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Category:CORRESPONDENCE-LETTERS
MONTHYEAR05000482/LER-1999-002, Forwards LER 99-002-00,re Identification of Surveillance Performed in Modes Other than Those Required by TS SR 4.6.3.2.a.Commitments Made by Util Are Encl1999-10-15015 October 1999
Forwards LER 99-002-00,re Identification of Surveillance Performed in Modes Other than Those Required by TS SR 4.6.3.2.a.Commitments Made by Util Are Encl
05000482/LER-1994-014, Forwards LER 94-014-00 Re Util Identification of Missed Surveillance Required by TS Prior to Changing Modes.List of Commitments Made by Licensee,Encl1999-10-15015 October 1999
Forwards LER 94-014-00 Re Util Identification of Missed Surveillance Required by TS Prior to Changing Modes.List of Commitments Made by Licensee,Encl
ML20217F7481999-10-14014 October 1999
Informs That Based on Approval of Core Assessment Damage Guidance in WCAP-14696,rev 1 for Westinghouse Nuclear Power Plants,Licensee May Use WCAP-14696,rev 1 at Wolf Creek Generating Station
ML20217F8701999-10-13013 October 1999
Provides Summary of Meeting on 991007 with Representatives of Wolf Creek Nuclear Station in Burlington,Kansas Re Status of Licensee Radiation Protection Program.List of Meeting Attendees & Licensee Presentation Encl
ML20217C1721999-10-0707 October 1999
Forwards Insp Rept 50-482/99-09 on 990830-0903.No Violations Noted.Purpose of Insp to Perform Routine Operational Status Insp of Emergency Preparedness Program & to Resolve Questions Re Revised Emergency Plan
ML20217A4881999-09-29029 September 1999
Forwards Changes to Plant Data Point Library,Iaw 10CFR50,App E,Section VI.3.a.ERDS Point Affected Is RDS0001
ML20216H9291999-09-29029 September 1999
Informs That Licensee Responses to GL 97-06, Degradation of Steam Generator Internals Acceptable & Did Not Identify Any New Concerns with Condition of SG Intervals at Plant
ML20212G1681999-09-24024 September 1999
Notifies NRC of Change in Status of Licensed Individual at Plant,Per 10CFR50.74.RL Acree Holds License OP-42654 at Plant,But Has Been Permanently Reassigned from Position for Which Plant Has Certified Need for RO License
ML20216F9591999-09-22022 September 1999
Forwards Withdrawal of Amend Request Re Ultimate Heat Sink Temp for Wolf Creek Generating Station
ML20212G5641999-09-20020 September 1999
Forwards Insp Rept 50-482/99-13 on 990725-0904.Three Violations Being Treated as Noncited Violations
05000482/LER-1999-011, Forwards LER 99-011-00 Re Identification of Missed Surveillance Due to Exceeding Flow Rate Specified in TS for Ccps.List of Util Commitments Contained in Attachment I1999-09-17017 September 1999
Forwards LER 99-011-00 Re Identification of Missed Surveillance Due to Exceeding Flow Rate Specified in TS for Ccps.List of Util Commitments Contained in Attachment I
05000482/LER-1999-010, Forwards LER 99-010-00,re Failure to Correctly Perform TS Surveillance 4.3.3.6.Encl Identifies Actions Committed to by Util1999-09-16016 September 1999
Forwards LER 99-010-00,re Failure to Correctly Perform TS Surveillance 4.3.3.6.Encl Identifies Actions Committed to by Util
ML20212D9381999-09-16016 September 1999
Informs That NRC Staff Completed Midcycle PPR of WCGS on 990818.Areas of EP & Engineering Warranted Increase in NRC Action.Nrc Plan to Conduct Add Insp Beyond Core Insp Program Over Next 7 Months to Address Listed Questions
05000482/LER-1999-006, Forwards LER 99-006-01,re Identification of Failure to Enter LCO for TS 3.6.1.1 While Taking Containment Atmosphere Samples During Power Operation.Commitments Made by Util Are Encl1999-09-15015 September 1999
Forwards LER 99-006-01,re Identification of Failure to Enter LCO for TS 3.6.1.1 While Taking Containment Atmosphere Samples During Power Operation.Commitments Made by Util Are Encl
ML20212C9211999-09-15015 September 1999
Forwards NRC Form 536, Operating Licensing Examination Data, in Response to NRC Administrative Ltr 99-03
ML20216F1641999-09-14014 September 1999
Forwards Insp Rept 50-482/99-12 on 990816-20.No Violation Noted.Determined That Solid Radwaste Mgt & Radioactive Matls Transportation Programs Were Properly Implemented
05000482/LER-1999-009, Forwards LER 99-009-00 Re Util Identification of Fire Suppression Issue Affecting Safe Shutdown Components. Attachment I Identifies Actions Committed to by Licensee in Encl LER1999-09-10010 September 1999
Forwards LER 99-009-00 Re Util Identification of Fire Suppression Issue Affecting Safe Shutdown Components. Attachment I Identifies Actions Committed to by Licensee in Encl LER
ML20212A5651999-09-10010 September 1999
Informs of Completion of Review of & Encl Objectives for Wolf Creek Generating Station 1999 Emergency Preparedness Exercise Scheduled for 991117.Determined Exercise Objectives Appropriate to Meet EP Requirements
05000482/LER-1999-008, Forwards LER 99-008-00,re Efsa at Plant.Attachment I Identifies Actions Committed to by Licensee in LER1999-09-0303 September 1999
Forwards LER 99-008-00,re Efsa at Plant.Attachment I Identifies Actions Committed to by Licensee in LER
ML20211M7151999-09-0303 September 1999
Forwards Changes to Wolf Creek Generating Station Data Point Library.Emergency Response Data Sys Points Affected Are EJL0007 & EJL0008
ML20211N0081999-09-0202 September 1999
Informs That NRC Staff Has Reviewed Submittals & Concluded Util Adequately Addressed Actions Requested in GL 95-07, Pressure Locking & Thermal Binding of Safety-Related Power- Operated Gate Valves
ML20211K8301999-09-0202 September 1999
Forwards marked-up TS Page Deleting Inequality Signs from Trip Setpoints in SR 3.3.5.3 & Reflecting Info on Calibr Tolerance Band,Per 990708 Application to Amend License NPF-42
ML20211K1941999-08-31031 August 1999
Forwards Rev 31 to WCGS Physical Security Plan,Safeguards Contingency Plan & Training & Qualification Plan,Iaw 10CFR50.54(p).Encl Withheld,Per 10CFR73.21
ML20211H1491999-08-26026 August 1999
Forwards Insp Rept 50-482/99-16 on 990809-13.No Violations Noted.Insp Focused on Low as Is Reasonably Achievable Program,Training Program for Contract Radiation Protection Personnel & Radiation Protection QA Program
ML20211A8581999-08-18018 August 1999
Forwards Insp Rept 50-482/99-08 on 990316-0724.One Violation Being Treated as Noncited Violation
ML20211G2201999-08-17017 August 1999
Forwards Exam Rept 50-482/99-301 on 990726-29.Exam Evaluated Six Applicants for SO Licenses & Three Applicants for RO Licenses
ML20210U0991999-08-13013 August 1999
Forwards Insp Rept 50-482/99-11 on 990712-16.No Violations Noted.Insp Was to Review Radiological Environ Monitoring Program
ML20210U9751999-08-13013 August 1999
Informs That Licensee Identified That Answer Key for One Question on 990720 Written Exam & Event Classification for on Job Performance Measure Required Mod.Description & Justification for Proposed Mod,Including Technical Ref,Encl
ML20211A9501999-08-12012 August 1999
Discusses 990720-21 Workshop Conducted in Region IV Ofc,Re Exchange of Info in Area of Use of Risk Insights in Regulatory Activities.List of Attendees,Summary of Topic & Issues,Agenda & Copies of Handouts Encl
ML20210R5621999-08-12012 August 1999
Forwards Monthly Operating Rept for July 1999 for Wolf Creek Generating Station,Per TS 6.9.1.8 & GL 97-02.Revised Repts for Apr,May & June 1999,correcting Number of Hours Reactor Critical,Encl
ML20210P7491999-08-0909 August 1999
Ack Receipt of ,Which Transmitted Wolf Creek Radiological Emergency Response Plan 06-002,Rev 0,under Provisions of 10CFR50,App E,Section V
ML20210N0061999-08-0303 August 1999
Forwards Response to NRC 990401 RAI Re GL 95-07, Pressure Locking & Thermal Binding of SR Motor-Operated Gate Valves
ML20210L1461999-08-0303 August 1999
Informs That NRC Plans to Administer Gfes of Written Operator Licensing Exam on 991006.Requests Submittal of Ltr Identifying Individuals Taking Exam,Personnel Allowed Access to Exams & Mailing Address for Exams
ML20210H2551999-07-29029 July 1999
Provides 180-day Response to NRC Request for Info Re GL 99-02, Lab Testing of Nuclear-Grade Activated Charcoal
ML20210J1371999-07-29029 July 1999
Requests NRC Approval of Methodology for Determining RCS Pressure & Temp & Overpressure Mitigation Sys PORV Limits. Attachment I Provides Proposed Changes to Improved TS
ML20210F5931999-07-27027 July 1999
Forwards semi-annual Fitness for Duty Performance Data Rept for Wcnoc,Per 10CFR26.71(d).Rept Covers Period of 990101- 0630
ML20210F5881999-07-23023 July 1999
Submits Response to Administrative Ltr 99-02, Operator Reactor Licensing Action Estimates,
ML20210B8191999-07-20020 July 1999
Ack Receipt of ,Which Transmitted Wolf Creek EP Implementing Procedure 06-005,Rev 1.Implementation of Changes Will Be Subj to Insp to Confirm That Changes Does Not Decrease Effectiveness of EP
ML20209H5411999-07-15015 July 1999
Forwards Insp Rept 50-482/99-07 on 990614-18.No Violations Noted.Insp Focused on Radiation Program During Normal Operating Conditions
ML20209H0441999-07-14014 July 1999
Forwards Response to NRC 990326 RAI Re GL 96-05, Periodic Verification of Design-Basis Capability of Safety-Related Movs. Summary of Util Commitments Provided in Attachment 2
ML20209H0751999-07-14014 July 1999
Forwards Monthly Operating Rept for June 1999 for Wolf Creek Generating Station,Per TS 6.9.1.8 & GL 97-02.Max Dependable Capacity Has Been Updated from 1163 to 1170,as Determined by Calculations Based on Capacity Test Results of July 1998
ML20209G9871999-07-14014 July 1999
Informs of Changes Affecting Wolf Creek Security Plan,Per 10CFR50.54(p)(2).Encl Provides Description of Changes & Justification for Changes
ML20209E3581999-07-12012 July 1999
Discusses Util 980925 Response to GL 92-01,Rev 1,Suppl 1, Rv Structural Integrity, Issued on 950519 to Wolf Creek Generating Station
ML20209E0611999-07-0808 July 1999
Forwards Addl Pages to Rev 12 of USAR & Commitment Changes, Inadvertently Omitted from 990311 Submittal
ML20196K8231999-07-0606 July 1999
Submits Kansas Electric Power Cooperative,Inc Ltr Pursuant to Commission Direction in Memo & Order CLI-99-19.Addresses Disposition of Existing Antitrust Conditions Attached to License for Wolf Creek Unit 1 Re Proposed License Transfer
ML20209C6031999-07-0606 July 1999
Provides Applicants View as Result of 990618 Memo & Order Directing Parties to Address Proper Disposition of Existing Antitrust License Condition Attached to OL for Facility Due to Planned Changes in Ownership of Facility.With Svc List
ML20196K0501999-07-0202 July 1999
Forwards Insp Rept 50-482/99-06 on 990502-0612.Three Violations Occurred & Being Treated as Noncited Violations, Consistent with App C of Enforcement Policy
ML20209B7131999-07-0101 July 1999
Submits Response to NRC Request for Info Re GL 98-01, Suppl 1, Y2K Readiness of Computer Sys at Npps. Response on Status of Facility Y2K Readiness Was Requested by 990701.Disclosure Encl
ML20209A7461999-06-29029 June 1999
Informs of Changes in Project Mgt Staff Assigned to Wcgs. Effective 990628,J Donohew Will Assume PM Responsibilities
ML20209B5151999-06-29029 June 1999
Informs That Util Completed Analyses & Modifications to Address Items Discussed in GL 96-06, Assurance of Equipment Operability & Containment Integrity During Design-Basis Accident Conditions
1999-09-03
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Category:OUTGOING CORRESPONDENCE
MONTHYEARML20217F7481999-10-14014 October 1999
Informs That Based on Approval of Core Assessment Damage Guidance in WCAP-14696,rev 1 for Westinghouse Nuclear Power Plants,Licensee May Use WCAP-14696,rev 1 at Wolf Creek Generating Station
ML20217F8701999-10-13013 October 1999
Provides Summary of Meeting on 991007 with Representatives of Wolf Creek Nuclear Station in Burlington,Kansas Re Status of Licensee Radiation Protection Program.List of Meeting Attendees & Licensee Presentation Encl
ML20217C1721999-10-0707 October 1999
Forwards Insp Rept 50-482/99-09 on 990830-0903.No Violations Noted.Purpose of Insp to Perform Routine Operational Status Insp of Emergency Preparedness Program & to Resolve Questions Re Revised Emergency Plan
ML20216H9291999-09-29029 September 1999
Informs That Licensee Responses to GL 97-06, Degradation of Steam Generator Internals Acceptable & Did Not Identify Any New Concerns with Condition of SG Intervals at Plant
ML20216F9591999-09-22022 September 1999
Forwards Withdrawal of Amend Request Re Ultimate Heat Sink Temp for Wolf Creek Generating Station
ML20212G5641999-09-20020 September 1999
Forwards Insp Rept 50-482/99-13 on 990725-0904.Three Violations Being Treated as Noncited Violations
ML20212D9381999-09-16016 September 1999
Informs That NRC Staff Completed Midcycle PPR of WCGS on 990818.Areas of EP & Engineering Warranted Increase in NRC Action.Nrc Plan to Conduct Add Insp Beyond Core Insp Program Over Next 7 Months to Address Listed Questions
ML20216F1641999-09-14014 September 1999
Forwards Insp Rept 50-482/99-12 on 990816-20.No Violation Noted.Determined That Solid Radwaste Mgt & Radioactive Matls Transportation Programs Were Properly Implemented
ML20212A5651999-09-10010 September 1999
Informs of Completion of Review of & Encl Objectives for Wolf Creek Generating Station 1999 Emergency Preparedness Exercise Scheduled for 991117.Determined Exercise Objectives Appropriate to Meet EP Requirements
ML20211N0081999-09-0202 September 1999
Informs That NRC Staff Has Reviewed Submittals & Concluded Util Adequately Addressed Actions Requested in GL 95-07, Pressure Locking & Thermal Binding of Safety-Related Power- Operated Gate Valves
ML20211H1491999-08-26026 August 1999
Forwards Insp Rept 50-482/99-16 on 990809-13.No Violations Noted.Insp Focused on Low as Is Reasonably Achievable Program,Training Program for Contract Radiation Protection Personnel & Radiation Protection QA Program
ML20211A8581999-08-18018 August 1999
Forwards Insp Rept 50-482/99-08 on 990316-0724.One Violation Being Treated as Noncited Violation
ML20211G2201999-08-17017 August 1999
Forwards Exam Rept 50-482/99-301 on 990726-29.Exam Evaluated Six Applicants for SO Licenses & Three Applicants for RO Licenses
ML20210U0991999-08-13013 August 1999
Forwards Insp Rept 50-482/99-11 on 990712-16.No Violations Noted.Insp Was to Review Radiological Environ Monitoring Program
ML20211A9501999-08-12012 August 1999
Discusses 990720-21 Workshop Conducted in Region IV Ofc,Re Exchange of Info in Area of Use of Risk Insights in Regulatory Activities.List of Attendees,Summary of Topic & Issues,Agenda & Copies of Handouts Encl
ML20210P7491999-08-0909 August 1999
Ack Receipt of ,Which Transmitted Wolf Creek Radiological Emergency Response Plan 06-002,Rev 0,under Provisions of 10CFR50,App E,Section V
ML20210L1461999-08-0303 August 1999
Informs That NRC Plans to Administer Gfes of Written Operator Licensing Exam on 991006.Requests Submittal of Ltr Identifying Individuals Taking Exam,Personnel Allowed Access to Exams & Mailing Address for Exams
ML20210B8191999-07-20020 July 1999
Ack Receipt of ,Which Transmitted Wolf Creek EP Implementing Procedure 06-005,Rev 1.Implementation of Changes Will Be Subj to Insp to Confirm That Changes Does Not Decrease Effectiveness of EP
ML20209H5411999-07-15015 July 1999
Forwards Insp Rept 50-482/99-07 on 990614-18.No Violations Noted.Insp Focused on Radiation Program During Normal Operating Conditions
ML20209E3581999-07-12012 July 1999
Discusses Util 980925 Response to GL 92-01,Rev 1,Suppl 1, Rv Structural Integrity, Issued on 950519 to Wolf Creek Generating Station
ML20196K0501999-07-0202 July 1999
Forwards Insp Rept 50-482/99-06 on 990502-0612.Three Violations Occurred & Being Treated as Noncited Violations, Consistent with App C of Enforcement Policy
ML20209A7461999-06-29029 June 1999
Informs of Changes in Project Mgt Staff Assigned to Wcgs. Effective 990628,J Donohew Will Assume PM Responsibilities
ML20195G3451999-06-0909 June 1999
Ack Receipt of Ltr Dtd 990105,which Transmitted Wolf Creek Emergency Plan Form Apf 06-002-01 Emergency Action Levels, Rev 0,dtd 990105,under Provisions of 10CFR50,App E,Section V.No Violations of 10CFR50.54(q) Identified During Review
ML20195D5111999-06-0202 June 1999
Forwards Safety Evaluation Authorizing Inservice Inspection Program Alternative for Limited Reactor Vessel Shell Weld Exam & Relief Request from Requirements of ASME Code,Section XI for Wolf Creek Generating Station
ML20207E2791999-05-25025 May 1999
Announces Corrective Action Program Insp at Wolf Creek Reactor Facility,Scheduled for 990816-20.Insp Will Evaluate Effectiveness of Activities for Identifying,Resolving & Preventing Issues That Degrade Quality of Plant Operations
ML20207A8681999-05-25025 May 1999
Informs That NRC Ofc of NRR Reorganized Effective 990328. as Part of Reorganization,Division of Licensing Project Mgt Created
ML20207A3491999-05-21021 May 1999
Forwards Insp Rept 50-482/99-03 on 990321-0501.Four NCVs Noted
ML20206H3901999-05-0707 May 1999
Informs That on 990407,NRC Administered Generic Fundamentals Exam Section of Written Operator Licensing Exam.Licensee Facility Did Not Participate in Exam,However Copy of Master Exam with Answer Key Encl for Info.Without Encl
ML20206H5941999-05-0505 May 1999
Forwards Insp Rept 50-482/99-04 on 990405-09.No Violations Noted.Scope of Inspection Included Review of Implementation of Licensee Inservice Insp Program for Wolf Creek Facility Refueling Outage 10
ML20206H2891999-04-30030 April 1999
Forwards Exemption from Requirements of 10CFR50.60, Acceptance Criteria for Fracture Prevention Measures for Lightwater Nuclear Power Reactors for Normal Operation, for Wcgs.Exemption Related to Application
ML20205L8541999-04-0909 April 1999
Forwards Insp Rept 50-482/99-02 on 990207-0320.Five Violations Identified & Being Treated as Noncited Violations
ML20205J3371999-04-0606 April 1999
Forwards Request for Addl Info Re Wolf Creek Generating Station IPEEE & 971208 Response to RAI from NRC Re Ipeee. RAI & Schedule for Response Were Discussed with T Harris on 990405
ML20205K4451999-04-0303 April 1999
Ack Receipt of Informing NRC of Steps Taken to Correct Violations Noted in Insp Rept 50-482/98-05 & of Need for Larger Scope of Review for Planned C/As for Violation 50-482/98-05,which Requires Extending Completion Time
ML20205H7091999-04-0202 April 1999
Discusses 990325 Meeting at Plant in Burlington,Ks to Discuss Results of PPR Completed on 990211
ML20205G5851999-04-0101 April 1999
Forwards RAI Re Licensee 960214 Submittal of 180-day Response to GL 95-07, Pressure Locking & Thermal Binding of Safety-Related Power-Operated Gate Valves, for Plant. Response Requested within 120 Days of Receipt of Ltr
ML20205C2101999-03-26026 March 1999
Informs That NRC Staff Reviewed WCNOC 960918,970317 & 980429 Responses to GL 96-05, Periodic Verification of Design- Basis Capability of Safety-Related Movs. Forwards RAI Re MOV Program Implemented at Wolf Creek Generating Station
ML20204H7571999-03-23023 March 1999
Discusses WCNOC 990202 Proposed Rev to Response to GL 81-07, Control of Heavy Loads, for Wcgs.Rev Would Make Reactor Building Analyses Consistent with TS & Change Commitment Not to Allow Polar Crane Hook Over Open Rv.Revs Approved
ML20205A4221999-03-19019 March 1999
Advises of Planned Insp Effort Resulting from Wolf Creek Plant Performance Review for Period 980419-990125. Historical Listing of Plant Issues & Details of NRC Insp Plan for Next 8 Months Encl
ML20207L5941999-03-0404 March 1999
Informs That Staff Accepts Util 981210 Requested Approval for Use of ASME Code,Section III Code Case N-611, Use of Stress Limits as Alternative to Pressure Limits,Section III, Div 1,Subsection NC/ND-3500, for Certain Valve Components
ML20207F3121999-03-0303 March 1999
Informs That Info Provided in Entitled, Addl Info Requested for Topics Discussed During Oct 14-15 Meeting, from Wcnoc,Marked as Proprietary Will Be Withheld from Public Disclosure Per 10CFR2.790(b)(5)
ML20207F4491999-03-0303 March 1999
Forwards Signed Copy of Updated Computer Access & Operating Agreement Between NRC & Wcnoc,Per
ML20207F0411999-02-26026 February 1999
Informs That KM Thomas Will Resume Project Mgt Responsibilities for Wcngs,Effective 990301
ML20206U6131999-02-0202 February 1999
Forwards Draft SER on Proposed Conversion of Current TSs for Wolf Creek Generating Station to Improved Tss.Encl Draft SER Being Provided for Review to Verify Accuracy & to Prepare Certified Improved TSs
ML20202B7391999-01-26026 January 1999
Forwards Insp Rept 50-482/99-01 on 990111-14.No Violations Noted.Nrc Understands That During 990114 Exit Meeting,Vice President,Operations/Chief Operating Officer Stated That Util Would Revise Security Plan
ML20199H4671999-01-15015 January 1999
Forwards Insp Rept 50-482/98-20 on 981115-1226.No Violations Noted.Conduct at Wolf Creek Generally Characterized by safety-conscious Operations & Sound Maintenance Activities
ML20199B0591999-01-11011 January 1999
Forwards Y2K Readiness Audit Rept for Wolf Creek Nuclear Generating Station.Purpose of Audit Was to Assess Effectiveness of Wolf Creek Nuclear Operating Corp Programs for Achieving Y2K Readiness
ML20199A0991998-12-29029 December 1998
Informs That on 981202,NRC Staff Completed Insp Planning Review (Ipr) of WCGS & Advises of Planned Insp Effort Resulting from Ipr.Forwards Historical Listing of Plant Issues,Referred to Plant Issues Matrix
IR 05000482/19980121998-12-18018 December 1998
Ack Receipt of Informing NRC of Steps Taken to Correct Violations Noted in Insp Rept 50-482/98-12.NRC Have Withdrawn Violation 50-482/98-12-02 for First Example Re Procedure AP 05-0001
ML20198B2701998-12-16016 December 1998
Informs That Staff Has Incorporated Rev of Bases for TS 3/4.7.1.2, Afs Into WCGS Tss,Per 981108 Request.Rev Specifies Essential SWS Requirements for turbine-driven Afs. Overleaf Pages Provided to Maintain Document Completeness
ML20196K0321998-12-0808 December 1998
Informs That Staff Has Incorporated Rev of Bases for TS 3/4.4.4, Relief Valves, Requested by .Rev Clarifies Bases to Be Consistent with Amend 63 to Wolf Creek TSs .Rev Acceptable.Bases Page Encl
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Otto L. Maynard, President and
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Wolf Creek Nuclear Operating Corporation
P.O. Box 411
Burlington, Kansas 66839
SUBJECT: NRC INSPECTION REPORT 50-482/9719 AND NOTICE OF VIOLATION
Dear Mr. Maynard:
An NRC inspection was conducted September 22 through November 2,1997, at your Wolf
Creek Generating Station reactor facility. The enclosed report presents the scope and
results of that inspection.
During this inspection, five cited violations of NRC requirements were identified in the
areas of operations, maintenance, and plant support. Violation A involved the use of an
uncontrolled operator aid. Violations B and C involved instances where mahtenance
personnel f ailed to comply with your procedures. Violation D involved radiation workers
failing to comply with your radiation protection program requirements. Human
performance in the radiation protection area was among the problem areas discussed with
you in a management meeting at Wolf Creek on November 14,1997. Violation E involved
the f ailure of your staff to perform effectiveness followup reviews for significant
performance improvement requests.
These violations are cited in the enclosed Notice of Violation (Notice) and the
circumstances surrounding the violations are described in detail in the enclosed report.
Please note that you are required to respond to this letter and should follcw the
instructions specified in the enclosed Notice when preparing your response. The NRC will
use your response, in part, to determine whether further enforcement action is necessary
to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
In accordance with 10 CFR 2.790 of the NRC's " Rules of Practice," a copy of this letter,
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To the extent possible, your response should not include any personal privacy, proprietary,
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Docket No.: 50-482
License No.: NPF-42
Enclosures:
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Chief Operating Officer
Wolf Creek Nuclear Operating Corp.
P.O. Box 411
Burlington, Kansas 66839
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Shaw, Pittman, Potts & Trowbridge
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Washington, D.C. 20037
Supervisor Licensing
Wolf Creek Nuclear Operating Corp.
P.O. Box 411
Burlington, Kansas 66839
Chief Engineer
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Kansas Corporation Commission
1500 SW Arrowhead Rd.
Topeka, Kansas 66604-4027
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= DRP Di'ector ' SRI (Callaway, RIV)
Branch Chief (DRP/B) DRS-PSB
Project Engineer (DRP/B) MIS System
Branch Chief (DRP/TSS) RIV File
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