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{{#Wiki_filter:UNITED STATES NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION May 14, 2018
[[Issue date::May 14, 2018]]


Mr. Bryan Senior Vice President, Exelon Generation Company, LLC President and Chief Nuclear Officer, Exelon Nuclear 4300 Winfield Road Warrenville, IL 60555
==SUBJECT:==
 
JAMES A. FITZPATRICK NUCLEAR POWER PLANT - INTEGRATED INSPECTION REPORT 05000333/2018001
SUBJECT: JAMES A. FITZPATRICK NUCLEAR POWER PLANT - INTEGRATED INSPECTION REPORT 05000333/2018001


==Dear Mr. Hanson:==
==Dear Mr. Hanson:==
On March 31, 2018, the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) completed an inspection at the James A. FitzPatrick Nuclear Power Plant (FitzPatrick). On May 2, 2018, the NRC inspectors discussed the results of this inspection with Mr. Joseph Pacher, Site Vice President, and other members of your staff. The results of this inspection are documented in the enclosed  
On March 31, 2018, the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) completed an inspection at the James A. FitzPatrick Nuclear Power Plant (FitzPatrick). On May 2, 2018, the NRC inspectors discussed the results of this inspection with Mr. Joseph Pacher, Site Vice President, and other members of your staff. The results of this inspection are documented in the enclosed report.
 
report.


The NRC inspectors did not identify any finding or violation of more than minor significance.
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  
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 the NRC Public Document Room in accordance with Title 10 of the Code of Federal Regulations (10 CFR), Part 2.390, Public Inspections, Exemptions, Requests for Withholding.
 
and copying at http://www.nrc.gov/reading-rm/adams.html and the NRC Public Document Room in accordance with Title 10 of the Code of Federal Regulations (10 CFR), Part 2.390, "Public Inspections, Exemptions, Requests for Withholding."
 
Sincerely,/RA/
Anthony Dimitriadis, Chief Reactor Projects Branch 5


Division of Reactor Projects Docket Number: 50-333 License Number: DPR-59  
Sincerely,
/RA/
Anthony Dimitriadis, Chief Reactor Projects Branch 5 Division of Reactor Projects Docket Number: 50-333 License Number: DPR-59


===Enclosure:===
===Enclosure:===
Inspection Report 05000333/2018001  
Inspection Report 05000333/2018001


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==Inspection Report==
Docket Number: 50-333 License Number: DPR-59 Report Number: 05000333/2018001 Enterprise Identifier: I-2018-001-0048 Licensee: Exelon Generation Company, LLC Facility: James A. FitzPatrick Nuclear Power Plant Location: Scriba, NY Inspection Dates: January 1, 2018 to March 31, 2018 Inspectors: K. Kolaczyk, Senior Resident Inspector G. Stock, Resident Inspector J. Ambrosini, Senior Emergency Preparedness Inspector T. Dunn, Operations Engineer J. Kulp, Senior Reactor Inspector R. Rolph, Health Physicist C. Safouri, Project Engineer A. Turilin, Resident Inspector Approved By: A. Dimitriadis, Chief Reactor Projects Branch 5 Division of Reactor Projects Enclosure


ML18134A214 SUNSI Review Non-Sensitive Sensitive Publicly Available Non-Publicly Available OFFICE RI/DRP RI/DRP RI/DRP NAME KKolaczyk/GStock for via email LCline via email ADimitriadis DATE 5/14/18 5/14/18 5/14/18
=SUMMARY=
 
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) continued monitoring Exelons performance at
1 Enclosure U.S. NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION Inspection Report
 
Docket Number: 50-333
 
License Number: DPR-59
 
Report Number: 05000333/2018001
 
Enterprise Identifier: I-2018-001-0048
 
Licensee: Exelon Generation Company, LLC
 
Facility: James A. FitzPatrick Nuclear Power Plant
 
Location: Scriba, NY
 
Inspection Dates: January 1, 2018 to March 31, 2018
 
Inspectors: K. Kolaczyk, Senior Resident Inspector G. Stock, Resident Inspector J. Ambrosini, Senior Emergency Preparedness Inspector T. Dunn, Operations Engineer J. Kulp, Senior Reactor Inspector R. Rolph, Health Physicist C. Safouri, Project Engineer A. Turilin, Resident Inspector
 
Approved By: A. Dimitriadis, Chief Reactor Projects Branch 5 Division of Reactor Projects
 
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=SUMMARY=
FitzPatrick by conducting the baseline inspections described in this report 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.
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) continued monitoring Exelon's performance at FitzPatrick by conducting the baseline inspections described in this report in accordance with the Reactor Oversight Process. The Reactor Oversight Process is the NRC's program for overseeing the safe operation of commercial nuclear power reactors. Refer to https://www.nrc.gov/reactors/operating/oversight.html for more information.


No findings or more-than-minor violations were identified.
No findings or more-than-minor violations were identified.


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=PLANT STATUS=


=PLANT STATUS=
FitzPatrick began the inspection period at rated thermal power. On February 25, 2018, operators reduced power to 54 percent to perform scram time testing and turbine and main steam isolation valve stroke time testing. Operators returned FitzPatrick to rated thermal power March 1, 2018, and the plant remained at or near rated thermal power for the remainder of the inspection period.
FitzPatrick began the inspection period at rated thermal power. On February 25, 2018, operators reduced power to 54 percent to perform scram time testing and turbine and main steam isolation valve stroke time testing. Operators returned FitzPatrick to rated thermal power March 1, 2018, and the plant remained at or near rated thermal power for the remainder of the inspection period.


==INSPECTION SCOPES==
==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."
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 Exelons performance and compliance with Commission rules and regulations, license conditions, site procedures, and standards.
 
The inspectors reviewed selected procedures and records, observed activities, and interviewed personnel to assess Exelon's performance and compliance with Commission rules and regulations, license conditions, site procedures, and standards.


==REACTOR SAFETY==
==REACTOR SAFETY==


==71111.01 - Adverse Weather Protection==
==71111.01 - Adverse Weather Protection     Impending Severe Weather==
{{IP sample|IP=IP 71111.01|count=1}}


===Impending Severe Weather (1 Sample)===
The inspectors evaluated readiness for impending extreme weather conditions prior to the unseasonably cold weather during the week of January 1, 2018.
The inspectors evaluated readiness for impending extreme weather conditions prior to the unseasonably cold weather during the week of January 1, 2018.


==71111.04 - Equipment Alignment==
==71111.04 - Equipment Alignment     Partial Walkdown==
 
{{IP sample|IP=IP 71111.04|count=5}}
===Partial Walkdown (5 Samples)===


The inspectors evaluated system configurations during partial walkdowns of the following systems:
The inspectors evaluated system configurations during partial walkdowns of the following systems:
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: (2) High pressure coolant injection (HPCI) system on January 18, 2018
: (2) High pressure coolant injection (HPCI) system on January 18, 2018
: (3) Drywell outage cooling system on January 26, 2018
: (3) Drywell outage cooling system on January 26, 2018
: (4) 'A' control room emergency ventilation system with 'B' train inoperable for relay maintenance on March 3, 2018
: (4) A control room emergency ventilation system with B train inoperable for relay maintenance on March 3, 2018
: (5) 'B' spent fuel pool cooling system while the 'A' system was out of service for unplanned maintenance on March 22, 2018  
: (5) B spent fuel pool cooling system while the A system was out of service for unplanned maintenance on March 22, 2018


===Complete Walkdown (1 Sample)===
===Complete Walkdown (1 Sample)===
The inspectors evaluated system configurations during a complete walkdown of the drywell vent and purge and containment pressurization system on March 16, 2018.
The inspectors evaluated system configurations during a complete walkdown of the drywell   vent and purge and containment pressurization system on March 16, 2018.


==71111.05A/Q - Fire Protection Annual/Quarterly==
==71111.05A/Q - Fire Protection Annual/Quarterly Quarterly Inspection==
{{IP sample|IP=IP 71111.05A/Q|count=6}}


===Quarterly Inspection (6 Samples)===
The inspectors evaluated fire protection program implementation in the following selected areas:
The inspectors evaluated fire protection program implementation in the following selected areas:
: (1) North cable tunnel fire zone CT-4 on January 3, 2018
: (1) North cable tunnel fire zone CT-4 on January 3, 2018
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: (3) Relay room fire zone RR-1 on January 3, 2018
: (3) Relay room fire zone RR-1 on January 3, 2018
: (4) East pipe tunnel fire zone RW-1 on January 18, 2018
: (4) East pipe tunnel fire zone RW-1 on January 18, 2018
: (5) Battery room 'A' fire zone BR-1 on February 21, 2018
: (5) Battery room A fire zone BR-1 on February 21, 2018
: (6) Interim waste storage facility, fire area yard on March 28, 2018
: (6) Interim waste storage facility, fire area yard on March 28, 2018


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Internal Flooding The inspectors evaluated internal flooding mitigation protections on floor plug 4, which was removed for west crescent cooler maintenance, on March 9, 2018.
Internal Flooding The inspectors evaluated internal flooding mitigation protections on floor plug 4, which was removed for west crescent cooler maintenance, on March 9, 2018.


==71111.11 - Licensed Operator Requalification Program and Licensed Operator Performance==
==71111.11 - Licensed Operator Requalification Program and Licensed Operator Performance   Operator Requalification==
{{IP sample|IP=IP 71111.11|count=1}}


===Operator Requalification (1 Sample)===
The inspectors observed and evaluated a simulator scenario including swapping of service water pumps, a loss of the T-13 transformer, a steam leak inside the drywell requiring reactor pressure vessel blowdown, and the loss of all reactor pressure vessel level instrumentation on January 25, 2018.
The inspectors observed and evaluated a simulator scenario including swapping of service water pumps, a loss of the T-13 transformer, a steam leak inside the drywell requiring reactor pressure vessel blowdown, and the loss of all reactor pressure vessel level instrumentation on January 25, 2018.


===Operator Performance (1 Sample)===
===Operator Performance (1 Sample)===
The inspectors observed B turbine driven feed pump taken to manual to perform operational decision making issue actions for motor gear unit sticking, and the performance of ST-5BB system B channel function test on March 13, 2018.


The inspectors observed 'B' turbine driv en feed pump taken to manual to perform operational decision making issue actions for motor gear unit sticking, and the performance of ST-5BB system 'B' channel function test on March 13, 2018.
==71111.12 - Maintenance Effectiveness   Routine Maintenance Effectiveness==
 
{{IP sample|IP=IP 71111.12|count=2}}
==71111.12 - Maintenance Effectiveness==


Routine Maintenance Effectiveness (2 Samples)
The inspectors evaluated the effectiveness of routine maintenance activities associated with the following equipment and/or safety significant functions:
The inspectors evaluated the effectiveness of routine maintenance activities associated with the following equipment and/or safety significant functions:
: (1) Structural monitoring program walkdown of the torus room on March 1, 2018
: (1) Structural monitoring program walkdown of the torus room on March 1, 2018
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The inspectors evaluated the risk assessments for the following planned and emergent work activities:
The inspectors evaluated the risk assessments for the following planned and emergent work activities:
: (1) 'C' battery room ventilation fan maintenance on January 26, 2018
: (1) C battery room ventilation fan maintenance on January 26, 2018
: (2) HPCI planned maintenance on February 13, 2018
: (2) HPCI planned maintenance on February 13, 2018
: (3) 'B' station air compressor planned maintenance on February 13, 2018
: (3) B station air compressor planned maintenance on February 13, 2018
: (4) 'A' and 'C' diesel generators planned maintenance the week of February 19, 2018
: (4) A and C diesel generators planned maintenance the week of February 19, 2018
: (5) Hardened containment vent tie-in to normal ventilation on February 27, 2018
: (5) Hardened containment vent tie-in to normal ventilation on February 27, 2018


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The inspectors evaluated the following operability determinations and functionality assessments:
The inspectors evaluated the following operability determinations and functionality assessments:
: (1) HPCI system with steam trap T-3 allowing steam downstream on January 18, 2018
: (1) HPCI system with steam trap T-3 allowing steam downstream on January 18, 2018
: (2) Standby gas treatment 'A' after excessive runtime without a charcoal sample on January 31, 2018
: (2) Standby gas treatment A after excessive runtime without a charcoal sample on January 31, 2018
: (3) HPCI foam actuation valve 76-SOV-132 failure to close on February 8, 2018
: (3) HPCI foam actuation valve 76-SOV-132 failure to close on February 8, 2018
: (4) Bypass valve operability following intermittent partial open indication on February 12, 2018
: (4) Bypass valve operability following intermittent partial open indication on February 12, 2018
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: (7) Past operability for the safety pump room with the fire dampers covered with herculite on February 27, 2018
: (7) Past operability for the safety pump room with the fire dampers covered with herculite on February 27, 2018
: (8) HPCI secured during surveillance test due to high flow on March 9, 2018
: (8) HPCI secured during surveillance test due to high flow on March 9, 2018
: (9) 70MOD-110A indicated dual with control room vent placed in purge on March 29, 2018
: (9) 70MOD-110A indicated dual with control room vent placed in purge on March 29, 2018


===71111.17T - Evaluations of Changes, Tests, and Experiments===
===71111.17T - Evaluations of Changes, Tests, and Experiments ===
{{IP sample|IP=IP 71111.17|count=29}}
{{IP sample|IP=IP 71111.17|count=29}}
The inspectors evaluated the following from March 26, 2018 to March 29, 2018:
The inspectors evaluated the following from March 26, 2018 to March 29, 2018:
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: (17) EC 66088, Provide Isolation Between Secondary Containment and Residual Heat Removal Service Water for Work on 10MOV-89B, Revision 0
: (17) EC 66088, Provide Isolation Between Secondary Containment and Residual Heat Removal Service Water for Work on 10MOV-89B, Revision 0
: (18) EC 66125, Evaluate Increasing the Reactor Protection System Motor-Generator Set Overvoltage Relay Setpoint, Revision 0
: (18) EC 66125, Evaluate Increasing the Reactor Protection System Motor-Generator Set Overvoltage Relay Setpoint, Revision 0
: (19) EC 9000067410, Replace 3-stage Safety Relie f Valves with 2-stage Valves 2RV-71E and 2RV-71F, Revision 0
: (19) EC 9000067410, Replace 3-stage Safety Relief Valves with 2-stage Valves 2RV-71E and 2RV-71F, Revision 0
: (20) EC 9000067794, Replacement of 92TIC-101B, Revision 0
: (20) EC 9000067794, Replacement of 92TIC-101B, Revision 0
: (21) EC 9000069344, 12MOV-15 and 12MOV-18 Throttle Capability, Revision 0
: (21) EC 9000069344, 12MOV-15 and 12MOV-18 Throttle Capability, Revision 0
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: (2) HPCI system turbine steam supply drain trap replacement on February 13, 2018
: (2) HPCI system turbine steam supply drain trap replacement on February 13, 2018
: (3) Installation of Fukushima nitrogen supply line 27AOV-117 on February 28, 2018
: (3) Installation of Fukushima nitrogen supply line 27AOV-117 on February 28, 2018
: (4) 'B' turbine driven feed pump motor gear unit replacement and testing on February 28, 2018
: (4) B turbine driven feed pump motor gear unit replacement and testing on February 28, 2018
: (5) 'B' control room emergency ventilation system relay maintenance on March 13, 2018
: (5) B control room emergency ventilation system relay maintenance on March 13, 2018
: (6) 'A' residual heat removal maintenance window on March 22, 2018
: (6) A residual heat removal maintenance window on March 22, 2018
: (7) 'A' emergency diesel generator circulating oil pump coupling replacement and realignment on March 28, 2018
: (7) A emergency diesel generator circulating oil pump coupling replacement and realignment on March 28, 2018
 
==71111.22 - Surveillance Testing==
 
The inspectors evaluated the following surveillance tests: 


===Routine (3 Samples)===
==71111.22 - Surveillance Testing The inspectors evaluated the following surveillance tests:    Routine==
: (1) ST-9BA, Emergency Diesel Generator 'A' and 'C' Full Load Test and Emergency Service Water Pump Operability Test, on January 29, 2017
{{IP sample|IP=IP 71111.22|count=3}}
: (1) ST-9BA, Emergency Diesel Generator A and C Full Load Test and Emergency Service Water Pump Operability Test, on January 29, 2017
: (2) MST-071.16, Instrument Battery Quarterly Surveillance Test, on February 8, 2018
: (2) MST-071.16, Instrument Battery Quarterly Surveillance Test, on February 8, 2018
: (3) ST-9R, Emergency Diesel Generator 'A' and 'C' System Quick-Start Operability Test and Offsite Circuit Verification, on February 5, 2018  
: (3) ST-9R, Emergency Diesel Generator A and C System Quick-Start Operability Test and Offsite Circuit Verification, on February 5, 2018


===Inservice (2 Samples)===
===Inservice (2 Samples)===
: (1) ST-2AL , 'A' Residual Heat Removal Quarterly Operability Test (IST), on January 2, 2018
: (1) ST-2AL , A Residual Heat Removal Quarterly Operability Test (IST), on January 2, 2018
: (2) ST-25BB, Containment Atmosphere Dilution System 'B' Quarterly Operability Test (IST), on January 19, 2018
: (2) ST-25BB, Containment Atmosphere Dilution System B Quarterly Operability Test (IST),on January 19, 2018


==71114.06 - Drill Evaluation==
==71114.06 - Drill Evaluation   Drill/Training Evolution==
{{IP sample|IP=IP 71114.06|count=1}}


===Drill/Training Evolution (1 Sample)===
The inspectors evaluated a simulator scenario including swapping of service water pumps, a loss of the T-13 transformer, a steam leak inside the drywell requiring reactor pressure vessel blowdown, an alert declaration, and the loss of all reactor pressure vessel level instrumentation which led to a site area emergency declaration, on January 25,
The inspectors evaluated a simulator scenario including swapping of service water pumps, a loss of the T-13 transformer, a steam leak inside the drywell requiring reactor pressure vessel blowdown, an alert declaration, and the loss of all reactor pressure vessel level instrumentation which led to a site area emergency declaration, on January 25,  


==RADIATION SAFETY==
==RADIATION SAFETY==


==71124.01 - Radiological Hazard Assessment and Exposure Controls==
==71124.01 - Radiological Hazard Assessment and Exposure Controls   Radiological Hazard Assessment==
{{IP sample|IP=IP 71124.01|count=1}}


===Radiological Hazard Assessment (1 Sample)===
The inspectors reviewed recent plant radiation surveys and for radiological hazards to onsite workers or members of the public. The inspectors evaluated assessments and controls for new radiological hazards.
The inspectors reviewed recent plant radiation surveys and for radiological hazards to onsite workers or members of the public. The inspectors evaluated assessments and controls for new radiological hazards.


===Instructions to Workers (1 Sample)===
===Instructions to Workers (1 Sample)===
The inspectors evaluated instructions provided to workers.
The inspectors evaluated instructions provided to workers.


===Contamination and Radioactive Material Control (1 Sample)===
===Contamination and Radioactive Material Control (1 Sample)===
The inspectors observed the monitoring of potentially contaminated material leaving the radiological control area and evaluated contamination and radioactive material controls.


The inspectors observed the monitoring of potentially contaminated material leaving the radiological control area and evaluated contamination and radioactive material controls. The inspectors selected several sealed sources from inventory records and assessed whether the sources were accounted for and were tested for loose surface contamination.
The inspectors selected several sealed sources from inventory records and assessed whether the sources were accounted for and were tested for loose surface contamination.


===Radiological Hazards Control and Work Coverage (1 Sample)===
===Radiological Hazards Control and Work Coverage (1 Sample)===
The inspectors evaluated in-plant radiological conditions and performed independent radiation measurements during facility walk-downs and observation of radiological work activities. The inspectors assessed whether posted surveys, radiation work permits, worker radiological briefings, and the use of continuous air monitoring and dosimetry monitoring were consistent with the present conditions.
The inspectors evaluated in-plant radiological conditions and performed independent radiation measurements during facility walk-downs and observation of radiological work activities. The inspectors assessed whether posted surveys, radiation work permits, worker radiological briefings, and the use of continuous air monitoring and dosimetry monitoring were consistent with the present conditions.


===High Radiation Area and Very High Radiation Area Controls (1 Sample)===
High Radiation Area and Very High Radiation Area Controls (1 Sample)
 
The inspectors evaluated risk-significant high radiation area and very high radiation area controls, including postings and physical barriers.
The inspectors evaluated risk-significant high radiation area and very high radiation area controls, including postings and physical barriers.


===Radiation Worker Performance and Radiation Protection Technician Proficiency (1 Sample)===
Radiation Worker Performance and Radiation Protection Technician Proficiency (1 Sample)
The inspectors evaluated radiation worker and radiation protection technician radiological performance.
==71124.02 - Occupational As Low As Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) Planning and Controls    Verification of Dose Estimates and Exposure Tracking Systems==
{{IP sample|IP=IP 71124.02|count=1}}


The inspectors evaluated radiation worker and radiation protection technician radiological
===The inspectors evaluated dose estimates and exposure tracking.
 
Radiation Worker Performance===
performance.
{{IP sample|IP=IP 71124.02|count=1}}
 
==71124.02 - Occupational As Low As Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) Planning and Controls==
 
===Verification of Dose Estimates and Exposure Tracking Systems (1 Sample)===
 
The inspectors evaluated dose estimates and exposure tracking.
 
===Radiation Worker Performance (1 Sample)===


The inspectors evaluated radiation worker and radiation protection technician performance.
The inspectors evaluated radiation worker and radiation protection technician performance.


==71124.03 - In-Plant Airborne Radioactivity Control and Mitigation==
==71124.03 - In-Plant Airborne Radioactivity Control and Mitigation   Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus for Emergency Use==
 
{{IP sample|IP=IP 71124.03|count=1}}
===Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus for Emergency Use (1 Sample)===
The inspectors evaluated Exelon's self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) program at FitzPatrick to include surveillance records for three SCBAs staged in-plant for use during emergencies, procedures, maintenance and test records, the refilling and transporting of SCBA air bottles, SCBA mask size availability, and the qualifications of personnel performing service and repair of this equipment.
 
==71124.04 - Occupational Dose Assessment==
 
===Source Term Characterization (1 Sample)===


The inspectors evaluated Exelon's s ource term characterization.
The inspectors evaluated Exelons self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) program at FitzPatrick to include surveillance records for three SCBAs staged in-plant for use during emergencies, procedures, maintenance and test records, the refilling and transporting of SCBA air bottles, SCBA mask size availability, and the qualifications of personnel performing service and repair of this equipment.
==71124.04 - Occupational Dose Assessment    Source Term Characterization==
{{IP sample|IP=IP 71124.04|count=1}}


===Special Dosimetric Situations (1 Sample)===
===The inspectors evaluated Exelons source term characterization.
Special Dosimetric Situations===
{{IP sample|IP=IP 71124.04|count=1}}


The inspectors evaluated Exelon's performance for special dosimetric situations.
The inspectors evaluated Exelons performance for special dosimetric situations.


==OTHER ACTIVITIES - BASELINE==
==OTHER ACTIVITIES - BASELINE==


===71151 - Performance Indicator Verification===
===71151 - Performance Indicator Verification ===
{{IP sample|IP=IP 71151|count=2}}
{{IP sample|IP=IP 71151|count=2}}
The inspectors verified licensee performance indicators submittals listed below for the  
The inspectors verified licensee performance indicators submittals listed below for the period from January 1, 2017 through December 31, 2017:
 
period from January 1, 2017 through December 31, 2017:
: (1) MS05, Safety System Functional Failures
: (1) MS05, Safety System Functional Failures
: (2) IE03, Unplanned Power Changes
: (2) IE03, Unplanned Power Changes


==71152 - Problem Identification and Resolution==
==71152 - Problem Identification and Resolution     Annual Follow-up of Selected Issues==
{{IP sample|IP=IP 71152|count=1}}


===Annual Follow-up of Selected Issues (1 Sample)===
The inspectors reviewed Exelons implementation of its corrective action program related to the following issues:
The inspectors reviewed Exelon's implementation of its corrective action program related to the following issues:
: (1) Reactor Scram Due to Frazil Ice Build-up and Subsequent Lowering Intake Level
: (1) Reactor Scram Due to Frazil Ice Build-up and Subsequent Lowering Intake Level


==INSPECTION RESULTS==
==INSPECTION RESULTS==
Observations 71152 Annual Follow-up of Selected Issues Reactor Scram Due to Frazil Ice Build-up and Subsequent Lowering Intake Level  
Observations                                           71152 Annual Follow-up of Selected Issues Reactor Scram Due to Frazil Ice Build-up and Subsequent Lowering Intake Level On January 23, 2016, during power ascension following a downpower for hydraulic control unit maintenance, the station experienced a reduction in intake level. Operators initially attempted to perform a rapid downpower with the intent of securing two circulating water pumps. After securing the first circulating water pump, intake level momentarily began to rise and then continued to lower. When intake level decreased to the procedurally required minimal intake level, operators inserted a manual scram. Exelon determined the cause of the scram was frazil ice build-up on the bar racks at the intake structure, which is an infrequent occurrence, but is expected during winter months during specific meteorological conditions.
 
FitzPatrick has experienced frazil ice build-up previously in 1996, 2004, 2008, and 2010.


On January 23, 2016, during power ascension following a downpower for hydraulic control unit maintenance, the station experienced a reduction in intake level. Operators initially attempted to perform a rapid downpower with the intent of securing two circulating water pumps. After securing the first circulating water pump, intake level momentarily began to rise and then continued to lower. When intake level decreased to the procedurally required minimal intake level, operators inserted a manual scram. Exelon determined the cause of the scram was frazil ice build-up on the bar racks at the intake structure, which is an infrequent occurrence, but is expected during winter months during specific meteorological conditions. FitzPatrick has experienced frazil ice build-up previously in 1996, 2004, 2008, and 2010. However, only in 1996 did the event result in a unit scram, which resulted in a number of corrective actions, including new procedures to combat intake level issues. Since the 2004 -
However, only in 1996 did the event result in a unit scram, which resulted in a number of corrective actions, including new procedures to combat intake level issues. Since the 2004 -
2010 events did not result in a reactor scram, the evaluations for the events were not as in depth or as scrutinizing as the 1996 event. Exelon recognized that these prior events were missed opportunities to not just mitigate the bui ld-up of frazil ice but evaluate and eliminate the potential. Another factor that potentially affected how rapidly the January 2016 progressed, was the re-tubing of the FitzPatrick main condensers in 2015, which increased the flow rate through the intake, which can expedite frazil ice formation in the intake system.
2010 events did not result in a reactor scram, the evaluations for the events were not as in depth or as scrutinizing as the 1996 event. Exelon recognized that these prior events were missed opportunities to not just mitigate the build-up of frazil ice but evaluate and eliminate the potential. Another factor that potentially affected how rapidly the January 2016 progressed, was the re-tubing of the FitzPatrick main condensers in 2015, which increased the flow rate through the intake, which can expedite frazil ice formation in the intake system.


Exelon noted this item in the root cause investigation that was completed following the 2016 scram, and implemented several corrective actions to address this issue.
Exelon noted this item in the root cause investigation that was completed following the 2016 scram, and implemented several corrective actions to address this issue.
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The inspectors reviewed the 2016 Exelon root cause analysis documented under IR 03992624. Exelon concluded the event was casued by frazil ice buildup. Contributing causes were that the procedures for mitigating the impact of frazil ice formation were ineffective, and that station leadership accepted mitigating actions vice elimination for issues that potentially jeopardized safe plant operation. Previous analysis has discovered under certain circumstances that the bar rack heaters were incapable of preventing frazil ice. Given the root cause and the contributing causes, Exelon pursued corrective actions to eliminate the possibility of frazil ice build-up which included removing two of the eight bar racks on the intake structure as corrective actions. The removal of the two bar racks will allow for sufficient intake flow should the remaining racks be impeded by frazil ice.
The inspectors reviewed the 2016 Exelon root cause analysis documented under IR 03992624. Exelon concluded the event was casued by frazil ice buildup. Contributing causes were that the procedures for mitigating the impact of frazil ice formation were ineffective, and that station leadership accepted mitigating actions vice elimination for issues that potentially jeopardized safe plant operation. Previous analysis has discovered under certain circumstances that the bar rack heaters were incapable of preventing frazil ice. Given the root cause and the contributing causes, Exelon pursued corrective actions to eliminate the possibility of frazil ice build-up which included removing two of the eight bar racks on the intake structure as corrective actions. The removal of the two bar racks will allow for sufficient intake flow should the remaining racks be impeded by frazil ice.


The inspectors noted this winter FitzPatrick had no indications of frazil ice build-up or intake level issues which would appear to demonstrate that the removal of the bar racks has improved FitzPatrick's ability to mitigate frazil ice buildup. Further corrective actions include installing an intake level rate of change alarm, revising procedures to increase lake level monitoring during high frazil ice likelihood conditions, and to communicate with Nine Mile Point Unit 1 and 2 and take action if either plant experiences indications of intake icing. The inspectors concluded that Exelon's response and corrective actions for this event were commensurate with the safety significance, were timely, and included appropriate compensatory measures.
The inspectors noted this winter FitzPatrick had no indications of frazil ice build-up or intake level issues which would appear to demonstrate that the removal of the bar racks has improved FitzPatricks ability to mitigate frazil ice buildup. Further corrective actions include installing an intake level rate of change alarm, revising procedures to increase lake level monitoring during high frazil ice likelihood conditions, and to communicate with Nine Mile Point Unit 1 and 2 and take action if either plant experiences indications of intake icing. The inspectors concluded that Exelons response and corrective actions for this event were commensurate with the safety significance, were timely, and included appropriate compensatory measures.


==EXIT MEETINGS AND DEBRIEFS==
==EXIT MEETINGS AND DEBRIEFS==
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Issue Report
Issue Report
04087668
04087668
71111.04 Procedures
71111.04
CAD System B Quarterly Operability Test (IST) ST-25BB, Revision 4 DBD-070, Control Room and Relay Room Ventilation and Cooling Systems, Revision 4
Procedures
FB-35E, Flow Diagram Control Room Area Se
CAD System B Quarterly Operability Test (IST) ST-25BB, Revision 4
rvice and Chilled Water System 70, Revision 38 FB-45A, Flow Diagram Control and Relay Rooms Heating and Ventilation System 70, Revision 42 FM-19B Flow Diagram Fuel Pool Cleanup and Cooling System, Revision 45
DBD-070, Control Room and Relay Room Ventilation and Cooling Systems, Revision 4
FB-35E, Flow Diagram Control Room Area Service and Chilled Water System 70, Revision 38
FB-45A, Flow Diagram Control and Relay Rooms Heating and Ventilation System 70,
Revision 42
FM-19B Flow Diagram Fuel Pool Cleanup and Cooling System, Revision 45
OP-13F, RHR- Fuel Pool Cooling Assist, Revision 11
OP-13F, RHR- Fuel Pool Cooling Assist, Revision 11
OP-30 Fuel Pool Cooling and Cleanup System, Revision 43
OP-30 Fuel Pool Cooling and Cleanup System, Revision 43
Issue Report
Issue Report
04088760
04088760
Drawings FM-15A, Flow Diagram Reactor Bldg Cooling Water System 15, Revision 65
Drawings
FM-132A, Temporary Drywell Cooling System 68, Revision 5MSK-1652, Drywell Temporary Cooling System 68, Revision 4 FM-18A, Flow Diagram, Drywell Inerting C.
FM-15A, Flow Diagram Reactor Bldg Cooling Water System 15, Revision 65
FM-132A, Temporary Drywell Cooling System 68, Revision 5MSK-1652, Drywell Temporary
Cooling System 68, Revision 4
FM-18A, Flow Diagram, Drywell Inerting C.
: [[contact::A.D. and Purge System]], Revision 57
: [[contact::A.D. and Purge System]], Revision 57
FM-18B, Flow Diagram, Drywell Inerting C.
FM-18B, Flow Diagram, Drywell Inerting C.
: [[contact::A.D. Purge and Containment DP System 27]], Revision 44 FM-25A, Flow Diagram High Pressure Coolant Injection System 23, Revision 75 FM-48A, Flow Diagram Standby Gas Tr
: [[contact::A.D. Purge and Containment DP System 27]],
eatment System 01-125, Revision 32
Revision 44
71111.05 Procedures
FM-25A, Flow Diagram High Pressure Coolant Injection System 23, Revision 75
JAF Fire Hazards Analysis JAF-RPT-04-00478, Revision 3 PFP-OUT25, Interim Waste Storage Facility Fire Area/Yard, Revision 0 PFP-PWR04 Battery Room Complex, EL 272', Fire Area/Zone BR-1, Br-2, BR-3, BR-4, Revision 2 PFP-PWR37, East Pipe Tunnel Elevation 258' Fire Area/Zone XIX/RW-1, Revision 002  
FM-48A, Flow Diagram Standby Gas Treatment System 01-125, Revision 32
 
71111.05
Procedures
JAF Fire Hazards Analysis JAF-RPT-04-00478, Revision 3
PFP-OUT25, Interim Waste Storage Facility Fire Area/Yard, Revision 0
PFP-PWR04 Battery Room Complex, EL 272, Fire Area/Zone BR-1, Br-2, BR-3, BR-4,
Revision 2
PFP-PWR37, East Pipe Tunnel Elevation 258 Fire Area/Zone XIX/RW-1, Revision 002
71111.06
71111.06
Procedures AP-16.14, Hazard Barrier Controls, Revision 7
Procedures
CC-AA-201, Plant Barrier Control Program, Revision 12  
AP-16.14, Hazard Barrier Controls, Revision 7
 
CC-AA-201, Plant Barrier Control Program, Revision 12
71111.12 Procedures ST-5BB, APRM System 'B' Channel Functional Test, Revision 2
71111.12
OP-AA-103-102, Watch-Standing Practices, Revision 18 OP-AA-108-112, Plant Status and Configuration, Revision 10
Procedures
ST-5BB, APRM System B Channel Functional Test, Revision 2
OP-AA-103-102, Watch-Standing Practices, Revision 18
OP-AA-108-112, Plant Status and Configuration, Revision 10
Issue Report
Issue Report
04114489
04114489
Miscellaneous
Miscellaneous
JAF-1-2017-0609, Revision 1  
JAF-1-2017-0609, Revision 1
 
71111.12
71111.12
Procedures ER-AA-450, Structures Monitoring, Revision 6
Procedures
ER-AA-450, Structures Monitoring, Revision 6
JAF-RPT-07-00006, Maintenance Rule Structural Monitoring Report, Revision 6
JAF-RPT-07-00006, Maintenance Rule Structural Monitoring Report, Revision 6
Issue Report
Issue Report
04114448
04114448
71111.13 Procedures AP-10.10, On-Line Risk Assessment, Revision 9
71111.13
Procedures
AP-10.10, On-Line Risk Assessment, Revision 9
EN-WM-104, On-Line Risk Assessment, Revision 12
EN-WM-104, On-Line Risk Assessment, Revision 12
OP-AA-108-117, Protected Equipment Program, Revision 4  
OP-AA-108-117, Protected Equipment Program, Revision 4
 
71111.15
71111.15 Procedures FB-45A, Control and Relay Rooms Heating and Ventilation System 70, Revision 42 OP-AA-108-115, Operability Determinations, Revision 20 RP-RESP-03.02, SGTS, CREVAS, and TSCVASS Testing, Revision 19 ST-4N, HPCI Quick-Start, Inservice, and Transient Monitoring Test (IST), Revision 66
Procedures
ST-40D, Daily Surveillance and Channel Check, Revision 112  
FB-45A, Control and Relay Rooms Heating and Ventilation System 70, Revision 42
 
OP-AA-108-115, Operability Determinations, Revision 20
Issue Reports 03992613 04071131 04081869 04088480 04088760 04096823 04097327 04103156 04103690 04112832  
RP-RESP-03.02, SGTS, CREVAS, and TSCVASS Testing, Revision 19
 
ST-4N, HPCI Quick-Start, Inservice, and Transient Monitoring Test (IST), Revision 66
ST-40D, Daily Surveillance and Channel Check, Revision 112
Issue Reports
03992613             04071131             04081869             04088480
04088760             04096823             04097327             04103156
04103690             04112832
Work Order
Work Order
4712278 Drawings Control and Relay Rooms Hearing and Ventilation System Flow Diagram 70, Revision 42
4712278
Drawings
Control and Relay Rooms Hearing and Ventilation System Flow Diagram 70, Revision 42
FM-25A, Flow Diagram High Pressure Injection System 23, Revision 75
FM-25A, Flow Diagram High Pressure Injection System 23, Revision 75
71111.19 Procedures
71111.19
Procedures
HU-AA-104-101, Procedure Use and Adherence, Revision 5
HU-AA-104-101, Procedure Use and Adherence, Revision 5
ST-2AN, RHR Loop A Monthly Operability Test, Revision 16
ST-2AN, RHR Loop A Monthly Operability Test, Revision 16
ST-18, Main Control Room Emergency Fan and Damper Operability Test, Revision 33 ST-76AD, East Diesel Fire Pump 76-P4 Performance Test, Revision 10
ST-18, Main Control Room Emergency Fan and Damper Operability Test, Revision 33
ST-76AD, East Diesel Fire Pump 76-P4 Performance Test, Revision 10
WC-AA-111, Surveillance Program Requirements, Revision 5
WC-AA-111, Surveillance Program Requirements, Revision 5
Issue Reports 04097327 04098786 04103334 04107062
Issue Reports
04114905 04119383  
04097327             04098786             04103334             04107062
 
04114905             04119383
Work Orders 4691285 4731093 82691241 04765320
Work Orders
04666902-32  
4691285             4731093               82691241             04765320
 
04666902-32
Miscellaneous Engineering Change 50781
Miscellaneous
71111.22 Procedures MST-071.16, 24V Instrument Battery Quarterly Surveillance Test, Revision 14 ST-2AL, RHR Loop A Quarterly Operability Test (IST), Revision 37 ST-9BA, EDG 'A' and 'C' Full Load Test and ESW Pump Operability Test, Revision 16
Engineering Change 50781
ST-9R, EDG System Quick-Start Operability Test and Offsite Circuit Verification, Revision 9  
71111.22
 
Procedures
MST-071.16, 24V Instrument Battery Quarterly Surveillance Test, Revision 14
ST-2AL, RHR Loop A Quarterly Operability Test (IST), Revision 37
ST-9BA, EDG A and C Full Load Test and ESW Pump Operability Test, Revision 16
ST-9R, EDG System Quick-Start Operability Test and Offsite Circuit Verification, Revision 9
Work Orders
Work Orders
04710258 04733734 71124.01 Procedures EN-RP-105, Radiological Work Permits, Revision 16 EN-RP-106, Radiological Survey Documentation, Revision 7
04710258
04733734
71124.01
Procedures
EN-RP-105, Radiological Work Permits, Revision 16
EN-RP-106, Radiological Survey Documentation, Revision 7
EN-RP-106-01, Radiological Survey Guidelines, Revision 3
EN-RP-106-01, Radiological Survey Guidelines, Revision 3
EN-RP-108, Radiation Protection Posting, Revision 18
EN-RP-108, Radiation Protection Posting, Revision 18
EN-RP-121, Radioactive Material Control, Revision 13
EN-RP-121, Radioactive Material Control, Revision 13
RP-AA-18, Radiological Posting and Labeling Program Description, Revision 1 RP-AA-300, Radiological Survey Program, Revision 15 RP-AA-376, Radiological Posting, Labeling, and Markings, Revision 9
RP-AA-18, Radiological Posting and Labeling Program Description, Revision 1
RP-AA-300, Radiological Survey Program, Revision 15
RP-AA-376, Radiological Posting, Labeling, and Markings, Revision 9
RP-AA-460, Controls for High and Locked High Radiation Areas, Revision 30
RP-AA-460, Controls for High and Locked High Radiation Areas, Revision 30
RP-AA-460-002, Additional High Radiation Exposure Control, Revision 3
RP-AA-460-002, Additional High Radiation Exposure Control, Revision 3
RP-AA-460-003, Access to HRAS/LHRAS and Contaminated Areas in Response to a Potential or Actual Emergency, Revision 9 RP-AA-504, Unconditional Release Survey Method, Revision 14
RP-AA-460-003, Access to HRAS/LHRAS and Contaminated Areas in Response to a Potential
RP-AA-503-F-01, Unconditional Release Instructions Using the Small Articles Monitor for Personal Items Used in the Radiologically Controlled Area and in a Contaminated Area,
or Actual Emergency, Revision 9
RP-AA-504, Unconditional Release Survey Method, Revision 14
RP-AA-503-F-01, Unconditional Release Instructions Using the Small Articles Monitor for
Personal Items Used in the Radiologically Controlled Area and in a Contaminated Area,
Revision 4
Revision 4
Issue Reports 04102384 04096595 04080866 04066877 04063769 04053351  
Issue Reports
 
04102384             04096595             04080866             04066877
Miscellaneous Source leak tests on April 10, 2017 and October 5, 2017 for the following sources:
04063769             04053351
S008, S009, S014, S021, S126, S146, S388, S390, S391, S392, S395, S396, S576, S934, S935, S1018, S1029
Miscellaneous
71124.02 Procedures EN-RP-110, ALARA Program, Revision 14 EN-RP-110-01, ALARA Initiative Deferrals, Revision 1 EN-RP-110-03, Collective Radiation Exposure Reduction Guidelines, Revision 4 EN-RP-110-04, Radiation Protection Risk Assessment Process, Revision 7
Source leak tests on April 10, 2017 and October 5, 2017 for the following sources:
S008, S009, S014, S021, S126, S146, S388, S390, S391, S392, S395, S396, S576, S934,
S935, S1018, S1029
71124.02
Procedures
EN-RP-110, ALARA Program, Revision 14
EN-RP-110-01, ALARA Initiative Deferrals, Revision 1
EN-RP-110-03, Collective Radiation Exposure Reduction Guidelines, Revision 4
EN-RP-110-04, Radiation Protection Risk Assessment Process, Revision 7
EN-RP-110-05, ALARA Planning and Controls, Revision 3
EN-RP-110-05, ALARA Planning and Controls, Revision 3
RP-AA-400-1001, Establishing Collective Radiation Exposure Annual Business Plan Goals, Revision 4 RP-AA-400-1004, Emergent Dose Control and Authorization, Revision 9
RP-AA-400-1001, Establishing Collective Radiation Exposure Annual Business Plan Goals,
Revision 4
RP-AA-400-1004, Emergent Dose Control and Authorization, Revision 9
RP-AA-401, Operational ALARA Planning and Controls, Revision 22
RP-AA-401, Operational ALARA Planning and Controls, Revision 22
RP-AA-441, Total Effective Dose Equivalent (EDE) ALARA Evaluation, Revision 8
RP-AA-441, Total Effective Dose Equivalent (EDE) ALARA Evaluation, Revision 8
Issue Reports
Issue Reports
04053610 04060956
04053610
04071477 71124.03
04060956
Procedures EN-RP-131, Air Sampling, Revision 15
04071477
71124.03
Procedures
EN-RP-131, Air Sampling, Revision 15
EN-RP-503, Selection, Issue and Use of Respiratory Protection Equipment, Revision 7
EN-RP-503, Selection, Issue and Use of Respiratory Protection Equipment, Revision 7
RP-AA-301, Radiological Air Sampling Program, Revision 10 RP-AA-302, Determination of Alpha Levels and Monitoring, Revision 8 RP-AA-825, Maintenance, Care and Inspection of Respiratory Protective Equipment, Revision 8
RP-AA-301, Radiological Air Sampling Program, Revision 10
RP-RESP-08.02, Air Compressor, Bauer Unicus III, Revision 6  
RP-AA-302, Determination of Alpha Levels and Monitoring, Revision 8
 
RP-AA-825, Maintenance, Care and Inspection of Respiratory Protective Equipment, Revision 8
RP-RESP-08.02, Air Compressor, Bauer Unicus III, Revision 6
Issue Reports
Issue Reports
04061257 04089450
04061257
Miscellaneous LO Number A/R 04001198, Airborne Radioactivity Program, Respiratory Program, Personnel Monitoring Program and Bioassay Program, October 16, 2017
04089450
71124.04 Procedures
Miscellaneous
LO Number A/R 04001198, Airborne Radioactivity Program, Respiratory Program, Personnel
Monitoring Program and Bioassay Program, October 16, 2017
71124.04
Procedures
RP-AA-203-1001, Personnel Exposure Investigations, Revision 10
RP-AA-203-1001, Personnel Exposure Investigations, Revision 10
RP-AA-210, Dosimetry Issue, Usage, and Control, Revision 28 RP-AA-215, Calculating and Crediting Dose from Noble Gas Exposure, Revision 1 RP-AA-222, Methods for Estimating Internal Exposure from in VIVO Bioassay Data, Revision 5
RP-AA-210, Dosimetry Issue, Usage, and Control, Revision 28
RP-AA-215, Calculating and Crediting Dose from Noble Gas Exposure, Revision 1
RP-AA-222, Methods for Estimating Internal Exposure from in VIVO Bioassay Data, Revision 5
RP-AA-250, External Dose Assessment from Contamination, Revision 7
RP-AA-250, External Dose Assessment from Contamination, Revision 7
RP-AA-270, Prenatal Radiation Exposure, Revision 8
RP-AA-270, Prenatal Radiation Exposure, Revision 8
Miscellaneous NUPIC Audit No. 24229/Duke Audit No. VA16087, GEL Laboratories, October 17-21, 2016
Miscellaneous
71151 Procedure EN-LI-114, Performance Indicator Process, Revision 7
NUPIC Audit No. 24229/Duke Audit No. VA16087, GEL Laboratories, October 17-21, 2016
71152 Procedures OP-4, Circulating Water System, Revision 81
71151
Procedure
EN-LI-114, Performance Indicator Process, Revision 7
71152
Procedures
OP-4, Circulating Water System, Revision 81
AOP-56, Intake Water Level Trouble, Revision 15
AOP-56, Intake Water Level Trouble, Revision 15
Issue Reports
Issue Reports
03992624 04087426
03992624
Miscellaneous EC 621217 - Removal of Existing Intake Structure Bar-Racks, Revision 21
04087426
Root Cause Report - CR-JAF-2016-00243, SCRAM Due to Lowering Screenwell Water Level  
Miscellaneous
 
EC 621217 - Removal of Existing Intake Structure Bar-Racks, Revision 21
UNITED STATES NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION REGION I 2100 RENAISSANCE BOULEVARD, SUITE 100 KING OF PRUSSIA, PENNSLYVANIA 19406-2713
Root Cause Report - CR-JAF-2016-00243, SCRAM Due to Lowering Screenwell Water Level
UNITED STATES
NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION
REGION I
2100 RENAISSANCE BOULEVARD, SUITE 100
KING OF PRUSSIA, PENNSLYVANIA 19406-2713
May 14, 2018
May 14, 2018
Mr. Bryan C. Hanson
Mr. Bryan C. Hanson
Senior Vice President, Exelon Generation Company, LLC President and Chief Nuclear Officer, Exelon Nuclear 4300 Winfield Road
Senior Vice President, Exelon Generation Company, LLC
Warrenville, IL 60555  
President and Chief Nuclear Officer, Exelon Nuclear
 
4300 Winfield Road
SUBJECT: JAMES A. FITZPATRICK NUCLEAR POWER PLANT - INTEGRATED INSPECTION REPORT 05000333/2018001
Warrenville, IL 60555
Dear Mr. Hanson:  
SUBJECT:         JAMES A. FITZPATRICK NUCLEAR POWER PLANT - INTEGRATED
 
INSPECTION REPORT 05000333/2018001
Dear Mr. Hanson:
On March 31, 2018, the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) completed an inspection
On March 31, 2018, the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) completed an inspection
at the James  
at the James  
: [[contact::A. FitzPatrick Nuclear Power Plant (FitzPatrick). On May 2]], 2018, the NRC inspectors discussed the results of this inspection with Mr. Joseph Pacher, Site Vice President, and other members of your staff. The results of this inspection are documented in the enclosed
: [[contact::A. FitzPatrick Nuclear Power Plant (FitzPatrick). On May 2]], 2018, the NRC
inspectors discussed the results of this inspection with Mr. Joseph Pacher, Site Vice President,
and other members of your staff. The results of this inspection are documented in the enclosed
report.
report.
The NRC inspectors did not identify any finding or violation of more than minor significance.
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
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 the NRC Public Document Room in accordance with Title 10 of the Code of Federal Regulations (10 CFR), Part 2.390, "Public Inspections, Exemptions, Requests for Withholding."
and copying at http://www.nrc.gov/reading-rm/adams.html and the NRC Public Document Room
Sincerely,
in accordance with Title 10 of the Code of Federal Regulations (10 CFR), Part 2.390, Public
        /RA/
Inspections, Exemptions, Requests for Withholding.
Anthony Dimitriadis, Chief Reactor Projects Branch 5
Sincerely,
                                                  /RA/
Anthony Dimitriadis, Chief
Reactor Projects Branch 5
Division of Reactor Projects
Division of Reactor Projects
Docket Number: 50-333
Docket Number: 50-333
License Number: DPR-59
License Number: DPR-59
Enclosure:
Enclosure:
Inspection Report 05000333/2018001
Inspection Report 05000333/2018001
 
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OFFICE RI/DRP RI/DRP RI/DRP
KKolaczyk/GStock for
NAME KKolaczyk/GStock for via email LCline via email ADimitriadis  DATE 5/14/18 5/14/18 5/14/18
NAME                                LCline via email     ADimitriadis
Enclosure U.S. NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION
via email
DATE           5/14/18             5/14/18               5/14/18
 
U.S. NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION
Inspection Report
Inspection Report
Docket Number:        50-333
License Number:        DPR-59
Report Number:        05000333/2018001
Enterprise Identifier: I-2018-001-0048
Licensee:              Exelon Generation Company, LLC
Facility:              James A. FitzPatrick Nuclear Power Plant
Location:              Scriba, NY
Inspection Dates:      January 1, 2018 to March 31, 2018
Inspectors:           
: [[contact::K. Kolaczyk]], Senior Resident Inspector
: [[contact::G. Stock]], Resident Inspector
: [[contact::J. Ambrosini]], Senior Emergency Preparedness Inspector
: [[contact::T. Dunn]], Operations Engineer
: [[contact::J. Kulp]], Senior Reactor Inspector
: [[contact::R. Rolph]], Health Physicist
: [[contact::C. Safouri]], Project Engineer
: [[contact::A. Turilin]], Resident Inspector
Approved By:         
: [[contact::A. Dimitriadis]], Chief
Reactor Projects Branch 5
Division of Reactor Projects


Docket Number:  50-333
SUMMARY
License Number: DPR-59
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) continued monitoring Exelons performance at
 
FitzPatrick by conducting the baseline inspections described in this report in accordance with
Report Number: 05000333/2018001
the Reactor Oversight Process. The Reactor Oversight Process is the NRCs program for
 
Enterprise Identifier: I-2018-001-0048
 
Licensee: Exelon Generation Company, LLC 
 
Facility: James A. FitzPatrick Nuclear Power Plant 
 
Location: Scriba, NY
 
Inspection Dates: January 1, 2018 to March 31, 2018
 
Inspectors:
: [[contact::K. Kolaczyk]], Senior Resident Inspector 
: [[contact::G. Stock]], Resident Inspector
: [[contact::J. Ambrosini]], Senior Emergency Preparedness Inspector
: [[contact::T. Dunn]], Operations Engineer
: [[contact::J. Kulp]], Senior Reactor Inspector 
: [[contact::R. Rolph]], Health Physicist 
: [[contact::C. Safouri]], Project Engineer
: [[contact::A. Turilin]], Resident Inspector
 
Approved By:
: [[contact::A. Dimitriadis]], Chief  Reactor Projects Branch 5
Division of Reactor Projects
 
SUMMARY  The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) continued monitoring Exelon's performance at FitzPatrick by conducting the baseline inspections described in this report in accordance with the Reactor Oversight Process. The Reactor Oversight Process is the NRC's program for
overseeing the safe operation of commercial nuclear power reactors. Refer to
overseeing the safe operation of commercial nuclear power reactors. Refer to
https://www.nrc.gov/reactors/operating/oversight.html
https://www.nrc.gov/reactors/operating/oversight.html for more information.
for more information.
No findings or more-than-minor violations were identified.
No findings or more-than-minor violations were identified.  
PLANT STATUS
 
FitzPatrick began the inspection period at rated thermal power. On February 25, 2018,
PLANT STATUS FitzPatrick began the inspection period at rated thermal power. On February 25, 2018, operators reduced power to 54 percent to perform scram time testing and turbine and main steam isolation valve stroke time testing. Operators returned FitzPatrick to rated thermal power
operators reduced power to 54 percent to perform scram time testing and turbine and main
steam isolation valve stroke time testing. Operators returned FitzPatrick to rated thermal power
March 1, 2018, and the plant remained at or near rated thermal power for the remainder of the
March 1, 2018, and the plant remained at or near rated thermal power for the remainder of the
inspection period.
inspection period.
INSPECTION SCOPES
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
Inspections were conducted using the appropriate portions of the inspection procedures (IPs) in
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
effect at the beginning of the inspection unless otherwise noted. Currently approved IPs with
Identification and Resolution."
their attached revision histories are located on the public website at http://www.nrc.gov/reading-
The inspectors reviewed selected procedures and records, observed activities, and interviewed personnel to assess Exelon's performance and compliance
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 Exelons performance and compliance
with Commission rules and regulations, license conditions, site procedures, and standards.
with Commission rules and regulations, license conditions, site procedures, and standards.
REACTOR SAFETY
REACTOR SAFETY
71111.01 - Adverse Weather Protection
71111.01 - Adverse Weather Protection
Impending Severe Weather (1 Sample)
Impending Severe Weather (1 Sample)
The inspectors evaluated readiness for impending extreme weather conditions prior to the unseasonably cold weather during the week of January 1, 2018.
The inspectors evaluated readiness for impending extreme weather conditions prior to the
unseasonably cold weather during the week of January 1, 2018.
71111.04 - Equipment Alignment
71111.04 - Equipment Alignment
Partial Walkdown (5 Samples)
Partial Walkdown (5 Samples)
The inspectors evaluated system configurations during partial walkdowns of the following systems: (1) Containment air dilution system following completion of maintenance activities conducted the week of January 15, 2018 (2) High pressure coolant injection (HPCI) system on January 18, 2018  
The inspectors evaluated system configurations during partial walkdowns of the following
(3) Drywell outage cooling system on January 26, 2018  
systems:
(4) 'A' control room emergency ventilation system with 'B' train inoperable for relay
    (1) Containment air dilution system following completion of maintenance activities
maintenance on March 3, 2018 (5) 'B' spent fuel pool cooling system while the 'A' system was out of service for unplanned
conducted the week of January 15, 2018
maintenance on March 22, 2018  
    (2) High pressure coolant injection (HPCI) system on January 18, 2018
 
    (3) Drywell outage cooling system on January 26, 2018
    (4) A control room emergency ventilation system with B train inoperable for relay
maintenance on March 3, 2018
    (5) B spent fuel pool cooling system while the A system was out of service for unplanned
maintenance on March 22, 2018
Complete Walkdown (1 Sample)
Complete Walkdown (1 Sample)
The inspectors evaluated system configurations during a complete walkdown of the drywell vent and purge and containment pressurization system on March 16, 2018.
The inspectors evaluated system configurations during a complete walkdown of the drywell
vent and purge and containment pressurization system on March 16, 2018.
71111.05A/Q - Fire Protection Annual/Quarterly
71111.05A/Q - Fire Protection Annual/Quarterly
Quarterly Inspection (6 Samples)
Quarterly Inspection (6 Samples)
The inspectors evaluated fire protection program implementation in the following selected
The inspectors evaluated fire protection program implementation in the following selected
areas:  
areas:
(1) North cable tunnel fire zone CT-4 on January 3, 2018  
  (1) North cable tunnel fire zone CT-4 on January 3, 2018
(2) South cable tunnel fire zone CT-3 on January 3, 2018 (3) Relay room fire zone RR-1 on January 3, 2018 (4) East pipe tunnel fire zone RW-1 on January 18, 2018  
  (2) South cable tunnel fire zone CT-3 on January 3, 2018
(5) Battery room 'A' fire zone BR-1 on February 21, 2018  
  (3) Relay room fire zone RR-1 on January 3, 2018
(6) Interim waste storage facility, fire area yard on March 28, 2018
  (4) East pipe tunnel fire zone RW-1 on January 18, 2018
  (5) Battery room A fire zone BR-1 on February 21, 2018
  (6) Interim waste storage facility, fire area yard on March 28, 2018
71111.06 - Flood Protection Measures (1 Sample)
71111.06 - Flood Protection Measures (1 Sample)
Internal Flooding
Internal Flooding
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71111.11 - Licensed Operator Requalification Program and Licensed Operator Performance
71111.11 - Licensed Operator Requalification Program and Licensed Operator Performance
Operator Requalification (1 Sample)
Operator Requalification (1 Sample)
The inspectors observed and evaluated a simulator scenario including swapping of service water pumps, a loss of the T-13 transformer, a steam leak inside the drywell requiring
The inspectors observed and evaluated a simulator scenario including swapping of service
water pumps, a loss of the T-13 transformer, a steam leak inside the drywell requiring
reactor pressure vessel blowdown, and the loss of all reactor pressure vessel level
reactor pressure vessel blowdown, and the loss of all reactor pressure vessel level
instrumentation on January 25, 2018.  
instrumentation on January 25, 2018.
 
Operator Performance (1 Sample)
Operator Performance (1 Sample)
The inspectors observed 'B' turbine driv
The inspectors observed B turbine driven feed pump taken to manual to perform
en feed pump taken to manual to perform operational decision making issue actions for motor gear unit sticking, and the performance
operational decision making issue actions for motor gear unit sticking, and the performance
of ST-5BB system 'B' channel function test on March 13, 2018.
of ST-5BB system B channel function test on March 13, 2018.
71111.12 - Maintenance Effectiveness
71111.12 - Maintenance Effectiveness
Routine Maintenance Effectiveness  
Routine Maintenance Effectiveness (2 Samples)
(2 Samples)
The inspectors evaluated the effectiveness of routine maintenance activities associated
The inspectors evaluated the effectiveness of routine maintenance activities associated with the following equipment and/or safety significant functions:
with the following equipment and/or safety significant functions:
(1) Structural monitoring program walkdown of the torus room on March 1, 2018  
  (1) Structural monitoring program walkdown of the torus room on March 1, 2018
 
  (2) Structural monitoring program walkdown of reactor building refuel floor exterior on
(2) Structural monitoring program walkdown of reactor building refuel floor exterior on
March 13, 2018
March 13, 2018
71111.13 - Maintenance Risk Assessments and Emergent Work Control (5 Samples)
71111.13 - Maintenance Risk Assessments and Emergent Work Control (5 Samples)
The inspectors evaluated the risk assessments for the following planned and emergent
The inspectors evaluated the risk assessments for the following planned and emergent
work activities:  
work activities:
(1) 'C' battery room ventilation fan maintenance on January 26, 2018  
  (1) C battery room ventilation fan maintenance on January 26, 2018
(2) HPCI planned maintenance on February 13, 2018 (3) 'B' station air compressor planned maintenance on February 13, 2018 (4) 'A' and 'C' diesel generators planned maintenance the week of February 19, 2018  
  (2) HPCI planned maintenance on February 13, 2018
(5) Hardened containment vent tie-in to normal ventilation on February 27, 2018
  (3) B station air compressor planned maintenance on February 13, 2018
  (4) A and C diesel generators planned maintenance the week of February 19, 2018
  (5) Hardened containment vent tie-in to normal ventilation on February 27, 2018
71111.15 - Operability Determinations and Functionality Assessments (9 Samples)
71111.15 - Operability Determinations and Functionality Assessments (9 Samples)
The inspectors evaluated the following operability determinations and functionality
The inspectors evaluated the following operability determinations and functionality
assessments:  
assessments:
(1) HPCI system with steam trap T-3 allowing steam downstream on January 18, 2018 (2) Standby gas treatment 'A' after excessive runtime without a charcoal sample on
  (1) HPCI system with steam trap T-3 allowing steam downstream on January 18, 2018
January 31, 2018 (3) HPCI foam actuation valve 76-SOV-132 failure to close on February 8, 2018  
  (2) Standby gas treatment A after excessive runtime without a charcoal sample on
(4) Bypass valve operability following intermittent partial open indication on
January 31, 2018
February 12, 2018 (5) 70MOD-108A control room vent exhaust fan 4A outlet isolation damper not closed on
  (3) HPCI foam actuation valve 76-SOV-132 failure to close on February 8, 2018
February 15, 2018 (6) Alternate shutdown panel isolation switches due to Part 21 notification NRC-21-2016-00
  (4) Bypass valve operability following intermittent partial open indication on
on February 23, 2018 (7) Past operability for the safety pump room with the fire dampers covered with herculite on
February 12, 2018
February 27, 2018 (8) HPCI secured during surveillance test due to high flow on March 9, 2018 (9) 70MOD-110A indicated dual with control room vent placed in purge on March 29, 2018
  (5) 70MOD-108A control room vent exhaust fan 4A outlet isolation damper not closed on
February 15, 2018
  (6) Alternate shutdown panel isolation switches due to Part 21 notification NRC-21-2016-00
on February 23, 2018
  (7) Past operability for the safety pump room with the fire dampers covered with herculite on
February 27, 2018
  (8) HPCI secured during surveillance test due to high flow on March 9, 2018
  (9) 70MOD-110A indicated dual with control room vent placed in purge on March 29, 2018
71111.17T - Evaluations of Changes, Tests, and Experiments (29 Samples)
71111.17T - Evaluations of Changes, Tests, and Experiments (29 Samples)
The inspectors evaluated the following from March 26, 2018 to March 29, 2018:
The inspectors evaluated the following from March 26, 2018 to March 29, 2018:
CFR 50.59 Evaluations  
CFR 50.59 Evaluations
(1) JAF-SE-17-01, Main Turbine Steam Valve Testing Periodicity Change, Revision 0  
  (1)   JAF-SE-17-01, Main Turbine Steam Valve Testing Periodicity Change, Revision 0
(2) JAF-SE-17-02, Removal of Existing Intake Structure Bar-Racks, Revision 0
  (2)   JAF-SE-17-02, Removal of Existing Intake Structure Bar-Racks, Revision 0
CFR 50.59 Screening/Applicability Determinations  
CFR 50.59 Screening/Applicability Determinations
(1) 2452, PRCR: AOP-77, Revision 5  
  (1)   2452, PRCR: AOP-77, Revision 5
(2) 9000051059, Replace Obsolete 06FM-100 Flow Monitor, Revision 0 (3) 9000052728, Fukushima-Spent Fuel Pool Level Instrumentation, Revision 0 (4) 9000063007, Install Temporary Pump to Maintain Fire Protection Fire Header
  (2)   9000051059, Replace Obsolete 06FM-100 Flow Monitor, Revision 0
Pressure, Revision 1
  (3)   9000052728, Fukushima-Spent Fuel Pool Level Instrumentation, Revision 0
(5) 9000067365, 10MOV-89A/B Replacement, Revision 0 (6) 9000068099, Modify DHR Fan Control Circuits For Reverse Operation, Revision 0  
  (4)   9000063007, Install Temporary Pump to Maintain Fire Protection Fire Header
(7) 9000068175, 92MOD-150A(OP) Replacement with New Model Operator, Revision 0 (8) 9000069558, Enlarge Alignment Slot on Fuel Support Casting for Location 38-39, Revision 1 (9) AR04078735, Revision 37 of OP-55B, Revision 0  
Pressure, Revision 1
(10) DRN 16-00288, Revision 36 of OP-55B, Revision 0  
  (5)   9000067365, 10MOV-89A/B Replacement, Revision 0
(11) DRN-00156, OP-65B, Shutdown Operation, Revision 0  
  (6)   9000068099, Modify DHR Fan Control Circuits For Reverse Operation, Revision 0
(12) EC 50942, Install Fuses in Remote DC Ammeter Circuits from 71BCB-2A, Revision 0 (13) EC 57625, Changes to the JAF Facility to Support the NYPSA 345kV Capacitor Bank Additions, Revision 0 (14) EC 61046, Disconnect Power and Communication to Smoke Detection Zones 47, 48, 49, 50, and 51 and Retire in Place, Revision 0 (15) EC 61755, Lift Lead for TCV-121B to Ensure Valve Remains in the Fail-Safe Position (Open), Revision 0 (16) EC 620605, Hardened Containment Vent System Phase 2, Revision 0  
  (7)   9000068175, 92MOD-150A(OP) Replacement with New Model Operator, Revision 0
(17) EC 66088, Provide Isolation Between Secondary Containment and Residual Heat Removal Service Water for Work on 10MOV-89B, Revision 0 (18) EC 66125, Evaluate Increasing the Reactor Protection System Motor-Generator Set Overvoltage Relay Setpoint, Revision 0 (19) EC 9000067410, Replace 3-stage Safety Relie
  (8)   9000069558, Enlarge Alignment Slot on Fuel Support Casting for Location 38-39,
f Valves with 2-stage Valves 2RV-71E
Revision 1
and 2RV-71F, Revision 0 (20) EC 9000067794, Replacement of 92TIC-101B, Revision 0  
  (9)   AR04078735, Revision 37 of OP-55B, Revision 0
(21) EC 9000069344, 12MOV-15 and 12MOV-18 Throttle Capability, Revision 0  
  (10)   DRN 16-00288, Revision 36 of OP-55B, Revision 0
(22) JAF-SCN-18-008, 125 Vdc Station Battery and Charger Surveillance Test, Revision 0 (23) JAF-SCN-18-021, IMP-93.1, Emergency Diesel Generator Pressure Switch Calibration, Revision 0 (24) JAF-SCN-18-026, Cut and Cap Body Drain Lines, Revision 0  
  (11)   DRN-00156, OP-65B, Shutdown Operation, Revision 0
(25) JAF-SCR-18-017, AOP-56, Intake Water Level Trouble Procedure Revision, Revision 0 (26) OP-22, Diesel Generator Emergency Power, Revision 62, Revision 0 (27) TRM 17-003, Technical Requirements Manual, Appendix I, Surveillance Requirement 3.3.1.1.8 Frequency Change, Revision 0
  (12)   EC 50942, Install Fuses in Remote DC Ammeter Circuits from 71BCB-2A, Revision 0
  (13)   EC 57625, Changes to the JAF Facility to Support the NYPSA 345kV Capacitor Bank
Additions, Revision 0
  (14)   EC 61046, Disconnect Power and Communication to Smoke Detection Zones 47, 48,
49, 50, and 51 and Retire in Place, Revision 0
  (15)   EC 61755, Lift Lead for TCV-121B to Ensure Valve Remains in the Fail-Safe Position
          (Open), Revision 0
  (16)   EC 620605, Hardened Containment Vent System Phase 2, Revision 0
  (17)   EC 66088, Provide Isolation Between Secondary Containment and Residual Heat
Removal Service Water for Work on 10MOV-89B, Revision 0
  (18)   EC 66125, Evaluate Increasing the Reactor Protection System Motor-Generator Set
Overvoltage Relay Setpoint, Revision 0
  (19)   EC 9000067410, Replace 3-stage Safety Relief Valves with 2-stage Valves 2RV-71E
and 2RV-71F, Revision 0
  (20)   EC 9000067794, Replacement of 92TIC-101B, Revision 0
  (21)   EC 9000069344, 12MOV-15 and 12MOV-18 Throttle Capability, Revision 0
  (22)   JAF-SCN-18-008, 125 Vdc Station Battery and Charger Surveillance Test, Revision 0
  (23)   JAF-SCN-18-021, IMP-93.1, Emergency Diesel Generator Pressure Switch
Calibration, Revision 0
  (24)   JAF-SCN-18-026, Cut and Cap Body Drain Lines, Revision 0
  (25)   JAF-SCR-18-017, AOP-56, Intake Water Level Trouble Procedure Revision,
Revision 0
  (26)   OP-22, Diesel Generator Emergency Power, Revision 62, Revision 0
  (27)   TRM 17-003, Technical Requirements Manual, Appendix I, Surveillance Requirement
3.3.1.1.8 Frequency Change, Revision 0
71111.19 - Post Maintenance Testing (7 Samples)
71111.19 - Post Maintenance Testing (7 Samples)
The inspectors evaluated post maintenance testing for the following maintenance/repair
The inspectors evaluated post maintenance testing for the following maintenance/repair
activities:  
activities:
(1) 76-P4 run preventive maintenance on February 12, 2018  
  (1) 76-P4 run preventive maintenance on February 12, 2018
(2) HPCI system turbine steam supply drain trap replacement on February 13, 2018 (3) Installation of Fukushima nitrogen supply line 27AOV-117 on February 28, 2018 (4) 'B' turbine driven feed pump motor gear unit replacement and testing on February 28, 2018 (5) 'B' control room emergency ventilation system relay maintenance on March 13, 2018  
  (2) HPCI system turbine steam supply drain trap replacement on February 13, 2018
(6) 'A' residual heat removal maintenance window on March 22, 2018  
  (3) Installation of Fukushima nitrogen supply line 27AOV-117 on February 28, 2018
(7) 'A' emergency diesel generator circulating oil pump coupling replacement and
  (4) B turbine driven feed pump motor gear unit replacement and testing on February 28,
realignment on March 28, 2018  
2018
 
  (5) B control room emergency ventilation system relay maintenance on March 13, 2018
  (6) A residual heat removal maintenance window on March 22, 2018
  (7) A emergency diesel generator circulating oil pump coupling replacement and
realignment on March 28, 2018
71111.22 - Surveillance Testing
71111.22 - Surveillance Testing
The inspectors evaluated the following surveillance tests:
The inspectors evaluated the following surveillance tests:
Routine (3 Samples)  
Routine (3 Samples)
(1) ST-9BA, Emergency Diesel Generator 'A' and 'C' Full Load Test and Emergency Service Water Pump Operability Test, on January 29, 2017 (2) MST-071.16, Instrument Battery Quarterly Surveillance Test, on February 8, 2018 (3) ST-9R, Emergency Diesel Generator 'A' and 'C' System Quick-Start Operability Test and Offsite Circuit Verification, on February 5, 2018
  (1) ST-9BA, Emergency Diesel Generator A and C Full Load Test and Emergency Service
Inservice (2 Samples)  
Water Pump Operability Test, on January 29, 2017
(1) ST-2AL , 'A' Residual Heat Removal Quarterly Operability Test (IST), on January 2, 2018 (2) ST-25BB, Containment Atmosphere Dilution System 'B' Quarterly Operability Test (IST), on January 19, 2018
  (2) MST-071.16, Instrument Battery Quarterly Surveillance Test, on February 8, 2018
  (3) ST-9R, Emergency Diesel Generator A and C System Quick-Start Operability Test and
Offsite Circuit Verification, on February 5, 2018
Inservice (2 Samples)
  (1) ST-2AL , A Residual Heat Removal Quarterly Operability Test (IST), on January 2,
2018
  (2) ST-25BB, Containment Atmosphere Dilution System B Quarterly Operability Test (IST),
on January 19, 2018
71114.06 - Drill Evaluation
71114.06 - Drill Evaluation
Drill/Training Evolution (1 Sample)
Drill/Training Evolution (1 Sample)
The inspectors evaluated a simulator scenario including swapping of service water pumps, a loss of the T-13 transformer, a steam leak inside the drywell requiring reactor
The inspectors evaluated a simulator scenario including swapping of service water
pumps, a loss of the T-13 transformer, a steam leak inside the drywell requiring reactor
pressure vessel blowdown, an alert declaration, and the loss of all reactor pressure vessel
pressure vessel blowdown, an alert declaration, and the loss of all reactor pressure vessel
level instrumentation which led to a site area emergency declaration, on January 25,
level instrumentation which led to a site area emergency declaration, on January 25,
2018. RADIATION SAFETY
2018.
RADIATION SAFETY
71124.01 - Radiological Hazard Assessment and Exposure Controls
71124.01 - Radiological Hazard Assessment and Exposure Controls
Radiological Hazard Assessment (1 Sample)
Radiological Hazard Assessment (1 Sample)
The inspectors reviewed recent plant radiation surveys and for radiological hazards to onsite workers or members of the public. The inspectors evaluated assessments and controls for
The inspectors reviewed recent plant radiation surveys and for radiological hazards to onsite
new radiological hazards.  
workers or members of the public. The inspectors evaluated assessments and controls for
 
new radiological hazards.
Instructions to Workers (1 Sample)
Instructions to Workers (1 Sample)
The inspectors evaluated instructions provided to workers.  
The inspectors evaluated instructions provided to workers.
 
Contamination and Radioactive Material Control (1 Sample)
Contamination and Radioactive Material Control (1 Sample)
The inspectors observed the monitoring of potentially contaminated material leaving the radiological control area and evaluated contamination and radioactive material controls. The inspectors selected several
The inspectors observed the monitoring of potentially contaminated material leaving the
sealed sources from inventory records and assessed whether the sources were accounted for and were tested for loose surface contamination.  
radiological control area and evaluated contamination and radioactive material controls.
 
The inspectors selected several sealed sources from inventory records and assessed
whether the sources were accounted for and were tested for loose surface contamination.
Radiological Hazards Control and Work Coverage (1 Sample)
Radiological Hazards Control and Work Coverage (1 Sample)
The inspectors evaluated in-plant radiological conditions and performed independent radiation measurements during facility walk-downs and observation of radiological work activities. The inspectors assessed whether posted surveys, radiation work permits, worker
The inspectors evaluated in-plant radiological conditions and performed independent
radiation measurements during facility walk-downs and observation of radiological work
activities. The inspectors assessed whether posted surveys, radiation work permits, worker
radiological briefings, and the use of continuous air monitoring and dosimetry monitoring
radiological briefings, and the use of continuous air monitoring and dosimetry monitoring
were consistent with the present conditions.  
were consistent with the present conditions.
 
High Radiation Area and Very High Radiation Area Controls (1 Sample)
High Radiation Area and Very High Radiation Area Controls (1 Sample)
The inspectors evaluated risk-significant high radiation area and very high radiation area
The inspectors evaluated risk-significant high radiation area and very high radiation area
controls, including postings and physical barriers.  
controls, including postings and physical barriers.
 
Radiation Worker Performance and Radiation Protection Technician Proficiency (1 Sample)
Radiation Worker Performance and Radiation Protection Technician Proficiency (1 Sample)
The inspectors evaluated radiation worker and radiation protection technician radiological
The inspectors evaluated radiation worker and radiation protection technician radiological
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71124.02 - Occupational As Low As Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) Planning and Controls
71124.02 - Occupational As Low As Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) Planning and Controls
Verification of Dose Estimates and Exposure Tracking Systems (1 Sample)
Verification of Dose Estimates and Exposure Tracking Systems (1 Sample)
The inspectors evaluated dose estimates and exposure tracking.  
The inspectors evaluated dose estimates and exposure tracking.
 
Radiation Worker Performance (1 Sample)
Radiation Worker Performance (1 Sample)
The inspectors evaluated radiation worker and radiation protection technician performance.
The inspectors evaluated radiation worker and radiation protection technician performance.
71124.03 - In-Plant Airborne Radioactivity Control and Mitigation
71124.03 - In-Plant Airborne Radioactivity Control and Mitigation
Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus for Emergency Use (1 Sample)
Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus for Emergency Use (1 Sample)
The inspectors evaluated Exelon's self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) program at
The inspectors evaluated Exelons self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) program at
FitzPatrick to include surveillance records for three SCBAs staged in-plant for use during
FitzPatrick to include surveillance records for three SCBAs staged in-plant for use during
emergencies, procedures, maintenance and test records, the refilling and transporting of
emergencies, procedures, maintenance and test records, the refilling and transporting of
SCBA air bottles, SCBA mask size availability, and the qualifications of personnel performing service and repair of this equipment.
SCBA air bottles, SCBA mask size availability, and the qualifications of personnel
performing service and repair of this equipment.
71124.04 - Occupational Dose Assessment
71124.04 - Occupational Dose Assessment
Source Term Characterization (1 Sample)
Source Term Characterization (1 Sample)
The inspectors evaluated Exelon's s
The inspectors evaluated Exelons source term characterization.
ource term characterization.
Special Dosimetric Situations (1 Sample)
Special Dosimetric Situations (1 Sample)
The inspectors evaluated Exelon's performance for special dosimetric situations.  
The inspectors evaluated Exelons performance for special dosimetric situations.
 
OTHER ACTIVITIES - BASELINE
OTHER ACTIVITIES - BASELINE
71151 - Performance Indicator Verification (2 Samples)
71151 - Performance Indicator Verification (2 Samples)
The inspectors verified licensee performance indicators submittals listed below for the
The inspectors verified licensee performance indicators submittals listed below for the
period from January 1, 2017
period from January 1, 2017 through December 31, 2017:
through December 31, 2017:
    (1)   MS05, Safety System Functional Failures
(1) MS05, Safety System Functional Failures  
    (2)   IE03, Unplanned Power Changes
(2) IE03, Unplanned Power Changes
71152 - Problem Identification and Resolution
71152 - Problem Identification and Resolution
Annual Follow-up of Selected Issues (1 Sample)
Annual Follow-up of Selected Issues (1 Sample)
The inspectors reviewed Exelon's implementation of its corrective action program related to the following issues:  
The inspectors reviewed Exelons implementation of its corrective action program related to
 
the following issues:
(1) Reactor Scram Due to Frazil Ice Build-up and Subsequent Lowering Intake Level
    (1) Reactor Scram Due to Frazil Ice Build-up and Subsequent Lowering Intake Level
INSPECTION RESULTS
INSPECTION RESULTS
Observations 71152 Annual Follow-up of Selected Issues Reactor Scram Due to Frazil Ice Build-up and Subsequent Lowering Intake Level
Observations                                           71152
Annual Follow-up of Selected Issues
Reactor Scram Due to Frazil Ice Build-up and Subsequent Lowering Intake Level
On January 23, 2016, during power ascension following a downpower for hydraulic control
On January 23, 2016, during power ascension following a downpower for hydraulic control
unit maintenance, the station experienced a reduction in intake level. Operators initially
unit maintenance, the station experienced a reduction in intake level. Operators initially
attempted to perform a rapid downpower with the intent of securing two circulating water pumps. After securing the first circulating water pump, intake level momentarily began to rise and then continued to lower. When intake level decreased to the procedurally required
attempted to perform a rapid downpower with the intent of securing two circulating water
pumps. After securing the first circulating water pump, intake level momentarily began to rise
and then continued to lower. When intake level decreased to the procedurally required
minimal intake level, operators inserted a manual scram. Exelon determined the cause of the
minimal intake level, operators inserted a manual scram. Exelon determined the cause of the
scram was frazil ice build-up on the bar racks at the intake structure, which is an infrequent
scram was frazil ice build-up on the bar racks at the intake structure, which is an infrequent
occurrence, but is expected during winter months during specific meteorological conditions. FitzPatrick has experienced frazil ice build-up previously in 1996, 2004, 2008, and 2010. However, only in 1996 did the event result in a unit scram, which resulted in a number of corrective actions, including new procedures to combat intake level issues. Since the 2004 -
occurrence, but is expected during winter months during specific meteorological conditions.
FitzPatrick has experienced frazil ice build-up previously in 1996, 2004, 2008, and 2010.
However, only in 1996 did the event result in a unit scram, which resulted in a number of
corrective actions, including new procedures to combat intake level issues. Since the 2004 -
2010 events did not result in a reactor scram, the evaluations for the events were not as in
2010 events did not result in a reactor scram, the evaluations for the events were not as in
depth or as scrutinizing as the 1996 event. Exelon recognized that these prior events were
depth or as scrutinizing as the 1996 event. Exelon recognized that these prior events were
missed opportunities to not just mitigate the bui
missed opportunities to not just mitigate the build-up of frazil ice but evaluate and eliminate
ld-up of frazil ice but evaluate and eliminate the potential. Another factor that potentially affected how rapidly the January 2016 progressed, was the re-tubing of the FitzPatrick main condensers in 2015, which increased
the potential. Another factor that potentially affected how rapidly the January 2016
progressed, was the re-tubing of the FitzPatrick main condensers in 2015, which increased
the flow rate through the intake, which can expedite frazil ice formation in the intake system.
the flow rate through the intake, which can expedite frazil ice formation in the intake system.
Exelon noted this item in the root cause investigation that was completed following the 2016
Exelon noted this item in the root cause investigation that was completed following the 2016
scram, and implemented several corrective actions to address this issue.
scram, and implemented several corrective actions to address this issue.
The inspectors reviewed the 2016 Exelon root cause analysis documented under IR 03992624. Exelon concluded the event was casued by frazil ice buildup. Contributing causes were that the procedures for mitigating the impact of frazil ice formation were ineffective, and
The inspectors reviewed the 2016 Exelon root cause analysis documented under IR
that station leadership accepted mitigating actions vice elimination for issues that potentially jeopardized safe plant operation. Previous analysis has discovered under certain circumstances that the bar rack heaters were incapable of preventing frazil ice. Given the root
03992624. Exelon concluded the event was casued by frazil ice buildup. Contributing causes
cause and the contributing causes, Exelon pursued corrective actions to eliminate the possibility of frazil ice build-up which included removing two of the eight bar racks on the
were that the procedures for mitigating the impact of frazil ice formation were ineffective, and
that station leadership accepted mitigating actions vice elimination for issues that potentially
jeopardized safe plant operation. Previous analysis has discovered under certain
circumstances that the bar rack heaters were incapable of preventing frazil ice. Given the root
cause and the contributing causes, Exelon pursued corrective actions to eliminate the
possibility of frazil ice build-up which included removing two of the eight bar racks on the
intake structure as corrective actions. The removal of the two bar racks will allow for sufficient
intake structure as corrective actions. The removal of the two bar racks will allow for sufficient
intake flow should the remaining racks be impeded by frazil ice.
intake flow should the remaining racks be impeded by frazil ice.
The inspectors noted this winter FitzPatrick had no indications of frazil ice build-up or intake level issues which would appear to demonstrate that the removal of the bar racks has
The inspectors noted this winter FitzPatrick had no indications of frazil ice build-up or intake
improved FitzPatrick's ability to mitigate frazil ice buildup. Further corrective actions include
level issues which would appear to demonstrate that the removal of the bar racks has
improved FitzPatricks ability to mitigate frazil ice buildup. Further corrective actions include
installing an intake level rate of change alarm, revising procedures to increase lake level
installing an intake level rate of change alarm, revising procedures to increase lake level
monitoring during high frazil ice likelihood conditions, and to communicate with Nine Mile Point Unit 1 and 2 and take action if either plant experiences indications of intake icing. The inspectors concluded that Exelon's response and corrective actions for this event were
monitoring during high frazil ice likelihood conditions, and to communicate with Nine Mile
Point Unit 1 and 2 and take action if either plant experiences indications of intake icing. The
inspectors concluded that Exelons response and corrective actions for this event were
commensurate with the safety significance, were timely, and included appropriate
commensurate with the safety significance, were timely, and included appropriate
compensatory measures.  
compensatory measures.
 
EXIT MEETINGS AND DEBRIEFS
EXIT MEETINGS AND DEBRIEFS
The inspectors verified no proprietary information was retained or documented in this report.
The inspectors verified no proprietary information was retained or documented in this report.
On May 2, 2018, the inspectors presented the quarterly resident inspection results to Mr. Joseph Pacher, Site Vice President, and other members of the Exelon staff.  
On May 2, 2018, the inspectors presented the quarterly resident inspection results to
 
Mr. Joseph Pacher, Site Vice President, and other members of the Exelon staff.
DOCUMENTS REVIEWED
DOCUMENTS REVIEWED
71111.01
71111.01
Issue Report
Issue Report
04087668
04087668
71111.04 Procedures
71111.04
CAD System B Quarterly Operability Test (IST) ST-25BB, Revision 4 DBD-070, Control Room and Relay Room Ventilation and Cooling Systems, Revision 4
Procedures
FB-35E, Flow Diagram Control Room Area Se
CAD System B Quarterly Operability Test (IST) ST-25BB, Revision 4
rvice and Chilled Water System 70, Revision 38 FB-45A, Flow Diagram Control and Relay Rooms Heating and Ventilation System 70, Revision 42 FM-19B Flow Diagram Fuel Pool Cleanup and Cooling System, Revision 45
DBD-070, Control Room and Relay Room Ventilation and Cooling Systems, Revision 4
FB-35E, Flow Diagram Control Room Area Service and Chilled Water System 70, Revision 38
FB-45A, Flow Diagram Control and Relay Rooms Heating and Ventilation System 70,
Revision 42
FM-19B Flow Diagram Fuel Pool Cleanup and Cooling System, Revision 45
OP-13F, RHR- Fuel Pool Cooling Assist, Revision 11
OP-13F, RHR- Fuel Pool Cooling Assist, Revision 11
OP-30 Fuel Pool Cooling and Cleanup System, Revision 43
OP-30 Fuel Pool Cooling and Cleanup System, Revision 43
Issue Report
Issue Report
04088760
04088760
Drawings FM-15A, Flow Diagram Reactor Bldg Cooling Water System 15, Revision 65
Drawings
FM-132A, Temporary Drywell Cooling System 68, Revision 5MSK-1652, Drywell Temporary Cooling System 68, Revision 4 FM-18A, Flow Diagram, Drywell Inerting C.
FM-15A, Flow Diagram Reactor Bldg Cooling Water System 15, Revision 65
FM-132A, Temporary Drywell Cooling System 68, Revision 5MSK-1652, Drywell Temporary
Cooling System 68, Revision 4
FM-18A, Flow Diagram, Drywell Inerting C.
: [[contact::A.D. and Purge System]], Revision 57
: [[contact::A.D. and Purge System]], Revision 57
FM-18B, Flow Diagram, Drywell Inerting C.
FM-18B, Flow Diagram, Drywell Inerting C.
: [[contact::A.D. Purge and Containment DP System 27]], Revision 44 FM-25A, Flow Diagram High Pressure Coolant Injection System 23, Revision 75 FM-48A, Flow Diagram Standby Gas Tr
: [[contact::A.D. Purge and Containment DP System 27]],
eatment System 01-125, Revision 32
Revision 44
71111.05 Procedures
FM-25A, Flow Diagram High Pressure Coolant Injection System 23, Revision 75
JAF Fire Hazards Analysis JAF-RPT-04-00478, Revision 3 PFP-OUT25, Interim Waste Storage Facility Fire Area/Yard, Revision 0 PFP-PWR04 Battery Room Complex, EL 272', Fire Area/Zone BR-1, Br-2, BR-3, BR-4, Revision 2 PFP-PWR37, East Pipe Tunnel Elevation 258' Fire Area/Zone XIX/RW-1, Revision 002  
FM-48A, Flow Diagram Standby Gas Treatment System 01-125, Revision 32
 
71111.05
Procedures
JAF Fire Hazards Analysis JAF-RPT-04-00478, Revision 3
PFP-OUT25, Interim Waste Storage Facility Fire Area/Yard, Revision 0
PFP-PWR04 Battery Room Complex, EL 272, Fire Area/Zone BR-1, Br-2, BR-3, BR-4,
Revision 2
PFP-PWR37, East Pipe Tunnel Elevation 258 Fire Area/Zone XIX/RW-1, Revision 002
71111.06
71111.06
Procedures AP-16.14, Hazard Barrier Controls, Revision 7
Procedures
CC-AA-201, Plant Barrier Control Program, Revision 12  
AP-16.14, Hazard Barrier Controls, Revision 7
 
CC-AA-201, Plant Barrier Control Program, Revision 12
71111.12 Procedures ST-5BB, APRM System 'B' Channel Functional Test, Revision 2
71111.12
OP-AA-103-102, Watch-Standing Practices, Revision 18 OP-AA-108-112, Plant Status and Configuration, Revision 10
Procedures
ST-5BB, APRM System B Channel Functional Test, Revision 2
OP-AA-103-102, Watch-Standing Practices, Revision 18
OP-AA-108-112, Plant Status and Configuration, Revision 10
Issue Report
Issue Report
04114489
04114489
Miscellaneous
Miscellaneous
JAF-1-2017-0609, Revision 1  
JAF-1-2017-0609, Revision 1
 
71111.12
71111.12
Procedures ER-AA-450, Structures Monitoring, Revision 6
Procedures
ER-AA-450, Structures Monitoring, Revision 6
JAF-RPT-07-00006, Maintenance Rule Structural Monitoring Report, Revision 6
JAF-RPT-07-00006, Maintenance Rule Structural Monitoring Report, Revision 6
Issue Report
Issue Report
04114448
04114448
71111.13 Procedures AP-10.10, On-Line Risk Assessment, Revision 9
71111.13
Procedures
AP-10.10, On-Line Risk Assessment, Revision 9
EN-WM-104, On-Line Risk Assessment, Revision 12
EN-WM-104, On-Line Risk Assessment, Revision 12
OP-AA-108-117, Protected Equipment Program, Revision 4  
OP-AA-108-117, Protected Equipment Program, Revision 4
 
71111.15
71111.15 Procedures FB-45A, Control and Relay Rooms Heating and Ventilation System 70, Revision 42 OP-AA-108-115, Operability Determinations, Revision 20 RP-RESP-03.02, SGTS, CREVAS, and TSCVASS Testing, Revision 19 ST-4N, HPCI Quick-Start, Inservice, and Transient Monitoring Test (IST), Revision 66
Procedures
ST-40D, Daily Surveillance and Channel Check, Revision 112  
FB-45A, Control and Relay Rooms Heating and Ventilation System 70, Revision 42
 
OP-AA-108-115, Operability Determinations, Revision 20
Issue Reports 03992613 04071131 04081869 04088480 04088760 04096823 04097327 04103156 04103690 04112832  
RP-RESP-03.02, SGTS, CREVAS, and TSCVASS Testing, Revision 19
 
ST-4N, HPCI Quick-Start, Inservice, and Transient Monitoring Test (IST), Revision 66
ST-40D, Daily Surveillance and Channel Check, Revision 112
Issue Reports
03992613             04071131             04081869             04088480
04088760             04096823             04097327             04103156
04103690             04112832
Work Order
Work Order
4712278 Drawings Control and Relay Rooms Hearing and Ventilation System Flow Diagram 70, Revision 42
4712278
Drawings
Control and Relay Rooms Hearing and Ventilation System Flow Diagram 70, Revision 42
FM-25A, Flow Diagram High Pressure Injection System 23, Revision 75
FM-25A, Flow Diagram High Pressure Injection System 23, Revision 75
71111.19 Procedures
71111.19
Procedures
HU-AA-104-101, Procedure Use and Adherence, Revision 5
HU-AA-104-101, Procedure Use and Adherence, Revision 5
ST-2AN, RHR Loop A Monthly Operability Test, Revision 16
ST-2AN, RHR Loop A Monthly Operability Test, Revision 16
ST-18, Main Control Room Emergency Fan and Damper Operability Test, Revision 33 ST-76AD, East Diesel Fire Pump 76-P4 Performance Test, Revision 10
ST-18, Main Control Room Emergency Fan and Damper Operability Test, Revision 33
ST-76AD, East Diesel Fire Pump 76-P4 Performance Test, Revision 10
WC-AA-111, Surveillance Program Requirements, Revision 5
WC-AA-111, Surveillance Program Requirements, Revision 5
Issue Reports 04097327 04098786 04103334 04107062
Issue Reports
04114905 04119383  
04097327             04098786             04103334             04107062
 
04114905             04119383
Work Orders 4691285 4731093 82691241 04765320
Work Orders
04666902-32  
4691285             4731093               82691241             04765320
 
04666902-32
Miscellaneous Engineering Change 50781
Miscellaneous
71111.22 Procedures MST-071.16, 24V Instrument Battery Quarterly Surveillance Test, Revision 14 ST-2AL, RHR Loop A Quarterly Operability Test (IST), Revision 37 ST-9BA, EDG 'A' and 'C' Full Load Test and ESW Pump Operability Test, Revision 16
Engineering Change 50781
ST-9R, EDG System Quick-Start Operability Test and Offsite Circuit Verification, Revision 9  
71111.22
 
Procedures
MST-071.16, 24V Instrument Battery Quarterly Surveillance Test, Revision 14
ST-2AL, RHR Loop A Quarterly Operability Test (IST), Revision 37
ST-9BA, EDG A and C Full Load Test and ESW Pump Operability Test, Revision 16
ST-9R, EDG System Quick-Start Operability Test and Offsite Circuit Verification, Revision 9
Work Orders
Work Orders
04710258 04733734 71124.01 Procedures EN-RP-105, Radiological Work Permits, Revision 16 EN-RP-106, Radiological Survey Documentation, Revision 7
04710258
04733734
71124.01
Procedures
EN-RP-105, Radiological Work Permits, Revision 16
EN-RP-106, Radiological Survey Documentation, Revision 7
EN-RP-106-01, Radiological Survey Guidelines, Revision 3
EN-RP-106-01, Radiological Survey Guidelines, Revision 3
EN-RP-108, Radiation Protection Posting, Revision 18
EN-RP-108, Radiation Protection Posting, Revision 18
EN-RP-121, Radioactive Material Control, Revision 13
EN-RP-121, Radioactive Material Control, Revision 13
RP-AA-18, Radiological Posting and Labeling Program Description, Revision 1 RP-AA-300, Radiological Survey Program, Revision 15 RP-AA-376, Radiological Posting, Labeling, and Markings, Revision 9
RP-AA-18, Radiological Posting and Labeling Program Description, Revision 1
RP-AA-300, Radiological Survey Program, Revision 15
RP-AA-376, Radiological Posting, Labeling, and Markings, Revision 9
RP-AA-460, Controls for High and Locked High Radiation Areas, Revision 30
RP-AA-460, Controls for High and Locked High Radiation Areas, Revision 30
RP-AA-460-002, Additional High Radiation Exposure Control, Revision 3
RP-AA-460-002, Additional High Radiation Exposure Control, Revision 3
RP-AA-460-003, Access to HRAS/LHRAS and Contaminated Areas in Response to a Potential or Actual Emergency, Revision 9 RP-AA-504, Unconditional Release Survey Method, Revision 14
RP-AA-460-003, Access to HRAS/LHRAS and Contaminated Areas in Response to a Potential
RP-AA-503-F-01, Unconditional Release Instructions Using the Small Articles Monitor for Personal Items Used in the Radiologically Controlled Area and in a Contaminated Area,
or Actual Emergency, Revision 9
RP-AA-504, Unconditional Release Survey Method, Revision 14
RP-AA-503-F-01, Unconditional Release Instructions Using the Small Articles Monitor for
Personal Items Used in the Radiologically Controlled Area and in a Contaminated Area,
Revision 4
Revision 4
Issue Reports 04102384 04096595 04080866 04066877 04063769 04053351  
Issue Reports
 
04102384             04096595             04080866             04066877
Miscellaneous Source leak tests on April 10, 2017 and October 5, 2017 for the following sources:
04063769             04053351
S008, S009, S014, S021, S126, S146, S388, S390, S391, S392, S395, S396, S576, S934, S935, S1018, S1029
Miscellaneous
71124.02 Procedures EN-RP-110, ALARA Program, Revision 14 EN-RP-110-01, ALARA Initiative Deferrals, Revision 1 EN-RP-110-03, Collective Radiation Exposure Reduction Guidelines, Revision 4 EN-RP-110-04, Radiation Protection Risk Assessment Process, Revision 7
Source leak tests on April 10, 2017 and October 5, 2017 for the following sources:
S008, S009, S014, S021, S126, S146, S388, S390, S391, S392, S395, S396, S576, S934,
S935, S1018, S1029
71124.02
Procedures
EN-RP-110, ALARA Program, Revision 14
EN-RP-110-01, ALARA Initiative Deferrals, Revision 1
EN-RP-110-03, Collective Radiation Exposure Reduction Guidelines, Revision 4
EN-RP-110-04, Radiation Protection Risk Assessment Process, Revision 7
EN-RP-110-05, ALARA Planning and Controls, Revision 3
EN-RP-110-05, ALARA Planning and Controls, Revision 3
RP-AA-400-1001, Establishing Collective Radiation Exposure Annual Business Plan Goals, Revision 4 RP-AA-400-1004, Emergent Dose Control and Authorization, Revision 9
RP-AA-400-1001, Establishing Collective Radiation Exposure Annual Business Plan Goals,
Revision 4
RP-AA-400-1004, Emergent Dose Control and Authorization, Revision 9
RP-AA-401, Operational ALARA Planning and Controls, Revision 22
RP-AA-401, Operational ALARA Planning and Controls, Revision 22
RP-AA-441, Total Effective Dose Equivalent (EDE) ALARA Evaluation, Revision 8
RP-AA-441, Total Effective Dose Equivalent (EDE) ALARA Evaluation, Revision 8
Issue Reports
Issue Reports
04053610 04060956
04053610
04071477 71124.03
04060956
Procedures EN-RP-131, Air Sampling, Revision 15
04071477
71124.03
Procedures
EN-RP-131, Air Sampling, Revision 15
EN-RP-503, Selection, Issue and Use of Respiratory Protection Equipment, Revision 7
EN-RP-503, Selection, Issue and Use of Respiratory Protection Equipment, Revision 7
RP-AA-301, Radiological Air Sampling Program, Revision 10 RP-AA-302, Determination of Alpha Levels and Monitoring, Revision 8 RP-AA-825, Maintenance, Care and Inspection of Respiratory Protective Equipment, Revision 8
RP-AA-301, Radiological Air Sampling Program, Revision 10
RP-RESP-08.02, Air Compressor, Bauer Unicus III, Revision 6  
RP-AA-302, Determination of Alpha Levels and Monitoring, Revision 8
 
RP-AA-825, Maintenance, Care and Inspection of Respiratory Protective Equipment, Revision 8
RP-RESP-08.02, Air Compressor, Bauer Unicus III, Revision 6
Issue Reports
Issue Reports
04061257 04089450
04061257
Miscellaneous LO Number A/R 04001198, Airborne Radioactivity Program, Respiratory Program, Personnel Monitoring Program and Bioassay Program, October 16, 2017
04089450
71124.04 Procedures
Miscellaneous
LO Number A/R 04001198, Airborne Radioactivity Program, Respiratory Program, Personnel
Monitoring Program and Bioassay Program, October 16, 2017
71124.04
Procedures
RP-AA-203-1001, Personnel Exposure Investigations, Revision 10
RP-AA-203-1001, Personnel Exposure Investigations, Revision 10
RP-AA-210, Dosimetry Issue, Usage, and Control, Revision 28 RP-AA-215, Calculating and Crediting Dose from Noble Gas Exposure, Revision 1 RP-AA-222, Methods for Estimating Internal Exposure from in VIVO Bioassay Data, Revision 5
RP-AA-210, Dosimetry Issue, Usage, and Control, Revision 28
RP-AA-215, Calculating and Crediting Dose from Noble Gas Exposure, Revision 1
RP-AA-222, Methods for Estimating Internal Exposure from in VIVO Bioassay Data, Revision 5
RP-AA-250, External Dose Assessment from Contamination, Revision 7
RP-AA-250, External Dose Assessment from Contamination, Revision 7
RP-AA-270, Prenatal Radiation Exposure, Revision 8
RP-AA-270, Prenatal Radiation Exposure, Revision 8
Miscellaneous NUPIC Audit No. 24229/Duke Audit No. VA16087, GEL Laboratories, October 17-21, 2016
Miscellaneous
71151 Procedure EN-LI-114, Performance Indicator Process, Revision 7
NUPIC Audit No. 24229/Duke Audit No. VA16087, GEL Laboratories, October 17-21, 2016
71152 Procedures OP-4, Circulating Water System, Revision 81
71151
Procedure
EN-LI-114, Performance Indicator Process, Revision 7
71152
Procedures
OP-4, Circulating Water System, Revision 81
AOP-56, Intake Water Level Trouble, Revision 15
AOP-56, Intake Water Level Trouble, Revision 15
Issue Reports
Issue Reports
03992624 04087426
03992624
Miscellaneous EC 621217 - Removal of Existing Intake Structure Bar-Racks, Revision 21
04087426
Miscellaneous
EC 621217 - Removal of Existing Intake Structure Bar-Racks, Revision 21
Root Cause Report - CR-JAF-2016-00243, SCRAM Due to Lowering Screenwell Water Level
Root Cause Report - CR-JAF-2016-00243, SCRAM Due to Lowering Screenwell Water Level
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Integrated Inspection Report 05000333/2018001
ML18134A214
Person / Time
Site: FitzPatrick Constellation icon.png
Issue date: 05/14/2018
From: Anthony Dimitriadis
NRC/RGN-I/DRP/PB5
To: Bryan Hanson
Exelon Generation Co, Exelon Nuclear
Dimitriadis A
References
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Download: ML18134A214 (17)


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UNITED STATES NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION May 14, 2018

SUBJECT:

JAMES A. FITZPATRICK NUCLEAR POWER PLANT - INTEGRATED INSPECTION REPORT 05000333/2018001

Dear Mr. Hanson:

On March 31, 2018, the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) completed an inspection at the James A. FitzPatrick Nuclear Power Plant (FitzPatrick). On May 2, 2018, the NRC inspectors discussed the results of this inspection with Mr. Joseph Pacher, Site Vice President, 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 the NRC Public Document Room in accordance with Title 10 of the Code of Federal Regulations (10 CFR), Part 2.390, Public Inspections, Exemptions, Requests for Withholding.

Sincerely,

/RA/

Anthony Dimitriadis, Chief Reactor Projects Branch 5 Division of Reactor Projects Docket Number: 50-333 License Number: DPR-59

Enclosure:

Inspection Report 05000333/2018001

Inspection Report

Docket Number: 50-333 License Number: DPR-59 Report Number: 05000333/2018001 Enterprise Identifier: I-2018-001-0048 Licensee: Exelon Generation Company, LLC Facility: James A. FitzPatrick Nuclear Power Plant Location: Scriba, NY Inspection Dates: January 1, 2018 to March 31, 2018 Inspectors: K. Kolaczyk, Senior Resident Inspector G. Stock, Resident Inspector J. Ambrosini, Senior Emergency Preparedness Inspector T. Dunn, Operations Engineer J. Kulp, Senior Reactor Inspector R. Rolph, Health Physicist C. Safouri, Project Engineer A. Turilin, Resident Inspector Approved By: A. Dimitriadis, Chief Reactor Projects Branch 5 Division of Reactor Projects Enclosure

SUMMARY

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) continued monitoring Exelons performance at

FitzPatrick by conducting the baseline inspections described in this report 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.

No findings or more-than-minor violations were identified.

PLANT STATUS

FitzPatrick began the inspection period at rated thermal power. On February 25, 2018, operators reduced power to 54 percent to perform scram time testing and turbine and main steam isolation valve stroke time testing. Operators returned FitzPatrick to rated thermal power March 1, 2018, and the plant 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 Exelons performance and compliance with Commission rules and regulations, license conditions, site procedures, and standards.

REACTOR SAFETY

71111.01 - Adverse Weather Protection Impending Severe Weather

The inspectors evaluated readiness for impending extreme weather conditions prior to the unseasonably cold weather during the week of January 1, 2018.

71111.04 - Equipment Alignment Partial Walkdown

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

(1) Containment air dilution system following completion of maintenance activities conducted the week of January 15, 2018
(2) High pressure coolant injection (HPCI) system on January 18, 2018
(3) Drywell outage cooling system on January 26, 2018
(4) A control room emergency ventilation system with B train inoperable for relay maintenance on March 3, 2018
(5) B spent fuel pool cooling system while the A system was out of service for unplanned maintenance on March 22, 2018

Complete Walkdown (1 Sample)

The inspectors evaluated system configurations during a complete walkdown of the drywell vent and purge and containment pressurization system on March 16, 2018.

71111.05A/Q - Fire Protection Annual/Quarterly Quarterly Inspection

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

(1) North cable tunnel fire zone CT-4 on January 3, 2018
(2) South cable tunnel fire zone CT-3 on January 3, 2018
(3) Relay room fire zone RR-1 on January 3, 2018
(4) East pipe tunnel fire zone RW-1 on January 18, 2018
(5) Battery room A fire zone BR-1 on February 21, 2018
(6) Interim waste storage facility, fire area yard on March 28, 2018

71111.06 - Flood Protection Measures

Internal Flooding The inspectors evaluated internal flooding mitigation protections on floor plug 4, which was removed for west crescent cooler maintenance, on March 9, 2018.

71111.11 - Licensed Operator Requalification Program and Licensed Operator Performance Operator Requalification

The inspectors observed and evaluated a simulator scenario including swapping of service water pumps, a loss of the T-13 transformer, a steam leak inside the drywell requiring reactor pressure vessel blowdown, and the loss of all reactor pressure vessel level instrumentation on January 25, 2018.

Operator Performance (1 Sample)

The inspectors observed B turbine driven feed pump taken to manual to perform operational decision making issue actions for motor gear unit sticking, and the performance of ST-5BB system B channel function test on March 13, 2018.

71111.12 - Maintenance Effectiveness Routine Maintenance Effectiveness

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

(1) Structural monitoring program walkdown of the torus room on March 1, 2018
(2) Structural monitoring program walkdown of reactor building refuel floor exterior on March 13, 2018

71111.13 - Maintenance Risk Assessments and Emergent Work Control

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

(1) C battery room ventilation fan maintenance on January 26, 2018
(2) HPCI planned maintenance on February 13, 2018
(3) B station air compressor planned maintenance on February 13, 2018
(4) A and C diesel generators planned maintenance the week of February 19, 2018
(5) Hardened containment vent tie-in to normal ventilation on February 27, 2018

71111.15 - Operability Determinations and Functionality Assessments

The inspectors evaluated the following operability determinations and functionality assessments:

(1) HPCI system with steam trap T-3 allowing steam downstream on January 18, 2018
(2) Standby gas treatment A after excessive runtime without a charcoal sample on January 31, 2018
(3) HPCI foam actuation valve 76-SOV-132 failure to close on February 8, 2018
(4) Bypass valve operability following intermittent partial open indication on February 12, 2018
(5) 70MOD-108A control room vent exhaust fan 4A outlet isolation damper not closed on February 15, 2018
(6) Alternate shutdown panel isolation switches due to Part 21 notification NRC-21-2016-00 on February 23, 2018
(7) Past operability for the safety pump room with the fire dampers covered with herculite on February 27, 2018
(8) HPCI secured during surveillance test due to high flow on March 9, 2018
(9) 70MOD-110A indicated dual with control room vent placed in purge on March 29, 2018

71111.17T - Evaluations of Changes, Tests, and Experiments

The inspectors evaluated the following from March 26, 2018 to March 29, 2018:

10 CFR 50.59 Evaluations

(1) JAF-SE-17-01, Main Turbine Steam Valve Testing Periodicity Change, Revision 0
(2) JAF-SE-17-02, Removal of Existing Intake Structure Bar-Racks, Revision 0 10 CFR 50.59 Screening/Applicability Determinations
(1) 2452, PRCR: AOP-77, Revision 5
(2) 9000051059, Replace Obsolete 06FM-100 Flow Monitor, Revision 0
(3) 9000052728, Fukushima-Spent Fuel Pool Level Instrumentation, Revision 0
(4) 9000063007, Install Temporary Pump to Maintain Fire Protection Fire Header Pressure, Revision 1
(5) 9000067365, 10MOV-89A/B Replacement, Revision 0
(6) 9000068099, Modify DHR Fan Control Circuits For Reverse Operation, Revision 0
(7) 9000068175, 92MOD-150A(OP) Replacement with New Model Operator, Revision 0
(8) 9000069558, Enlarge Alignment Slot on Fuel Support Casting for Location 38-39, Revision 1
(9) AR04078735, Revision 37 of OP-55B, Revision 0
(10) DRN 16-00288, Revision 36 of OP-55B, Revision 0
(11) DRN-00156, OP-65B, Shutdown Operation, Revision 0
(12) EC 50942, Install Fuses in Remote DC Ammeter Circuits from 71BCB-2A, Revision 0
(13) EC 57625, Changes to the JAF Facility to Support the NYPSA 345kV Capacitor Bank Additions, Revision 0
(14) EC 61046, Disconnect Power and Communication to Smoke Detection Zones 47, 48, 49, 50, and 51 and Retire in Place, Revision 0
(15) EC 61755, Lift Lead for TCV-121B to Ensure Valve Remains in the Fail-Safe Position (Open), Revision 0
(16) EC 620605, Hardened Containment Vent System Phase 2, Revision 0
(17) EC 66088, Provide Isolation Between Secondary Containment and Residual Heat Removal Service Water for Work on 10MOV-89B, Revision 0
(18) EC 66125, Evaluate Increasing the Reactor Protection System Motor-Generator Set Overvoltage Relay Setpoint, Revision 0
(19) EC 9000067410, Replace 3-stage Safety Relief Valves with 2-stage Valves 2RV-71E and 2RV-71F, Revision 0
(20) EC 9000067794, Replacement of 92TIC-101B, Revision 0
(21) EC 9000069344, 12MOV-15 and 12MOV-18 Throttle Capability, Revision 0
(22) JAF-SCN-18-008, 125 Vdc Station Battery and Charger Surveillance Test, Revision 0
(23) JAF-SCN-18-021, IMP-93.1, Emergency Diesel Generator Pressure Switch Calibration, Revision 0
(24) JAF-SCN-18-026, Cut and Cap Body Drain Lines, Revision 0
(25) JAF-SCR-18-017, AOP-56, Intake Water Level Trouble Procedure Revision, Revision 0
(26) OP-22, Diesel Generator Emergency Power, Revision 62, Revision 0
(27) TRM 17-003, Technical Requirements Manual, Appendix I, Surveillance Requirement 3.3.1.1.8 Frequency Change, Revision 0

71111.19 - Post Maintenance Testing

The inspectors evaluated post maintenance testing for the following maintenance/repair activities:

(1) 76-P4 run preventive maintenance on February 12, 2018
(2) HPCI system turbine steam supply drain trap replacement on February 13, 2018
(3) Installation of Fukushima nitrogen supply line 27AOV-117 on February 28, 2018
(4) B turbine driven feed pump motor gear unit replacement and testing on February 28, 2018
(5) B control room emergency ventilation system relay maintenance on March 13, 2018
(6) A residual heat removal maintenance window on March 22, 2018
(7) A emergency diesel generator circulating oil pump coupling replacement and realignment on March 28, 2018

71111.22 - Surveillance Testing The inspectors evaluated the following surveillance tests: Routine

(1) ST-9BA, Emergency Diesel Generator A and C Full Load Test and Emergency Service Water Pump Operability Test, on January 29, 2017
(2) MST-071.16, Instrument Battery Quarterly Surveillance Test, on February 8, 2018
(3) ST-9R, Emergency Diesel Generator A and C System Quick-Start Operability Test and Offsite Circuit Verification, on February 5, 2018

Inservice (2 Samples)

(1) ST-2AL , A Residual Heat Removal Quarterly Operability Test (IST), on January 2, 2018
(2) ST-25BB, Containment Atmosphere Dilution System B Quarterly Operability Test (IST),on January 19, 2018

71114.06 - Drill Evaluation Drill/Training Evolution

The inspectors evaluated a simulator scenario including swapping of service water pumps, a loss of the T-13 transformer, a steam leak inside the drywell requiring reactor pressure vessel blowdown, an alert declaration, and the loss of all reactor pressure vessel level instrumentation which led to a site area emergency declaration, on January 25,

RADIATION SAFETY

71124.01 - Radiological Hazard Assessment and Exposure Controls Radiological Hazard Assessment

The inspectors reviewed recent plant radiation surveys and for radiological hazards to onsite workers or members of the public. The inspectors evaluated assessments and controls for new radiological hazards.

Instructions to Workers (1 Sample)

The inspectors evaluated instructions provided to workers.

Contamination and Radioactive Material Control (1 Sample)

The inspectors observed the monitoring of potentially contaminated material leaving the radiological control area and evaluated contamination and radioactive material controls.

The inspectors selected several sealed sources from inventory records and assessed whether the sources were accounted for and were tested for loose surface contamination.

Radiological Hazards Control and Work Coverage (1 Sample)

The inspectors evaluated in-plant radiological conditions and performed independent radiation measurements during facility walk-downs and observation of radiological work activities. The inspectors assessed whether posted surveys, radiation work permits, worker radiological briefings, and the use of continuous air monitoring and dosimetry monitoring were consistent with the present conditions.

High Radiation Area and Very High Radiation Area Controls (1 Sample)

The inspectors evaluated risk-significant high radiation area and very high radiation area controls, including postings and physical barriers.

Radiation Worker Performance and Radiation Protection Technician Proficiency (1 Sample)

The inspectors evaluated radiation worker and radiation protection technician radiological performance.

71124.02 - Occupational As Low As Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) Planning and Controls Verification of Dose Estimates and Exposure Tracking Systems

===The inspectors evaluated dose estimates and exposure tracking.

Radiation Worker Performance===

The inspectors evaluated radiation worker and radiation protection technician performance.

71124.03 - In-Plant Airborne Radioactivity Control and Mitigation Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus for Emergency Use

The inspectors evaluated Exelons self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) program at FitzPatrick to include surveillance records for three SCBAs staged in-plant for use during emergencies, procedures, maintenance and test records, the refilling and transporting of SCBA air bottles, SCBA mask size availability, and the qualifications of personnel performing service and repair of this equipment.

71124.04 - Occupational Dose Assessment Source Term Characterization

===The inspectors evaluated Exelons source term characterization.

Special Dosimetric Situations===

The inspectors evaluated Exelons performance for special dosimetric situations.

OTHER ACTIVITIES - BASELINE

71151 - Performance Indicator Verification

The inspectors verified licensee performance indicators submittals listed below for the period from January 1, 2017 through December 31, 2017:

(1) MS05, Safety System Functional Failures
(2) IE03, Unplanned Power Changes

71152 - Problem Identification and Resolution Annual Follow-up of Selected Issues

The inspectors reviewed Exelons implementation of its corrective action program related to the following issues:

(1) Reactor Scram Due to Frazil Ice Build-up and Subsequent Lowering Intake Level

INSPECTION RESULTS

Observations 71152 Annual Follow-up of Selected Issues Reactor Scram Due to Frazil Ice Build-up and Subsequent Lowering Intake Level On January 23, 2016, during power ascension following a downpower for hydraulic control unit maintenance, the station experienced a reduction in intake level. Operators initially attempted to perform a rapid downpower with the intent of securing two circulating water pumps. After securing the first circulating water pump, intake level momentarily began to rise and then continued to lower. When intake level decreased to the procedurally required minimal intake level, operators inserted a manual scram. Exelon determined the cause of the scram was frazil ice build-up on the bar racks at the intake structure, which is an infrequent occurrence, but is expected during winter months during specific meteorological conditions.

FitzPatrick has experienced frazil ice build-up previously in 1996, 2004, 2008, and 2010.

However, only in 1996 did the event result in a unit scram, which resulted in a number of corrective actions, including new procedures to combat intake level issues. Since the 2004 -

2010 events did not result in a reactor scram, the evaluations for the events were not as in depth or as scrutinizing as the 1996 event. Exelon recognized that these prior events were missed opportunities to not just mitigate the build-up of frazil ice but evaluate and eliminate the potential. Another factor that potentially affected how rapidly the January 2016 progressed, was the re-tubing of the FitzPatrick main condensers in 2015, which increased the flow rate through the intake, which can expedite frazil ice formation in the intake system.

Exelon noted this item in the root cause investigation that was completed following the 2016 scram, and implemented several corrective actions to address this issue.

The inspectors reviewed the 2016 Exelon root cause analysis documented under IR 03992624. Exelon concluded the event was casued by frazil ice buildup. Contributing causes were that the procedures for mitigating the impact of frazil ice formation were ineffective, and that station leadership accepted mitigating actions vice elimination for issues that potentially jeopardized safe plant operation. Previous analysis has discovered under certain circumstances that the bar rack heaters were incapable of preventing frazil ice. Given the root cause and the contributing causes, Exelon pursued corrective actions to eliminate the possibility of frazil ice build-up which included removing two of the eight bar racks on the intake structure as corrective actions. The removal of the two bar racks will allow for sufficient intake flow should the remaining racks be impeded by frazil ice.

The inspectors noted this winter FitzPatrick had no indications of frazil ice build-up or intake level issues which would appear to demonstrate that the removal of the bar racks has improved FitzPatricks ability to mitigate frazil ice buildup. Further corrective actions include installing an intake level rate of change alarm, revising procedures to increase lake level monitoring during high frazil ice likelihood conditions, and to communicate with Nine Mile Point Unit 1 and 2 and take action if either plant experiences indications of intake icing. The inspectors concluded that Exelons response and corrective actions for this event were commensurate with the safety significance, were timely, and included appropriate compensatory measures.

EXIT MEETINGS AND DEBRIEFS

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

On May 2, 2018, the inspectors presented the quarterly resident inspection results to Mr. Joseph Pacher, Site Vice President, and other members of the Exelon staff.

DOCUMENTS REVIEWED

71111.01

Issue Report

04087668

71111.04

Procedures

CAD System B Quarterly Operability Test (IST) ST-25BB, Revision 4

DBD-070, Control Room and Relay Room Ventilation and Cooling Systems, Revision 4

FB-35E, Flow Diagram Control Room Area Service and Chilled Water System 70, Revision 38

FB-45A, Flow Diagram Control and Relay Rooms Heating and Ventilation System 70,

Revision 42

FM-19B Flow Diagram Fuel Pool Cleanup and Cooling System, Revision 45

OP-13F, RHR- Fuel Pool Cooling Assist, Revision 11

OP-30 Fuel Pool Cooling and Cleanup System, Revision 43

Issue Report

04088760

Drawings

FM-15A, Flow Diagram Reactor Bldg Cooling Water System 15, Revision 65

FM-132A, Temporary Drywell Cooling System 68, Revision 5MSK-1652, Drywell Temporary

Cooling System 68, Revision 4

FM-18A, Flow Diagram, Drywell Inerting C.

A.D. and Purge System, Revision 57

FM-18B, Flow Diagram, Drywell Inerting C.

A.D. Purge and Containment DP System 27,

Revision 44

FM-25A, Flow Diagram High Pressure Coolant Injection System 23, Revision 75

FM-48A, Flow Diagram Standby Gas Treatment System 01-125, Revision 32

71111.05

Procedures

JAF Fire Hazards Analysis JAF-RPT-04-00478, Revision 3

PFP-OUT25, Interim Waste Storage Facility Fire Area/Yard, Revision 0

PFP-PWR04 Battery Room Complex, EL 272, Fire Area/Zone BR-1, Br-2, BR-3, BR-4,

Revision 2

PFP-PWR37, East Pipe Tunnel Elevation 258 Fire Area/Zone XIX/RW-1, Revision 002

71111.06

Procedures

AP-16.14, Hazard Barrier Controls, Revision 7

CC-AA-201, Plant Barrier Control Program, Revision 12

71111.12

Procedures

ST-5BB, APRM System B Channel Functional Test, Revision 2

OP-AA-103-102, Watch-Standing Practices, Revision 18

OP-AA-108-112, Plant Status and Configuration, Revision 10

Issue Report

04114489

Miscellaneous

JAF-1-2017-0609, Revision 1

71111.12

Procedures

ER-AA-450, Structures Monitoring, Revision 6

JAF-RPT-07-00006, Maintenance Rule Structural Monitoring Report, Revision 6

Issue Report

04114448

71111.13

Procedures

AP-10.10, On-Line Risk Assessment, Revision 9

EN-WM-104, On-Line Risk Assessment, Revision 12

OP-AA-108-117, Protected Equipment Program, Revision 4

71111.15

Procedures

FB-45A, Control and Relay Rooms Heating and Ventilation System 70, Revision 42

OP-AA-108-115, Operability Determinations, Revision 20

RP-RESP-03.02, SGTS, CREVAS, and TSCVASS Testing, Revision 19

ST-4N, HPCI Quick-Start, Inservice, and Transient Monitoring Test (IST), Revision 66

ST-40D, Daily Surveillance and Channel Check, Revision 112

Issue Reports

03992613 04071131 04081869 04088480

04088760 04096823 04097327 04103156

04103690 04112832

Work Order 4712278

Drawings

Control and Relay Rooms Hearing and Ventilation System Flow Diagram 70, Revision 42

FM-25A, Flow Diagram High Pressure Injection System 23, Revision 75

71111.19

Procedures

HU-AA-104-101, Procedure Use and Adherence, Revision 5

ST-2AN, RHR Loop A Monthly Operability Test, Revision 16

ST-18, Main Control Room Emergency Fan and Damper Operability Test, Revision 33

ST-76AD, East Diesel Fire Pump 76-P4 Performance Test, Revision 10

WC-AA-111, Surveillance Program Requirements, Revision 5

Issue Reports

04097327 04098786 04103334 04107062

04114905 04119383

Work Orders

4691285 4731093 82691241 04765320

04666902-32

Miscellaneous

Engineering Change 50781

71111.22

Procedures

MST-071.16, 24V Instrument Battery Quarterly Surveillance Test, Revision 14

ST-2AL, RHR Loop A Quarterly Operability Test (IST), Revision 37

ST-9BA, EDG A and C Full Load Test and ESW Pump Operability Test, Revision 16

ST-9R, EDG System Quick-Start Operability Test and Offsite Circuit Verification, Revision 9

Work Orders

04710258

04733734

71124.01

Procedures

EN-RP-105, Radiological Work Permits, Revision 16

EN-RP-106, Radiological Survey Documentation, Revision 7

EN-RP-106-01, Radiological Survey Guidelines, Revision 3

EN-RP-108, Radiation Protection Posting, Revision 18

EN-RP-121, Radioactive Material Control, Revision 13

RP-AA-18, Radiological Posting and Labeling Program Description, Revision 1

RP-AA-300, Radiological Survey Program, Revision 15

RP-AA-376, Radiological Posting, Labeling, and Markings, Revision 9

RP-AA-460, Controls for High and Locked High Radiation Areas, Revision 30

RP-AA-460-002, Additional High Radiation Exposure Control, Revision 3

RP-AA-460-003, Access to HRAS/LHRAS and Contaminated Areas in Response to a Potential

or Actual Emergency, Revision 9

RP-AA-504, Unconditional Release Survey Method, Revision 14

RP-AA-503-F-01, Unconditional Release Instructions Using the Small Articles Monitor for

Personal Items Used in the Radiologically Controlled Area and in a Contaminated Area,

Revision 4

Issue Reports

04102384 04096595 04080866 04066877

04063769 04053351

Miscellaneous

Source leak tests on April 10, 2017 and October 5, 2017 for the following sources:

S008, S009, S014, S021, S126, S146, S388, S390, S391, S392, S395, S396, S576, S934,

S935, S1018, S1029

71124.02

Procedures

EN-RP-110, ALARA Program, Revision 14

EN-RP-110-01, ALARA Initiative Deferrals, Revision 1

EN-RP-110-03, Collective Radiation Exposure Reduction Guidelines, Revision 4

EN-RP-110-04, Radiation Protection Risk Assessment Process, Revision 7

EN-RP-110-05, ALARA Planning and Controls, Revision 3

RP-AA-400-1001, Establishing Collective Radiation Exposure Annual Business Plan Goals,

Revision 4

RP-AA-400-1004, Emergent Dose Control and Authorization, Revision 9

RP-AA-401, Operational ALARA Planning and Controls, Revision 22

RP-AA-441, Total Effective Dose Equivalent (EDE) ALARA Evaluation, Revision 8

Issue Reports

04053610

04060956

04071477

71124.03

Procedures

EN-RP-131, Air Sampling, Revision 15

EN-RP-503, Selection, Issue and Use of Respiratory Protection Equipment, Revision 7

RP-AA-301, Radiological Air Sampling Program, Revision 10

RP-AA-302, Determination of Alpha Levels and Monitoring, Revision 8

RP-AA-825, Maintenance, Care and Inspection of Respiratory Protective Equipment, Revision 8

RP-RESP-08.02, Air Compressor, Bauer Unicus III, Revision 6

Issue Reports

04061257

04089450

Miscellaneous

LO Number A/R 04001198, Airborne Radioactivity Program, Respiratory Program, Personnel

Monitoring Program and Bioassay Program, October 16, 2017

71124.04

Procedures

RP-AA-203-1001, Personnel Exposure Investigations, Revision 10

RP-AA-210, Dosimetry Issue, Usage, and Control, Revision 28

RP-AA-215, Calculating and Crediting Dose from Noble Gas Exposure, Revision 1

RP-AA-222, Methods for Estimating Internal Exposure from in VIVO Bioassay Data, Revision 5

RP-AA-250, External Dose Assessment from Contamination, Revision 7

RP-AA-270, Prenatal Radiation Exposure, Revision 8

Miscellaneous

NUPIC Audit No. 24229/Duke Audit No. VA16087, GEL Laboratories, October 17-21, 2016

71151

Procedure

EN-LI-114, Performance Indicator Process, Revision 7

71152

Procedures

OP-4, Circulating Water System, Revision 81

AOP-56, Intake Water Level Trouble, Revision 15

Issue Reports

03992624

04087426

Miscellaneous

EC 621217 - Removal of Existing Intake Structure Bar-Racks, Revision 21

Root Cause Report - CR-JAF-2016-00243, SCRAM Due to Lowering Screenwell Water Level

UNITED STATES

NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION

REGION I

2100 RENAISSANCE BOULEVARD, SUITE 100

KING OF PRUSSIA, PENNSLYVANIA 19406-2713

May 14, 2018

Mr. Bryan C. Hanson

Senior Vice President, Exelon Generation Company, LLC

President and Chief Nuclear Officer, Exelon Nuclear

4300 Winfield Road

Warrenville, IL 60555

SUBJECT: JAMES A. FITZPATRICK NUCLEAR POWER PLANT - INTEGRATED

INSPECTION REPORT 05000333/2018001

Dear Mr. Hanson:

On March 31, 2018, the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) completed an inspection

at the James

A. FitzPatrick Nuclear Power Plant (FitzPatrick). On May 2, 2018, the NRC

inspectors discussed the results of this inspection with Mr. Joseph Pacher, Site Vice President,

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 the NRC Public Document Room

in accordance with Title 10 of the Code of Federal Regulations (10 CFR), Part 2.390, Public

Inspections, Exemptions, Requests for Withholding.

Sincerely,

/RA/

Anthony Dimitriadis, Chief

Reactor Projects Branch 5

Division of Reactor Projects

Docket Number: 50-333

License Number: DPR-59

Enclosure:

Inspection Report 05000333/2018001

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NAME LCline via email ADimitriadis

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DATE 5/14/18 5/14/18 5/14/18

U.S. NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION

Inspection Report

Docket Number: 50-333

License Number: DPR-59

Report Number: 05000333/2018001

Enterprise Identifier: I-2018-001-0048

Licensee: Exelon Generation Company, LLC

Facility: James A. FitzPatrick Nuclear Power Plant

Location: Scriba, NY

Inspection Dates: January 1, 2018 to March 31, 2018

Inspectors:

K. Kolaczyk, Senior Resident Inspector
G. Stock, Resident Inspector
J. Ambrosini, Senior Emergency Preparedness Inspector
T. Dunn, Operations Engineer
J. Kulp, Senior Reactor Inspector
R. Rolph, Health Physicist
C. Safouri, Project Engineer
A. Turilin, Resident Inspector

Approved By:

A. Dimitriadis, Chief

Reactor Projects Branch 5

Division of Reactor Projects

SUMMARY

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) continued monitoring Exelons performance at

FitzPatrick by conducting the baseline inspections described in this report 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.

No findings or more-than-minor violations were identified.

PLANT STATUS

FitzPatrick began the inspection period at rated thermal power. On February 25, 2018,

operators reduced power to 54 percent to perform scram time testing and turbine and main

steam isolation valve stroke time testing. Operators returned FitzPatrick to rated thermal power

March 1, 2018, and the plant 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 Exelons performance and compliance

with Commission rules and regulations, license conditions, site procedures, and standards.

REACTOR SAFETY

71111.01 - Adverse Weather Protection

Impending Severe Weather (1 Sample)

The inspectors evaluated readiness for impending extreme weather conditions prior to the

unseasonably cold weather during the week of January 1, 2018.

71111.04 - Equipment Alignment

Partial Walkdown (5 Samples)

The inspectors evaluated system configurations during partial walkdowns of the following

systems:

(1) Containment air dilution system following completion of maintenance activities

conducted the week of January 15, 2018

(2) High pressure coolant injection (HPCI) system on January 18, 2018

(3) Drywell outage cooling system on January 26, 2018

(4) A control room emergency ventilation system with B train inoperable for relay

maintenance on March 3, 2018

(5) B spent fuel pool cooling system while the A system was out of service for unplanned

maintenance on March 22, 2018

Complete Walkdown (1 Sample)

The inspectors evaluated system configurations during a complete walkdown of the drywell

vent and purge and containment pressurization system on March 16, 2018.

71111.05A/Q - Fire Protection Annual/Quarterly

Quarterly Inspection (6 Samples)

The inspectors evaluated fire protection program implementation in the following selected

areas:

(1) North cable tunnel fire zone CT-4 on January 3, 2018

(2) South cable tunnel fire zone CT-3 on January 3, 2018

(3) Relay room fire zone RR-1 on January 3, 2018

(4) East pipe tunnel fire zone RW-1 on January 18, 2018

(5) Battery room A fire zone BR-1 on February 21, 2018

(6) Interim waste storage facility, fire area yard on March 28, 2018

71111.06 - Flood Protection Measures (1 Sample)

Internal Flooding

The inspectors evaluated internal flooding mitigation protections on floor plug 4, which was

removed for west crescent cooler maintenance, on March 9, 2018.

71111.11 - Licensed Operator Requalification Program and Licensed Operator Performance

Operator Requalification (1 Sample)

The inspectors observed and evaluated a simulator scenario including swapping of service

water pumps, a loss of the T-13 transformer, a steam leak inside the drywell requiring

reactor pressure vessel blowdown, and the loss of all reactor pressure vessel level

instrumentation on January 25, 2018.

Operator Performance (1 Sample)

The inspectors observed B turbine driven feed pump taken to manual to perform

operational decision making issue actions for motor gear unit sticking, and the performance

of ST-5BB system B channel function test on March 13, 2018.

71111.12 - Maintenance Effectiveness

Routine Maintenance Effectiveness (2 Samples)

The inspectors evaluated the effectiveness of routine maintenance activities associated

with the following equipment and/or safety significant functions:

(1) Structural monitoring program walkdown of the torus room on March 1, 2018

(2) Structural monitoring program walkdown of reactor building refuel floor exterior on

March 13, 2018

71111.13 - Maintenance Risk Assessments and Emergent Work Control (5 Samples)

The inspectors evaluated the risk assessments for the following planned and emergent

work activities:

(1) C battery room ventilation fan maintenance on January 26, 2018

(2) HPCI planned maintenance on February 13, 2018

(3) B station air compressor planned maintenance on February 13, 2018

(4) A and C diesel generators planned maintenance the week of February 19, 2018

(5) Hardened containment vent tie-in to normal ventilation on February 27, 2018

71111.15 - Operability Determinations and Functionality Assessments (9 Samples)

The inspectors evaluated the following operability determinations and functionality

assessments:

(1) HPCI system with steam trap T-3 allowing steam downstream on January 18, 2018

(2) Standby gas treatment A after excessive runtime without a charcoal sample on

January 31, 2018

(3) HPCI foam actuation valve 76-SOV-132 failure to close on February 8, 2018

(4) Bypass valve operability following intermittent partial open indication on

February 12, 2018

(5) 70MOD-108A control room vent exhaust fan 4A outlet isolation damper not closed on

February 15, 2018

(6) Alternate shutdown panel isolation switches due to Part 21 notification NRC-21-2016-00

on February 23, 2018

(7) Past operability for the safety pump room with the fire dampers covered with herculite on

February 27, 2018

(8) HPCI secured during surveillance test due to high flow on March 9, 2018

(9) 70MOD-110A indicated dual with control room vent placed in purge on March 29, 2018

71111.17T - Evaluations of Changes, Tests, and Experiments (29 Samples)

The inspectors evaluated the following from March 26, 2018 to March 29, 2018:

CFR 50.59 Evaluations

(1) JAF-SE-17-01, Main Turbine Steam Valve Testing Periodicity Change, Revision 0

(2) JAF-SE-17-02, Removal of Existing Intake Structure Bar-Racks, Revision 0

CFR 50.59 Screening/Applicability Determinations

(1) 2452, PRCR: AOP-77, Revision 5

(2) 9000051059, Replace Obsolete 06FM-100 Flow Monitor, Revision 0

(3) 9000052728, Fukushima-Spent Fuel Pool Level Instrumentation, Revision 0

(4) 9000063007, Install Temporary Pump to Maintain Fire Protection Fire Header

Pressure, Revision 1

(5) 9000067365, 10MOV-89A/B Replacement, Revision 0

(6) 9000068099, Modify DHR Fan Control Circuits For Reverse Operation, Revision 0

(7) 9000068175, 92MOD-150A(OP) Replacement with New Model Operator, Revision 0

(8) 9000069558, Enlarge Alignment Slot on Fuel Support Casting for Location 38-39,

Revision 1

(9) AR04078735, Revision 37 of OP-55B, Revision 0

(10) DRN 16-00288, Revision 36 of OP-55B, Revision 0

(11) DRN-00156, OP-65B, Shutdown Operation, Revision 0

(12) EC 50942, Install Fuses in Remote DC Ammeter Circuits from 71BCB-2A, Revision 0

(13) EC 57625, Changes to the JAF Facility to Support the NYPSA 345kV Capacitor Bank

Additions, Revision 0

(14) EC 61046, Disconnect Power and Communication to Smoke Detection Zones 47, 48,

49, 50, and 51 and Retire in Place, Revision 0

(15) EC 61755, Lift Lead for TCV-121B to Ensure Valve Remains in the Fail-Safe Position

(Open), Revision 0

(16) EC 620605, Hardened Containment Vent System Phase 2, Revision 0

(17) EC 66088, Provide Isolation Between Secondary Containment and Residual Heat

Removal Service Water for Work on 10MOV-89B, Revision 0

(18) EC 66125, Evaluate Increasing the Reactor Protection System Motor-Generator Set

Overvoltage Relay Setpoint, Revision 0

(19) EC 9000067410, Replace 3-stage Safety Relief Valves with 2-stage Valves 2RV-71E

and 2RV-71F, Revision 0

(20) EC 9000067794, Replacement of 92TIC-101B, Revision 0

(21) EC 9000069344, 12MOV-15 and 12MOV-18 Throttle Capability, Revision 0

(22) JAF-SCN-18-008, 125 Vdc Station Battery and Charger Surveillance Test, Revision 0

(23) JAF-SCN-18-021, IMP-93.1, Emergency Diesel Generator Pressure Switch

Calibration, Revision 0

(24) JAF-SCN-18-026, Cut and Cap Body Drain Lines, Revision 0

(25) JAF-SCR-18-017, AOP-56, Intake Water Level Trouble Procedure Revision,

Revision 0

(26) OP-22, Diesel Generator Emergency Power, Revision 62, Revision 0

(27) TRM 17-003, Technical Requirements Manual, Appendix I, Surveillance Requirement 3.3.1.1.8 Frequency Change, Revision 0

71111.19 - Post Maintenance Testing (7 Samples)

The inspectors evaluated post maintenance testing for the following maintenance/repair

activities:

(1) 76-P4 run preventive maintenance on February 12, 2018

(2) HPCI system turbine steam supply drain trap replacement on February 13, 2018

(3) Installation of Fukushima nitrogen supply line 27AOV-117 on February 28, 2018

(4) B turbine driven feed pump motor gear unit replacement and testing on February 28,

2018

(5) B control room emergency ventilation system relay maintenance on March 13, 2018

(6) A residual heat removal maintenance window on March 22, 2018

(7) A emergency diesel generator circulating oil pump coupling replacement and

realignment on March 28, 2018

71111.22 - Surveillance Testing

The inspectors evaluated the following surveillance tests:

Routine (3 Samples)

(1) ST-9BA, Emergency Diesel Generator A and C Full Load Test and Emergency Service

Water Pump Operability Test, on January 29, 2017

(2) MST-071.16, Instrument Battery Quarterly Surveillance Test, on February 8, 2018

(3) ST-9R, Emergency Diesel Generator A and C System Quick-Start Operability Test and

Offsite Circuit Verification, on February 5, 2018

Inservice (2 Samples)

(1) ST-2AL , A Residual Heat Removal Quarterly Operability Test (IST), on January 2,

2018

(2) ST-25BB, Containment Atmosphere Dilution System B Quarterly Operability Test (IST),

on January 19, 2018

71114.06 - Drill Evaluation

Drill/Training Evolution (1 Sample)

The inspectors evaluated a simulator scenario including swapping of service water

pumps, a loss of the T-13 transformer, a steam leak inside the drywell requiring reactor

pressure vessel blowdown, an alert declaration, and the loss of all reactor pressure vessel

level instrumentation which led to a site area emergency declaration, on January 25,

2018.

RADIATION SAFETY

71124.01 - Radiological Hazard Assessment and Exposure Controls

Radiological Hazard Assessment (1 Sample)

The inspectors reviewed recent plant radiation surveys and for radiological hazards to onsite

workers or members of the public. The inspectors evaluated assessments and controls for

new radiological hazards.

Instructions to Workers (1 Sample)

The inspectors evaluated instructions provided to workers.

Contamination and Radioactive Material Control (1 Sample)

The inspectors observed the monitoring of potentially contaminated material leaving the

radiological control area and evaluated contamination and radioactive material controls.

The inspectors selected several sealed sources from inventory records and assessed

whether the sources were accounted for and were tested for loose surface contamination.

Radiological Hazards Control and Work Coverage (1 Sample)

The inspectors evaluated in-plant radiological conditions and performed independent

radiation measurements during facility walk-downs and observation of radiological work

activities. The inspectors assessed whether posted surveys, radiation work permits, worker

radiological briefings, and the use of continuous air monitoring and dosimetry monitoring

were consistent with the present conditions.

High Radiation Area and Very High Radiation Area Controls (1 Sample)

The inspectors evaluated risk-significant high radiation area and very high radiation area

controls, including postings and physical barriers.

Radiation Worker Performance and Radiation Protection Technician Proficiency (1 Sample)

The inspectors evaluated radiation worker and radiation protection technician radiological

performance.

71124.02 - Occupational As Low As Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) Planning and Controls

Verification of Dose Estimates and Exposure Tracking Systems (1 Sample)

The inspectors evaluated dose estimates and exposure tracking.

Radiation Worker Performance (1 Sample)

The inspectors evaluated radiation worker and radiation protection technician performance.

71124.03 - In-Plant Airborne Radioactivity Control and Mitigation

Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus for Emergency Use (1 Sample)

The inspectors evaluated Exelons self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) program at

FitzPatrick to include surveillance records for three SCBAs staged in-plant for use during

emergencies, procedures, maintenance and test records, the refilling and transporting of

SCBA air bottles, SCBA mask size availability, and the qualifications of personnel

performing service and repair of this equipment.

71124.04 - Occupational Dose Assessment

Source Term Characterization (1 Sample)

The inspectors evaluated Exelons source term characterization.

Special Dosimetric Situations (1 Sample)

The inspectors evaluated Exelons performance for special dosimetric situations.

OTHER ACTIVITIES - BASELINE

71151 - Performance Indicator Verification (2 Samples)

The inspectors verified licensee performance indicators submittals listed below for the

period from January 1, 2017 through December 31, 2017:

(1) MS05, Safety System Functional Failures

(2) IE03, Unplanned Power Changes

71152 - Problem Identification and Resolution

Annual Follow-up of Selected Issues (1 Sample)

The inspectors reviewed Exelons implementation of its corrective action program related to

the following issues:

(1) Reactor Scram Due to Frazil Ice Build-up and Subsequent Lowering Intake Level

INSPECTION RESULTS

Observations 71152

Annual Follow-up of Selected Issues

Reactor Scram Due to Frazil Ice Build-up and Subsequent Lowering Intake Level

On January 23, 2016, during power ascension following a downpower for hydraulic control

unit maintenance, the station experienced a reduction in intake level. Operators initially

attempted to perform a rapid downpower with the intent of securing two circulating water

pumps. After securing the first circulating water pump, intake level momentarily began to rise

and then continued to lower. When intake level decreased to the procedurally required

minimal intake level, operators inserted a manual scram. Exelon determined the cause of the

scram was frazil ice build-up on the bar racks at the intake structure, which is an infrequent

occurrence, but is expected during winter months during specific meteorological conditions.

FitzPatrick has experienced frazil ice build-up previously in 1996, 2004, 2008, and 2010.

However, only in 1996 did the event result in a unit scram, which resulted in a number of

corrective actions, including new procedures to combat intake level issues. Since the 2004 -

2010 events did not result in a reactor scram, the evaluations for the events were not as in

depth or as scrutinizing as the 1996 event. Exelon recognized that these prior events were

missed opportunities to not just mitigate the build-up of frazil ice but evaluate and eliminate

the potential. Another factor that potentially affected how rapidly the January 2016

progressed, was the re-tubing of the FitzPatrick main condensers in 2015, which increased

the flow rate through the intake, which can expedite frazil ice formation in the intake system.

Exelon noted this item in the root cause investigation that was completed following the 2016

scram, and implemented several corrective actions to address this issue.

The inspectors reviewed the 2016 Exelon root cause analysis documented under IR

03992624. Exelon concluded the event was casued by frazil ice buildup. Contributing causes

were that the procedures for mitigating the impact of frazil ice formation were ineffective, and

that station leadership accepted mitigating actions vice elimination for issues that potentially

jeopardized safe plant operation. Previous analysis has discovered under certain

circumstances that the bar rack heaters were incapable of preventing frazil ice. Given the root

cause and the contributing causes, Exelon pursued corrective actions to eliminate the

possibility of frazil ice build-up which included removing two of the eight bar racks on the

intake structure as corrective actions. The removal of the two bar racks will allow for sufficient

intake flow should the remaining racks be impeded by frazil ice.

The inspectors noted this winter FitzPatrick had no indications of frazil ice build-up or intake

level issues which would appear to demonstrate that the removal of the bar racks has

improved FitzPatricks ability to mitigate frazil ice buildup. Further corrective actions include

installing an intake level rate of change alarm, revising procedures to increase lake level

monitoring during high frazil ice likelihood conditions, and to communicate with Nine Mile

Point Unit 1 and 2 and take action if either plant experiences indications of intake icing. The

inspectors concluded that Exelons response and corrective actions for this event were

commensurate with the safety significance, were timely, and included appropriate

compensatory measures.

EXIT MEETINGS AND DEBRIEFS

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

On May 2, 2018, the inspectors presented the quarterly resident inspection results to

Mr. Joseph Pacher, Site Vice President, and other members of the Exelon staff.

DOCUMENTS REVIEWED

71111.01

Issue Report

04087668

71111.04

Procedures

CAD System B Quarterly Operability Test (IST) ST-25BB, Revision 4

DBD-070, Control Room and Relay Room Ventilation and Cooling Systems, Revision 4

FB-35E, Flow Diagram Control Room Area Service and Chilled Water System 70, Revision 38

FB-45A, Flow Diagram Control and Relay Rooms Heating and Ventilation System 70,

Revision 42

FM-19B Flow Diagram Fuel Pool Cleanup and Cooling System, Revision 45

OP-13F, RHR- Fuel Pool Cooling Assist, Revision 11

OP-30 Fuel Pool Cooling and Cleanup System, Revision 43

Issue Report

04088760

Drawings

FM-15A, Flow Diagram Reactor Bldg Cooling Water System 15, Revision 65

FM-132A, Temporary Drywell Cooling System 68, Revision 5MSK-1652, Drywell Temporary

Cooling System 68, Revision 4

FM-18A, Flow Diagram, Drywell Inerting C.

A.D. and Purge System, Revision 57

FM-18B, Flow Diagram, Drywell Inerting C.

A.D. Purge and Containment DP System 27,

Revision 44

FM-25A, Flow Diagram High Pressure Coolant Injection System 23, Revision 75

FM-48A, Flow Diagram Standby Gas Treatment System 01-125, Revision 32

71111.05

Procedures

JAF Fire Hazards Analysis JAF-RPT-04-00478, Revision 3

PFP-OUT25, Interim Waste Storage Facility Fire Area/Yard, Revision 0

PFP-PWR04 Battery Room Complex, EL 272, Fire Area/Zone BR-1, Br-2, BR-3, BR-4,

Revision 2

PFP-PWR37, East Pipe Tunnel Elevation 258 Fire Area/Zone XIX/RW-1, Revision 002

71111.06

Procedures

AP-16.14, Hazard Barrier Controls, Revision 7

CC-AA-201, Plant Barrier Control Program, Revision 12

71111.12

Procedures

ST-5BB, APRM System B Channel Functional Test, Revision 2

OP-AA-103-102, Watch-Standing Practices, Revision 18

OP-AA-108-112, Plant Status and Configuration, Revision 10

Issue Report

04114489

Miscellaneous

JAF-1-2017-0609, Revision 1

71111.12

Procedures

ER-AA-450, Structures Monitoring, Revision 6

JAF-RPT-07-00006, Maintenance Rule Structural Monitoring Report, Revision 6

Issue Report

04114448

71111.13

Procedures

AP-10.10, On-Line Risk Assessment, Revision 9

EN-WM-104, On-Line Risk Assessment, Revision 12

OP-AA-108-117, Protected Equipment Program, Revision 4

71111.15

Procedures

FB-45A, Control and Relay Rooms Heating and Ventilation System 70, Revision 42

OP-AA-108-115, Operability Determinations, Revision 20

RP-RESP-03.02, SGTS, CREVAS, and TSCVASS Testing, Revision 19

ST-4N, HPCI Quick-Start, Inservice, and Transient Monitoring Test (IST), Revision 66

ST-40D, Daily Surveillance and Channel Check, Revision 112

Issue Reports

03992613 04071131 04081869 04088480

04088760 04096823 04097327 04103156

04103690 04112832

Work Order 4712278

Drawings

Control and Relay Rooms Hearing and Ventilation System Flow Diagram 70, Revision 42

FM-25A, Flow Diagram High Pressure Injection System 23, Revision 75

71111.19

Procedures

HU-AA-104-101, Procedure Use and Adherence, Revision 5

ST-2AN, RHR Loop A Monthly Operability Test, Revision 16

ST-18, Main Control Room Emergency Fan and Damper Operability Test, Revision 33

ST-76AD, East Diesel Fire Pump 76-P4 Performance Test, Revision 10

WC-AA-111, Surveillance Program Requirements, Revision 5

Issue Reports

04097327 04098786 04103334 04107062

04114905 04119383

Work Orders

4691285 4731093 82691241 04765320

04666902-32

Miscellaneous

Engineering Change 50781

71111.22

Procedures

MST-071.16, 24V Instrument Battery Quarterly Surveillance Test, Revision 14

ST-2AL, RHR Loop A Quarterly Operability Test (IST), Revision 37

ST-9BA, EDG A and C Full Load Test and ESW Pump Operability Test, Revision 16

ST-9R, EDG System Quick-Start Operability Test and Offsite Circuit Verification, Revision 9

Work Orders

04710258

04733734

71124.01

Procedures

EN-RP-105, Radiological Work Permits, Revision 16

EN-RP-106, Radiological Survey Documentation, Revision 7

EN-RP-106-01, Radiological Survey Guidelines, Revision 3

EN-RP-108, Radiation Protection Posting, Revision 18

EN-RP-121, Radioactive Material Control, Revision 13

RP-AA-18, Radiological Posting and Labeling Program Description, Revision 1

RP-AA-300, Radiological Survey Program, Revision 15

RP-AA-376, Radiological Posting, Labeling, and Markings, Revision 9

RP-AA-460, Controls for High and Locked High Radiation Areas, Revision 30

RP-AA-460-002, Additional High Radiation Exposure Control, Revision 3

RP-AA-460-003, Access to HRAS/LHRAS and Contaminated Areas in Response to a Potential

or Actual Emergency, Revision 9

RP-AA-504, Unconditional Release Survey Method, Revision 14

RP-AA-503-F-01, Unconditional Release Instructions Using the Small Articles Monitor for

Personal Items Used in the Radiologically Controlled Area and in a Contaminated Area,

Revision 4

Issue Reports

04102384 04096595 04080866 04066877

04063769 04053351

Miscellaneous

Source leak tests on April 10, 2017 and October 5, 2017 for the following sources:

S008, S009, S014, S021, S126, S146, S388, S390, S391, S392, S395, S396, S576, S934,

S935, S1018, S1029

71124.02

Procedures

EN-RP-110, ALARA Program, Revision 14

EN-RP-110-01, ALARA Initiative Deferrals, Revision 1

EN-RP-110-03, Collective Radiation Exposure Reduction Guidelines, Revision 4

EN-RP-110-04, Radiation Protection Risk Assessment Process, Revision 7

EN-RP-110-05, ALARA Planning and Controls, Revision 3

RP-AA-400-1001, Establishing Collective Radiation Exposure Annual Business Plan Goals,

Revision 4

RP-AA-400-1004, Emergent Dose Control and Authorization, Revision 9

RP-AA-401, Operational ALARA Planning and Controls, Revision 22

RP-AA-441, Total Effective Dose Equivalent (EDE) ALARA Evaluation, Revision 8

Issue Reports

04053610

04060956

04071477

71124.03

Procedures

EN-RP-131, Air Sampling, Revision 15

EN-RP-503, Selection, Issue and Use of Respiratory Protection Equipment, Revision 7

RP-AA-301, Radiological Air Sampling Program, Revision 10

RP-AA-302, Determination of Alpha Levels and Monitoring, Revision 8

RP-AA-825, Maintenance, Care and Inspection of Respiratory Protective Equipment, Revision 8

RP-RESP-08.02, Air Compressor, Bauer Unicus III, Revision 6

Issue Reports

04061257

04089450

Miscellaneous

LO Number A/R 04001198, Airborne Radioactivity Program, Respiratory Program, Personnel

Monitoring Program and Bioassay Program, October 16, 2017

71124.04

Procedures

RP-AA-203-1001, Personnel Exposure Investigations, Revision 10

RP-AA-210, Dosimetry Issue, Usage, and Control, Revision 28

RP-AA-215, Calculating and Crediting Dose from Noble Gas Exposure, Revision 1

RP-AA-222, Methods for Estimating Internal Exposure from in VIVO Bioassay Data, Revision 5

RP-AA-250, External Dose Assessment from Contamination, Revision 7

RP-AA-270, Prenatal Radiation Exposure, Revision 8

Miscellaneous

NUPIC Audit No. 24229/Duke Audit No. VA16087, GEL Laboratories, October 17-21, 2016

71151

Procedure

EN-LI-114, Performance Indicator Process, Revision 7

71152

Procedures

OP-4, Circulating Water System, Revision 81

AOP-56, Intake Water Level Trouble, Revision 15

Issue Reports

03992624

04087426

Miscellaneous

EC 621217 - Removal of Existing Intake Structure Bar-Racks, Revision 21

Root Cause Report - CR-JAF-2016-00243, SCRAM Due to Lowering Screenwell Water Level