NL-12-1112, Emergency Preparedness Information Requested by NRC Letter, Request for Information Pursuant to Title 10 of Code of Federal Regulations 50. 54(f) Regarding Recommendations 2. 1, 2.3, and 9.3, of the Near-Term Task Force Review.

Emergency Preparedness Information Requested by NRC Letter, Request for Information Pursuant to Title 10 of Code of Federal Regulations 50. 54(f) Regarding Recommendations 2. 1, 2.3, and 9.3, of the Near-Term Task Force Review.

ML12164A750
Person / Time
Site:	Vogtle
Issue date:	06/11/2012
From:	Ajluni M Southern Co, Southern Nuclear Operating Co
To:	Document Control Desk, Office of Nuclear Reactor Regulation
References
NL-12-1112
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Mark J. Ajluni, P.E. Southern Nuclear Nuclear Licensing Director Operating Company, Inc.

40 Inverness Cen ter Parkway Post Office Box 1295 Birmingham. Alabama 35201 Tel 205.9927673 Fax 205.992.7885 June 11, 2012 SOUTHERN'\'

COMPANY Docket Nos.: 50-424 NL-12-1112 50-425 U. S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission ATTN: Document Control Desk 11555 Rockville Pike Rockville, MD 20852 Vogtle Electric Generating Plant - Units 1 and 2 Emergency Preparedness Information Requested by NRC Letter, Request for Information Pursuant to Title 10 of the Code of Federal Regulations 50. 54(f)

Regarding Recommendations 2. 1, 2.3, and 9.3, ofthe Near- Term Task Force Review of Insights from the Fukushima Daiichi Accident

Reference:

1. NRC Letter, Request for Information Pursuant to Title 10 of the Code of Federal Regulations 50.54(f) Regarding Recommendations 2. 1,2.3, and 9.3, ofthe Near-Term Task Force Review of Insights from the Fukushima Daiichi Accident; dated March 12, 2012

2. Southern Nuclear Operating Company letter to NRC, 60-Day Response to NRC Letter, Request for Information Pursuant to Title 10 of the Code of Federal Regulations 50.54(f) Regarding Recommendations 2.1, 2.3, and 9.3, of the Near- Term Task Force Review of Insights from the Fukushima Daiichi Accident, dated March 12, 2012, dated May 9 , 2012 (Letter NL-12-0798)

Ladies and Gentlemen :

On March 12, 2012, the NRC staff issued Reference 1 to all power reactor licensees and holders of construction permits in active or deferred status. of the letter contains specific Requested Actions and Requested Information associated with Recommendation 9.3 for Emergency Preparedness (EP) programs. In accordance with 10 CFR 50.54, "Conditions of Licenses,"

paragraph (f), addressees were requested to submit a written response to the information requests. The letter also provided requested due dates for written responses.

In accordance with Reference 1, on May 9, 2012, Southern Nuclear Operating Company submitted Reference 2, an alternative course of action for providing the requested information. The alternative course of action included revised information due dates and the basis for those dates. As described in our

U. S. !\Iuclear Regulatory Commission NL-12-1112 Page 2 alternative course of action, Enclosure 1 to this letter provides the responses to the following information requests.

• Reference 1, Enclosure 5, Communications request #2

• Reference 1, Enclosure 5, Staffing request #3

• Reference 1, Enclosure 5, Staffing request #4

• Reference 1, Enclosure 5, Staffing request #5 This letter contains no NRC commitments. If you have any questions, please contact Jack Stringfellow at (205) 992-7037.

Mr. M. J. Ajluni states he is Nuclear Licensing Director of Southern Nuclear Operating Company, is authorized to execute this oath on behalf of Southern Nuclear Operating Company and, to the best of his knowledge and belief, the facts set forth in this letter are true.

Sworn to and subscribed before me this I\~'- day of \fUJ\.e.-- ,2012.

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No ry PublIC My commission expires: MAV'u~ :1.')1~D jtf Respectfully submitted, M. J. Ajluni Nuclear Licensing Director MJAlCLN/lac

Enclosures:

1. Emergency Preparedness 90 Day Response to the Request for Information Regarding Recommendation 9.3 of the Near Term Task Force

U. S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission Nl- 1 112 Page 3 cc: Southern Nuclear Operating Company Mr. S. E. Kuczynski, Chairman, President & CEO Mr. D. Bost, Executive Vice President & Chief Nuclear Officer Mr. E. Tynan, Vice President Vogtle Mr. L Ivey, Vice President - Regulatory Affairs Mr. B. J. Adams, Vice President - Operations RType: CVC7000 Mr. V. M. McCree, Regional Administrator Mr. G. Boyle, NRR Senior Project Manager - Vogtle Mr. l. M. Cain, Senior Resident Inspector - Vogtle

VogUe Electric Generating Plant - Units 1 and 2 Emergency Preparedness Information Requested by NRC letter, Request for Information Pursuant Title 10 of the of Federal Regulations 50.54(f) Regarding Recommendations 2.1,2.3, and 9.3, of the Near-Term Enclosure 1 Emergency Preparedness 90 Day Response to the Request for Information Regarding Recommendation 9.3 of the Near Term Task Force NL-12-1112 Emergency Preparedness 90 Day Response to the Request for Information (RFI) Regarding Recommendation 9.3 of the Near Term Task Force RFI 2 - Describe any interim actions that have been taken or are planned to be taken to enhance existing communications systems power supplies until the communications assessment and the resulting actions are complete.

Southern Nuclear Operating Company (SNC) has performed a preliminary assessment of communications systems and confirmed that existing installed systems have adequate backup power supplies that would be expected to available during a loss of ac power, but have identified actions to further enhance communications capabilities after a large scale natural event.

Three (3) battery-operated satellite phones. including extra batteries and chargers, have been purchased and for use by emergency rocn,..,.,,,,,

personnel for onsite and offsite communications. These units will also be utilized to contact Emergency Operations Facility (EOF). The has full communications capability with applicable offsite agencies and is located outside the 25 mile area. EOF is staffed and trained to perform emergency notifications and has the capability to initiate request of supporting agencies to respond the event. Two additional satellite phones, including extra batteries and chargers have been purchased and deployed for emergency response in the Emergency Operations Facility (EOF). satellite phone has the ability to support a single phone line. satellite phones will used as an interim measure until the completion of the communications and implementation of a long term solution for on-site and off-site communications.

SouthernUNC and/or Kenwood radios are utilized for onsite response teams utilizing "talk around." This feature provides push to talk service between individual or group radios via private 2-way and/or group radio connections. This mode provides radio communication without the need for local towers or transport systems. Additional communications capability is available through the use of sound powered phones.

Portable generators will be procured to supply power to onsite communications equipment. generators will have onboard fuel supplies and be capable of being refueled from the EDG Day tanks. Purchase orders for the portable nc.r"\or~:lTnlr~ have been 1'::>'::>'-I<:4U RFI 3 - Identify how the augmented staff would be notified given degraded communications capabilities.

Satellite communications can utilized to activate the Emergency l"'~UJVI 1

Organization (ERO) using existing callout provided by DCC/NXT. The service provider is located more than miles from the site and provides

-1 NL-1 112 geographically diverse call center locations and back-up capability. Once activated, the system initiates notification to ERO personnel via voice, text messaging, and email to devices registered for the individual member (e.g., phone, pager, smart phone, etc.). This method will reach ERO members outside the 25*mile as well as a portion of the ERO with notification coverage (device dependent) within the fringes of the 25-mile zone. Additional members will be notified as communications infrastructure is returned to service through the affected area.

Initial expectations will be communicated to the Emergency Response Organization ERO to respond to their aSSigned emergency response facilities when made aware of an area-wide loss-of-grid by October 30,2012. This will be included in the ERO annual requalification training program by December 1 201 RFI 4 - Identify the methods of access (e.g., roadways, navigable bodies of water and dockage, airlift, etc.) to the that are expected to be available after a widespread large scale natural event.

Various types of transport to Plant Vogtle are applicable including: walking, personal vehicle, helicopter, and boat.

8NC currently has a written agreement with the Georgia Emergency Management Agency (GEMA) to obtain logistical support in the event of a large-scale natural disaster that inhibits site access. GEMA is the central coordinating agency for all state, local, and federal resources, including mutual aid in This includes clearing of access roads as conditions warrant, water and air transportation support, etc., as needed. The agreement is being revised to specifically identify the need for assistance such as transportation of emergency responders to deSignated emergency response facilities in the event of a large-natural disaster that inhibits site access and clearing of access roads, as conditions warrant. 8NC anticipates that any applicable agreements will be verified or updated by 30,2012.

In support of agreements, SNC is establishing staging areas to by emergency responders as common locations for transport to the affected site.

under consideration include the current alternate assembly areas, as well as strategic public centers (schools, shopping centers, etc.). The selected areas will be identified by October 30, 201 8NC is preparing for potential that access will be unavailable the first six hours following the postulated natural If is inaccessible due to the event (e.g. bridges damaged, roads blocked with debris, etc.) emergency responders for the affected site will be expected to assemble at pre-designated muster points. Communications protocols established in conjunction with the planned memoranda/agreements with associated 8tate(s) will be invoked to coordinate the dispatch of transportation appropriate for the specific event (e.g., helicopter, ATV, boat, etc.).

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SNC will also depend on the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) and implementation of the National Incident Response Plan to coordinate mutual from agencies in the event water or air assets are to transport emergency responders or equipment from a designated off-site location to the site.

The following agreements are already in-place for assistance and/or services:

.. Georgia Emergency Management Agency

.. South Carolina Emergency Management Division

.. Aiken County Emergency Management

.. Allendale County Emergency Management

.. Barnwell County Emergency Management

.. Burke County Emergency Management Agency

.. Department of Energy, Savannah River Office

.. Institute of Nuclear Power Operations (INPO)

RFI 5 - Identify any interim actions that have been taken or are planned prior to the completion of the staffing assessment.

SNC is currently initial on-shift ERO staffing at Plant Vogtle for design-basis conditions in response to the requirements of changes to 10CFR Part 50, Appendix E, Section 4(a)(i), by December 24, 201 Although limited to the time following a design-basis event initiation until the on-shift ERO is augmented, this is expected to provide an initial indication of the adequacy of staffing to respond to beyond design-basis events.

SNC plants routinely maintain a 3 day food supply in onsite Additionally, a purchase order has been issued for a dedicated supply of food and water to support an extended of emergency workers.