This session will discuss initiatives to improve efficiency and effectiveness of generic technical specification (TS) amendment models for Standard Technical Specifications through the use of Technical Specification Task Force (TSTF) Travelers. Industry initiatives using TSTF Travelers have been adopted via plant-specific TS submittals for over 20 years. A proposed “Traveler” includes the justification and a model application for a license amendment, and the NRC creates a model safety evaluation. Both industry and NRC perspectives will be represented.

• Michael T. Markley, Branch Chief, Division of Operating Reactor Licensing, NRR/NRC tel: 301-415-5723, e-mail: Michael.Markley@nrc.gov
• Alex Klein, Branch Chief, Division of Safety Systems, NRR/NRC tel: 301-415-2822, e-mail: Alex.Klein@nrc.gov

• Welcome Remarks
  Alex Klein, Branch Chief, Division of Safety Systems, NRR/NRC
• Technical Specification Task Force (TSTF) Traveler Process
  Lisa L. Williams, Licencing Supervisor, Energy Northwest
• Process for Reviewing TSTF Travelers
  Michelle C. Honcharik, Senior Project Manager, Division of Safety Systems, NRR/NRC
• TSTF Traveler Benefits and Challenges
  Otto Gustafson, Director, Regulatory and Performance Improvement, Entergy - Palisades
• Traveler Experience in Reactor Licensing Actions
  Michael T. Markley, Branch Chief, Division of Operating Reactor Licensing, NRR/NRC

• Brian Mann, Vice President, Industry Programs, EXCEL Services Corporation

• Robert Kuntz, Senior Project Manager, Division of Operating Reactor Licensing, NRR/NRC tel: 301-415-3733, e-mail: Robert.Kuntz@nrc.gov