Event Notification Report for August 27, 2001
U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission
Operations Center
EVENT REPORTS FOR
08/26/2001 - 08/27/2001
EVENT NUMBERS
3823538236382373823838239
Power Reactor
Event Number: 38235
Facility: BRAIDWOOD
Region: 3 State: IL
Unit: [1] [2] []
RX Type: [1] W-4-LP,[2] W-4-LP
NRC Notified By: JIM ROYSTON
HQ OPS Officer: FANGIE JONES
Region: 3 State: IL
Unit: [1] [2] []
RX Type: [1] W-4-LP,[2] W-4-LP
NRC Notified By: JIM ROYSTON
HQ OPS Officer: FANGIE JONES
Notification Date: 08/27/2001
Notification Time: 14:20 [ET]
Event Date: 08/27/2001
Event Time: 12:33 [CDT]
Last Update Date: 08/27/2001
Notification Time: 14:20 [ET]
Event Date: 08/27/2001
Event Time: 12:33 [CDT]
Last Update Date: 08/27/2001
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):
PATRICK HILAND (R3)
PATRICK HILAND (R3)
| Unit | SCRAM Code | RX Crit | Initial PWR | Initial RX Mode | Current PWR | Current RX Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | N | Y | 97 | Power Operation | 97 | Power Operation |
| 2 | N | Y | 97 | Power Operation | 97 | Power Operation |
OFFSITE NOTIFICATION FOR FISH KILL IN COOLING LAKE
This notification is being made pursuant to 10CFR50.72(B)(2)(xi), Braidwood Station Technical Specification Appendix B 4.1 and Exelon Reportability manual section SAF 1.9. At 1233CT on 08/27/01, it was communicated to the Illinois Department of Natural Resources that a large number of primarily Gizzard Shad perished in a fish kill in Braidwood Nuclear Station's cooling lake, due to increased temperature (current lake temperature of 89 degrees with a 3 degree increase in a relatively short period of time on 8/26/01).
The licensee notified the NRC Resident Inspector.
This notification is being made pursuant to 10CFR50.72(B)(2)(xi), Braidwood Station Technical Specification Appendix B 4.1 and Exelon Reportability manual section SAF 1.9. At 1233CT on 08/27/01, it was communicated to the Illinois Department of Natural Resources that a large number of primarily Gizzard Shad perished in a fish kill in Braidwood Nuclear Station's cooling lake, due to increased temperature (current lake temperature of 89 degrees with a 3 degree increase in a relatively short period of time on 8/26/01).
The licensee notified the NRC Resident Inspector.
Power Reactor
Event Number: 38236
Facility: COOPER
Region: 4 State: NE
Unit: [1] [] []
RX Type: [1] GE-4
NRC Notified By: DAVID KUNSEMILLER
HQ OPS Officer: FANGIE JONES
Region: 4 State: NE
Unit: [1] [] []
RX Type: [1] GE-4
NRC Notified By: DAVID KUNSEMILLER
HQ OPS Officer: FANGIE JONES
Notification Date: 08/27/2001
Notification Time: 14:49 [ET]
Event Date: 08/27/2001
Event Time: 09:41 [CDT]
Last Update Date: 08/27/2001
Notification Time: 14:49 [ET]
Event Date: 08/27/2001
Event Time: 09:41 [CDT]
Last Update Date: 08/27/2001
Emergency Class: NON EMERGENCY
10 CFR Section:
26.73 - FITNESS FOR DUTY
10 CFR Section:
26.73 - FITNESS FOR DUTY
Person (Organization):
DALE POWERS (R4)
DALE POWERS (R4)
| Unit | SCRAM Code | RX Crit | Initial PWR | Initial RX Mode | Current PWR | Current RX Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | N | Y | 100 | Power Operation | 100 | Power Operation |
POSITIVE FOR-CAUSE TEST FOR ALCOHOL
A licensed operator supervisor tested positive on a for-cause test for alcohol. The operator's access to the plant was suspended. A review of work performed found no threat to plant safety.
The licensee notified the NRC Resident Inspector.
A licensed operator supervisor tested positive on a for-cause test for alcohol. The operator's access to the plant was suspended. A review of work performed found no threat to plant safety.
The licensee notified the NRC Resident Inspector.
Power Reactor
Event Number: 38237
Facility: COOK
Region: 3 State: MI
Unit: [1] [2] []
RX Type: [1] W-4-LP,[2] W-4-LP
NRC Notified By: DUANE COBB
HQ OPS Officer: FANGIE JONES
Region: 3 State: MI
Unit: [1] [2] []
RX Type: [1] W-4-LP,[2] W-4-LP
NRC Notified By: DUANE COBB
HQ OPS Officer: FANGIE JONES
Notification Date: 08/27/2001
Notification Time: 14:53 [ET]
Event Date: 08/27/2001
Event Time: 14:30 [EDT]
Last Update Date: 08/27/2001
Notification Time: 14:53 [ET]
Event Date: 08/27/2001
Event Time: 14:30 [EDT]
Last Update Date: 08/27/2001
Emergency Class: NON EMERGENCY
10 CFR Section:
73.71(b)(1) - SAFEGUARDS REPORTS
10 CFR Section:
73.71(b)(1) - SAFEGUARDS REPORTS
Person (Organization):
PATRICK HILAND (R3)
PATRICK HILAND (R3)
| Unit | SCRAM Code | RX Crit | Initial PWR | Initial RX Mode | Current PWR | Current RX Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | N | Y | 82 | Power Operation | 82 | Power Operation |
| 2 | N | Y | 100 | Power Operation | 100 | Power Operation |
SECURITY REPORT
Unescorted access granted inappropriately. Immediate compensatory measures taken upon discovery. The licensee notified the NRC Resident Inspector.
Contact the NRC Operations Center for additional details.
Unescorted access granted inappropriately. Immediate compensatory measures taken upon discovery. The licensee notified the NRC Resident Inspector.
Contact the NRC Operations Center for additional details.
Power Reactor
Event Number: 38238
Facility: BROWNS FERRY
Region: 2 State: AL
Unit: [1] [2] [3]
RX Type: [1] GE-4,[2] GE-4,[3] GE-4
NRC Notified By: TERRY KNUTTEL
HQ OPS Officer: FANGIE JONES
Region: 2 State: AL
Unit: [1] [2] [3]
RX Type: [1] GE-4,[2] GE-4,[3] GE-4
NRC Notified By: TERRY KNUTTEL
HQ OPS Officer: FANGIE JONES
Notification Date: 08/27/2001
Notification Time: 16:05 [ET]
Event Date: 08/27/2001
Event Time: 08:35 [CDT]
Last Update Date: 08/27/2001
Notification Time: 16:05 [ET]
Event Date: 08/27/2001
Event Time: 08:35 [CDT]
Last Update Date: 08/27/2001
Emergency Class: NON EMERGENCY
10 CFR Section:
26.73 - FITNESS FOR DUTY
10 CFR Section:
26.73 - FITNESS FOR DUTY
Person (Organization):
EDWARD MCALPINE (R2)
EDWARD MCALPINE (R2)
| Unit | SCRAM Code | RX Crit | Initial PWR | Initial RX Mode | Current PWR | Current RX Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | N | N | 0 | Refueling | 0 | Refueling |
| 2 | N | Y | 100 | Power Operation | 100 | Power Operation |
| 3 | N | Y | 100 | Power Operation | 100 | Power Operation |
POSITIVE TEST ON RANDOM TEST FOR ALCOHOL
A supervisor tested positive on a random test for alcohol. The employee's access to the plant and clearance was suspended for a minimum of 14 days. The employee is being referred to the Employee Assistance Program. A review of the employee's work is being performed.
The licensee has notified NRC Region 2 (Jon Wallo) and intends to notify the NRC Resident Inspector.
A supervisor tested positive on a random test for alcohol. The employee's access to the plant and clearance was suspended for a minimum of 14 days. The employee is being referred to the Employee Assistance Program. A review of the employee's work is being performed.
The licensee has notified NRC Region 2 (Jon Wallo) and intends to notify the NRC Resident Inspector.
Fuel Cycle Facility
Event Number: 38239
Facility: PORTSMOUTH GASEOUS DIFFUSION PLANT
Region: 3 State: OH
Unit: [] [] []
RX Type: URANIUM ENRICHMENT FACILITY
Comments: 2 DEMOCRACY CENTER
6903 ROCKLEDGE DRIVE
BETHESDA, MD 20817 (301)564-3200
NRC Notified By: GARY SALYERS
HQ OPS Officer: FANGIE JONES
Region: 3 State: OH
Unit: [] [] []
RX Type: URANIUM ENRICHMENT FACILITY
Comments: 2 DEMOCRACY CENTER
6903 ROCKLEDGE DRIVE
BETHESDA, MD 20817 (301)564-3200
NRC Notified By: GARY SALYERS
HQ OPS Officer: FANGIE JONES
Notification Date: 08/27/2001
Notification Time: 23:34 [ET]
Event Date: 08/27/2001
Event Time: 18:10 [EDT]
Last Update Date: 08/27/2001
Notification Time: 23:34 [ET]
Event Date: 08/27/2001
Event Time: 18:10 [EDT]
Last Update Date: 08/27/2001
Emergency Class: NON EMERGENCY
10 CFR Section:
10 CFR Section:
Person (Organization):
PATRICK HILAND (R3)
JOHN GREEVES (NMSS)
PATRICK HILAND (R3)
JOHN GREEVES (NMSS)
24 HOUR REPORT - 'Q' COMPONENT ACTUATION
"At 1810 hours on 08/27/01, Autoclave #1 in the X-344 facility experienced a UF6 Cylinder High Pressure Alarm. The alarm indicated a high cylinder pressure condition had occurred and the 'UF6 Cylinder High Pressure Autoclave Steam Shutoff System' actuated, which caused the autoclave steam containment valves ('Q' components) to close. The autoclave was in TSR Operational Mode II (Heating) at the time of the alarm actuation. Operations personnel immediately responded to the alarm in accordance with the approved Alarm Response Procedures and confirmed no release of UF6 had occurred. Autoclave #1 was placed in TSR Operational Mode VII (Shutdown) by operations personnel and declared inoperable by the Plant Shift Superintendent.
"Instrument Maintenance was requested to perform 'as founds' on the system instrumentation. An Engineering Evaluation has been requested to investigate the circumstances surrounding the safety system actuation.
"This event is reportable as a valid Safety System Actuation, a 24 hr. NRC Event Notification."
The licensee notified the NRC Resident Inspector and the DOE representative.
"At 1810 hours on 08/27/01, Autoclave #1 in the X-344 facility experienced a UF6 Cylinder High Pressure Alarm. The alarm indicated a high cylinder pressure condition had occurred and the 'UF6 Cylinder High Pressure Autoclave Steam Shutoff System' actuated, which caused the autoclave steam containment valves ('Q' components) to close. The autoclave was in TSR Operational Mode II (Heating) at the time of the alarm actuation. Operations personnel immediately responded to the alarm in accordance with the approved Alarm Response Procedures and confirmed no release of UF6 had occurred. Autoclave #1 was placed in TSR Operational Mode VII (Shutdown) by operations personnel and declared inoperable by the Plant Shift Superintendent.
"Instrument Maintenance was requested to perform 'as founds' on the system instrumentation. An Engineering Evaluation has been requested to investigate the circumstances surrounding the safety system actuation.
"This event is reportable as a valid Safety System Actuation, a 24 hr. NRC Event Notification."
The licensee notified the NRC Resident Inspector and the DOE representative.