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Event Notification Report for December 28, 2015

U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission
Operations Center

EVENT REPORTS FOR
12/27/2015 - 12/28/2015

EVENT NUMBERS
51625

Power Reactor
Event Number: 51625
Facility: HARRIS
Region: 2     State: NC
Unit: [1] [] []
RX Type: [1] W-3-LP
NRC Notified By: SCOTT ANDERSON
HQ OPS Officer: DONG HWA PARK
Notification Date: 12/28/2015
Notification Time: 22:57 [ET]
Event Date: 12/28/2015
Event Time: 16:45 [EST]
Last Update Date: 12/28/2015
Emergency Class: NON EMERGENCY
10 CFR Section:
50.72(b)(3)(xiii) - LOSS COMM/ASMT/RESPONSE
Person (Organization):
GEORGE HOPPER (R2DO)
Power Reactor Unit Info
Unit SCRAM Code RX Crit Initial PWR Initial RX Mode Current PWR Current RX Mode
1 N Y 100 Power Operation 100 Power Operation
Event Text
LOSS OF EMERGENCY ASSESSMENT CAPABILITY DUE TO FUNCTIONALITY OF TECHNICAL SUPPORT CENTER VENTILATION

"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) as the discovered condition affects the functionality of an emergency response facility.

"A condition impacting functionality of technical support center [TSC] ventilation system was discovered on December 28, 2015, at 1645 [EST]. The issue could result in higher temperatures than normal for a working environment.

"If an emergency is declared requiring TSC activation, the TSC will be staffed and activated using existing emergency planning procedures. Relocation will be considered based upon temperature and radiological conditions. Repairs will be prioritized, but a firm schedule for resolution is not available at this time.

"This condition does not affect the health and safety of the public or station employees.

"The NRC Resident Inspector has been notified."