Event Notification Report for August 16, 2001
U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission
Operations Center
EVENT REPORTS FOR
08/15/2001 - 08/16/2001
EVENT NUMBERS
3821638212382133821438218
Power Reactor
Event Number: 38216
Facility: OCONEE
Region: 2 State: SC
Unit: [1] [2] [3]
RX Type: [1] B&W-L-LP,[2] B&W-L-LP,[3] B&W-L-LP
NRC Notified By: PRESTON GILLESPIE
HQ OPS Officer: FANGIE JONES
Region: 2 State: SC
Unit: [1] [2] [3]
RX Type: [1] B&W-L-LP,[2] B&W-L-LP,[3] B&W-L-LP
NRC Notified By: PRESTON GILLESPIE
HQ OPS Officer: FANGIE JONES
Notification Date: 08/16/2001
Notification Time: 16:19 [ET]
Event Date: 08/16/2001
Event Time: 13:55 [EDT]
Last Update Date: 08/16/2001
Notification Time: 16:19 [ET]
Event Date: 08/16/2001
Event Time: 13:55 [EDT]
Last Update Date: 08/16/2001
Emergency Class: NON EMERGENCY
10 CFR Section:
50.72(b)(2)(xi) - OFFSITE NOTIFICATION
10 CFR Section:
50.72(b)(2)(xi) - OFFSITE NOTIFICATION
Person (Organization):
CHARLIE PAYNE (R2)
CHARLIE PAYNE (R2)
| Unit | SCRAM Code | RX Crit | Initial PWR | Initial RX Mode | Current PWR | Current RX Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | N | Y | 100 | Power Operation | 100 | Power Operation |
| 2 | N | Y | 100 | Power Operation | 100 | Power Operation |
| 3 | N | Y | 100 | Power Operation | 100 | Power Operation |
OFFSITE NOTIFICATION DUE TO OIL SPILL AT ASSOCIATED HYDRO UNIT
The licensee was performing work on the pier at the Keowee Hydro Intake structure when about 1 gallon of Mobil EAL 224H (biodegradable) oil spilled into Lake Keowee. A boom had previously been installed and contained the oil in a 50 foot by 50 foot area. The spill was a result of a hydraulic hose leak. The clean-up was nearly complete at the time of the report. There was no effect on plant operations or any safety significance.
The licensee notified the National Response Center, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, and the NRC Resident Inspector.
The licensee was performing work on the pier at the Keowee Hydro Intake structure when about 1 gallon of Mobil EAL 224H (biodegradable) oil spilled into Lake Keowee. A boom had previously been installed and contained the oil in a 50 foot by 50 foot area. The spill was a result of a hydraulic hose leak. The clean-up was nearly complete at the time of the report. There was no effect on plant operations or any safety significance.
The licensee notified the National Response Center, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, and the NRC Resident Inspector.
Fuel Cycle Facility
Event Number: 38212
Facility: MALLINCKRODT INC.
Region: 3 State: MO
Unit: [] [] []
RX Type: NUCLEAR PHARMACY
NRC Notified By: JAMES SCHUH
HQ OPS Officer: STEVE SANDIN
Region: 3 State: MO
Unit: [] [] []
RX Type: NUCLEAR PHARMACY
NRC Notified By: JAMES SCHUH
HQ OPS Officer: STEVE SANDIN
Notification Date: 08/16/2001
Notification Time: 10:00 [ET]
Event Date: 08/16/2001
Event Time: 08:45 [CDT]
Last Update Date: 08/16/2001
Notification Time: 10:00 [ET]
Event Date: 08/16/2001
Event Time: 08:45 [CDT]
Last Update Date: 08/16/2001
Emergency Class: NON EMERGENCY
10 CFR Section:
20.2202(a)(1) - PERS OVEREXPOSURE/TEDE >= 25 REM
10 CFR Section:
20.2202(a)(1) - PERS OVEREXPOSURE/TEDE >= 25 REM
Person (Organization):
THOMAS KOZAK (R3)
BRIAN SMITH (NMSS)
THOMAS KOZAK (R3)
BRIAN SMITH (NMSS)
PERSONNEL OVEREXPOSURES INVOLVING TWO WORKERS BETWEEN 1995 AND 1999
An on-going dose reconstruction in response to Confirmatory Action Letter EA-00-143, dated June 22, 2000, identified two (2) workers who received more than 250 Rem to their extremities, specifically less than one (1) square centimeter of the fingertips. The overexposures occurred between 1995 and 1999 on seven (7) occurrences during the manufacturing process involving P-32. The licensee will inform the two individuals involved and offer medical services, if requested. The licensee discussed this incident with NRC Region 3 (Cameron).
* * * UPDATED AT 1532 EDT ON 8/16/2001 BY JAMES SCHUH TO FANGIE JONES * * *
The on-going review has identified a total of 4 workers in 10 occurrences with overexposures. All have occurred in similar activities except for 1 person in 2 events doing a different process. NRC Region 3 (Bob Gatone) has been contacted by the licensee.
The R3DO (Thomas Kozak) and NMSS (Brian Smith) have been notified.
An on-going dose reconstruction in response to Confirmatory Action Letter EA-00-143, dated June 22, 2000, identified two (2) workers who received more than 250 Rem to their extremities, specifically less than one (1) square centimeter of the fingertips. The overexposures occurred between 1995 and 1999 on seven (7) occurrences during the manufacturing process involving P-32. The licensee will inform the two individuals involved and offer medical services, if requested. The licensee discussed this incident with NRC Region 3 (Cameron).
* * * UPDATED AT 1532 EDT ON 8/16/2001 BY JAMES SCHUH TO FANGIE JONES * * *
The on-going review has identified a total of 4 workers in 10 occurrences with overexposures. All have occurred in similar activities except for 1 person in 2 events doing a different process. NRC Region 3 (Bob Gatone) has been contacted by the licensee.
The R3DO (Thomas Kozak) and NMSS (Brian Smith) have been notified.
Power Reactor
Event Number: 38213
Facility: BROWNS FERRY
Region: 2 State: AL
Unit: [] [2] [3]
RX Type: [1] GE-4,[2] GE-4,[3] GE-4
NRC Notified By: TERRY KNUETTEL
HQ OPS Officer: STEVE SANDIN
Region: 2 State: AL
Unit: [] [2] [3]
RX Type: [1] GE-4,[2] GE-4,[3] GE-4
NRC Notified By: TERRY KNUETTEL
HQ OPS Officer: STEVE SANDIN
Notification Date: 08/16/2001
Notification Time: 11:14 [ET]
Event Date: 08/16/2001
Event Time: 08:25 [CDT]
Last Update Date: 08/16/2001
Notification Time: 11:14 [ET]
Event Date: 08/16/2001
Event Time: 08:25 [CDT]
Last Update Date: 08/16/2001
Emergency Class: NON EMERGENCY
10 CFR Section:
26.73 - FITNESS FOR DUTY
10 CFR Section:
26.73 - FITNESS FOR DUTY
Person (Organization):
CHARLIE PAYNE (R2)
CHARLIE PAYNE (R2)
| Unit | SCRAM Code | RX Crit | Initial PWR | Initial RX Mode | Current PWR | Current RX Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | N | Y | 100 | Power Operation | 100 | Power Operation |
| 3 | N | Y | 100 | Power Operation | 100 | Power Operation |
FITNESS FOR DUTY REPORT INVOLVING CONTRACTOR FOREMAN
A contractor foreman was determined to be under the influence of alcohol during a random test. The contractor's access to the plant has been terminated. The licensee informed the NRC Region 2 Office (Wallow) and the Resident Inspector.
Contact the Headquarters Operation Officer for details.
A contractor foreman was determined to be under the influence of alcohol during a random test. The contractor's access to the plant has been terminated. The licensee informed the NRC Region 2 Office (Wallow) and the Resident Inspector.
Contact the Headquarters Operation Officer for details.
Power Reactor
Event Number: 38214
Facility: LIMERICK
Region: 1 State: PA
Unit: [1] [2] []
RX Type: [1] GE-4,[2] GE-4
NRC Notified By: PETER ORPHANOS
HQ OPS Officer: FANGIE JONES
Region: 1 State: PA
Unit: [1] [2] []
RX Type: [1] GE-4,[2] GE-4
NRC Notified By: PETER ORPHANOS
HQ OPS Officer: FANGIE JONES
Notification Date: 08/16/2001
Notification Time: 11:40 [ET]
Event Date: 08/16/2001
Event Time: 09:25 [EDT]
Last Update Date: 08/17/2001
Notification Time: 11:40 [ET]
Event Date: 08/16/2001
Event Time: 09:25 [EDT]
Last Update Date: 08/17/2001
Emergency Class: NON EMERGENCY
10 CFR Section:
50.72(b)(3)(xiii) - LOSS COMM/ASMT/RESPONSE
10 CFR Section:
50.72(b)(3)(xiii) - LOSS COMM/ASMT/RESPONSE
Person (Organization):
RONALD BELLAMY (R1)
RONALD BELLAMY (R1)
| Unit | SCRAM Code | RX Crit | Initial PWR | Initial RX Mode | Current PWR | Current RX Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | N | Y | 100 | Power Operation | 100 | Power Operation |
| 2 | N | Y | 100 | Power Operation | 100 | Power Operation |
ALL EMERGENCY OFFSITE SIRENS INOPERABLE
The licensee determined that all 16 Emergency Offsite Sirens were inoperable. The exact cause of the failure is unknown and a plan is being developed to repair the sirens.
The licensee notified the NRC Resident Inspector and intends to notify the state and local authorities.
* * * UPDATED AT 1735 EDT ON 8/16/2001 BY PETER ORPHANOS TO FANGIE JONES * * *
"As of 1300 August 16, 2001 163 of 165 Limerick Generating Station Emergency Offsite Sirens are determined to be functional.
"A plan has been developed and investigation continues into the cause of the inoperability of the sirens."
The licensee notified the NRC Resident Inspector. The R1DO (William Ruland) has been notified.
* * * UPDATED AT 1751 EDT ON 8/17/2001 BY GREG SOSSON TO FANGIE JONES * * *
"As of 17:30, August 17, 2001 163 of 165 Limerick Generating Station Emergency Offsite Sirens remain fully functional. The status of the sirens is being continuously monitored as part of the troubleshooting plan.
"There was one 20 minute interruption of the siren system early this morning. Since then, the sirens have continued to function properly.
"The investigation and troubleshooting will continue through the weekend.
"Contingency public notification plans have been confirmed to be in place with the counties."
The licensee notified the NRC Resident Inspector. The R1DO (Ronald Bellamy) has been notified.
The licensee determined that all 16 Emergency Offsite Sirens were inoperable. The exact cause of the failure is unknown and a plan is being developed to repair the sirens.
The licensee notified the NRC Resident Inspector and intends to notify the state and local authorities.
* * * UPDATED AT 1735 EDT ON 8/16/2001 BY PETER ORPHANOS TO FANGIE JONES * * *
"As of 1300 August 16, 2001 163 of 165 Limerick Generating Station Emergency Offsite Sirens are determined to be functional.
"A plan has been developed and investigation continues into the cause of the inoperability of the sirens."
The licensee notified the NRC Resident Inspector. The R1DO (William Ruland) has been notified.
* * * UPDATED AT 1751 EDT ON 8/17/2001 BY GREG SOSSON TO FANGIE JONES * * *
"As of 17:30, August 17, 2001 163 of 165 Limerick Generating Station Emergency Offsite Sirens remain fully functional. The status of the sirens is being continuously monitored as part of the troubleshooting plan.
"There was one 20 minute interruption of the siren system early this morning. Since then, the sirens have continued to function properly.
"The investigation and troubleshooting will continue through the weekend.
"Contingency public notification plans have been confirmed to be in place with the counties."
The licensee notified the NRC Resident Inspector. The R1DO (Ronald Bellamy) has been notified.
Power Reactor
Event Number: 38218
Facility: PEACH BOTTOM
Region: 1 State: PA
Unit: [2] [3] []
RX Type: [2] GE-4,[3] GE-4
NRC Notified By: STEVE TANNER
HQ OPS Officer: STEVE SANDIN
Region: 1 State: PA
Unit: [2] [3] []
RX Type: [2] GE-4,[3] GE-4
NRC Notified By: STEVE TANNER
HQ OPS Officer: STEVE SANDIN
Notification Date: 08/17/2001
Notification Time: 00:31 [ET]
Event Date: 08/16/2001
Event Time: 23:25 [EDT]
Last Update Date: 08/17/2001
Notification Time: 00:31 [ET]
Event Date: 08/16/2001
Event Time: 23:25 [EDT]
Last Update Date: 08/17/2001
Emergency Class: NON EMERGENCY
10 CFR Section:
50.72(b)(3)(xiii) - LOSS COMM/ASMT/RESPONSE
10 CFR Section:
50.72(b)(3)(xiii) - LOSS COMM/ASMT/RESPONSE
Person (Organization):
WILLIAM RULAND (R1)
WILLIAM RULAND (R1)
| Unit | SCRAM Code | RX Crit | Initial PWR | Initial RX Mode | Current PWR | Current RX Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | N | Y | 100 | Power Operation | 100 | Power Operation |
| 3 | N | Y | 82 | Power Operation | 82 | Power Operation |
LOSS OF EMERGENCY SIREN REMOTE ACTUATION CAPABILITY
"Omni phone system was lost resulting in a loss of Emergency Siren remote actuation control. Power was lost 8/16/01 22:25 EDT and restored 8/16/01 23:55 EDT. Per reportability manual ID# E-02 and Event# SAF 1.10, loss of assessment capability is reportable after 8 hours, but loss of greater than 25% of the sirens for more than one hour constitutes immediate notification.
"The omni phone system was lost due to the associated battery voltage becoming too low to support system operation. This was caused by a temporary battery charger installed in place of the normal charger (due to a failed transformer) not maintaining the battery adequately charged. Immediate omni system recovery was effected using available AC power from an alternate source to power up the equipment. Long term plans are to replace the failed transformer and return the normal charger to service."
The licensee informed the NRC resident inspector and will inform state/local agencies.
"Omni phone system was lost resulting in a loss of Emergency Siren remote actuation control. Power was lost 8/16/01 22:25 EDT and restored 8/16/01 23:55 EDT. Per reportability manual ID# E-02 and Event# SAF 1.10, loss of assessment capability is reportable after 8 hours, but loss of greater than 25% of the sirens for more than one hour constitutes immediate notification.
"The omni phone system was lost due to the associated battery voltage becoming too low to support system operation. This was caused by a temporary battery charger installed in place of the normal charger (due to a failed transformer) not maintaining the battery adequately charged. Immediate omni system recovery was effected using available AC power from an alternate source to power up the equipment. Long term plans are to replace the failed transformer and return the normal charger to service."
The licensee informed the NRC resident inspector and will inform state/local agencies.