Event Notification Report for October 02, 2002
U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission
Operations Center
EVENT REPORTS FOR
10/01/2002 - 10/02/2002
EVENT NUMBERS
39245392383923939270
Power Reactor
Event Number: 39245
Facility: KEWAUNEE
Region: 3 State: WI
Unit: [1] [] []
RX Type: [1] W-2-LP
NRC Notified By: ANTHONY BOLYEN
HQ OPS Officer: STEVE SANDIN
Region: 3 State: WI
Unit: [1] [] []
RX Type: [1] W-2-LP
NRC Notified By: ANTHONY BOLYEN
HQ OPS Officer: STEVE SANDIN
Notification Date: 10/03/2002
Notification Time: 14:40 [ET]
Event Date: 10/02/2002
Event Time: 13:00 [CDT]
Last Update Date: 10/03/2002
Notification Time: 14:40 [ET]
Event Date: 10/02/2002
Event Time: 13:00 [CDT]
Last Update Date: 10/03/2002
Emergency Class: NON EMERGENCY
10 CFR Section:
20.1906(d)(1) - SURFACE CONTAM LEVELS > LIMITS
10 CFR Section:
20.1906(d)(1) - SURFACE CONTAM LEVELS > LIMITS
Person (Organization):
SONIA BURGESS (R3)
SONIA BURGESS (R3)
| Unit | SCRAM Code | RX Crit | Initial PWR | Initial RX Mode | Current PWR | Current RX Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | N | Y | 100 | Power Operation | 100 | Power Operation |
REMOVABLE CONTAMINATION EXCEEDING LIMITS FOUND ON EMPTY CONTAINERS DELIVERED TO SITE
"On Wednesday, October 2, 2002, Nuclear Management Company, LLC (NMC) received a shipment of two empty sea-land containers from U.S. Ecology at the Kewaunee Nuclear Plant. These containers were shipped by R&R Trucking of Duenweg, MO. Although these containers were empty, NMC conservatively surveyed the outside of the containers. During this survey of the containers, a masslin contamination check identified some external contamination. Further and more specific sampling techniques resulted in identifying contamination levels of 24,700 DPM/100 sq. cm. in one location on the underside of the container. Department of Transportation acceptance limits identified in 49 CFR 173.433 for this type of container are 22,000 DPM/100 sq. cm. Because these containers were considered empty, they were unlabeled. Nevertheless, because NMC identified removable radioactive surface contamination in excess of the limits of 10 CFR 71.81(i) which refer to the DOT limits of 49 CFR 173.433, this event is immediately reportable to the NRC Operations Center in accordance with 10 CFR 20.1906(d). In accordance with 10 CFR 20.1906(d), the radiation safety officer at U.S. Ecology was notified of the conditions found when the shipment was received.
"Because, the area of contamination was on the underside of the container, it was not accessible during transportation. The container was secured and posted as necessary to control the contaminated areas within an RCA at the plant. NMC surveyed the flatbed trailer upon which the containers were shipped, and no contamination was found. Based on this, the trailer was released.
"Additionally, the NRC senior resident inspector and the regional RP inspector were notified."
UPDATE:
"The correct time of discovery was 1300 CST. The U.S. Ecology contact was [ . . .]. The dose rate instrument was an RO-20 (handheld, portable, ionization chamber capable of detecting both beta end gamma radiation). The initial contamination survey equipment was a frisker (thin-end window GM detector). The contamination levels of 24,700 DPM/100 sq. cm. was found using a Baird alpha, beta, fixed geometry scalar/counter."
"On Wednesday, October 2, 2002, Nuclear Management Company, LLC (NMC) received a shipment of two empty sea-land containers from U.S. Ecology at the Kewaunee Nuclear Plant. These containers were shipped by R&R Trucking of Duenweg, MO. Although these containers were empty, NMC conservatively surveyed the outside of the containers. During this survey of the containers, a masslin contamination check identified some external contamination. Further and more specific sampling techniques resulted in identifying contamination levels of 24,700 DPM/100 sq. cm. in one location on the underside of the container. Department of Transportation acceptance limits identified in 49 CFR 173.433 for this type of container are 22,000 DPM/100 sq. cm. Because these containers were considered empty, they were unlabeled. Nevertheless, because NMC identified removable radioactive surface contamination in excess of the limits of 10 CFR 71.81(i) which refer to the DOT limits of 49 CFR 173.433, this event is immediately reportable to the NRC Operations Center in accordance with 10 CFR 20.1906(d). In accordance with 10 CFR 20.1906(d), the radiation safety officer at U.S. Ecology was notified of the conditions found when the shipment was received.
"Because, the area of contamination was on the underside of the container, it was not accessible during transportation. The container was secured and posted as necessary to control the contaminated areas within an RCA at the plant. NMC surveyed the flatbed trailer upon which the containers were shipped, and no contamination was found. Based on this, the trailer was released.
"Additionally, the NRC senior resident inspector and the regional RP inspector were notified."
UPDATE:
"The correct time of discovery was 1300 CST. The U.S. Ecology contact was [ . . .]. The dose rate instrument was an RO-20 (handheld, portable, ionization chamber capable of detecting both beta end gamma radiation). The initial contamination survey equipment was a frisker (thin-end window GM detector). The contamination levels of 24,700 DPM/100 sq. cm. was found using a Baird alpha, beta, fixed geometry scalar/counter."
Power Reactor
Event Number: 39238
Facility: DAVIS BESSE
Region: 3 State: OH
Unit: [1] [] []
RX Type: [1] B&W-R-LP
NRC Notified By: ART LEWIS
HQ OPS Officer: MIKE NORRIS
Region: 3 State: OH
Unit: [1] [] []
RX Type: [1] B&W-R-LP
NRC Notified By: ART LEWIS
HQ OPS Officer: MIKE NORRIS
Notification Date: 10/02/2002
Notification Time: 14:20 [ET]
Event Date: 10/02/2002
Event Time: 13:44 [EDT]
Last Update Date: 10/29/2002
Notification Time: 14:20 [ET]
Event Date: 10/02/2002
Event Time: 13:44 [EDT]
Last Update Date: 10/29/2002
Emergency Class: NON EMERGENCY
10 CFR Section:
50.72(b)(2)(xi) - OFFSITE NOTIFICATION 73.71(b)(1) - SAFEGUARDS REPORTS
10 CFR Section:
50.72(b)(2)(xi) - OFFSITE NOTIFICATION 73.71(b)(1) - SAFEGUARDS REPORTS
Person (Organization):
SONIA BURGESS (R3)
JOHN DAVIDSON (IAT)
TERRY REIS (NRR)
BETH HAYDEN (OPA)
SCOTT MORRIS (EDO)
SONIA BURGESS (R3)
JOHN DAVIDSON (IAT)
TERRY REIS (NRR)
BETH HAYDEN (OPA)
SCOTT MORRIS (EDO)
| Unit | SCRAM Code | RX Crit | Initial PWR | Initial RX Mode | Current PWR | Current RX Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | N | N | 0 | Refueling | 0 | Refueling |
1 HOUR SAFEGUARDS REPORT
Attempted introduction of contraband into controlled access area.
The NRC Resident Inspector was notified.
Contact Headquarters Operations Officer for additional details.
*** UPDATE ON 10/29/02 AT 1256ET BY AARON BLESS TAKEN BY MACKINNON****
"After further review of our procedures and the regulatory requirements of 10 CFR 73 Appendix G the licensee has determined the issue of the contraband which was discovered .. .. Located a significant distance from the protected area, on October 2, 2002, to be not reportable. All information was provided expeditiously to the NRC Operation Center during and after the discovery of the contraband , however the event notification is being rescinded due to the fact that the contraband was never introduced or attempted to be introduced into the protected area, material access area, vital area, or transport. The NRC Security Safeguards Staff of Region III has been informed of the plans to rescind the event notification." R3DO (Jim Creed) notified.
"The NRC Resident Inspector has been notified of the update."
Attempted introduction of contraband into controlled access area.
The NRC Resident Inspector was notified.
Contact Headquarters Operations Officer for additional details.
*** UPDATE ON 10/29/02 AT 1256ET BY AARON BLESS TAKEN BY MACKINNON****
"After further review of our procedures and the regulatory requirements of 10 CFR 73 Appendix G the licensee has determined the issue of the contraband which was discovered .. .. Located a significant distance from the protected area, on October 2, 2002, to be not reportable. All information was provided expeditiously to the NRC Operation Center during and after the discovery of the contraband , however the event notification is being rescinded due to the fact that the contraband was never introduced or attempted to be introduced into the protected area, material access area, vital area, or transport. The NRC Security Safeguards Staff of Region III has been informed of the plans to rescind the event notification." R3DO (Jim Creed) notified.
"The NRC Resident Inspector has been notified of the update."
Power Reactor
Event Number: 39239
Facility: FERMI
Region: 3 State: MI
Unit: [2] [] []
RX Type: [2] GE-4
NRC Notified By: KEVIN W. DAHM
HQ OPS Officer: MIKE NORRIS
Region: 3 State: MI
Unit: [2] [] []
RX Type: [2] GE-4
NRC Notified By: KEVIN W. DAHM
HQ OPS Officer: MIKE NORRIS
Notification Date: 10/02/2002
Notification Time: 17:24 [ET]
Event Date: 10/02/2002
Event Time: 14:53 [EDT]
Last Update Date: 10/02/2002
Notification Time: 17:24 [ET]
Event Date: 10/02/2002
Event Time: 14:53 [EDT]
Last Update Date: 10/02/2002
Emergency Class: NON EMERGENCY
10 CFR Section:
50.72(b)(3)(iv)(A) - VALID SPECIF SYS ACTUATION 50.72(b)(2)(iv)(B) - RPS ACTUATION - CRITICAL
10 CFR Section:
50.72(b)(3)(iv)(A) - VALID SPECIF SYS ACTUATION 50.72(b)(2)(iv)(B) - RPS ACTUATION - CRITICAL
Person (Organization):
SONIA BURGESS (R3)
SONIA BURGESS (R3)
| Unit | SCRAM Code | RX Crit | Initial PWR | Initial RX Mode | Current PWR | Current RX Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | A/R | Y | 100 | Power Operation | 0 | Hot Shutdown |
REACTOR SCRAM DUE TO TURBINE TRIP FROM A LOSS OF CONDENSER VACUUM
"On Wednesday, October 2, 2002 at 1453 hours, the reactor scrammed from 100% power. Condenser vacuum was lost when circulating pump No. 2 failed. Condenser pressure went above the turbine trip setpoint. The main turbine, tripped and the reactor scrammed. All rods fully inserted.
"Reactor level is stable in the normal band (197 inches). Reactor Level 3 (173 inches) was reached and level was restored to normal.
"No ECCS systems actuated. No safety/relief valves opened. All systems functioned normally. Reactor level is being maintained using one reactor feed pump through the startup level control valve. Cool down is through the main turbine bypass valves to the main condenser. The following 'Level 3' isolations occurred as expected:
Group 4 - RHR Shutdown Cooling and Head Spray
Group 13 - Drywell Sumps
Group 15 - Traversing Incore Probe Systems
"NRC Senior Resident Inspector has been notified.
"This report is being made in accordance with 10 CFR 50.72(b)(2)(iv)(B), Any event that results in actuation of the reactor protection system (RPS) when the reactor is critical, and 10 CFR 50.72(b)(3)(iv)(A), Specified System Actuation."
"On Wednesday, October 2, 2002 at 1453 hours, the reactor scrammed from 100% power. Condenser vacuum was lost when circulating pump No. 2 failed. Condenser pressure went above the turbine trip setpoint. The main turbine, tripped and the reactor scrammed. All rods fully inserted.
"Reactor level is stable in the normal band (197 inches). Reactor Level 3 (173 inches) was reached and level was restored to normal.
"No ECCS systems actuated. No safety/relief valves opened. All systems functioned normally. Reactor level is being maintained using one reactor feed pump through the startup level control valve. Cool down is through the main turbine bypass valves to the main condenser. The following 'Level 3' isolations occurred as expected:
Group 4 - RHR Shutdown Cooling and Head Spray
Group 13 - Drywell Sumps
Group 15 - Traversing Incore Probe Systems
"NRC Senior Resident Inspector has been notified.
"This report is being made in accordance with 10 CFR 50.72(b)(2)(iv)(B), Any event that results in actuation of the reactor protection system (RPS) when the reactor is critical, and 10 CFR 50.72(b)(3)(iv)(A), Specified System Actuation."
Other Nuclear Material
Event Number: 39270
Rep Org: US DEPT OF AGRICULTURE
Licensee: US DEPT OF AGRICULTURE
Region: 1
City: BELTSVILLE State: MD
County:
License #: 1900915-03
Agreement: Y
Docket:
NRC Notified By: DANIEL SHARP
HQ OPS Officer: MIKE RIPLEY
Licensee: US DEPT OF AGRICULTURE
Region: 1
City: BELTSVILLE State: MD
County:
License #: 1900915-03
Agreement: Y
Docket:
NRC Notified By: DANIEL SHARP
HQ OPS Officer: MIKE RIPLEY
Notification Date: 10/11/2002
Notification Time: 14:15 [ET]
Event Date: 10/02/2002
Event Time: 00:00 [EDT]
Last Update Date: 10/11/2002
Notification Time: 14:15 [ET]
Event Date: 10/02/2002
Event Time: 00:00 [EDT]
Last Update Date: 10/11/2002
Emergency Class: NON EMERGENCY
10 CFR Section:
20.2201(a)(1)(i) - LOST/STOLEN LNM>1000X
10 CFR Section:
20.2201(a)(1)(i) - LOST/STOLEN LNM>1000X
Person (Organization):
JOHN WHITE (R1)
FRED BROWN (NMSS)
JOHN WHITE (R1)
FRED BROWN (NMSS)
TROXLER GAUGE MISSING WHILE IN SHIPMENT
On 10/10/2002, the licensee received notification from FedEx that their Troxler Gauge (Model No. 3321, Serial No. 446 with 10 millicuries Americium 241) could not be located. The gauge was being shipped via FedEx from Colorado on 10/2/2002 for arrival in California on 10/4/2002. FedEx stated that the last confirmed location was in FedEx's Denver facility, but did not know exactly when it was lost. FedEx stated that the shipping container handle with attached shipping papers had come loose from the container and was found on their conveyor belt, but not the container itself. FedEx is continuing to locate the gauge. The licensee has not made any other notifications.
Contacted R1 DO (John White) and NMSS (Fred Brown)
* * * UPDATE ON 10/11/02 AT 1608 EDT FROM DANIEL SHARP TO MIKE RIPLEY * * *
Mr. Sharp reported that the missing Troxler gauge was located by the shipper, Fed Ex , in Memphis, TN. Fed Ex will resend the gauge to the intended recipient.
Notified R1DO (John White) and NMSS (John Hickey)
On 10/10/2002, the licensee received notification from FedEx that their Troxler Gauge (Model No. 3321, Serial No. 446 with 10 millicuries Americium 241) could not be located. The gauge was being shipped via FedEx from Colorado on 10/2/2002 for arrival in California on 10/4/2002. FedEx stated that the last confirmed location was in FedEx's Denver facility, but did not know exactly when it was lost. FedEx stated that the shipping container handle with attached shipping papers had come loose from the container and was found on their conveyor belt, but not the container itself. FedEx is continuing to locate the gauge. The licensee has not made any other notifications.
Contacted R1 DO (John White) and NMSS (Fred Brown)
* * * UPDATE ON 10/11/02 AT 1608 EDT FROM DANIEL SHARP TO MIKE RIPLEY * * *
Mr. Sharp reported that the missing Troxler gauge was located by the shipper, Fed Ex , in Memphis, TN. Fed Ex will resend the gauge to the intended recipient.
Notified R1DO (John White) and NMSS (John Hickey)