Event Notification Report for September 05, 2012
U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission
Operations Center
EVENT REPORTS FOR
09/04/2012 - 09/05/2012
EVENT NUMBERS
4828448276482784827948365
Power Reactor
Event Number: 48284
Facility: OCONEE
Region: 2 State: SC
Unit: [] [] [3]
RX Type: [1] B&W-L-LP,[2] B&W-L-LP,[3] B&W-L-LP
NRC Notified By: ERIC J DOYLE
HQ OPS Officer: MARK ABRAMOVITZ
Region: 2 State: SC
Unit: [] [] [3]
RX Type: [1] B&W-L-LP,[2] B&W-L-LP,[3] B&W-L-LP
NRC Notified By: ERIC J DOYLE
HQ OPS Officer: MARK ABRAMOVITZ
Notification Date: 09/06/2012
Notification Time: 23:28 [ET]
Event Date: 09/05/2012
Event Time: 20:06 [EDT]
Last Update Date: 09/06/2012
Notification Time: 23:28 [ET]
Event Date: 09/05/2012
Event Time: 20:06 [EDT]
Last Update Date: 09/06/2012
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):
MARK LESSER (R2DO)
MARK LESSER (R2DO)
| Unit | SCRAM Code | RX Crit | Initial PWR | Initial RX Mode | Current PWR | Current RX Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | N | Y | 100 | Power Operation | 100 | Power Operation |
INOPERABLE ACCIDENT RADIATION MONITORS
"This is a non-emergency report. No actual event has occurred.
"At 2006 EDT, on 9/5/2012, Oconee Nuclear Station Operations declared the radiation monitors out of service for Low Gas Unit Vent monitoring (3RIA-45) and High Gas Unit monitoring (3RIA-46) when the Unit 3 Vent Skid lost its internal memory during a monthly PM to replace the filter cartridge. These monitors are used for determination of Emergency Action Levels (EALs) in ALL modes.
"Oconee Nuclear Station did not initially recognize that criteria for reporting in accordance with 10 CFR 50.72 (b)(3)(xiii) (Major Loss of Emergency Preparedness Capabilities) was met and acknowledge this notification is outside of the eight (8) hour notification window.
"There is no adverse impact on nuclear safety. Redundant methods for sampling and determination of activity levels were implemented per SLC 16.11.3.
"This report is submitted based upon a loss of emergency assessment capability in accordance with 50.72(b)(3)(xiii).
"Redundant methodology was employed [when the inoperable status was recognized].
"Repair and restoration of the effected radiation monitors was completed at 2145 on 9/6/2012.
"The NRC Resident Inspector has been informed."
"This is a non-emergency report. No actual event has occurred.
"At 2006 EDT, on 9/5/2012, Oconee Nuclear Station Operations declared the radiation monitors out of service for Low Gas Unit Vent monitoring (3RIA-45) and High Gas Unit monitoring (3RIA-46) when the Unit 3 Vent Skid lost its internal memory during a monthly PM to replace the filter cartridge. These monitors are used for determination of Emergency Action Levels (EALs) in ALL modes.
"Oconee Nuclear Station did not initially recognize that criteria for reporting in accordance with 10 CFR 50.72 (b)(3)(xiii) (Major Loss of Emergency Preparedness Capabilities) was met and acknowledge this notification is outside of the eight (8) hour notification window.
"There is no adverse impact on nuclear safety. Redundant methods for sampling and determination of activity levels were implemented per SLC 16.11.3.
"This report is submitted based upon a loss of emergency assessment capability in accordance with 50.72(b)(3)(xiii).
"Redundant methodology was employed [when the inoperable status was recognized].
"Repair and restoration of the effected radiation monitors was completed at 2145 on 9/6/2012.
"The NRC Resident Inspector has been informed."
Power Reactor
Event Number: 48276
Facility: MCGUIRE
Region: 2 State: NC
Unit: [1] [2] []
RX Type: [1] W-4-LP,[2] W-4-LP
NRC Notified By: MICHAEL RICHARDSON
HQ OPS Officer: HOWIE CROUCH
Region: 2 State: NC
Unit: [1] [2] []
RX Type: [1] W-4-LP,[2] W-4-LP
NRC Notified By: MICHAEL RICHARDSON
HQ OPS Officer: HOWIE CROUCH
Notification Date: 09/05/2012
Notification Time: 10:54 [ET]
Event Date: 09/05/2012
Event Time: 10:40 [EDT]
Last Update Date: 09/05/2012
Notification Time: 10:54 [ET]
Event Date: 09/05/2012
Event Time: 10:40 [EDT]
Last Update Date: 09/05/2012
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):
MARK LESSER (R2DO)
MARK LESSER (R2DO)
| 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 |
TECHNICAL SUPPORT CENTER OUT OF SERVICE DUE TO PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE ON HVAC SYSTEM
"This [report] is being issued in advance of a planned activity. Today, 9/5/2012, the (TSC) Technical Support Center Emergency Ventilation System will be removed from service to support preventative maintenance activities. The Emergency Ventilation System will not be available and cannot be restored within the time period (75 minutes) required to staff and activate the Emergency Response Organization (ERO). This work is scheduled to complete today.
"If an emergency is declared and the TSC ERO activation is required, the TSC will be staffed and activated unless the TSC becomes uninhabitable due to ambient temperature, radiological conditions, or other conditions. If relocation of the TSC staff becomes necessary, the Station Emergency Director will relocate the staff to an alternate TSC location.
"The licensee has notified the NRC Resident Inspector."
"This [report] is being issued in advance of a planned activity. Today, 9/5/2012, the (TSC) Technical Support Center Emergency Ventilation System will be removed from service to support preventative maintenance activities. The Emergency Ventilation System will not be available and cannot be restored within the time period (75 minutes) required to staff and activate the Emergency Response Organization (ERO). This work is scheduled to complete today.
"If an emergency is declared and the TSC ERO activation is required, the TSC will be staffed and activated unless the TSC becomes uninhabitable due to ambient temperature, radiological conditions, or other conditions. If relocation of the TSC staff becomes necessary, the Station Emergency Director will relocate the staff to an alternate TSC location.
"The licensee has notified the NRC Resident Inspector."
Power Reactor
Event Number: 48278
Facility: BYRON
Region: 3 State: IL
Unit: [1] [2] []
RX Type: [1] W-4-LP,[2] W-4-LP
NRC Notified By: MIKE LINDEMANN
HQ OPS Officer: BILL HUFFMAN
Region: 3 State: IL
Unit: [1] [2] []
RX Type: [1] W-4-LP,[2] W-4-LP
NRC Notified By: MIKE LINDEMANN
HQ OPS Officer: BILL HUFFMAN
Notification Date: 09/05/2012
Notification Time: 16:32 [ET]
Event Date: 09/05/2012
Event Time: 12:25 [CDT]
Last Update Date: 09/05/2012
Notification Time: 16:32 [ET]
Event Date: 09/05/2012
Event Time: 12:25 [CDT]
Last Update Date: 09/05/2012
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):
KENNETH RIEMER (R3DO)
KENNETH RIEMER (R3DO)
| Unit | SCRAM Code | RX Crit | Initial PWR | Initial RX Mode | Current PWR | Current RX Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | N | Y | 91 | Power Operation | 91 | Power Operation |
| 2 | N | Y | 95 | Power Operation | 95 | Power Operation |
OFFSITE NOTIFICATION OF SODIUM HYPOCHLORITE SPILL
"At 1225 on 9/5/12, the Main Control Room received a report of a Sodium Hypochlorite spill estimated at 100 gallons at the Byron Circulating Water Pump House. The spill was caused by a leak from the hose of the Chemical Delivery truck.
"A spill of greater than 80 gallons of Sodium Hypochlorite is considered a reportable quantity.
"The spill was reported to the Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) in accordance with 29 IAC 430.30 and 35 IAC 750.304, and the National Response Center in accordance with 40 CFR 302.6.
"Notification to IEMA was performed at 1235 on 9/5/12, and notification to the National Response Center was performed at 1245 on 9/5/12.
"The notifications to other government agencies is reportable to the NRC in accordance with 10 CFR 50.72(b)(2)(xi)."
The licensee has notified the NRC Resident Inspector.
"At 1225 on 9/5/12, the Main Control Room received a report of a Sodium Hypochlorite spill estimated at 100 gallons at the Byron Circulating Water Pump House. The spill was caused by a leak from the hose of the Chemical Delivery truck.
"A spill of greater than 80 gallons of Sodium Hypochlorite is considered a reportable quantity.
"The spill was reported to the Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) in accordance with 29 IAC 430.30 and 35 IAC 750.304, and the National Response Center in accordance with 40 CFR 302.6.
"Notification to IEMA was performed at 1235 on 9/5/12, and notification to the National Response Center was performed at 1245 on 9/5/12.
"The notifications to other government agencies is reportable to the NRC in accordance with 10 CFR 50.72(b)(2)(xi)."
The licensee has notified the NRC Resident Inspector.
Power Reactor
Event Number: 48279
Facility: MILLSTONE
Region: 1 State: CT
Unit: [] [2] []
RX Type: [1] GE-3,[2] CE,[3] W-4-LP
NRC Notified By: DAVE BURLEY
HQ OPS Officer: BILL HUFFMAN
Region: 1 State: CT
Unit: [] [2] []
RX Type: [1] GE-3,[2] CE,[3] W-4-LP
NRC Notified By: DAVE BURLEY
HQ OPS Officer: BILL HUFFMAN
Notification Date: 09/05/2012
Notification Time: 17:10 [ET]
Event Date: 09/05/2012
Event Time: 13:25 [EDT]
Last Update Date: 09/05/2012
Notification Time: 17:10 [ET]
Event Date: 09/05/2012
Event Time: 13:25 [EDT]
Last Update Date: 09/05/2012
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):
RICHARD CONTE (R1DO)
RICHARD CONTE (R1DO)
| Unit | SCRAM Code | RX Crit | Initial PWR | Initial RX Mode | Current PWR | Current RX Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | N | Y | 100 | Power Operation | 100 | Power Operation |
OFFSITE NOTIFICATION OF SMALL OIL SPILL
A small amount of oil spilled from a forklift hydraulic oil connection. The amount was estimated at about 1 quart. The release has been terminated. However, the oil was washed into the navigable waterway at the site by heavy rains and as indicated by an oil sheen that was observed. Oil booms have been distributed around the sheen to contain the oil and prevent its spread to the environment.
The licensee reported this spill to the Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection and the Waterford Dispatch.
The licensee has notified the NRC Resident Inspector.
A small amount of oil spilled from a forklift hydraulic oil connection. The amount was estimated at about 1 quart. The release has been terminated. However, the oil was washed into the navigable waterway at the site by heavy rains and as indicated by an oil sheen that was observed. Oil booms have been distributed around the sheen to contain the oil and prevent its spread to the environment.
The licensee reported this spill to the Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection and the Waterford Dispatch.
The licensee has notified the NRC Resident Inspector.
Agreement State
Event Number: 48365
Rep Org: LOUISIANA RADIATION PROTECTION DIV
Licensee: IRIS NDT MATRIX
Region: 4
City: BATON ROUGE State: LA
County:
License #: LA-12236-L01
Agreement: Y
Docket:
NRC Notified By: JOE NOBLE
HQ OPS Officer: JOHN KNOKE
Licensee: IRIS NDT MATRIX
Region: 4
City: BATON ROUGE State: LA
County:
License #: LA-12236-L01
Agreement: Y
Docket:
NRC Notified By: JOE NOBLE
HQ OPS Officer: JOHN KNOKE
Notification Date: 10/01/2012
Notification Time: 16:15 [ET]
Event Date: 09/05/2012
Event Time: 10:45 [CDT]
Last Update Date: 10/01/2012
Notification Time: 16:15 [ET]
Event Date: 09/05/2012
Event Time: 10:45 [CDT]
Last Update Date: 10/01/2012
Emergency Class: NON EMERGENCY
10 CFR Section:
10 CFR Section:
Person (Organization):
DALE POWERS (R4DO)
FSME EVENT RESOURCE (EMAI)
DALE POWERS (R4DO)
FSME EVENT RESOURCE (EMAI)
AGREEMENT STATE REPORT - RADIOGRAPHY CAMERA SOURCE UNABLE TO BE RETRACTED
The following information was provided from the State of Louisiana via facsimile:
"IRISNDT dispatched a radiography crew to Marathon Petroleum on September 5, 2012. The crew set up and began work around 6:30 am. The crew worked with a camera, associated equipment, and a collimator for hours before there was a problem. [At 1045 CDT] the source setup was about 15 feet up above the ground in the pipe rack when the source would not return into the shielded position. After several attempts to retrieve the source, the RSO was notified. The crew was instructed to secure the barricade at the 2 mR distance and maintain observing the area until the RSO could arrive. The RSO arrived and secured the source into the exposure device's shielded position.
"The equipment, QSA Global Delta 880, s/n# D6460, the source is s/n# 86363B ...Ir-192, last leak tested on 08/07/2012. The investigation concluded a gear in the crank assembly was damaged and it caused the drive cable to jam. The assembly was red tagged and removed from service. Event exposures were 29 mR [Radiographer Trainer], 6 mR [Radiographer Trainee] and 2.4 mR [RSO]."
Louisiana Event Report ID No. LA1200004.
The following information was provided from the State of Louisiana via facsimile:
"IRISNDT dispatched a radiography crew to Marathon Petroleum on September 5, 2012. The crew set up and began work around 6:30 am. The crew worked with a camera, associated equipment, and a collimator for hours before there was a problem. [At 1045 CDT] the source setup was about 15 feet up above the ground in the pipe rack when the source would not return into the shielded position. After several attempts to retrieve the source, the RSO was notified. The crew was instructed to secure the barricade at the 2 mR distance and maintain observing the area until the RSO could arrive. The RSO arrived and secured the source into the exposure device's shielded position.
"The equipment, QSA Global Delta 880, s/n# D6460, the source is s/n# 86363B ...Ir-192, last leak tested on 08/07/2012. The investigation concluded a gear in the crank assembly was damaged and it caused the drive cable to jam. The assembly was red tagged and removed from service. Event exposures were 29 mR [Radiographer Trainer], 6 mR [Radiographer Trainee] and 2.4 mR [RSO]."
Louisiana Event Report ID No. LA1200004.