Event Notification Report for September 17, 2014
U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission
Operations Center
EVENT REPORTS FOR
09/16/2014 - 09/17/2014
Agreement State
Event Number: 50473
Rep Org: TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
Licensee: DESERT NDT, LLC
Region: 4
City: ABILENE State: TX
County:
License #: 06462
Agreement: Y
Docket:
NRC Notified By: ART TUCKER
HQ OPS Officer: HOWIE CROUCH
Licensee: DESERT NDT, LLC
Region: 4
City: ABILENE State: TX
County:
License #: 06462
Agreement: Y
Docket:
NRC Notified By: ART TUCKER
HQ OPS Officer: HOWIE CROUCH
Notification Date: 09/19/2014
Notification Time: 14:12 [ET]
Event Date: 09/17/2014
Event Time: 00:00 [CDT]
Last Update Date: 09/19/2014
Notification Time: 14:12 [ET]
Event Date: 09/17/2014
Event Time: 00:00 [CDT]
Last Update Date: 09/19/2014
Emergency Class: NON EMERGENCY
10 CFR Section:
10 CFR Section:
Person (Organization):
TOM ANDREWS (R4DO)
FSME EVENTS NOTIFICA (EMAI)
ANGELA MCINTOSH (FSME)
PATRICIA MILLIGAN (NSIR)
TOM ANDREWS (R4DO)
FSME EVENTS NOTIFICA (EMAI)
ANGELA MCINTOSH (FSME)
PATRICIA MILLIGAN (NSIR)
TEXAS AGREEMENT STATE REPORT - POTENTIAL OVEREXPOSURES TO TWO RADIOGRAPHERS
The following information was obtained from the State of Texas via email:
"On September 18, 2014, the Agency [Texas Department of Health] was notified by the Licensee's Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) that two radiographers working at a field location may have received exposures in excess of the annual whole body exposure limit. The RSO stated two qualified radiographers were working at a temporary field site using an INC IR-100 exposure device containing a 55 curie iridium-192 source. One radiographer (RA) was performing the exposures and the other (RB) was developing the film. The RSO stated RA walked out of the darkroom and saw the camera setting on the truck's tailgate. The radiographer also observed the dose rate meter sitting on the truck's tailgate was reading pegged high. The radiographers picked up the crankout device and cranked the handle approximately one-half turn which locked the source in the fully shielded position. The RSO stated RA read their self-reading dosimeter (SRD) and it was off scale. The RSO stated RB was not wearing a SRD or OSL [optically stimulated luminescence] dosimeter. The RSO stated RB was wearing an alarming rate meter, but they are hard to hear and with the background noise of the generator they did not hear it alarming.
"The RSO stated RB was five feet from the exposure device for about 20 minutes. The RSO stated the calculated dose to RB is 12.8 rem based on their current information. The RSO stated RA was near the camera for about 30 seconds and his dose was calculated to be 10.8 rem. Both radiographers' dosimeters have been sent to the licensee's processor for reading. The RSO stated they have not calculated the dose to RA's hand yet. The RSO stated they are reenacting the event on September 19, 2014, to help calculate the dose to both workers. The licensee has contracted a consultant (Bruce Bristow) to aid in the dose calculations. The RSO stated the cause for the high exposures was failure of RA to fully retract the source. The RSO stated the exposure device was working properly. No other individuals received any exposure due to this event.
"Additional information will be provided as it is received in accordance with SA-300."
Texas Incident # I-9235
The following information was obtained from the State of Texas via email:
"On September 18, 2014, the Agency [Texas Department of Health] was notified by the Licensee's Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) that two radiographers working at a field location may have received exposures in excess of the annual whole body exposure limit. The RSO stated two qualified radiographers were working at a temporary field site using an INC IR-100 exposure device containing a 55 curie iridium-192 source. One radiographer (RA) was performing the exposures and the other (RB) was developing the film. The RSO stated RA walked out of the darkroom and saw the camera setting on the truck's tailgate. The radiographer also observed the dose rate meter sitting on the truck's tailgate was reading pegged high. The radiographers picked up the crankout device and cranked the handle approximately one-half turn which locked the source in the fully shielded position. The RSO stated RA read their self-reading dosimeter (SRD) and it was off scale. The RSO stated RB was not wearing a SRD or OSL [optically stimulated luminescence] dosimeter. The RSO stated RB was wearing an alarming rate meter, but they are hard to hear and with the background noise of the generator they did not hear it alarming.
"The RSO stated RB was five feet from the exposure device for about 20 minutes. The RSO stated the calculated dose to RB is 12.8 rem based on their current information. The RSO stated RA was near the camera for about 30 seconds and his dose was calculated to be 10.8 rem. Both radiographers' dosimeters have been sent to the licensee's processor for reading. The RSO stated they have not calculated the dose to RA's hand yet. The RSO stated they are reenacting the event on September 19, 2014, to help calculate the dose to both workers. The licensee has contracted a consultant (Bruce Bristow) to aid in the dose calculations. The RSO stated the cause for the high exposures was failure of RA to fully retract the source. The RSO stated the exposure device was working properly. No other individuals received any exposure due to this event.
"Additional information will be provided as it is received in accordance with SA-300."
Texas Incident # I-9235
Power Reactor
Event Number: 50464
Facility: LASALLE
Region: 3 State: IL
Unit: [1] [2] []
RX Type: [1] GE-5,[2] GE-5
NRC Notified By: JOHN VAN FLEET
HQ OPS Officer: DANIEL MILLS
Region: 3 State: IL
Unit: [1] [2] []
RX Type: [1] GE-5,[2] GE-5
NRC Notified By: JOHN VAN FLEET
HQ OPS Officer: DANIEL MILLS
Notification Date: 09/17/2014
Notification Time: 09:21 [ET]
Event Date: 09/17/2014
Event Time: 08:00 [CDT]
Last Update Date: 09/17/2014
Notification Time: 09:21 [ET]
Event Date: 09/17/2014
Event Time: 08:00 [CDT]
Last Update Date: 09/17/2014
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):
BILLY DICKSON (R3DO)
BILLY DICKSON (R3DO)
| 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 REMOVED FROM SERVICE FOR PLANNED MAINTENANCE
"This telephone notification is provided in accordance with 10CFR50.72(b)(3)(xiii), 'Major Loss of Emergency Preparedness Capabilities.'
"On September 17th, 2014, at 0800 [CDT], the Exelon LaSalle Station Technical Support Center (TSC) ventilation system was removed from service for planned TSC ventilation system maintenance.
"The removal of the ventilation system potentially affects the TSC habitability during a declared emergency requiring activation. The Emergency Response Organization (ERO) team has been notified of the maintenance and the possible need to relocate during an emergency. 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 temperatures, radiological, or other conditions. If relocation of the TSC staff becomes necessary, the Station Emergency Director will relocate the staff to an alternate TSC location in accordance with applicable site procedures.
"The ventilation system is expected to be out of service for approximately 4 hours.
"The licensee has notified the [NRC] Senior Resident Inspector of the issue."
* * * UPDATE PROVIDED BY WAYNE CLAYTON TO JEFF ROTTON AT 1741 EDT ON 09/17/2014 * * *
The scheduled TSC ventilation system maintenance is expected to be out of service for approximately an additional 7 hours.
The licensee has notified the NRC Senior Resident Inspector of the issue.
Notified R3DO (Dickson)
"This telephone notification is provided in accordance with 10CFR50.72(b)(3)(xiii), 'Major Loss of Emergency Preparedness Capabilities.'
"On September 17th, 2014, at 0800 [CDT], the Exelon LaSalle Station Technical Support Center (TSC) ventilation system was removed from service for planned TSC ventilation system maintenance.
"The removal of the ventilation system potentially affects the TSC habitability during a declared emergency requiring activation. The Emergency Response Organization (ERO) team has been notified of the maintenance and the possible need to relocate during an emergency. 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 temperatures, radiological, or other conditions. If relocation of the TSC staff becomes necessary, the Station Emergency Director will relocate the staff to an alternate TSC location in accordance with applicable site procedures.
"The ventilation system is expected to be out of service for approximately 4 hours.
"The licensee has notified the [NRC] Senior Resident Inspector of the issue."
* * * UPDATE PROVIDED BY WAYNE CLAYTON TO JEFF ROTTON AT 1741 EDT ON 09/17/2014 * * *
The scheduled TSC ventilation system maintenance is expected to be out of service for approximately an additional 7 hours.
The licensee has notified the NRC Senior Resident Inspector of the issue.
Notified R3DO (Dickson)
Power Reactor
Event Number: 50465
Facility: CALLAWAY
Region: 4 State: MO
Unit: [1] [] []
RX Type: [1] W-4-LP
NRC Notified By: RICHARD HUGHEY
HQ OPS Officer: JEFF ROTTON
Region: 4 State: MO
Unit: [1] [] []
RX Type: [1] W-4-LP
NRC Notified By: RICHARD HUGHEY
HQ OPS Officer: JEFF ROTTON
Notification Date: 09/17/2014
Notification Time: 13:59 [ET]
Event Date: 09/17/2014
Event Time: 09:13 [CDT]
Last Update Date: 09/17/2014
Notification Time: 13:59 [ET]
Event Date: 09/17/2014
Event Time: 09:13 [CDT]
Last Update Date: 09/17/2014
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):
MICHAEL VASQUEZ (R4DO)
MICHAEL VASQUEZ (R4DO)
| Unit | SCRAM Code | RX Crit | Initial PWR | Initial RX Mode | Current PWR | Current RX Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | N | Y | 100 | Power Operation | 100 | Power Operation |
OFFSITE NOTIFICATION DUE TO OIL TANKER TRUCK SPILL
"At approximately 0913 CDT, the Callaway Plant Control Room was notified that an oil tanker truck overturned on plant property. The location of the incident was inside the owner controlled area but outside of the protected area. The truck was making a delivery to the plant. The Callaway County Emergency Operation Center was contacted at approximately 0930 to request an ambulance for the driver. The driver of the truck was transported offsite for medical treatment. The drivers injuries are not life threatening. The incident has resulted in a slow leak of diesel fuel that is being contained onsite.
"Missouri Department of Natural Resources was notified of the spill.
"The Missouri Highway Patrol is onsite assisting with the incident and restoration efforts.
"Both NRC Resident Inspectors were notified."
"At approximately 0913 CDT, the Callaway Plant Control Room was notified that an oil tanker truck overturned on plant property. The location of the incident was inside the owner controlled area but outside of the protected area. The truck was making a delivery to the plant. The Callaway County Emergency Operation Center was contacted at approximately 0930 to request an ambulance for the driver. The driver of the truck was transported offsite for medical treatment. The drivers injuries are not life threatening. The incident has resulted in a slow leak of diesel fuel that is being contained onsite.
"Missouri Department of Natural Resources was notified of the spill.
"The Missouri Highway Patrol is onsite assisting with the incident and restoration efforts.
"Both NRC Resident Inspectors were notified."