Event Notification Report for August 28, 2013
U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission
Operations Center
EVENT REPORTS FOR
08/27/2013 - 08/28/2013
EVENT NUMBERS
49311
Power Reactor
Event Number: 49311
Facility: CATAWBA
Region: 2 State: SC
Unit: [1] [2] []
RX Type: [1] W-4-LP,[2] W-4-LP
NRC Notified By: THOMAS GARRISON
HQ OPS Officer: JOHN SHOEMAKER
Region: 2 State: SC
Unit: [1] [2] []
RX Type: [1] W-4-LP,[2] W-4-LP
NRC Notified By: THOMAS GARRISON
HQ OPS Officer: JOHN SHOEMAKER
Notification Date: 08/28/2013
Notification Time: 03:20 [ET]
Event Date: 08/28/2013
Event Time: 01:48 [EDT]
Last Update Date: 08/28/2013
Notification Time: 03:20 [ET]
Event Date: 08/28/2013
Event Time: 01:48 [EDT]
Last Update Date: 08/28/2013
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):
ANTHONY MASTERS (R2DO)
ANTHONY MASTERS (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 VENTILATION SYSTEM OUT OF SERVICE DUE TO PLANNED MAINTENANCE
"This is a non-emergency eight hour notification for a loss of Emergency Assessment Capability. This event is reportable in accordance with 10 CFR 50.72(b)(3)(xiii) because the work activity affects the functionality of an emergency response facility. Planned maintenance activities are being performed on 08/28/13 in the Technical Support Center (TSC) HVAC.
"The work includes performance of planned outside air intake valve electrical troubleshooting. The planned work activity duration is approximately 16 hours.
"If an emergency is declared requiring TSC activation during period, the TSC will be staffed and activated using existing emergency planning procedure unless the TSC becomes uninhabitable due to ambient temperature, radiological, or other conditions. If relocation of the TSC becomes necessary, the Emergency Director will relocate the TSC staff to an alternate location in accordance with applicable site procedures.
"The Emergency Response Organization team has been notified of the maintenance and the possible need to relocate during an emergency.
"The NRC Resident Inspector has been notified.
"The event poses no threat to the public or station employees."
"This is a non-emergency eight hour notification for a loss of Emergency Assessment Capability. This event is reportable in accordance with 10 CFR 50.72(b)(3)(xiii) because the work activity affects the functionality of an emergency response facility. Planned maintenance activities are being performed on 08/28/13 in the Technical Support Center (TSC) HVAC.
"The work includes performance of planned outside air intake valve electrical troubleshooting. The planned work activity duration is approximately 16 hours.
"If an emergency is declared requiring TSC activation during period, the TSC will be staffed and activated using existing emergency planning procedure unless the TSC becomes uninhabitable due to ambient temperature, radiological, or other conditions. If relocation of the TSC becomes necessary, the Emergency Director will relocate the TSC staff to an alternate location in accordance with applicable site procedures.
"The Emergency Response Organization team has been notified of the maintenance and the possible need to relocate during an emergency.
"The NRC Resident Inspector has been notified.
"The event poses no threat to the public or station employees."