Event Notification Report for September 09, 2016
U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission
Operations Center
EVENT REPORTS FOR
09/08/2016 - 09/09/2016
Agreement State
Event Number: 52235
Rep Org: ARKANSAS DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
Licensee: EVERGREEN PACKAGING, INC.
Region: 4
City: PINE BLUFF State: AR
County: JEFFERSON
License #: ARK-0042-0312
Agreement: Y
Docket:
NRC Notified By: STEVE MACK
HQ OPS Officer: STEVEN VITTO
Licensee: EVERGREEN PACKAGING, INC.
Region: 4
City: PINE BLUFF State: AR
County: JEFFERSON
License #: ARK-0042-0312
Agreement: Y
Docket:
NRC Notified By: STEVE MACK
HQ OPS Officer: STEVEN VITTO
Notification Date: 09/12/2016
Notification Time: 15:03 [ET]
Event Date: 09/09/2016
Event Time: 14:00 [CDT]
Last Update Date: 11/16/2017
Notification Time: 15:03 [ET]
Event Date: 09/09/2016
Event Time: 14:00 [CDT]
Last Update Date: 11/16/2017
Emergency Class: NON EMERGENCY
10 CFR Section:
10 CFR Section:
Person (Organization):
RAY AZUA (R4DO)
NMSS_EVENTS_NOTIFIC (EMAI)
RAY AZUA (R4DO)
NMSS_EVENTS_NOTIFIC (EMAI)
AGREEMENT STATE REPORT - MALFUNCTIONING SHUTTER ON DENSITY GAUGE
The following information was provided by the State of Arkansas via email:
"During routine shutter checks performed by the licensee on September 9, 2016, the licensee noted higher than normal readings when closing the shutter on a Ohmart Model SH-100 BS, weight gauge. The gauge contains 50 milliCuries of Cesium-137.
"The gauge is in a secure storage area and radiation exposure is maintained at less than 2 mR/hr.
"The licensee has contacted the supplier and requested disposal as the gauge in question was in storage and not being used.
"In accordance with RH-1502.f.2 (10 CFR 30.50(b)(2)) the malfunctioning shutter is reportable within 24 hours.
"The State of Arkansas is awaiting a written report from the licensee and final disposition information for the gauge. The State's event number is AR-2016-010. "
The Licensee notified the State of Arkansas of the event on September 9, 2016, at 1430 CDT.
* * * UPDATE FROM STEVE MACK TO DONALD NORWOOD VIA E-MAIL AT 1606 EST ON 11/16/2017 * * *
The following information was received via E-mail:
"Upon examination by the licensee's RSO it was determined that the shielding material for the gauge had been slid past the detent or retaining pins until it was removed for the source holder. This is part of the design of these gauges. The RSO returned the shielding material to the normal operating position, engaging the retaining pins and the gauge is now shielded. The shutter is working as designed.
"The Department considers this event to be closed."
Notified R4DO (KOZAL) and NMSS EVENTS NOTIFICATION.
The following information was provided by the State of Arkansas via email:
"During routine shutter checks performed by the licensee on September 9, 2016, the licensee noted higher than normal readings when closing the shutter on a Ohmart Model SH-100 BS, weight gauge. The gauge contains 50 milliCuries of Cesium-137.
"The gauge is in a secure storage area and radiation exposure is maintained at less than 2 mR/hr.
"The licensee has contacted the supplier and requested disposal as the gauge in question was in storage and not being used.
"In accordance with RH-1502.f.2 (10 CFR 30.50(b)(2)) the malfunctioning shutter is reportable within 24 hours.
"The State of Arkansas is awaiting a written report from the licensee and final disposition information for the gauge. The State's event number is AR-2016-010. "
The Licensee notified the State of Arkansas of the event on September 9, 2016, at 1430 CDT.
* * * UPDATE FROM STEVE MACK TO DONALD NORWOOD VIA E-MAIL AT 1606 EST ON 11/16/2017 * * *
The following information was received via E-mail:
"Upon examination by the licensee's RSO it was determined that the shielding material for the gauge had been slid past the detent or retaining pins until it was removed for the source holder. This is part of the design of these gauges. The RSO returned the shielding material to the normal operating position, engaging the retaining pins and the gauge is now shielded. The shutter is working as designed.
"The Department considers this event to be closed."
Notified R4DO (KOZAL) and NMSS EVENTS NOTIFICATION.
Power Reactor
Event Number: 52231
Facility: PILGRIM
Region: 1 State: MA
Unit: [1] [] []
RX Type: [1] GE-3
NRC Notified By: JOHN WHALLEY
HQ OPS Officer: STEVE SANDIN
Region: 1 State: MA
Unit: [1] [] []
RX Type: [1] GE-3
NRC Notified By: JOHN WHALLEY
HQ OPS Officer: STEVE SANDIN
Notification Date: 09/09/2016
Notification Time: 20:01 [ET]
Event Date: 09/09/2016
Event Time: 17:39 [EDT]
Last Update Date: 09/14/2016
Notification Time: 20:01 [ET]
Event Date: 09/09/2016
Event Time: 17:39 [EDT]
Last Update Date: 09/14/2016
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):
MEL GRAY (R1DO)
BERN STAPLETON (NSIR)
MEL GRAY (R1DO)
BERN STAPLETON (NSIR)
| Unit | SCRAM Code | RX Crit | Initial PWR | Initial RX Mode | Current PWR | Current RX Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | N | N | 0 | Refueling | 0 | Refueling |
OFFSITE NOTIFICATION - RELEASE OF HYDROGEN GAS IN EXCESS OF THE REPORTABLE QUANTITY OF TEN POUNDS
"At 1739 [EDT] on Friday September 9, 2016 the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection and the Plymouth Massachusetts Fire Department were notified of a Hydrogen release in accordance with plant procedures and 310CMR40.300, Massachusetts Contingency Plan Notification for Oil and Hazardous Material; Identification and Listing of Oil and Hazardous Material, due to a release of hydrogen gas to the environment exceeding the reportable quantity of ten pounds. The Massachusetts DEP Tracking Number is RTN4-26311. The release was from the generator hydrogen cooling system. There was no plant damage. Hydrogen system pressure has been restored to the normal operating band with the Main Generator secured and is stable. The cause of the event is under investigation.
"This event posed no danger to the health and safety of plant personnel or members of the general public.
"The NRC Resident Inspector has been notified.''
* * * UPDATE FROM ROBERT O'NEILL TO STEVEN VITTO AT 1724 EDT ON 09/14/2016 * * *
"The Plymouth Massachusetts Fire Department was notified on Monday, September 12, 2016, at 1411 EDT. This clarifies information applicable to the local notification as identified in the original notification."
Notified R1DO(Noggle) and NSIR (Stapleton) via email.
"At 1739 [EDT] on Friday September 9, 2016 the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection and the Plymouth Massachusetts Fire Department were notified of a Hydrogen release in accordance with plant procedures and 310CMR40.300, Massachusetts Contingency Plan Notification for Oil and Hazardous Material; Identification and Listing of Oil and Hazardous Material, due to a release of hydrogen gas to the environment exceeding the reportable quantity of ten pounds. The Massachusetts DEP Tracking Number is RTN4-26311. The release was from the generator hydrogen cooling system. There was no plant damage. Hydrogen system pressure has been restored to the normal operating band with the Main Generator secured and is stable. The cause of the event is under investigation.
"This event posed no danger to the health and safety of plant personnel or members of the general public.
"The NRC Resident Inspector has been notified.''
* * * UPDATE FROM ROBERT O'NEILL TO STEVEN VITTO AT 1724 EDT ON 09/14/2016 * * *
"The Plymouth Massachusetts Fire Department was notified on Monday, September 12, 2016, at 1411 EDT. This clarifies information applicable to the local notification as identified in the original notification."
Notified R1DO(Noggle) and NSIR (Stapleton) via email.
Power Reactor
Event Number: 52230
Facility: OYSTER CREEK
Region: 1 State: NJ
Unit: [1] [] []
RX Type: [1] GE-2
NRC Notified By: JIM RITCHIE
HQ OPS Officer: STEVE SANDIN
Region: 1 State: NJ
Unit: [1] [] []
RX Type: [1] GE-2
NRC Notified By: JIM RITCHIE
HQ OPS Officer: STEVE SANDIN
Notification Date: 09/09/2016
Notification Time: 12:55 [ET]
Event Date: 09/09/2016
Event Time: 10:23 [EDT]
Last Update Date: 09/09/2016
Notification Time: 12:55 [ET]
Event Date: 09/09/2016
Event Time: 10:23 [EDT]
Last Update Date: 09/09/2016
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):
MEL GRAY (R1DO)
MEL GRAY (R1DO)
| Unit | SCRAM Code | RX Crit | Initial PWR | Initial RX Mode | Current PWR | Current RX Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | N | Y | 99 | Power Operation | 99 | Power Operation |
OFFSITE NOTIFICATION TO LOCAL AUTHORITIES DUE TO OUT-OF-SERVICE SEWAGE RADIATION MONITOR
"Oyster Creek Nuclear Station made notifications to local authorities that a sewage radiation monitor was out of service due to an equipment deficiency for greater than 24 hours. Alternate sampling methods are being utilized."
The licensee notified Ocean County Utilities Commission, Lacey Municipal Utilities, and the NRC Resident Inspector.
"Oyster Creek Nuclear Station made notifications to local authorities that a sewage radiation monitor was out of service due to an equipment deficiency for greater than 24 hours. Alternate sampling methods are being utilized."
The licensee notified Ocean County Utilities Commission, Lacey Municipal Utilities, and the NRC Resident Inspector.