note: The inspectors were unable to perform walk-down of water sampling stations.
 
The inspectors observed the following environmental sample collections and preparations on 6/18/2019
* Waynesboro Air Particulate and Iodine Sampler
* River Road Air Particulate and Iodine Sampler
* Meteorological Tower Air Particulate and Iodine Sampler
* Girard Air Particulate and Iodine Sampler
* Simulator Building Air Particulate and Iodine Sampler
* Discharge Air Particulate and Iodine Sampler
* Hancock Landing Road Air Particulate and Iodine Sampler Missed sample, inoperable sampler, lost TLD, or anomalous measurement:
* Dec. 18, 2018 - Gross Beta Station, Deviation-Low Volume Sample.
* 3rd Qtr. 2018 - Optically stimulated luminescent dosimeter (OSLD), V04 location, Deviation-No sample.
* 4th Qtr. 2018 - OSLD, V05 location, Deviation-No sample.
* Jan. 9, 2018 - Air Sample Meteorology Tower and River Road, Deviation-Not representative sample.
* Feb. 6, 2018 - Air Sample Simulator Building, Deviation-Not representative sample.
* Oct. 2018 - Vegetation, Deviation-Not representative sample.
 
Sampling program for the potential of licensed material entering groundwater identified the following Systems, Structures and Components (SSCs):
* Refueling Water Storage Tank (RWST) Secondary Containment Wall and Sumps.
* Radwaste Processing Facility.
* RWST Above Ground Piping/Valves.
* RWST Tank.
* Containment Systems.
 
Groundwater Protection Initiative (GPI) Implementation (IP Section 02.02) (1 Sample)
: (1) The inspectors reviewed the licensees continuing implementation of the voluntary Nuclear Energy Institute/Ground Water Protection Initiative.
 
==OTHER ACTIVITIES - BASELINE==
 
===71151 - Performance Indicator Verification The inspectors verified licensee performance indicators submittals listed below:
BI01: Reactor Coolant System (RCS) Specific Activity Sample (IP Section 02.10) ===
{{IP sample|IP=IP 71151|count=2}}
: (1) Unit 1 (April 1, 2018 - March 31, 2019).
: (2) Unit 2 (April 1, 2018 - March 31, 2019).
 
===BI02: RCS Leak Rate Sample (IP Section 02.11) (2 Samples)===
: (1) Unit 1 (April 1, 2018 - March 31, 2019).
: (2) Unit 2 (April 1, 2018 - March 31, 2019).
 
EP01: Drill/Exercise Performance (IP Section 02.12) (1 Sample)
: (1) EP01: Drill & Exercise Performance for the period July 1, 2018, through December 31, 2018.
 
===EP02: ERO Drill Participation (IP Section 02.13) (1 Sample)===
: (1) EP02: Emergency Response Organization Drill Participation for the period July 1, 2018, through December 31, 2018.
 
EP03: Alert & Notification System Reliability (IP Section 02.14) (1 Sample)
: (1) EP03: Alert & Notification System Reliability for the period July 1, 2018, through December 31, 2018.
 
OR01: Occupational Exposure Control Effectiveness Sample (IP Section 02.15) (1 Sample)
: (1) Monthly Performance Indicator Data for the Occupational Radiation Safety Cornerstone, September 2018 to May 2019.
 
PR01: Radiological Effluent Technical Specifications/Offsite Dose Calculation Manual Radiological Effluent Occurrences (RETS/ODCM) Radiological Effluent Occurrences Sample.
 
(IP Section 02.16) (1 Sample)
: (1) Gaseous, Particulate, and Liquid Effluent Release Permit Dose calculation results from October 2018 to June 2019.
 
Monthly Performance Indicator Data for the Public Radiation Safety Cornerstone from September 2018 to May 2019.
 
==71152 - Problem Identification and Resolution Semiannual Trend Review (IP Section 02.02)==
{{IP sample|IP=IP 71152|count=1}}
: (1) The inspectors reviewed the licensees corrective action program for potential adverse trends in Unit 1 and Unit 2 battery performance and condition that might be indicative of a more significant safety issue.
 
===71153 - Followup of Events and Notices of Enforcement Discretion Event Report (IP Section 03.02) ===
{{IP sample|IP=IP 71153|count=1}}
The inspectors evaluated the following licensee event reports (LERs):
: (1) LER 05000424/2018-001-00, Manual Reactor trip due to High Steam Generator Water Level (ML18242A369): The inspectors determined that it was not reasonable to foresee or correct the cause discussed in the LER therefore no performance deficiency was identified. The inspectors also concluded that no violation of NRC requirements occurred.
 
==OTHER ACTIVITIES==
- TEMPORARY INSTRUCTIONS, INFREQUENT AND ABNORMAL
 
===60855.1 - Operation of an Independent Spent Fuel Storage Installation at Operating Plants Operation of an Independent Spent Fuel Storage Installation at Operating Plants ===
{{IP sample|IP=IP 60855|count=1}}
: (1) The inspectors evaluated the licensees activities related to long-term operation and monitoring of their independent spent fuel storage installation.
 
==INSPECTION RESULTS==
No findings were identified.
 
==EXIT MEETINGS AND DEBRIEFS==
The inspectors verified no proprietary information was retained or documented in this report.
* On July 15, 2019, the inspectors presented the integrated inspection results to Mr. Keith Taber and other members of the licensee staff.
* On May 10, 2019, the inspectors presented the Emergency Preparedness Program Inspection to Mr. Tim Krienke and other members of the licensee staff.
 
=DOCUMENTS REVIEWED=
 
Inspection Type              Designation    Description or Title                                    Revision or
Procedure                                                                                            Date
71111.01  Miscellaneous                    Site Certification Letter for Summer Readiness          05/15/2019
71111.04S  Drawings          2X4DB161-1    P&I Diagram - Auxiliary Feedwater System Condensate      37.0
Storage & Degasifier System - System No. 1302
71111.04S  Drawings          2X4DB161-2    P&I Diagram - Auxiliary Feedwater System - System No. 26.0
1302
71111.04S  Drawings          2X4DB161-3    P&I Diagram - Auxiliary Feedwater Pump System (Auxiliary 38.0
Feedwater Pump Turbine Driver) - System 1302
71111.04S  Drawings          2X4DB168-3    P&I Diagram - Condensate & Feedwater System - System    37.0
No. 1302
71111.04S  Procedures        13610-2        Auxiliary Feedwater System                              49
71111.05A  Corrective Action 10608795
Documents
71111.05A  Corrective Action 10608903
Documents
71111.05A  Procedures        NMP-TR-425-F01 Fire Drill Scenario Development and Approval Sheet      5.0
71111.05A  Procedures        NMP-TR-425-F14 Fire Drill Package                                      1.1
71111.11Q  Procedures        18016-1        Condensate and F/W Malfunction                          1.1
71111.11Q  Procedures        19000-1        E-0 Reactor Trip or Safety Injection                    3
71111.11Q  Procedures        19030-1        E-3 Steam Generator Tube Rupture                        3.1
71111.11Q  Procedures        19031-1        ES-3.1 Post SGTR Cool Down Using Backfill                1.1
71111.11Q  Procedures        NMP-TR-209-F02 Southern Nuclear Company Lesson Plan - SGTL/SGTR        1.0
71111.11Q  Work Orders      SNC1019029
71111.12  Procedures        NMP-ES-027    Maintenance Rule Program
71111.13  Corrective Action 10616225
Documents
71111.13  Corrective Action 10618711
Documents
71111.13  Corrective Action 10619158
Documents
71111.13  Corrective Action 10616349
Documents
Resulting from
Inspection Type              Designation    Description or Title                                    Revision or
Procedure                                                                                            Date
Inspection
71111.13  Drawings          2X3D-BD-K04E  Elementary Diagram - Nuclear Service Cooling Water      23.0
System 2-1202-P4-005-M01
71111.13  Miscellaneous                    Unit 2 Phoenix Integrated Risk Reports for June 2, 2019
through June 3, 2019
71111.13  Miscellaneous                    Unit 1 Narrative Control Room Logs for June 2, 2019
through June 3, 2019
71111.13  Miscellaneous                    Plan of the Day for June 2, 2019 through June 3, 2019
71111.13  Miscellaneous                    Unit 1 Phoenix Integrated Risk Reports for June 10, 2019
through June 13, 2019
71111.13  Miscellaneous                    Unit 1 Narrative Control Room Logs for June 10, 2019
through June 13, 2019
71111.13  Miscellaneous                    Plan of the Day for June 10, 2019 through June 13, 2019
71111.13  Miscellaneous                    Unit 2 Phoenix Integrated Risk Reports for June 10, 2019
through June 13, 2019
71111.13  Miscellaneous                    Unit 2 Narrative Control Room Logs for June 10, 2019
through June 13, 2019
71111.13  Miscellaneous                    Unit 1 Phoenix Integrated Risk Reports for May 13, 2019
through May 14, 2019
71111.13  Miscellaneous                    Unit 1 Narrative Control Room Logs for May 13, 2019
through May 14, 2019
71111.13  Miscellaneous                    Plan of the Day for May 13, 2019 through May 14, 2019
71111.13  Procedures        NMP-GM-031-    Online Maintenance Rule (a)(4) Risk Calculations        5.0
001
71111.13  Procedures        NMP-GM-031-    PRA Functionality Determination                          4.0
004
71111.13  Procedures        NMP-OS-010    Protected Train/Division and Protected Equipment Program 8.0
71111.13  Procedures        NMP-OS-010-003 Vogtle Protected Equipment Logs                          10.0
71111.15  Corrective Action 10605213
Documents
71111.15  Corrective Action 10605455
Documents
71111.15  Corrective Action 10605455
Documents
Inspection Type              Designation  Description or Title                              Revision or
Procedure                                                                                    Date
71111.15  Corrective Action 10608019
Documents
71111.15  Corrective Action 10610626
Documents
71111.15  Corrective Action 10610884
Documents
71111.15  Corrective Action 276270
Documents
71111.15  Corrective Action 1044412
Documents
Resulting from
Inspection
71111.15  Corrective Action 10611294
Documents
Resulting from
Inspection
71111.15  Corrective Action 10615263
Documents
Resulting from
Inspection
71111.15  Drawings          2X4DB159-2    P&I Diagram Main Steam System No. 1301            33.0
71111.15  Miscellaneous                  Vogtle Post-Uprate Calorimetrics
71111.15  Miscellaneous    AX4AD02-00147 Instruction Manual for Fans Geareducers and Motors 11
71111.15  Procedures        NMP-AD-031-  Past Operability/Functionality Review              1.0
GL01
71111.15  Procedures        NMP-GM-006-  Work Prioritization Screening                      2.0
GL11
71111.15  Work Orders      SNC1015398
71111.15  Work Orders      SNC936564                                                        0
71111.15  Work Orders      SNC977850
71111.19  Corrective Action 10600509
Documents
71111.19  Corrective Action 10601393
Documents
Inspection Type              Designation    Description or Title                                      Revision or
Procedure                                                                                            Date
71111.19  Corrective Action 10606142
Documents
71111.19  Procedures        14802B-1      Train B NSCW Pump / Check Valve IST and Response Time    12.3
Test
71111.19  Procedures        14808A-2      Train A Centrifugal Charging Pump and Check Valve IST    6.2
and Response Time Test
71111.19  Work Orders      SNC1001481
71111.19  Work Orders      SNC805911
71111.19  Work Orders      SNC807017
71111.19  Work Orders      SNC975295
71111.19  Work Orders      SNC996179
71111.22  Corrective Action 10600406
Documents
Resulting from
Inspection
71111.22  Procedures        11885A-2      Diesel Generator 2A Operating Log                        5.3
71111.22  Procedures        14804B-1      Safety Injection Pump B Inservice and Response Time Tests 8.0
71111.22  Procedures        14807A-2      Train A Motor Driven Auxiliary Feedwater Pump / Check    5
Valve Inservice and Response Time Test
71111.22  Procedures        14951-C        Fire Suppression System Operability Tests                33
71111.22  Procedures        14952-C        Fire Suppression System - Annual System Pump Test        24
                                            (FSAR Fire Protection Surveillance)
71111.22  Procedures        14980A-2      Diesel Generator 2A Operability Test                      30.1
71124.06  Calculations      Licensing      Vogtle Offsite Dose Calculation Manual Revision
Document
Change Request
2017-047
71124.06  Corrective Action 10492085,
Documents        10517814,
10533772,
10553112,
10578871,
10583456,
10587270, and
Inspection Type              Designation      Description or Title                                          Revision or
Procedure                                                                                                    Date
10591513
71124.06  Corrective Action Work Order #      Elevated Backgrounds on 1RE-018 and 2RE-018 (Liquid
Documents        SNC889446        Effluent Release Monitor)
71124.06  Corrective Action CR 10622992      Lost Document Numbers 28650-101-SNC637175 and                06/24/2019
Documents                          28650-101-SNC808573, Surveillance to perform 18-month
Resulting from                      inspection/Cntmt Purge
Inspection
71124.06  Miscellaneous    Serial Number:    General Atomics Certificate of Conformance, Serial Number:    10/06/2008
Cl-36-08-1593    Cl-36-08-1593 (F3-848)
                            (F3-848)
71124.06  Miscellaneous    Source No. 1412-  Eckert & Ziegler Certificate of Calibration, Co-60 Source No. 01/07/2010
1412-93 [GE-ESI S/N 10-173, VEGP # 1165-00-00]
71124.06  Miscellaneous    Source No. F3-    Eckert & Ziegler Certificate of Calibration, Cl-36 Source No. 08/01/2008
848              F3-848 [GE-ESI S/N CL-36-08-1593, VEGP # 1125-00-00]
71124.06  Miscellaneous    Source Serial    General Atomics Radiation Source Certificate of Calibration,  07/26/2010
Number 10-173    Serial Number 10-173
71124.06  Procedures        34311-C          Operation of DRMS Liquid Release Monitors 1(2)RE-0018        Version 28.4
71151      Miscellaneous                      Electronic Dosimeter (ED) Dose and Dose Rate Alarm Logs,
06/01/2018 to 06/01/2019
71152      Miscellaneous                      Unit 1 120VAC System Health Report
71152      Miscellaneous                      Unit 2 120VAC System Health Report
71153      Corrective Action 1021934
Documents
71153      Corrective Action 10511615
Documents
71153      Corrective Action 274365
Documents
71153      Miscellaneous    Vogtle Electric  Manual Reactor trip due to High Steam Generator Water        08/30/2018
Generating Plant  Level
                            - Unit 1 Licensee
Event Report
2018-001-00
71153      Procedures        18016-1          Condensate and F/W Malfunction                                1.1
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Integrated Inspection Report 05000424/2019002, 05000425/2019002 and 07201039/2019001
ML19219A232
Person / Time
Site: Vogtle, 07201039  Southern Nuclear icon.png
Issue date: 08/06/2019
From: Alan Blamey
Division Reactor Projects II
To: Taber K
Southern Nuclear Company
Geanette D
References
IR 2019001, IR 2019002
Download: ML19219A232 (20)


Text

ust 6, 2019

SUBJECT:

VOGTLE ELECTRIC GENERATING PLANT - INTEGRATED INSPECTION REPORT 05000424/2019002, 05000425/2019002 AND 07201039/2019001

Dear Mr. Taber:

On June 30, 2019, the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) completed an inspection at Vogtle Electric Generating Plant. On July 15, 2019, the NRC inspectors discussed the results of this inspection with you and other members of your staff. The results of this inspection are documented in the enclosed report.

The NRC inspectors did not identify any finding or violation of more than minor significance.

This letter, its enclosure, and your response (if any) will be made available for public inspection and copying at http://www.nrc.gov/reading-rm/adams.html and at the NRC Public Document Room in accordance with 10 CFR 2.390, Public Inspections, Exemptions, Requests for Withholding.

Sincerely,

/RA/

Alan J. Blamey, Chief Reactor Projects Branch 2 Division of Reactor Projects Docket Nos. 05000424, 05000425 and 07201039 License Nos. NPF-68 and NPF-81

Enclosure:

Inspection Report 05000424/2019002, 05000425/2019002 and 07201039/2019001

Inspection Report

Docket Numbers: 05000424, 05000425 AND 07201039 License Numbers: NPF-68 and NPF-81 Report Numbers: 05000424/2019002, 05000425/2019002 AND 07201039/2019001 Enterprise Identifier: I-2019-002-0031 and I-2019-001-0125 Licensee: Southern Nuclear Operating Co., Inc.

Facility: Vogtle Electric Generating Plant Location: Waynesboro, GA Inspection Dates: April 01, 2019 to June 30, 2019 Inspectors: M. Endress, Senior Resident Inspector C. Safouri, Resident Inspector J. Parent, Resident Inspector J. Diaz-Velez, Senior Health Physicist R. Kellner, Senior Health Physicist S. Sanchez, Senior Emergency Preparedness Inspector J. Walker, Emergency Response Inspector Approved By: Alan J. Blamey, Chief Reactor Projects Branch 2 Division of Reactor Projects Enclosure

SUMMARY

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) continued monitoring the licensees performance by conducting an integrated inspection at Vogtle Electric Generating Plant in accordance with the Reactor Oversight Process. The Reactor Oversight Process is the NRCs program for overseeing the safe operation of commercial nuclear power reactors. Refer to https://www.nrc.gov/reactors/operating/oversight.html for more information.

List of Findings and Violations No findings or violations of more than minor significance were identified.

Additional Tracking Items Type Issue Number Title Report Section Status LER 05000424/2018-001- Licensee Event Report (LER) 71153 Closed 00 2018-001-00 for Vogtle Electric Generating Plant, Unit 1, Manual Reactor Trip due to High Steam Generator Water Level.

PLANT STATUS

Unit 1 began the inspection period at rated thermal power (RTP) and remained at or near rated thermal power for the entire inspection period.

Unit 2 began the inspection period in a shutdown condition due to a manual reactor trip caused by a main steam isolation valve (MSIV) unexpected closure. Following repair of the MSIV, the unit was returned to rated thermal power on April 5, 2019 and remained at or near rated thermal power for the remainder of the inspection period.

INSPECTION SCOPES

Inspections were conducted using the appropriate portions of the inspection procedures (IPs) in effect at the beginning of the inspection unless otherwise noted. Currently approved IPs with their attached revision histories are located on the public website at http://www.nrc.gov/reading-rm/doc-collections/insp-manual/inspection-procedure/index.html. Samples were declared complete when the IP requirements most appropriate to the inspection activity were met consistent with Inspection Manual Chapter (IMC) 2515, Light-Water Reactor Inspection Program - Operations Phase. The inspectors performed plant status activities described in IMC 2515 Appendix D, Plant Status and conducted routine reviews using IP 71152, Problem Identification and Resolution. The inspectors reviewed selected procedures and records, observed activities, and interviewed personnel to assess licensee performance and compliance with Commission rules and regulations, license conditions, site procedures, and standards.

REACTOR SAFETY

71111.01 - Adverse Weather Protection Summer Readiness Sample (IP Section 03.01)

(1) The inspectors evaluated summer readiness of offsite and alternate alternating current (AC) power systems.

71111.04 - Equipment Alignment Partial Walkdown Sample (IP Section 03.01)

The inspectors evaluated system configurations during partial walkdowns of the following systems/trains:

(1) 2A Emergency Diesel Generator (EDG) with 2B EDG out of service (OOS) on April 22, 2019.
(2) 2A Residual Heat Removal (RHR) pump with 2B RHR pump OOS for preventative maintenance on May 23, 2019.
(3) 1A Reserve Auxiliary Transformer (RAT) and Standby Auxiliary Transformer (SAT)with the 1B RAT OOS for corrective maintenance on June 19, 2019.

71111.04S - Equipment Alignment Complete Walkdown Sample (IP Section 03.02)

(1) The inspectors evaluated system configurations during a complete walkdown of the Unit 2 Auxiliary Feedwater (AFW) system during the 2B Motor Driven AFW system outage on June 13, 2019.

71111.05A - Fire Protection (Annual) Annual Inspection (IP Section 03.02)

(1) The inspectors evaluated fire brigade performance on April 30, 2019, for an announced drill on Unit 2 Auxiliary Building Level B fire in Train 'A' Auxiliary Component Cooling Water (ACCW) Pump.
(2) The inspectors evaluated fire brigade performance on May 8, 2019, for an unannounced drill on Unit 2 Auxiliary Building Level A fire in Train 'A' Component Cooling Water (CCW) pump #3.

71111.05Q - Fire Protection Quarterly Inspection (IP Section 03.01)

The inspectors evaluated fire protection program implementation in the following selected areas:

(1) Unit 1 Control Building Level 3 Engineered Safety Features (ESF) Chiller and Normal Air Conditioner Rooms, Zone 125A/126A/179/135/153/178/180, on April 18, 2019.
(2) Unit 1 Control Building Level A east and west penetration areas, Zone 89/90/159/87/88/93/102/158, on May 7, 2019.
(3) Unit 2 Control Building Level A Remote Shutdown and 4.16kV Switchgear Rooms, Zone 91/92/97/98/103, on June 10, 2019.
(4) Unit 1 Centrifugal Charging Pump (CCP) Rooms and Level C pipe penetration areas, Zone 19/20/21/14B, on June 18, 2019.
(5) Unit 1 Containment Spray (CS) and RHR pump rooms, Zone 4/5/9/10, on June 18, 2019.
(6) Spent Fuel Pool (SFP) refueling floor, Zone 139, on June 18, 2019.

==71111.11Q - Licensed Operator Requalification Program and Licensed Operator Performance Licensed Operator Performance in the Actual Plant/Main Control Room (IP Section 03.01) (1 Sample)

(1) The inspectors observed and evaluated licensed operator performance in the Control Room during a Unit 1 planned down power to repair an Electro-Hydraulic Control (EHC) leak from Intermediate Stop Valve #4 on June 2, 2019.

Licensed Operator Requalification Training/Examinations (IP Section 03.02)==

(1) The inspectors observed and evaluated operator response in the simulator to a Steam Generator Tube Leak that resulted in a Steam Generator Tube Rupture concurrent with a loss of the 1A RAT on May 14, 2019.

71111.12 - Maintenance Effectiveness Routine Maintenance Effectiveness Inspection (IP Section 02.01)

The inspectors evaluated the effectiveness of routine maintenance activities associated with the following equipment and/or safety significant functions:

(1) Unit 2 AFW Maintenance Rule Functional Failure for motor operated valve (MOV)actuator failure, Condition Report (CR) 10593195/10603046 and Technical Evaluation (TE) 1038753, on April 23, 2019.

71111.13 - Maintenance Risk Assessments and Emergent Work Control Risk Assessment and Management Sample (IP Section 03.01)

The inspectors evaluated the risk assessments for the following planned and emergent work activities:

(1) 1A EDG OOS for maintenance on April 29, 2019.
(2) 2A ACCW Pump #2 inability to develop sufficient pressure due to stuck open check valve - emergent issue on May 7, 2019.
(3) U2 N-41 Incore/Excore calibration with Loop 2 Temperature calibration on May 8, 2019.
(4) 1B EDG Fragnet on May 13, 2019.
(5) 2A Nuclear Service Cooling Water (NSCW) spray valve inoperability - emergent issue on June 2, 2019.
(6) 1B RAT repair to resolve bushing oil leak - emergent issue on June 12, 2019.
(7) 2B Motor Driven AFW pump OOS for preventative maintenance on June 13-14, 2019.

71111.15 - Operability Determinations and Functionality Assessments Operability Determination or Functionality Assessment (IP Section 02.02)

The inspectors evaluated the following operability determinations and functionality assessments:

(1) Unit 2 Degraded hydraulic hoses at handpump station for Loop 2 Atmospheric Relief Valve (ARV) and degraded ARV block valve on May 2, 2019.
(2) Unit 2 Impact on Internal Plant Computer (IPC) calorimetric due to volume control tank temperature indication failing high on May 6, 2019.
(3) Unit 1 Train 'B' NSCW Fan #1 Low Oil on May 15, 2019.
(4) Unit 2 Train 'B' RHR pump oil leak on May 23, 2019.
(5) Unit 1 Overvoltage relay received during 1B EDG test on June 20, 2019.
(6) Unit 1 Turbine Driven AFW Pump trip and throttle valve steam leak on June 26, 2019.

71111.19 - Post-Maintenance Testing Post Maintenance Test Sample (IP Section 03.01)

The inspectors evaluated the following post maintenance tests:

(1) Unit 2 Train 'A' CCP system outage for preventative maintenance on April 11, 2019, SNC970502.
(2) Unit 1 Train 'A' EDG generator brush work on May 7, 2019, SNC996179.
(3) Unit 1 Train 'B' EDG generator brush work on May 14, 2019, SNC999680.
(4) Unit 1 Train 'B' NSCW Pump #4 motor replacement on April 29, 2019, SNC1001481.
(5) Unit 2 Train 'B' Motor Driven AFW pump system outage on June 14, 2014, 10008-C.

71111.20 - Refueling and Other Outage Activities Refueling/Other Outage Sample (IP Section 03.01)

(1) The inspectors evaluated activities during a forced outage on Unit 2 due to a MSIV failure from April 1, 2019 to April 3, 2019.

71111.22 - Surveillance Testing The inspectors evaluated the following surveillance tests: Inservice Testing (IP Section 03.01)

(1) 14804B-1, 1B Safety Injection (SI) pump Inservice Test (IST), on April 16, 2019.
(2) 14807A-2, 2A Motor Driven AFW pump IST, on May 2, 2019.

Surveillance Tests (other) (IP Section 03.01) (2 Samples)

(1) 14951-C, Fire Suppression System Operability Tests, on April 11, 2019.
(2) 14980A-2, 2A EDG Operability Test, on May 9, 2019.

71114.02 - Alert and Notification System Testing Inspection Review (IP Section 02.01-02.04)

(1) The inspectors evaluated the maintenance and testing of the alert and notification system during the week of May 6, 2019.

71114.03 - Emergency Response Organization Staffing and Augmentation System Inspection Review (IP Section 02.01-02.02)

(1) The inspectors evaluated the readiness of the Emergency Response Organization during the week of May 6, 2019.

71114.04 - Emergency Action Level and Emergency Plan Changes Inspection Review (IP Section 02.01-02.03)

(1) The inspectors evaluated submitted Emergency Action Level, Emergency Plan, and Emergency Plan Implementing Procedure changes during the week of May 6, 2019. This evaluation does not constitute NRC approval.

71114.05 - Maintenance of Emergency Preparedness Inspection Review (IP Section 02.01 - 02.11)

(1) The inspectors evaluated the maintenance of the emergency preparedness program during the week of May 6, 2019.

71114.06 - Drill Evaluation Drill/Training Evolution Observation (IP Section 03.02)

The inspectors evaluated:

(1) The inspectors observed one emergency preparedness drill conducted on May 21, 2019. The inspectors observed licensee activities in the simulator and technical support center to evaluate implementation of the emergency plan, including event classification, notification, dose assessment, and protective action recommendations.

The inspectors evaluated the licensees performance against criteria established in the licensees procedures. Additionally, the inspectors attended the post-exercise critique to assess the licensees effectiveness in identifying emergency preparedness weaknesses and verified the identified weaknesses were entered in the corrective action program.

RADIATION SAFETY

71124.06 - Radioactive Gaseous and Liquid Effluent Treatment Walk Downs and Observations (IP Section 02.01)

The inspectors walked down the following gaseous and liquid radioactive effluent monitoring and filtered ventilation systems to assess the material condition and verify proper alignment according to plant design:

(1)

  • Liquid Radwaste Processing System (U1 and U2 RE-018)
  • Gaseous Radwaste Processing System (RE-14)
  • Plant Exhaust Ventilation System (U1 RE-12444)
  • Radwaste Processing Facility Exhaust Ventilation System (RE-16980)

Calibration and Testing Program (Process & Effluent Monitors) (IP Section 02.02) (1 Sample)

The inspectors reviewed the following gaseous and liquid effluent monitor instrument calibrations and tests:

(1) The inspectors reviewed gaseous and liquid effluent monitor instrument calibrations or tests by reviewing information not limited to but including alarm set points, periodicity, National Institute of Standards and Traceability for sources used for the following sample set of monitors:
  • Work Order (WO) # SNC516395, Radwaste Processing Building Vent Isotopic Calibration, 05/06/2016.
  • WO# SNC601802, U1 Steam Generator Blowdown (SGBD) Rad Monitor 1RE0021 Isotopic Calibration, 04/20/2017.
  • WO# SNC612277, 1RE0018 Liquid Effluent Rad Monitor Channel [Electronic]

Calibration, 04/13/2017.

  • WO# SNC614892, U2 Plant Vent Wide Range Post Accident Noble Gas Monitors 2RE12444C, D, and E (Normal, Mid, and High) Isotopic Calibration, 07/24/2017.
  • WO# SNC639333, Radwaste Processing Building Vent Isotopic Calibration, 10/31/2017.
  • WO# SNC644751, 1RE0018 Liquid Effluent Rad Monitor, 18 Month Isotopic Calibration, 11/02/2017.
  • WO# SNC729181, Radwaste Processing Building Vent Channel [Electronic]

Calibration, 03/01/2017.

  • WO# SNC757335, U1 SGBD Rad Monitor 1RE0021 Isotopic Calibration, 09/17/2018.
  • WO# SNC777380, U2 Plant Vent Wide Range Post Accident Noble Gas Monitors 2RE12444C, D, and E (Normal, Mid, and High) Isotopic Calibration, 11/06/2018.
  • WO# SNC783942, 1RE0018 Liquid Effluent Rad Monitor Channel [Electronic]

Calibration, 12/07/2018.

  • WO# SNC805676, 1RE0018 Liquid Effluent Rad Monitor, 18 Month Isotopic Calibration, 01/14/2019.
  • WO# SNC867276, Radwaste Processing Building Vent Channel [Electronic]

Calibration, 08/24/2018.

  • WO# SNC631674, U1 Plant Vent Wide Range Post Accident Noble Gas Monitors 1RE12444C, D, and E (Normal, Mid, and High) Channel [Electronic]

Calibration, 07/13/2017.

  • WO# SNC795830, U1 Plant Vent Wide Range Post Accident Noble Gas Monitors 1RE12444C, D, and E (Normal, Mid, and High) Channel [Electronic]

Calibration, 11/30/2018.

Sampling and Analysis (IP Section 02.03) (1 Sample)

The inspectors reviewed the following:

The inspectors reviewed the following radioactive effluent sampling and analysis activities:

  • Gamma Spectrum Analysis, Sample ID 26Apr19-001, Unit 1 Containment Noble Gas, 04/26/2019.
  • Gamma Spectrum Analysis, Sample ID 02May19-009, Unit 1 Waste Monitor Tank #12 Liquid, 05/02/2019.
  • Gamma Spectrum Analysis, Sample ID 19Jun19-009, Unit 2 Waste Monitor Tank #9 Liquid, 06/19/2019.

Effluent discharges with inoperable monitors:

  • No effluent discharges with inoperable monitors that required compensatory measures were available for review during this inspection period.

Instrumentation and Equipment (IP Section 02.04) (1 Sample)

The inspectors reviewed the following radioactive effluent discharge system surveillance test results:

(1) The inspectors reviewed flow rates for effluent stack and related vent flow and surveillances. Inspectors also reviewed maintenance and methodologies for one or two high-range effluent monitors (or other effluent/process monitor) relied on in emergency operating procedures for decision making. Some records reviewed were:
  • WO# SNC729475, Radwaste Processing Building Vent Flow Calibration, 11/22/2016.
  • WO# SNC637175, Perform Surveillance [18 month visual, DOP test, and charcoal sampling] of Unit 1 Containment Post LOCA Purge Filter Exhaust Per Procedure 28650-1, 06/24/2019.
  • WO# SNC808573, Perform Surveillance [18 month visual, DOP test, and charcoal sampling] of Unit 1 Containment Post LOCA Purge Filter Exhaust Per Procedure 28650-1, 06/24/2019.
  • WO# SNC867429, Radwaste Processing Building Vent Flow Calibration, 07/17/2018.
  • WO# SNC631674, U-1 Plant Vent Post Accident Monitor 1RE-12444C Channel [Electronic] Calibration, 07/14/2017.
  • WO# SNC795830, U-1 Plant Vent Post Accident Monitor 1RE-12444C Channel [Electronic] Calibration, 11/30/2018.
  • WO# SNC805675, U-1 Waste Monitor Pump Discharge Flow Calibration [U-1 RE-0018], 01/17/2019.
  • WO# SNC805675, U-1 Waste Monitor Pump Discharge Flow Calibration [U-1 RE-0018], 01/17/2019.

Dose Calculations (IP Section 02.05) (1 Sample)

The inspectors reviewed the following to assess public dose:

(1) The inspectors reviewed required annual reports for changes, release permits and the offsite dose calculation manual for changes and results. Some documents reviewed included the following:
  • Liquid Release Permit Number L-20190502-042-B, Unit 1 Waste Monitor Tank
  1. 12, 05/02/2019.
  • Liquid Release Permit Number L-20190619-048-B, Unit 2 Waste Monitor Tank
  1. 9, 06/19/2019.
  • Gaseous Effluents Discharge Permit Number G-20190426-155-B, Unit 1 Containment Noble Gas, 04/26/2019.

Abnormal gaseous or liquid tank discharges:

  • No abnormal gaseous or liquid tank discharges were available for review during this inspection period.

71124.07 - Radiological Environmental Monitoring Program Site Inspection (IP Section 02.01)

Inspectors evaluated licensee performance in ensuring Radiological Environmental Monitoring Program (REMP) is implemented in accordance with licensing documentation and REMP is validating doses are within the legal dose limits. Inspectors also reviewed the licensees effort to continue to implement the NEI/Industry Groundwater Protection Initiative.

(1) The inspectors performed walk-downs of sampling stations, thermoluminescent dosimeter (TLD) locations and meteorological instrumentation. Inspectors also performed observations of preparation and collections of different environmental sample types. Inspectors reviewed sampling results and maintenance, calibration, quality control and ground water records. Records reviewed, and samples observed included but were not limited to the following:

Sampling stations walk-downs, calibrations and maintenance record review

  • Waynesboro Air Particulate and Iodine Sampler, 2017/2018 Calibration.
  • River Road Air Particulate and Iodine Sampler, 2017/2018 Calibration.
  • Meteorological Tower Air Particulate and Iodine Sampler, 2017/2018 Calibration.
  • Girard Air Particulate and Iodine Sampler, 2017/2018 Calibration.
  • Simulator Building Air Particulate and Iodine Sampler, 2017/2018 Calibration.
  • Discharge Air Particulate and Iodine Sampler, 2017/2018 Calibration.
  • Hancock Landing Road Air Particulate and Iodine Sampler, 2017/2018 Calibration.
  • Environmental TLD EX000144334 Girard Station.
  • Environmental TLD EX000411155 Simulator Station.
  • Environmental TLD EX000437101 Hancock Landing Rd. Station.

Note: The inspectors were unable to perform walk-down of water sampling stations.

The inspectors observed the following environmental sample collections and preparations on 6/18/2019

  • Waynesboro Air Particulate and Iodine Sampler
  • River Road Air Particulate and Iodine Sampler
  • Meteorological Tower Air Particulate and Iodine Sampler
  • Girard Air Particulate and Iodine Sampler
  • Simulator Building Air Particulate and Iodine Sampler
  • Discharge Air Particulate and Iodine Sampler
  • Hancock Landing Road Air Particulate and Iodine Sampler Missed sample, inoperable sampler, lost TLD, or anomalous measurement:
  • Dec. 18, 2018 - Gross Beta Station, Deviation-Low Volume Sample.
  • 3rd Qtr. 2018 - Optically stimulated luminescent dosimeter (OSLD), V04 location, Deviation-No sample.
  • 4th Qtr. 2018 - OSLD, V05 location, Deviation-No sample.
  • Jan. 9, 2018 - Air Sample Meteorology Tower and River Road, Deviation-Not representative sample.
  • Feb. 6, 2018 - Air Sample Simulator Building, Deviation-Not representative sample.
  • Oct. 2018 - Vegetation, Deviation-Not representative sample.

Sampling program for the potential of licensed material entering groundwater identified the following Systems, Structures and Components (SSCs):

  • Radwaste Processing Facility.
  • RWST Above Ground Piping/Valves.
  • Containment Systems.

Groundwater Protection Initiative (GPI) Implementation (IP Section 02.02) (1 Sample)

(1) The inspectors reviewed the licensees continuing implementation of the voluntary Nuclear Energy Institute/Ground Water Protection Initiative.

OTHER ACTIVITIES - BASELINE

===71151 - Performance Indicator Verification The inspectors verified licensee performance indicators submittals listed below:

BI01: Reactor Coolant System (RCS) Specific Activity Sample (IP Section 02.10) ===

(1) Unit 1 (April 1, 2018 - March 31, 2019).
(2) Unit 2 (April 1, 2018 - March 31, 2019).

BI02: RCS Leak Rate Sample (IP Section 02.11) (2 Samples)

(1) Unit 1 (April 1, 2018 - March 31, 2019).
(2) Unit 2 (April 1, 2018 - March 31, 2019).

EP01: Drill/Exercise Performance (IP Section 02.12) (1 Sample)

(1) EP01: Drill & Exercise Performance for the period July 1, 2018, through December 31, 2018.

EP02: ERO Drill Participation (IP Section 02.13) (1 Sample)

(1) EP02: Emergency Response Organization Drill Participation for the period July 1, 2018, through December 31, 2018.

EP03: Alert & Notification System Reliability (IP Section 02.14) (1 Sample)

(1) EP03: Alert & Notification System Reliability for the period July 1, 2018, through December 31, 2018.

OR01: Occupational Exposure Control Effectiveness Sample (IP Section 02.15) (1 Sample)

(1) Monthly Performance Indicator Data for the Occupational Radiation Safety Cornerstone, September 2018 to May 2019.

PR01: Radiological Effluent Technical Specifications/Offsite Dose Calculation Manual Radiological Effluent Occurrences (RETS/ODCM) Radiological Effluent Occurrences Sample.

(IP Section 02.16) (1 Sample)

(1) Gaseous, Particulate, and Liquid Effluent Release Permit Dose calculation results from October 2018 to June 2019.

Monthly Performance Indicator Data for the Public Radiation Safety Cornerstone from September 2018 to May 2019.

71152 - Problem Identification and Resolution Semiannual Trend Review (IP Section 02.02)

(1) The inspectors reviewed the licensees corrective action program for potential adverse trends in Unit 1 and Unit 2 battery performance and condition that might be indicative of a more significant safety issue.

71153 - Followup of Events and Notices of Enforcement Discretion Event Report (IP Section 03.02)

The inspectors evaluated the following licensee event reports (LERs):

(1) LER 05000424/2018-001-00, Manual Reactor trip due to High Steam Generator Water Level (ML18242A369): The inspectors determined that it was not reasonable to foresee or correct the cause discussed in the LER therefore no performance deficiency was identified. The inspectors also concluded that no violation of NRC requirements occurred.

OTHER ACTIVITIES

- TEMPORARY INSTRUCTIONS, INFREQUENT AND ABNORMAL

60855.1 - Operation of an Independent Spent Fuel Storage Installation at Operating Plants Operation of an Independent Spent Fuel Storage Installation at Operating Plants

(1) The inspectors evaluated the licensees activities related to long-term operation and monitoring of their independent spent fuel storage installation.

INSPECTION RESULTS

No findings were identified.

EXIT MEETINGS AND DEBRIEFS

The inspectors verified no proprietary information was retained or documented in this report.

  • On July 15, 2019, the inspectors presented the integrated inspection results to Mr. Keith Taber and other members of the licensee staff.
  • On May 10, 2019, the inspectors presented the Emergency Preparedness Program Inspection to Mr. Tim Krienke and other members of the licensee staff.

DOCUMENTS REVIEWED

Inspection Type Designation Description or Title Revision or

Procedure Date

71111.01 Miscellaneous Site Certification Letter for Summer Readiness 05/15/2019

71111.04S Drawings 2X4DB161-1 P&I Diagram - Auxiliary Feedwater System Condensate 37.0

Storage & Degasifier System - System No. 1302

71111.04S Drawings 2X4DB161-2 P&I Diagram - Auxiliary Feedwater System - System No. 26.0

1302

71111.04S Drawings 2X4DB161-3 P&I Diagram - Auxiliary Feedwater Pump System (Auxiliary 38.0

Feedwater Pump Turbine Driver) - System 1302

71111.04S Drawings 2X4DB168-3 P&I Diagram - Condensate & Feedwater System - System 37.0

No. 1302

71111.04S Procedures 13610-2 Auxiliary Feedwater System 49

71111.05A Corrective Action 10608795

Documents

71111.05A Corrective Action 10608903

Documents

71111.05A Procedures NMP-TR-425-F01 Fire Drill Scenario Development and Approval Sheet 5.0

71111.05A Procedures NMP-TR-425-F14 Fire Drill Package 1.1

71111.11Q Procedures 18016-1 Condensate and F/W Malfunction 1.1

71111.11Q Procedures 19000-1 E-0 Reactor Trip or Safety Injection 3

71111.11Q Procedures 19030-1 E-3 Steam Generator Tube Rupture 3.1

71111.11Q Procedures 19031-1 ES-3.1 Post SGTR Cool Down Using Backfill 1.1

71111.11Q Procedures NMP-TR-209-F02 Southern Nuclear Company Lesson Plan - SGTL/SGTR 1.0

71111.11Q Work Orders SNC1019029

71111.12 Procedures NMP-ES-027 Maintenance Rule Program

71111.13 Corrective Action 10616225

Documents

71111.13 Corrective Action 10618711

Documents

71111.13 Corrective Action 10619158

Documents

71111.13 Corrective Action 10616349

Documents

Resulting from

Inspection Type Designation Description or Title Revision or

Procedure Date

Inspection

71111.13 Drawings 2X3D-BD-K04E Elementary Diagram - Nuclear Service Cooling Water 23.0

System 2-1202-P4-005-M01

71111.13 Miscellaneous Unit 2 Phoenix Integrated Risk Reports for June 2, 2019

through June 3, 2019

71111.13 Miscellaneous Unit 1 Narrative Control Room Logs for June 2, 2019

through June 3, 2019

71111.13 Miscellaneous Plan of the Day for June 2, 2019 through June 3, 2019

71111.13 Miscellaneous Unit 1 Phoenix Integrated Risk Reports for June 10, 2019

through June 13, 2019

71111.13 Miscellaneous Unit 1 Narrative Control Room Logs for June 10, 2019

through June 13, 2019

71111.13 Miscellaneous Plan of the Day for June 10, 2019 through June 13, 2019

71111.13 Miscellaneous Unit 2 Phoenix Integrated Risk Reports for June 10, 2019

through June 13, 2019

71111.13 Miscellaneous Unit 2 Narrative Control Room Logs for June 10, 2019

through June 13, 2019

71111.13 Miscellaneous Unit 1 Phoenix Integrated Risk Reports for May 13, 2019

through May 14, 2019

71111.13 Miscellaneous Unit 1 Narrative Control Room Logs for May 13, 2019

through May 14, 2019

71111.13 Miscellaneous Plan of the Day for May 13, 2019 through May 14, 2019

71111.13 Procedures NMP-GM-031- Online Maintenance Rule (a)(4) Risk Calculations 5.0

001

71111.13 Procedures NMP-GM-031- PRA Functionality Determination 4.0

004

71111.13 Procedures NMP-OS-010 Protected Train/Division and Protected Equipment Program 8.0

71111.13 Procedures NMP-OS-010-003 Vogtle Protected Equipment Logs 10.0

71111.15 Corrective Action 10605213

Documents

71111.15 Corrective Action 10605455

Documents

71111.15 Corrective Action 10605455

Documents

Inspection Type Designation Description or Title Revision or

Procedure Date

71111.15 Corrective Action 10608019

Documents

71111.15 Corrective Action 10610626

Documents

71111.15 Corrective Action 10610884

Documents

71111.15 Corrective Action 276270

Documents

71111.15 Corrective Action 1044412

Documents

Resulting from

Inspection

71111.15 Corrective Action 10611294

Documents

Resulting from

Inspection

71111.15 Corrective Action 10615263

Documents

Resulting from

Inspection

71111.15 Drawings 2X4DB159-2 P&I Diagram Main Steam System No. 1301 33.0

71111.15 Miscellaneous Vogtle Post-Uprate Calorimetrics

71111.15 Miscellaneous AX4AD02-00147 Instruction Manual for Fans Geareducers and Motors 11

71111.15 Procedures NMP-AD-031- Past Operability/Functionality Review 1.0

GL01

71111.15 Procedures NMP-GM-006- Work Prioritization Screening 2.0

GL11

71111.15 Work Orders SNC1015398

71111.15 Work Orders SNC936564 0

71111.15 Work Orders SNC977850

71111.19 Corrective Action 10600509

Documents

71111.19 Corrective Action 10601393

Documents

Inspection Type Designation Description or Title Revision or

Procedure Date

71111.19 Corrective Action 10606142

Documents

71111.19 Procedures 14802B-1 Train B NSCW Pump / Check Valve IST and Response Time 12.3

Test

71111.19 Procedures 14808A-2 Train A Centrifugal Charging Pump and Check Valve IST 6.2

and Response Time Test

71111.19 Work Orders SNC1001481

71111.19 Work Orders SNC805911

71111.19 Work Orders SNC807017

71111.19 Work Orders SNC975295

71111.19 Work Orders SNC996179

71111.22 Corrective Action 10600406

Documents

Resulting from

Inspection

71111.22 Procedures 11885A-2 Diesel Generator 2A Operating Log 5.3

71111.22 Procedures 14804B-1 Safety Injection Pump B Inservice and Response Time Tests 8.0

71111.22 Procedures 14807A-2 Train A Motor Driven Auxiliary Feedwater Pump / Check 5

Valve Inservice and Response Time Test

71111.22 Procedures 14951-C Fire Suppression System Operability Tests 33

71111.22 Procedures 14952-C Fire Suppression System - Annual System Pump Test 24

(FSAR Fire Protection Surveillance)

71111.22 Procedures 14980A-2 Diesel Generator 2A Operability Test 30.1

71124.06 Calculations Licensing Vogtle Offsite Dose Calculation Manual Revision

Document

Change Request

2017-047

71124.06 Corrective Action 10492085,

Documents 10517814,

10533772,

10553112,

10578871,

10583456,

10587270, and

Inspection Type Designation Description or Title Revision or

Procedure Date

10591513

71124.06 Corrective Action Work Order # Elevated Backgrounds on 1RE-018 and 2RE-018 (Liquid

Documents SNC889446 Effluent Release Monitor)

71124.06 Corrective Action CR 10622992 Lost Document Numbers 28650-101-SNC637175 and 06/24/2019

Documents 28650-101-SNC808573, Surveillance to perform 18-month

Resulting from inspection/Cntmt Purge

Inspection

71124.06 Miscellaneous Serial Number: General Atomics Certificate of Conformance, Serial Number: 10/06/2008

Cl-36-08-1593 Cl-36-08-1593 (F3-848)

(F3-848)

71124.06 Miscellaneous Source No. 1412- Eckert & Ziegler Certificate of Calibration, Co-60 Source No. 01/07/2010

1412-93 [GE-ESI S/N 10-173, VEGP # 1165-00-00]

71124.06 Miscellaneous Source No. F3- Eckert & Ziegler Certificate of Calibration, Cl-36 Source No. 08/01/2008

848 F3-848 [GE-ESI S/N CL-36-08-1593, VEGP # 1125-00-00]

71124.06 Miscellaneous Source Serial General Atomics Radiation Source Certificate of Calibration, 07/26/2010

Number 10-173 Serial Number 10-173

71124.06 Procedures 34311-C Operation of DRMS Liquid Release Monitors 1(2)RE-0018 Version 28.4

71151 Miscellaneous Electronic Dosimeter (ED) Dose and Dose Rate Alarm Logs,

06/01/2018 to 06/01/2019

71152 Miscellaneous Unit 1 120VAC System Health Report

71152 Miscellaneous Unit 2 120VAC System Health Report

71153 Corrective Action 1021934

Documents

71153 Corrective Action 10511615

Documents

71153 Corrective Action 274365

Documents

71153 Miscellaneous Vogtle Electric Manual Reactor trip due to High Steam Generator Water 08/30/2018

Generating Plant Level

- Unit 1 Licensee

Event Report

2018-001-00

71153 Procedures 18016-1 Condensate and F/W Malfunction 1.1

18