ML20247K030

Insp Repts 50-313/98-14 & 50-368/98-14 on 980427-0501. Violations Noted.Major Areas Inspected:Access Authorization, Alarm Stations,Communications,Access Control of Personnel & Packages & Vehicles

ML20247K030
Person / Time
Site:	Arkansas Nuclear
Issue date:	05/08/1998
From:	NRC OFFICE OF INSPECTION & ENFORCEMENT (IE REGION IV)
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ML20247K023	List: ML20247K018 ML20247K026 ML20247K030
References
50-313-98-14, 50-368-98-14, NUDOCS 9805220003
Download: ML20247K030 (11)

See also: IR 05000313/1998014

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ENCLOSURE 2

U.S. NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION

REGION IV

Docket Nos.: 50-313

50-368

License Nos.: DPR-51

NPF-6

Report No.: 50-313/98-14

50-368/98-14

Licensee: Entergy Operations, Inc.

Facility: Arkansas Nuclear One, Units 1 and 2

Location: Junction of Hwy. 64W and Hwy. 333 South

Russellville, Arkansas

Dates: April 27 through May 1,1998

Inspector: D. Schaefer, Security Specialist, Plant Support Branch

Approved By: Blaine Murray, Chief, Plant Support Branch

Division of Reactor Safety

Attachment: Supplemental Information

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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Arkansas Nuclear One, Units 1 and 2

NRC Inspection Report 50-313/98-14; 50-368/98-14

This was an announced inspection of the licensee's physical security program. The areas

inspected included access authorization; alarm stations; communications; access control of

personnel, packages and vehicles; assessment aids; security program plans and procedures;

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security event loge; management support; security program audits; and miscellaneous security

and safeguards isuues.

Plant Support

Performance in the physical security area remained very good with'no overall trend; one

violation was identified with the security alarm system. Alarm stations were redundant.

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maintained. A very good program for searching personnel, packages, and vehicles was

maintained. Assessment aids provided a high quality and complete assessment of the

perimeter detection zones. Changes to security programs and plans were reported

within the required time frame. A very good security event reporting program was in

l place, Senior management support for the security organization was very good. The

annual audit of the security program was adequate, (Sections S1.2, S1.3, S1.4, S2.1,

S3.1, S3.2, S6.1, and S7.1)

Background investigation screening files were complete and thorough. A very good

program had been established for denying, revoking, and appealing unescorted access

authorization. (Section S1,1)

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A violation was identified involving the licensee's failure to provide an audible feature for

one of the security alarm systems. Only a visual alarm signal had been provided.

(Section S1.2)

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Report Details

IV. Plant Suppo.d

S1 Conduct of Security and Safeguards Activities

Sl.1 Access Authorization

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a. Insoection Scoce (81700-02.01)

The Access Authorization Program was inspected to determine compliance with the

requirements of the security plan and Regulatory Guide 5.66. The areas inspected )

included the review of background investigation files for individuals presently granted I

unescorted access and for individuals that had been denied unescorted access. Seven

background investigation files were reviewed.

b. Observations and Findinas

The inspector reviewed records and conducted interviews to determine the adequacy of

the program. The inspector also reviewed information concerning the licensee's

verification of identity, employment history, educational history, credit history, criminal

history, military service, and the character and reputation of the applicants before

granting individuals unescorted access to protected and vital areas.

Two of the seven background investigation files had resulted in denial of access. The

files were complete and thorough. The licensee's program for denying or revoking

unescorted access authorization was very good. The inspector reviewed the rationale

used by the licensee in its decision for denial. The persons denied accesses were

notified of the denial of access and of their right to review and reply to anything in the

records used as a reason for the access denial. These persons were also provided with

information on the appeal process that was available to them.

During the exit meeting on May 1,1998, the inspector identified that the licensee had

initiated the following improvements in the access authorization program:

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The security questionnaire, completed by all applicants seeking unescorted plant

access, had been expanded to include a new criminal history form. The new

history form provided a stronger basis for evaluating the trustworthiness of all

applicants.

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Implementation of an Adjudication Matrix for the adjudication of criminal history

information. This new matrix provided a consistent basis for denial of unescorted

access authorization.

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c. Conclusions

Background investigation screening files were complete and thorough. A very good

program had been established for denying, revoking, and appealing unescorted access

authorization. Recent improvements in the access authorization program provided a

stronger basis for evaluating the trustworthiness of applicants and also provided a more

consistent basis for denial of unescorted access authorization.

S1.2 Alarm stations

I a. Insoection Scoon (81700-02.01)

The alarm stations were inspected to determine comphance with the requirements of the

security plan. The areas inspected included the requirements and capabilities of the

alarm stations, redundancy and diversity of stations, protection of the alarm stations, and

systems security.

b. Observations and Findinas

The inspector verified the redundancy and diversity of the alarm stations. Action by one

alarm station operator could not reduce the effectiveness of the security systems without

the knowledge of the other alarm station operators. The central alarm station and

l secondary alarm station were bullet resistant. The inspector questioned the station

l operators and determined that they were properly trained and knowledgeable of their

duties.

License Condition 2.c(4) (Units 1 and 2) of the licensee's facility operating licenses

requires, in part, that the licensee fully implement and maintain in effect all provisions of

the Commission-approved physical security plan, including amendments made pursuant

to the authority of 10 CFR 50.54(p) and 10 CFR 50.90.

Section 3.2.1.4 of the licensee's industrial Security Plan requires, in part, that the

licensee's intrusion detection system provides an audible and visible alarm signal upon

recognizing that an unauthorized access attempt is made using an invalid key card in a

card reader,

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On April 30,1998, the inspector determined that the licensee's intrusion detection system i

failed to provide an audible alarm signal upon recognizing that an individual had used an I

invalid key card in an attempt to enter security card reader door No. 502. The intrusion

detection system had provided only a visible alarm signal. The licensee stated that the

original design of this portion of the intrusion detection system had not included an

audible alarm.

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The failure of the intrusion alarm system to provide an audible signal upon recognizing

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invalid key card, is a violation of Section 3.2.1.4 of the industrial security plan. l

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c. Conclusions

The alarm stations were redund?nt and well protected. Alarm station operators were

alert and well trained. A violation was identified involving the failure of the intrusion alarm

system to provide an audible alarm signal upon recognizing that an unauthorized

individual had used an invalid key card in a security card reader door. Only a visual

alarm signal had been provided.

S1.3 Communications

a. Insoection Scooe (81700-02.01)

The communication capabilities were inspected to determine compliance with the

requirements of the security plan. The areas inspected included the operability of radio

and telephone systems and the capability to effectively communicate with the local law

enforcement agencies through both of the systems.

b. Observations and Findinas

The inspector verified that the licensee had very good radio and telephone systems

capable of meeting all communication requirements of the security organization. The

licensee maintained an adequate number of portable radios for use by members of the

security organization. The licensee also had a maintenance program to insure that the

batteries for the portable radios remained at maximum operating power.

c. Conclusions

Very good radio and telephone communication systems were maintained. An adequate

number of portable radios was available for members of the security organization.

S1.4 Protected Area Access Control of Personnel. Packaaes and Vehicles

a. Insoection Scoce (81700-02.01)

The access control program for personnel, packages and vehicles was inspected to

determine compliance with the requirements of the security plan.

b. Observations and Findinas

The inspector determined through observations at the main and secondary guard

stations and at the vehicle sallyport that the licensee properly controlled access of

personnel, packages, and vehicles to the protected area. The protected area access

control equipment was inspected and found to be functional and well maintained. The

inspector also observed use of the X-ray machine and search of packages and material.

The operators were efficient and well trained.

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c. Conclusions i

A very good prograni for searching personnel, packages and vehicles was maintained. '

S2 Status of Security Facilities and Ecujoment j

S2.1 Assessment Aids

a. Insoection Scooe (81700-02.02)

The inspector reviewed the assessment aids to determine compliance with the physical

security plan. The areas inspected included the closed-circuit television monitors located

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in the alarm stations.

b. Observations and Findings

The inspector observed the assessment aids during the hours of daylight from

April 29-30,1998, and determined that the licensee overall assessment aids system was I

very good. The inspector verified through observation that the fixed closed-circuit

television cameras were positioned to ensure proper coverage of the perimeter security

alarm zones. Without exception, the camera resolution was very good. The inspector

determined through interviews that licensee technicians provided excellent service

support.

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c. Conclusions

Assessment aids provided a high quality and complete assessment of the perimeter

detection zones.

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l a. Insoection Scoce (81700-02.03)

The physical security plan and the implementing procedures were inspected to

determine compliance with the requirements of 10 CFR 50.54(p) and the physical

security plan.

b. Observations and Findings

The inspector determined that previous plan changes were submitted within the required

time frame and changes submitted did not reduce the effectiveness of the plan. The

inspector reviewed four implementing procedures for adequacy, ensured that the

licensee maintained an effective management system for the development and

administration of procedures and that changes to the procedures did not reduce the

effectiveness of the licensee's security program.

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c. Conclusions

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Changes to security programs and plans were reported within the required time frame.

Overall, implementing procedures met the performance requirements in the physical

security plan.

S3.2 Security Event Loos

a. Insoection Scooe (81700-02.03)

The inspector reviewed safeguards event logs and security incident reports to determine

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physical security plan,

b. Observations and Findinas

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The inspector reviewed the Safeguards Event Logs from December 1,1997 through

j April 22,1998. The records were available for review and maintained for the time

l required by regulations. The inspector determined that the licensee conformed to the

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reviewed five Security incident Reports. The logs and supporting reports were accurate,

neat, and contained sufficient detail for the reviewer to determine deportability and

corrective action taken. The licensee's records included trending and analysis of events.

c. Conclusions

A very good security event reporting program was in place. The security staff was

correctly reporting security events. The security incident reports were accurate and neat.  ;

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S6 Security Organization and Administration

S6.1 Manaaement Suooort

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a. Insoection Scooe (81700-02.06)

The effectiveness and adequacy of management support were inspected to determine

the degree of management support for the physical security program.

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The inspector determined by discussions with security force personnel that the security l

program received very good support from senior management. The inspector

determined that the security program was implemented by a trained and qualified

security staff. All members of the security organization had a clear understanding of their  !

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c. Conclusions

Senior management support for the security organization was very good. The security

program was implemented by a trained and qualified staff.

S7 Quality Assurance in Security and Safeguards Activities

S7.1 Security Proaram Audits

a. Insoection Scooe (81700-02.07)

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The audits of the security program were inspected to determine compliance with the

requirements of 10 CFR 50.54(p) and the physical security plan. ,

b. Observations and Findinas

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The inspector verified that security program audits, access authorization, and

fitness-for-duty audits had been conducted at least every 12 months. The inspector

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reviewed the two security and access authorization / fitness-for-duty audits listed in the

attachment. The inspector interviewed audit personnel and confirmed that they were

independent of plant security management and plant security management supervision.

The inspector determined that the audit of the Security Plan and Contingency Plan,

reviewed the multiple areas of the overall security program.

During the exit meeting, the inspector stated that while the conduct of the annual security

audit was adequate, there were several areas of the annual security program audit that

were compliance-based versus performance-based.

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The annual audit of the security program was adequate, but would have been

considered more effective had it been more performance based.

S8 Miscellaneous Security and Safeguards issues (92700)

S8.1 Information Notice 98-05: Criminal Historv Record Information

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Information Notice 98-05, dated February 11,1998, was issued to alert licensees to a

recent clarification of the legal constraints associated with Criminal History Record

information from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). Speci#ically, the FBI has  !

i reiterated its position that this information provided by the FBI to the NRC and its

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During this inspection, the licensee indicated that they had received this Notice and had

reviewed it for applicability. Additionally, the inspector reviewed the licensee's corporate

security department instruction CS-DI-04," Processing of Criminal History Record

Information," Revision 0, which included information contained in the information notice.

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V. Management Meetinas

XI Exit Meeting Summary

The inspector presented the inspection results to members of licensee management at

the conclusion of the inspection on May 1,1998. The licensee acknowledged the

findings presented.

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SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

PARTIAL LIST OF PERSONS CONTACTED

Licensee

C. Anderson, Plant Manager, Unit 2

G. Ashley, Licensing Supervisor

D. Barnhouse, Security Supervisor

H. Cooper, Manager, Corporate Security

M. Cooper, Licensing Specialist

R. Dawdy, Security Coordinator, Corporate Security

D. Denton, Director, Support

K. Jeffery, Security Coordinator

D. Fowler, Supervisor, Quality Assurance

M. Higgins, Supervisor, Security Operations

R. Hutchinson, Vice President

D. James, Acting Director, Nuclear Safety

K. Tate, Supervisor, Security Access Authorization

J. Vandergriff, Director, Quality

P. Weaver, Quality Assurance

T. Weir, Manager, Site Business Services

H. Williams Jr., Superintendent, Plant Security

Contractor

K. Hubbard, Manager, Wackenhut Security

S. Graves, Security Shift Commander, Wackenhut Security

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K. Kennedy, Senior Resident inspector

INSPECTION PROCEDURES USED

IP 81700 Physical Security Program for Power Reactors

IP 92700 Onsite Followup of Written Reports of Non Routine Events at Power Reactor

Facilities

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LIST OF ITEMS OPENED, CLOSED AND DISCUSSED

ltems Ooened i

50-313;-368/9814-01 VIO Failure of the intrusion Detection System to Provide an Audible i

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items Closed

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items Discussed

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LIST OF DOCUMENTS REVIEWED

Safeguards Event Logs from December 1,1997 through April 22,1998, plus the 24-Hour

Quarterly Log from January 1 through April 27,1998

Background investigation records for five individuals granted and for two additional individuals

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Audit / Surveillance Reports

Quality Assurance Audit QAP-23-98-Security, dated March 18,1998

Quality Assurance Audit QAP-7-97-Fitness for Duty and Access Authorization, dated September

2,1997

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Imolementina Procedures I

Arkansas Nuclear One Procedure 1043.002, " Access Control," Revision 51 )

Arkansas Nuclear One Procedure 1043 003, " Guard Screening, Responsibilities and Duties,"

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Arkansas Nuclear One Procedure 1043.012, " Functional Test of Gates and Doors," Revision 22 l

' Arkansas Nuclear One Procedure 1043.014 " Patrols and inspections," Revision 23

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