Event Notification Report for January 14, 2013
U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission
Operations Center
EVENT REPORTS FOR
01/13/2013 - 01/14/2013
EVENT NUMBERS
486704867248673486744867548707
Power Reactor
Event Number: 48670
Facility: HARRIS
Region: 2 State: NC
Unit: [1] [] []
RX Type: [1] W-3-LP
NRC Notified By: RICHARD HONEYCUTT
HQ OPS Officer: RYAN ALEXANDER
Region: 2 State: NC
Unit: [1] [] []
RX Type: [1] W-3-LP
NRC Notified By: RICHARD HONEYCUTT
HQ OPS Officer: RYAN ALEXANDER
Notification Date: 01/14/2013
Notification Time: 08:44 [ET]
Event Date: 01/14/2013
Event Time: 08:40 [EST]
Last Update Date: 01/14/2013
Notification Time: 08:44 [ET]
Event Date: 01/14/2013
Event Time: 08:40 [EST]
Last Update Date: 01/14/2013
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 FRANKE (R2DO)
MARK FRANKE (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 |
LOSS OF ASSESSMENT CAPABILITY - RADIATION MONITORS INOPERABLE FOR PRE-PLANNED MAINTENANCE
"This is a non-emergency notification. At approximately 08:40 EST on January 14, 2013, radiation monitor RM-01TV-3547-1, Waste Processing Building Vent Stack 5A Wide Range Gas Monitor (WRGM) will be declared inoperable for pre-planned maintenance. MST-I0377, WPB Stack 5A Accident Monitor Channel Calibration will be performed. The maintenance activity is expected to complete January 15, 2013.
"This radiation monitor is necessary for accident assessment and is credited for Emergency Action Level (EAL) classification in the Harris Nuclear Plant Emergency Plan. Inability to classify an EAL due to an out of service monitor is considered a loss of accident assessment capability and is reportable per 10 CFR 50.72(b)(3)(xiii) as described in NUREG-1022, Rev. 2. This condition does not affect the health of safety of the public or the operation of the facility.
"The NRC Resident Inspectors have been notified."
"This is a non-emergency notification. At approximately 08:40 EST on January 14, 2013, radiation monitor RM-01TV-3547-1, Waste Processing Building Vent Stack 5A Wide Range Gas Monitor (WRGM) will be declared inoperable for pre-planned maintenance. MST-I0377, WPB Stack 5A Accident Monitor Channel Calibration will be performed. The maintenance activity is expected to complete January 15, 2013.
"This radiation monitor is necessary for accident assessment and is credited for Emergency Action Level (EAL) classification in the Harris Nuclear Plant Emergency Plan. Inability to classify an EAL due to an out of service monitor is considered a loss of accident assessment capability and is reportable per 10 CFR 50.72(b)(3)(xiii) as described in NUREG-1022, Rev. 2. This condition does not affect the health of safety of the public or the operation of the facility.
"The NRC Resident Inspectors have been notified."
Power Reactor
Event Number: 48672
Facility: FARLEY
Region: 2 State: AL
Unit: [1] [2] []
RX Type: [1] W-3-LP,[2] W-3-LP
NRC Notified By: CHARLES BAREFIELD
HQ OPS Officer: STEVE SANDIN
Region: 2 State: AL
Unit: [1] [2] []
RX Type: [1] W-3-LP,[2] W-3-LP
NRC Notified By: CHARLES BAREFIELD
HQ OPS Officer: STEVE SANDIN
Notification Date: 01/14/2013
Notification Time: 17:52 [ET]
Event Date: 01/14/2013
Event Time: 12:55 [CST]
Last Update Date: 01/14/2013
Notification Time: 17:52 [ET]
Event Date: 01/14/2013
Event Time: 12:55 [CST]
Last Update Date: 01/14/2013
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 FRANKE (R2DO)
MARK FRANKE (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 FAILED AIR CONDITIONING BELT
"The facility Technical Support Center (TSC) was rendered non-functional due to a malfunctioning TSC ventilation system. The TSC HVAC Air Handling Unit fan belt broke rendering the air conditioning non functional. Repairs have been completed and the unit has been returned to service however, the out of service time was greater than 30 minutes which by the station's reporting procedures is an 8 hour non-emergency report. The out of service time was from 1225 to 1630 [CST].
"Compensatory measures per site procedure FNP-0-EIP-6.0 (TSC Setup and Activation) for maintaining emergency assessment, off-site response, and off-site communication capabilities were immediately put in place. These measures include the conditional relocation of the TSC staff in the event of a declared emergency if the Emergency Director deems the TSC to be uninhabitable."
The licensee informed the NRC Resident Inspector.
"The facility Technical Support Center (TSC) was rendered non-functional due to a malfunctioning TSC ventilation system. The TSC HVAC Air Handling Unit fan belt broke rendering the air conditioning non functional. Repairs have been completed and the unit has been returned to service however, the out of service time was greater than 30 minutes which by the station's reporting procedures is an 8 hour non-emergency report. The out of service time was from 1225 to 1630 [CST].
"Compensatory measures per site procedure FNP-0-EIP-6.0 (TSC Setup and Activation) for maintaining emergency assessment, off-site response, and off-site communication capabilities were immediately put in place. These measures include the conditional relocation of the TSC staff in the event of a declared emergency if the Emergency Director deems the TSC to be uninhabitable."
The licensee informed the NRC Resident Inspector.
Power Reactor
Event Number: 48673
Facility: GRAND GULF
Region: 4 State: MS
Unit: [1] [] []
RX Type: [1] GE-6
NRC Notified By: HARDY FARRIS
HQ OPS Officer: VINCE KLCO
Region: 4 State: MS
Unit: [1] [] []
RX Type: [1] GE-6
NRC Notified By: HARDY FARRIS
HQ OPS Officer: VINCE KLCO
Notification Date: 01/14/2013
Notification Time: 22:04 [ET]
Event Date: 01/14/2013
Event Time: 18:05 [CST]
Last Update Date: 01/14/2013
Notification Time: 22:04 [ET]
Event Date: 01/14/2013
Event Time: 18:05 [CST]
Last Update Date: 01/14/2013
Emergency Class: NON EMERGENCY
10 CFR Section:
50.72(b)(2)(iv)(B) - RPS ACTUATION - CRITICAL
10 CFR Section:
50.72(b)(2)(iv)(B) - RPS ACTUATION - CRITICAL
Person (Organization):
MICHAEL VASQUEZ (R4DO)
MICHAEL VASQUEZ (R4DO)
| Unit | SCRAM Code | RX Crit | Initial PWR | Initial RX Mode | Current PWR | Current RX Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | A/R | Y | 100 | Power Operation | 0 | Hot Shutdown |
AUTOMATIC REACTOR SCRAM FROM 100% POWER DUE TO A TURBINE/GENERATOR TRIP
"Actuation of RPS [Reactor Protection System] with reactor critical. The Reactor Scram occurred at 1805 [CST] 01/14/13 from 100% CTP [Core Thermal Power]. The cause of scram appears to be a Turbine Generator Trip.
"05-S-01-EP-2 RPV Control, Reactor Scram ONEP [Off Normal Event Procedure] 05-1-02-I-1, and Turbine and Generator Trips ONEP 05-1-02-1-2 were entered to mitigate the transient with all systems responding as designed. No loss of offsite or ESF power occurred. No ECCS initiation signals were reached and no ECCS or Diesel Generator initiation occurred.
"All control rods are fully inserted. MSIVs remained open and SRVs lifted and reseated as designed. Currently, reactor water level is being maintained by the Condensate and Feedwater system in the normal band and reactor pressure is being controlled via Main Turbine Bypass valves to the main condenser. There are no challenges to Primary or Secondary Containment at this time."
The licensee notified the NRC Resident Inspector.
"Actuation of RPS [Reactor Protection System] with reactor critical. The Reactor Scram occurred at 1805 [CST] 01/14/13 from 100% CTP [Core Thermal Power]. The cause of scram appears to be a Turbine Generator Trip.
"05-S-01-EP-2 RPV Control, Reactor Scram ONEP [Off Normal Event Procedure] 05-1-02-I-1, and Turbine and Generator Trips ONEP 05-1-02-1-2 were entered to mitigate the transient with all systems responding as designed. No loss of offsite or ESF power occurred. No ECCS initiation signals were reached and no ECCS or Diesel Generator initiation occurred.
"All control rods are fully inserted. MSIVs remained open and SRVs lifted and reseated as designed. Currently, reactor water level is being maintained by the Condensate and Feedwater system in the normal band and reactor pressure is being controlled via Main Turbine Bypass valves to the main condenser. There are no challenges to Primary or Secondary Containment at this time."
The licensee notified the NRC Resident Inspector.
Agreement State
Event Number: 48674
Rep Org: TENNESSEE DIV OF RAD HEALTH
Licensee: METHODIST UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
Region: 1
City: MEMPHIS State: TN
County:
License #: R-79027-H-15
Agreement: Y
Docket:
NRC Notified By: LAURA TURNER
HQ OPS Officer: VINCE KLCO
Licensee: METHODIST UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
Region: 1
City: MEMPHIS State: TN
County:
License #: R-79027-H-15
Agreement: Y
Docket:
NRC Notified By: LAURA TURNER
HQ OPS Officer: VINCE KLCO
Notification Date: 01/15/2013
Notification Time: 12:45 [ET]
Event Date: 01/14/2013
Event Time: 12:15 [EST]
Last Update Date: 01/15/2013
Notification Time: 12:45 [ET]
Event Date: 01/14/2013
Event Time: 12:15 [EST]
Last Update Date: 01/15/2013
Emergency Class: NON EMERGENCY
10 CFR Section:
10 CFR Section:
Person (Organization):
JOHN ROGGE (R1DO)
FSME_RESOURCES (EMAI)
JOHN ROGGE (R1DO)
FSME_RESOURCES (EMAI)
AGREEMENT STATE REPORT- SOURCE STUCK IN A TRANSFER TUBE
The following information was received by email:
"On Monday, January 14, 2013, the [State of Tennessee] Division of Radiological Health received a report from Methodist University Hospital regarding a stuck HDR source. A patient was to be treated with the high dose rate remote afterloader (Nucletron model 105.999) on January 14th. The radiation source became stuck in the applicator/transfer tube at the beginning of treatment before reaching the patient. The physicists and physician followed the policy and procedure for removal of the source and tubing. The source was placed in a shielded container. A Nucletron engineer was notified by phone and arrived at 1600 CST, but was unable to dislodge the source from the transfer tube. The source and transfer tube will be sent back to Nucletron and replacements have been ordered. A written report is being prepared and will be sent to the Division of Radiological Health. Inspectors from the Memphis field office will follow-up on this incident and will continue to keep NRC informed of the status of our investigation."
Tennessee Event: TN-13-013
The following information was received by email:
"On Monday, January 14, 2013, the [State of Tennessee] Division of Radiological Health received a report from Methodist University Hospital regarding a stuck HDR source. A patient was to be treated with the high dose rate remote afterloader (Nucletron model 105.999) on January 14th. The radiation source became stuck in the applicator/transfer tube at the beginning of treatment before reaching the patient. The physicists and physician followed the policy and procedure for removal of the source and tubing. The source was placed in a shielded container. A Nucletron engineer was notified by phone and arrived at 1600 CST, but was unable to dislodge the source from the transfer tube. The source and transfer tube will be sent back to Nucletron and replacements have been ordered. A written report is being prepared and will be sent to the Division of Radiological Health. Inspectors from the Memphis field office will follow-up on this incident and will continue to keep NRC informed of the status of our investigation."
Tennessee Event: TN-13-013
Non-Agreement State
Event Number: 48675
Rep Org: DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY
Licensee: DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY
Region: 1
City: NEW CUMBERLAND State: PA
County:
License #: 37-30062-01
Agreement: Y
Docket:
NRC Notified By: DAVID COLLINS
HQ OPS Officer: VINCE KLCO
Licensee: DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY
Region: 1
City: NEW CUMBERLAND State: PA
County:
License #: 37-30062-01
Agreement: Y
Docket:
NRC Notified By: DAVID COLLINS
HQ OPS Officer: VINCE KLCO
Notification Date: 01/15/2013
Notification Time: 17:54 [ET]
Event Date: 01/14/2013
Event Time: 00:00 [EST]
Last Update Date: 01/15/2013
Notification Time: 17:54 [ET]
Event Date: 01/14/2013
Event Time: 00:00 [EST]
Last Update Date: 01/15/2013
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 ROGGE (R1DO)
MICHAEL VASQUEZ (R4DO)
FSME EVENTS (EMAI)
GARY LANGLIE (ILTA)
MEXICO VIA FAX
JOHN ROGGE (R1DO)
MICHAEL VASQUEZ (R4DO)
FSME EVENTS (EMAI)
GARY LANGLIE (ILTA)
MEXICO VIA FAX
POTENTIAL THEFT OF PRESSURE INDICATOR CONTAINING SR-90 SOURCE
"An item was processed for shipment [from Norfolk, VA] to the manufacturer for repair and was delivered to a contracted carrier on 9 January 2013. The carrier notified the government representative on Monday, 14 January 2013, reporting that the subject material was involved in a police investigation for a potential theft in Riverside, CA. The government contractor reported the loss of freight to the depot who reported the incident to the DLA [Defense Logistics Agency] Distribution Radiation Safety Officer at 1503 hrs on 15 January 2013.
"DLA Distribution [Norfolk, VA] will work with all parties to obtain further information related to this incident and update the NRC as information becomes available."
The shipped item is a pressure indicator [NSN#6620-01-125-8904] containing a Sr-90 source (500 microCuries).
DLA Incident Number: 2013-DLA-001
THIS MATERIAL EVENT CONTAINS A "LESS THAN CAT 3" LEVEL OF RADIOACTIVE MATERIAL
Sources that are "Less than IAEA Category 3 sources," are either sources that are very unlikely to cause permanent injury to individuals or contain a very small amount of radioactive material that would not cause any permanent injury. Some of these sources, such as moisture density gauges or thickness gauges that are Category 4, the amount of unshielded radioactive material, if not safely managed or securely protected, could possibly - although it is unlikely - temporarily injure someone who handled it or were otherwise in contact with it, or who were close to it for a period of many weeks. For additional information go to http://www-pub.iaea.org/MTCD/publications/PDF/Pub1227_web.pdf
"An item was processed for shipment [from Norfolk, VA] to the manufacturer for repair and was delivered to a contracted carrier on 9 January 2013. The carrier notified the government representative on Monday, 14 January 2013, reporting that the subject material was involved in a police investigation for a potential theft in Riverside, CA. The government contractor reported the loss of freight to the depot who reported the incident to the DLA [Defense Logistics Agency] Distribution Radiation Safety Officer at 1503 hrs on 15 January 2013.
"DLA Distribution [Norfolk, VA] will work with all parties to obtain further information related to this incident and update the NRC as information becomes available."
The shipped item is a pressure indicator [NSN#6620-01-125-8904] containing a Sr-90 source (500 microCuries).
DLA Incident Number: 2013-DLA-001
THIS MATERIAL EVENT CONTAINS A "LESS THAN CAT 3" LEVEL OF RADIOACTIVE MATERIAL
Sources that are "Less than IAEA Category 3 sources," are either sources that are very unlikely to cause permanent injury to individuals or contain a very small amount of radioactive material that would not cause any permanent injury. Some of these sources, such as moisture density gauges or thickness gauges that are Category 4, the amount of unshielded radioactive material, if not safely managed or securely protected, could possibly - although it is unlikely - temporarily injure someone who handled it or were otherwise in contact with it, or who were close to it for a period of many weeks. For additional information go to http://www-pub.iaea.org/MTCD/publications/PDF/Pub1227_web.pdf
Agreement State
Event Number: 48707
Rep Org: PA BUREAU OF RADIATION PROTECTION
Licensee: UNIVERSAL WELL SERVICES
Region: 1
City: State: PA
County: LYCOMING
License #: PA-1446
Agreement: Y
Docket:
NRC Notified By: JOSEPH M. MELNIC
HQ OPS Officer: DONG HWA PARK
Licensee: UNIVERSAL WELL SERVICES
Region: 1
City: State: PA
County: LYCOMING
License #: PA-1446
Agreement: Y
Docket:
NRC Notified By: JOSEPH M. MELNIC
HQ OPS Officer: DONG HWA PARK
Notification Date: 01/30/2013
Notification Time: 08:17 [ET]
Event Date: 01/14/2013
Event Time: 00:00 [EST]
Last Update Date: 01/30/2013
Notification Time: 08:17 [ET]
Event Date: 01/14/2013
Event Time: 00:00 [EST]
Last Update Date: 01/30/2013
Emergency Class: NON EMERGENCY
10 CFR Section:
10 CFR Section:
Person (Organization):
RONALD BELLAMY (R1DO)
FSME EVENTS RESOURCE (EMAI)
RONALD BELLAMY (R1DO)
FSME EVENTS RESOURCE (EMAI)
AGREEMENT STATE REPORT - SHUTTER FAILURE
The following was received from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania via facsimile:
"On January 15, 2013, the licensee sent notification via email to the Central Office [PA Bureau of Radiation Protection] about an event that took place on January 14, 2013. This email was received by Central Office [PA Bureau of Radiation Protection] on January 16, 2013. It is reportable within 24 hours under 10CFR30.50(b)(2).
"During use of the gauge, the density readings were not as anticipated. The electronic technicians replaced the detector with no change in output. Based on the output readings, the suspicion is that the shutter is closed and cannot be opened. The gauge has been taken out of service and stored securely in their Meadville Warehouse.
"The device is identified as:
Manufacturer: Berthold Technologies USA, LLC
Model: LB 8010
Serial #: 10185
Source Serial #: 1160/10
Isotope: Cs-137
Activity: 20 mCi
"The manufacturer is being contacted to investigate and perform repairs if needed. A reactive inspection will be performed by the Department [PA Bureau of Radiation Protection]."
Event Report No: PA 130002
The following was received from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania via facsimile:
"On January 15, 2013, the licensee sent notification via email to the Central Office [PA Bureau of Radiation Protection] about an event that took place on January 14, 2013. This email was received by Central Office [PA Bureau of Radiation Protection] on January 16, 2013. It is reportable within 24 hours under 10CFR30.50(b)(2).
"During use of the gauge, the density readings were not as anticipated. The electronic technicians replaced the detector with no change in output. Based on the output readings, the suspicion is that the shutter is closed and cannot be opened. The gauge has been taken out of service and stored securely in their Meadville Warehouse.
"The device is identified as:
Manufacturer: Berthold Technologies USA, LLC
Model: LB 8010
Serial #: 10185
Source Serial #: 1160/10
Isotope: Cs-137
Activity: 20 mCi
"The manufacturer is being contacted to investigate and perform repairs if needed. A reactive inspection will be performed by the Department [PA Bureau of Radiation Protection]."
Event Report No: PA 130002