ML20247M920

Insp Rept 70-0036/98-02 on 980512-13.No Violations Noted. Major Areas Inspected:Selected Aspects of Licensee Physical Security Program

ML20247M920
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Site:	07000036
Issue date:	05/19/1998
From:	NRC OFFICE OF INSPECTION & ENFORCEMENT (IE REGION III)
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References
70-0036-98-02, 70-36-98-2, NUDOCS 9805260414
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U. S. NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION REGION lil Docket No.: 070-00036 License No.: SNM-33 Report No.: 070-00036/98002(DNMS) l Licensee: ABB Combustion Engineering l

1 Facility: Hematite Nuclear Fuel Manufacturing Facility Location: Combustion Engineering, Inc.

Hematite, MO 63047 Dates: May 12-13,1998 Inspector: James R. Kniceley, Physical Security Inspector j Approved by: Patrick L. Hiland, Chief Fuel Cycle Branch Division of Nuclear Materials Safety  ;

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SUMMARY

ABB Combustion Engineering Nuclear Fuel Manufacturing Facility Hematite, Missouri inspection Report 070-00036/98002(DNMS)

This inspection involved the review and observation of selected aspects the licensee's physical security program.

Security Proaram (81018, 81431) l l . The licensee's implementation of their physical security program, as identified in their l approved Physical Security Plan for Protection of Special Nuclear Material of Low Strategic Significance dated January 1997, Revision 3, was being effectively implemented.

. A Security Plan revision is needed to accurately reflect the Controlled Access Area l boundary.

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i Report Details 1.0 Security Proaram Review

a. Inspection Scope (81018,81431)

The inspector reviewed and discussed with the licensee the implementation of their j Physical Security Program. The areas reviewed and evaluated were deemed necessary I by the inspector using the inspection requirements contained in the above mentioned inspection procedures and the licensee's security plan and procedures. Sampling reviews included interviews, observations, and document reviews.

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b. Observations and Findinas On January 22,1997, the licensee submitted an update of their Physical Security Plan for Protection of Special Nuclear Material of Low Strategic Significance for the Combustion Engineering, Inc., Hematite facility. This update designated as Revision 3, was a complete replacement for the plan as amended through November,1992. The submission was made under the provisions of 10 CFR 70.32(e) and the changes did not I decrease the effectiveness of the plan. The plan was written and implemented to meet  !

the provisions of 10 CFR 73.67. )

l By NRC letter dated May 9,1997, the changes were found to be consistent with the I provisions of 10 CFR 70.32(e) and acceptable.

The inspector identified that the Controlled Access Area (CAA) fence boundary had been changed and enlarged due to the construction of a new storage building (Building # 231).

Specifically, Figure 1-3 and Table 1-1 did not identify the change to the CAA and the licensee's security plan needs to be revised to accurately depict the CAA boundary and the Buildings within the CAA. The licensee agreed that their plan needed to be revised and they will submit a plan revision. l The inspector reviewed two external audits, of the security program, conducted May 1996 and June 1997. The audits were performed not only to verify compliance with the Security Plan but to be proactive with recommendations to enhance the security program.

The audits showed that the licensee was in compliance with their Physical Security Plan.

Many observations and recommendations, which could improve security program performance were identified and were being implemented. The security officers were found to be professional and knowledgeable of their duties and responsibilities.

The inspector specifically reviewed the following program area inspection requirements:

(1) Use and Storage of Special Nuclear Material of Low Strategic Significance; (2) Access Control- Personnel and Vehicles; (3) Response; (4) Adequacy of Security Guard Procedures; (5) Control of Security related keys; (6) Controlled Access Area Boundary Demarcation and Condition; (7) Records and Documentation; and (8) Emergency Contingency Procedures. The licensee was found to be in compliance with NRC requirements within the areas inspected.

i l The following documents were reviewed to determine the licensee's compliance with security plan commitments:

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. Detex tapes and logs of guard tours

. Security Guard Daily Report

. Weekly Key control Logs

. Visitor Control Logs

. Vehicle Logs

. Security Guard Daily log l

. Emergency Procedure Manual l . Security Guard Procedure

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The licensee's security program met regulatory requirements and was being adequately I

implemented. Security and plant personnel were knowledgeable of security

! requirements. The licensee was actively working toward improving the security program.

2.0 Exit Meetina Summary The inspector met with the representatives and other staff throughout the inspection. The inspector summarized the scope and findings of the inspection.

PARTIAL LIST OF PERSONS CONTACTED Licensee l H. Eskridge, Senior Consultant Regulatory Affairs K. Hayes, industrial Safety Engineer / Security Manager B. Kaiser, Vice President E. Saito, Health Physicist B. Sharkey, Director of Regulatory Affairs INSPECTION PROCEDURES USED l lP 81018: Plans, Procedures and Rev;ews

! IP 81431: Fixed Site Physical Protection of Special Nuclear Material of Low Strategic l Significance 4

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