Event Notification Report for November 09, 2001
U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission
Operations Center
EVENT REPORTS FOR
11/08/2001 - 11/09/2001
EVENT NUMBERS
38488384893849038500
Power Reactor
Event Number: 38488
Facility: HOPE CREEK
Region: 1 State: NJ
Unit: [1] [] []
RX Type: [1] GE-4
NRC Notified By: ERV PARKER
HQ OPS Officer: STEVE SANDIN
Region: 1 State: NJ
Unit: [1] [] []
RX Type: [1] GE-4
NRC Notified By: ERV PARKER
HQ OPS Officer: STEVE SANDIN
Notification Date: 11/09/2001
Notification Time: 12:31 [ET]
Event Date: 11/09/2001
Event Time: 11:00 [EST]
Last Update Date: 11/09/2001
Notification Time: 12:31 [ET]
Event Date: 11/09/2001
Event Time: 11:00 [EST]
Last Update Date: 11/09/2001
Emergency Class: NON EMERGENCY
10 CFR Section:
50.72(b)(3)(iv)(A) - VALID SPECIF SYS ACTUATION
10 CFR Section:
50.72(b)(3)(iv)(A) - VALID SPECIF SYS ACTUATION
Person (Organization):
R1 IRC TEAM MANAGER (R1)
R1 IRC TEAM MANAGER (R1)
| Unit | SCRAM Code | RX Crit | Initial PWR | Initial RX Mode | Current PWR | Current RX Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | N | N | 0 | Cold Shutdown | 0 | Cold Shutdown |
SAFETY SYSTEM ACTUATION DURING TESTING OF THE EHC SYSTEM
"At 1859 on October 30, 2001, during performance of Electro-Hydraulic Control (EHC) testing, a Nuclear Steam Supply Shutoff System isolation actuation occurred. The plant was in operational condition 4, mode switch locked in refuel, all control rods inserted and reactor pressure vessel level and temperature were within the appropriate band, at the time of the event.
"The cause of the actuation was due to the impact of test setup conditions established to perform EHC testing being performed concurrent with reactor vessel cold hydrostatic testing, which effectively un-bypassed a low vacuum trip input signal.
"The NRC Resident is fully aware of the event.
"This notification is being made in accordance with 10CFR50.72(b)(3)(iv)(A).
"PSE&G Nuclear is continuing to evaluate this condition to determine other possible causes and corrective actions."
This event was identified as reportable as part of the licensee's corrective action program review. The licensee will also inform the Lower Alloways Creek Township (LAC).
"At 1859 on October 30, 2001, during performance of Electro-Hydraulic Control (EHC) testing, a Nuclear Steam Supply Shutoff System isolation actuation occurred. The plant was in operational condition 4, mode switch locked in refuel, all control rods inserted and reactor pressure vessel level and temperature were within the appropriate band, at the time of the event.
"The cause of the actuation was due to the impact of test setup conditions established to perform EHC testing being performed concurrent with reactor vessel cold hydrostatic testing, which effectively un-bypassed a low vacuum trip input signal.
"The NRC Resident is fully aware of the event.
"This notification is being made in accordance with 10CFR50.72(b)(3)(iv)(A).
"PSE&G Nuclear is continuing to evaluate this condition to determine other possible causes and corrective actions."
This event was identified as reportable as part of the licensee's corrective action program review. The licensee will also inform the Lower Alloways Creek Township (LAC).
Power Reactor
Event Number: 38489
Facility: NINE MILE POINT
Region: 1 State: NY
Unit: [] [2] []
RX Type: [1] GE-2,[2] GE-5
NRC Notified By: BOISMENU
HQ OPS Officer: CHAUNCEY GOULD
Region: 1 State: NY
Unit: [] [2] []
RX Type: [1] GE-2,[2] GE-5
NRC Notified By: BOISMENU
HQ OPS Officer: CHAUNCEY GOULD
Notification Date: 11/09/2001
Notification Time: 17:05 [ET]
Event Date: 11/09/2001
Event Time: 11:13 [EST]
Last Update Date: 11/09/2001
Notification Time: 17:05 [ET]
Event Date: 11/09/2001
Event Time: 11:13 [EST]
Last Update Date: 11/09/2001
Emergency Class: NON EMERGENCY
10 CFR Section:
26.73 - FITNESS FOR DUTY
10 CFR Section:
26.73 - FITNESS FOR DUTY
Person (Organization):
R1 IRC TEAM MANAGER (R1)
R1 IRC TEAM MANAGER (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 |
FITNESS FOR DUTY REPORT
An employee acting in a supervisory position failed a random alcohol test. Access was immediately revoked and EAP assistance was sought by the individual. A supervisor will review work performed by the individual for impact on quality and safety.
The NRC Resident Inspector was notified.
An employee acting in a supervisory position failed a random alcohol test. Access was immediately revoked and EAP assistance was sought by the individual. A supervisor will review work performed by the individual for impact on quality and safety.
The NRC Resident Inspector was notified.
Power Reactor
Event Number: 38490
Facility: COOPER
Region: 4 State: NE
Unit: [1] [] []
RX Type: [1] GE-4
NRC Notified By: WILLIAM GREEN
HQ OPS Officer: STEVE SANDIN
Region: 4 State: NE
Unit: [1] [] []
RX Type: [1] GE-4
NRC Notified By: WILLIAM GREEN
HQ OPS Officer: STEVE SANDIN
Notification Date: 11/09/2001
Notification Time: 21:28 [ET]
Event Date: 11/09/2001
Event Time: 15:34 [CST]
Last Update Date: 11/09/2001
Notification Time: 21:28 [ET]
Event Date: 11/09/2001
Event Time: 15:34 [CST]
Last Update Date: 11/09/2001
Emergency Class: NON EMERGENCY
10 CFR Section:
50.72(b)(3)(ii)(A) - DEGRADED CONDITION
10 CFR Section:
50.72(b)(3)(ii)(A) - DEGRADED CONDITION
Person (Organization):
LINDA SMITH (R4)
LINDA SMITH (R4)
| Unit | SCRAM Code | RX Crit | Initial PWR | Initial RX Mode | Current PWR | Current RX Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | N | N | 0 | Refueling | 0 | Refueling |
CONTAINMENT PATHWAY DECLARED INOPERABLE FOLLOWING LLRT TESTING
"This condition is being reported in accordance with the requirements of 10CFR50.72(b)(3)(ii) as an event or condition that results in: (A) The condition of the nuclear power plant. including its principal safety barriers, being seriously degraded.
"During local leak rate testing (LLRT) being performed on the 'B' reactor feed line to the reactor, both primary containment boundary check valves (RF-CV-13CV and RF-CV-14CV) failed LLRT. Efforts to quantify the leak rate were unsuccessful. The maximum leakage indicated on the test equipment used is 424 Standard Cubic Feet Hour (SCFH). The allowable leakage (La) for Primary Containment is 317.41 SCFH. Subsequently this primary containment pathway was declared inoperable. CNS is in MODE 5 for refueling with vessel level >23 feet above the flange and the spent fuel pool gates removed. No fuel movements or operations with the potential to drain the reactor vessel were in progress. Primary containment is not required per CNS Technical Specifications in this mode of operation."
The licensee informed the NRC Resident Inspector.
"This condition is being reported in accordance with the requirements of 10CFR50.72(b)(3)(ii) as an event or condition that results in: (A) The condition of the nuclear power plant. including its principal safety barriers, being seriously degraded.
"During local leak rate testing (LLRT) being performed on the 'B' reactor feed line to the reactor, both primary containment boundary check valves (RF-CV-13CV and RF-CV-14CV) failed LLRT. Efforts to quantify the leak rate were unsuccessful. The maximum leakage indicated on the test equipment used is 424 Standard Cubic Feet Hour (SCFH). The allowable leakage (La) for Primary Containment is 317.41 SCFH. Subsequently this primary containment pathway was declared inoperable. CNS is in MODE 5 for refueling with vessel level >23 feet above the flange and the spent fuel pool gates removed. No fuel movements or operations with the potential to drain the reactor vessel were in progress. Primary containment is not required per CNS Technical Specifications in this mode of operation."
The licensee informed the NRC Resident Inspector.
General Information or Other
Event Number: 38500
Rep Org: TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
Licensee: TEXAS DOT
Region: 4
City: CROSSLANDS State: TX
County:
License #: L00197-075
Agreement: Y
Docket:
NRC Notified By: JAMES H. OGDEN, JR
HQ OPS Officer: STEVE SANDIN
Licensee: TEXAS DOT
Region: 4
City: CROSSLANDS State: TX
County:
License #: L00197-075
Agreement: Y
Docket:
NRC Notified By: JAMES H. OGDEN, JR
HQ OPS Officer: STEVE SANDIN
Notification Date: 11/13/2001
Notification Time: 15:21 [ET]
Event Date: 11/09/2001
Event Time: 00:00 [CST]
Last Update Date: 11/13/2001
Notification Time: 15:21 [ET]
Event Date: 11/09/2001
Event Time: 00:00 [CST]
Last Update Date: 11/13/2001
Emergency Class: NON EMERGENCY
10 CFR Section:
10 CFR Section:
Person (Organization):
CHARLES MARSCHALL (R4)
JOHN HICKEY (NMSS)
CHARLES MARSCHALL (R4)
JOHN HICKEY (NMSS)
AGREEMENT STATE REPORT INVOLVING A TROXLER GAUGE STOLEN FROM A TxDOT FIELD OFFICE
"The gauge is suspected of being stolen during the hours of darkness on the evening of November 9, 2001. The site was discovered vandalized by a contractor on the morning of November 10, 2001. However, it was thought that only the contractors equipment had been broken into. A portable generator was stolen, as was a water truck which had been driven through the front (locked) gate. The truck was found abandoned approximately 2 to 2 ½ miles from the site abandoned in a field. When TxDOT personnel arrived on site Monday November 12, 2001, they discovered that their site trailer had also been broken into. The door lock and knob were broken as was a rear window to the trailer. Inside, the locked closet had it's hasp and lock pried from the door. The only thing missing was the gauge and it's transportation case, although other high dollar equipment was also locked in the closet and computers/printer, etc were located in the trailer. The gauge was in a locked trailer, locked in it's transportation container and had the control rod locked. A police report was filed with the Denton County Sheriff's Office. This gauge was ... transferred to TxDOT under contract September 12, 2001. The gauge has been maintain at the temporary job site since that date."
"Texas Incident No.: I-7827
"Licensee: Texas Department of Transportation, McKinney Area Office
"Event Location: 12000 Highway 380, Crossroads, Texas 76227 (TxDOT - Field Office) a locked Field Office Trailer
"Event Type: Stolen Radioactive Material - Troxler Nuclear Gauge
"Notifications: CRCPD, surrounding states, Troxler R.S.O., Texas Public Health Region #3 (Arlington)."
"The gauge is suspected of being stolen during the hours of darkness on the evening of November 9, 2001. The site was discovered vandalized by a contractor on the morning of November 10, 2001. However, it was thought that only the contractors equipment had been broken into. A portable generator was stolen, as was a water truck which had been driven through the front (locked) gate. The truck was found abandoned approximately 2 to 2 ½ miles from the site abandoned in a field. When TxDOT personnel arrived on site Monday November 12, 2001, they discovered that their site trailer had also been broken into. The door lock and knob were broken as was a rear window to the trailer. Inside, the locked closet had it's hasp and lock pried from the door. The only thing missing was the gauge and it's transportation case, although other high dollar equipment was also locked in the closet and computers/printer, etc were located in the trailer. The gauge was in a locked trailer, locked in it's transportation container and had the control rod locked. A police report was filed with the Denton County Sheriff's Office. This gauge was ... transferred to TxDOT under contract September 12, 2001. The gauge has been maintain at the temporary job site since that date."
"Texas Incident No.: I-7827
"Licensee: Texas Department of Transportation, McKinney Area Office
"Event Location: 12000 Highway 380, Crossroads, Texas 76227 (TxDOT - Field Office) a locked Field Office Trailer
"Event Type: Stolen Radioactive Material - Troxler Nuclear Gauge
"Notifications: CRCPD, surrounding states, Troxler R.S.O., Texas Public Health Region #3 (Arlington)."