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==SUBJECT:== | |||
PILGRIM NUCLEAR POWER STATION - INTEGRATED INSPECTION REPORT 05000293/2018001 | |||
SUBJECT: PILGRIM NUCLEAR POWER STATION - INTEGRATED INSPECTION REPORT 05000293/2018001 | |||
==Dear Mr. Sullivan:== | ==Dear Mr. Sullivan:== | ||
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The NRC inspectors did not identify any finding or violation of more than minor significance. | The NRC inspectors did not identify any finding or violation of more than minor significance. | ||
This letter, its enclosure, and your response (if any) will be made available for public inspection and copying at http://www.nrc.gov/reading-rm/adams.html and the NRC Public Document Room in accordance with Title 10 of the Code of Federal Regulations (10 CFR), Part 2.390, | This letter, its enclosure, and your response (if any) will be made available for public inspection and copying at http://www.nrc.gov/reading-rm/adams.html and the NRC Public Document Room in accordance with Title 10 of the Code of Federal Regulations (10 CFR), Part 2.390, Public Inspections, Exemptions, Requests for Withholding. | ||
Sincerely, | Sincerely, | ||
/RA/ | /RA/ | ||
Anthony Dimitriadis, Chief Reactor Projects Branch 5 Division of Reactor Projects | |||
Docket Number: 50-293 License Number: DPR-35 | |||
===Enclosure:=== | |||
Inspection Report 05000293/2018001 | |||
==Inspection Report== | ==Inspection Report== | ||
Docket Number: | |||
50-293 | |||
License Number: | |||
DPR-35 | |||
Report Number: 05000293/2018001 | Report Number: | ||
05000293/2018001 | |||
Enterprise Identifier: I-2018-001-0047 | Enterprise Identifier: I-2018-001-0047 | ||
Licensee: Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc. (Entergy) | Licensee: | ||
Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc. (Entergy) | |||
Facility: Pilgrim Nuclear Power Station (PNPS) | Facility: | ||
Pilgrim Nuclear Power Station (PNPS) | |||
Location: Plymouth, Massachusetts | Location: | ||
Plymouth, Massachusetts | |||
Inspection Dates: January 1, 2018 to March 31, 2018 | Inspection Dates: | ||
January 1, 2018 to March 31, 2018 | |||
Inspectors: E. Carfang, Senior Resident | Inspectors: | ||
E. Carfang, Senior Resident Inspector | |||
J. Krafty, Acting Senior Resident Inspector | |||
B. Pinson, Resident Inspector | |||
J. Pfingsten, Project Engineer | |||
E. DiPaolo, Senior Reactor Inspector | |||
Approved By: | |||
A. Dimitriadis, Chief | |||
Reactor Projects Branch 5 | |||
Division of Reactor Projects | |||
=SUMMARY= | =SUMMARY= | ||
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) continued monitoring | The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) continued monitoring Entergys performance at PNPS by conducting the baseline inspections described in this report in accordance with the Reactor Oversight Process. The Reactor Oversight Process is the NRCs program for overseeing the safe operation of commercial nuclear power reactors. Refer to https://www.nrc.gov/reactors/operating/oversight.html for more information. | ||
No findings or more-than-minor violations were identified. | No findings or more-than-minor violations were identified. | ||
=PLANT STATUS= | |||
The unit began the inspection period at rated thermal power. On January 4, 2018, operators scrammed the unit based on an anticipated loss of offsite power during a winter storm. The unit was returned to rated thermal power on January 11, 2018. On January 25, 2018, operators down powered the unit to 45 percent for a planned repair to a drain valve in the moisture separator drain tank. The operators returned the unit to rated thermal power the same day. On March 4, 2018, operators lowered power to 50 percent to perform a thermal backwash of the main condenser after the March 2, 2018 noreaster. Operators returned the unit to rated thermal power on March 5, 2018. On March 6, 2018, operators shutdown the unit to perform repairs to the fifth point feedwater heater. On March 13, 2018, the site lost all offsite alternating current power during a noreaster while the unit was in cold shutdown, and the startup transformer experienced an electrical fault during the storm. The unit remained in cold shutdown for the remainder of the inspection period to address issues in the switchyard. | |||
The unit began the inspection period at rated thermal power. On January 4, 2018, operators scrammed the unit based on an anticipated loss of offsite power during a winter storm. The unit was returned to rated thermal power on January 11, 2018. On January 25, 2018, operators down powered the unit to 45 percent for a planned repair to a drain valve in the moisture separator drain tank. The operators returned the unit to rated thermal power the same day. On March 4, 2018, operators lowered power to 50 percent to perform a thermal backwash of the main condenser after the March 2, 2018 | |||
==INSPECTION SCOPES== | ==INSPECTION SCOPES== | ||
Inspections were conducted using the appropriate portions of the inspection procedures in effect at the beginning of the inspection unless otherwise noted. Currently approved inspection procedures with their attached revision histories are located on the public website at http://www.nrc.gov/reading-rm/doc-collections/insp-manual/inspection-procedure/index.html. | Inspections were conducted using the appropriate portions of the inspection procedures in effect at the beginning of the inspection unless otherwise noted. Currently approved inspection procedures with their attached revision histories are located on the public website at http://www.nrc.gov/reading-rm/doc-collections/insp-manual/inspection-procedure/index.html. | ||
The inspectors performed plant status activities described in Inspection Manual Chapter 2515, Appendix D, | Samples were declared complete when the inspection procedure requirements most appropriate to the inspection activity were met consistent with Inspection Manual Chapter 2515, Light-Water Reactor Inspection Program - Operations Phase. The inspectors performed plant status activities described in Inspection Manual Chapter 2515, Appendix D, Plant Status, and conducted routine reviews using Inspection Procedure 71152, Problem Identification and Resolution. The inspectors reviewed selected procedures and records, observed activities, and interviewed personnel to assess Entergys performance and compliance with Commission rules and regulations, license conditions, site procedures, and standards. | ||
==REACTOR SAFETY== | ==REACTOR SAFETY== | ||
==71111.01 - Adverse Weather Protection== | ==71111.01 - Adverse Weather Protection== | ||
===Impending Severe Weather (4 Samples)=== | ===Impending Severe Weather (4 Samples)=== | ||
The inspectors evaluated readiness for impending adverse weather conditions for the following: | |||
The inspectors evaluated readiness for | |||
: (1) Severe cold weather on January 2, 2018 | : (1) Severe cold weather on January 2, 2018 | ||
: (2) Blizzard conditions on January 3, 2018 | : (2) Blizzard conditions on January 3, 2018 | ||
: (3) | : (3) Noreaster on March 2-3, 2018 | ||
: (4) Blizzard conditions on March 12-13, 2018 | : (4) Blizzard conditions on March 12-13, 2018 | ||
===External Flooding (1 Sample)=== | ===External Flooding (1 Sample)=== | ||
The inspectors evaluated readiness to cope with external flooding the week of February 26, 2018. | The inspectors evaluated readiness to cope with external flooding the week of February 26, 2018. | ||
==71111.04 - Equipment Alignment== | ==71111.04 - Equipment Alignment== | ||
===Partial Walkdown (4 Samples)=== | ===Partial Walkdown (4 Samples)=== | ||
The inspectors evaluated system configurations during partial walkdowns of the following systems/trains: | The inspectors evaluated system configurations during partial walkdowns of the following systems/trains: | ||
: (1) Reactor core isolation cooling system walkdown with high pressure coolant injection system out of service for planned maintenance on February 7, 2018 | : (1) Reactor core isolation cooling system walkdown with high pressure coolant injection system out of service for planned maintenance on February 7, 2018 | ||
: (2) Control rod drive system | : (2) Control rod drive system B walkdown with control rod drive system A out of service for planned maintenance on February 26, 2018 | ||
: (3) Emergency diesel generators | : (3) Emergency diesel generators A and B during loss of offsite power from March 13-16, 2018 | ||
: (4) Offsite power backfeed alignment on March 22-23, 2018 | : (4) Offsite power backfeed alignment on March 22-23, 2018 | ||
===Complete Walkdown (1 Sample)=== | ===Complete Walkdown (1 Sample)=== | ||
The inspectors evaluated system configurations during a complete walkdown of the station blackout diesel generator system on March 1, 2018. | The inspectors evaluated system configurations during a complete walkdown of the station blackout diesel generator system on March 1, 2018. | ||
==71111.05A/Q - Fire Protection Annual/Quarterly== | ==71111.05A/Q - Fire Protection Annual/Quarterly== | ||
===Quarterly Inspection (5 Samples)=== | ===Quarterly Inspection (5 Samples)=== | ||
The inspectors evaluated fire protection program implementation in the following selected areas: | The inspectors evaluated fire protection program implementation in the following selected areas: | ||
: (1) High pressure coolant injection on February 13, 2018 | : (1) High pressure coolant injection on February 13, 2018 | ||
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===Annual Inspection (1 Sample)=== | ===Annual Inspection (1 Sample)=== | ||
The inspectors evaluated fire brigade performance on January 23, 2018. | The inspectors evaluated fire brigade performance on January 23, 2018. | ||
==71111.11 - Licensed Operator Requalification Program and Licensed Operator Performance== | ==71111.11 - Licensed Operator Requalification Program and Licensed Operator Performance== | ||
===Operator Requalification (1 Sample)=== | ===Operator Requalification (1 Sample)=== | ||
The inspectors observed and evaluated licensed operator requalification training, in accordance with 10 CFR 55.59, at PNPS on February 8, 2018. | The inspectors observed and evaluated licensed operator requalification training, in accordance with 10 CFR 55.59, at PNPS on February 8, 2018. | ||
===Operator Performance (1 Sample)=== | ===Operator Performance (1 Sample)=== | ||
The inspectors observed and evaluated licensed operator performance in the control room during plant startup following a forced outage on January 10, 2018. | The inspectors observed and evaluated licensed operator performance in the control room during plant startup following a forced outage on January 10, 2018. | ||
==71111.12 - Maintenance Effectiveness== | ==71111.12 - Maintenance Effectiveness== | ||
===Routine Maintenance Effectiveness (3 Samples)=== | ===Routine Maintenance Effectiveness (3 Samples)=== | ||
The inspectors evaluated the effectiveness of routine maintenance activities associated with the following equipment and/or safety significant functions: | The inspectors evaluated the effectiveness of routine maintenance activities associated with the following equipment and/or safety significant functions: | ||
: (1) Instrument air system on February 2, 2018 | : (1) Instrument air system on February 2, 2018 | ||
: (2) Reactor protection system on February 2, 2018 | : (2) Reactor protection system on February 2, 2018 | ||
: (3) Reactor building 23 | : (3) Reactor building 23 level structural monitoring the weeks of March 19 and March 26, 2018 | ||
==71111.13 - Maintenance Risk Assessments and Emergent Work Control== | ==71111.13 - Maintenance Risk Assessments and Emergent Work Control== | ||
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: (1) Decay heat removal short time to boil on January 5, 2018 | : (1) Decay heat removal short time to boil on January 5, 2018 | ||
: (2) Testing of the station blackout diesel generator halon system on January 19, 2018 | : (2) Testing of the station blackout diesel generator halon system on January 19, 2018 | ||
: (3) Logic system functional testing of emergency diesel generator | : (3) Logic system functional testing of emergency diesel generator A on January 23, 2018 | ||
: (4) Station blackout diesel generator and instrument air compressor unavailability on February 21, 2018 | : (4) Station blackout diesel generator and instrument air compressor unavailability on February 21, 2018 | ||
: (5) Low pressure core injection diagnostic valve testing on March 8, 2018 | : (5) Low pressure core injection diagnostic valve testing on March 8, 2018 | ||
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The inspectors evaluated the following operability determinations and functionality assessments: | The inspectors evaluated the following operability determinations and functionality assessments: | ||
: (1) Safety relief valve 3B elevated tailpipe temperature on January 11, 2018 | : (1) Safety relief valve 3B elevated tailpipe temperature on January 11, 2018 | ||
: (2) Control room high efficiency air filtration system train | : (2) Control room high efficiency air filtration system train B filter testing identified bypass around the downstream high efficiency particulate air filter on February 6, 2018 | ||
: (3) Reactor water cleanup valve, MO-1201-5, following discovery of a never performed surveillance on February 20, 2018 | : (3) Reactor water cleanup valve, MO-1201-5, following discovery of a never performed surveillance on February 20, 2018 | ||
: (4) Low pressure core injection diagnostic and stem rotation testing on March 8, 2018 | : (4) Low pressure core injection diagnostic and stem rotation testing on March 8, 2018 | ||
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{{IP sample|IP=IP 71111.19|count=5}} | {{IP sample|IP=IP 71111.19|count=5}} | ||
The inspectors evaluated post maintenance testing for the following maintenance/repair | The inspectors evaluated post maintenance testing for the following maintenance/repair activities: | ||
activities: | |||
: (1) Safety relief valve 3B pilot valve replacement on January 10, 2018 | : (1) Safety relief valve 3B pilot valve replacement on January 10, 2018 | ||
: (2) K-111 instrument air compressor motor replacement on January 30, 2018 | : (2) K-111 instrument air compressor motor replacement on January 30, 2018 | ||
: (3) High pressure coolant injection steam line drain line level control switch replacement on February 8, 2018 | : (3) High pressure coolant injection steam line drain line level control switch replacement on February 8, 2018 | ||
: (4) Salt service water pump | : (4) Salt service water pump E baseplate injection performed on February 8, 2018 | ||
: (5) K-110 instrument air compressor motor replacement performed on February 22, 2018 | : (5) K-110 instrument air compressor motor replacement performed on February 22, 2018 | ||
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{{IP sample|IP=IP 71111.20|count=2}} | {{IP sample|IP=IP 71111.20|count=2}} | ||
The inspectors evaluated | The inspectors evaluated Entergys forced outage activities from: | ||
: (1) January 4 to January 10, 2018 | : (1) January 4 to January 10, 2018 | ||
: (2) March 6 to March 31, 2018 | : (2) March 6 to March 31, 2018 | ||
==71111.22 - Surveillance Testing== | ==71111.22 - Surveillance Testing== | ||
The inspectors evaluated the following surveillance tests: | The inspectors evaluated the following surveillance tests: | ||
===Routine | ===Routine=== | ||
{{IP sample|IP=IP 71111.22|count=4}} | |||
: (1) 8.M.2-3.6.5, Neutron Monitoring System Flow Converter Functional and Calibration Test on January 19, 2018 | : (1) 8.M.2-3.6.5, Neutron Monitoring System Flow Converter Functional and Calibration Test on January 19, 2018 | ||
: (2) 8.M.2-2.10.8.1, Diesel Generator | : (2) 8.M.2-2.10.8.1, Diesel Generator A Initiation by Residual Heat Removal Logic on January 23, 2018 | ||
: (3) 7.1.30, HEPA Filter and Charcoal Performance Test on February 6, 2018 | : (3) 7.1.30, HEPA Filter and Charcoal Performance Test on February 6, 2018 | ||
: (4) 8.M.2-1.5.8.3, Logic System Functional Test of System A Standby Gas Treatment Initiation - Reactor Building Isolation and Inboard Drywell Isolation Valves on February 22, 2018 | : (4) 8.M.2-1.5.8.3, Logic System Functional Test of System A Standby Gas Treatment Initiation - Reactor Building Isolation and Inboard Drywell Isolation Valves on February 22, 2018 | ||
===Reactor Coolant System Leak Detection (1 Sample)=== | ===Reactor Coolant System Leak Detection (1 Sample)=== | ||
: (1) 2.1.15, Daily Surveillance Log on February 27, | : (1) 2.1.15, Daily Surveillance Log on February 27, | ||
==OTHER ACTIVITIES - BASELINE== | ==OTHER ACTIVITIES - BASELINE== | ||
71151 - Performance Indicator Verification | ===71151 - Performance Indicator Verification | ||
The inspectors verified Entergys performance indicators submittals listed below for the period from January 1, 2017 through December 31, 2017.=== | |||
{{IP sample|IP=IP 71151|count=3}} | |||
: (1) Reactor coolant system specific activity | : (1) Reactor coolant system specific activity | ||
: (2) Reactor coolant system leak rate | : (2) Reactor coolant system leak rate | ||
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==71152 - Problem Identification and Resolution== | ==71152 - Problem Identification and Resolution== | ||
===Annual Follow-up of Selected Issues (1 Sample)=== | ===Annual Follow-up of Selected Issues (1 Sample)=== | ||
The inspectors reviewed Entergys implementation of its corrective action program related to the following issues: | |||
: (1) 23 kilovolt offsite power supply to shutdown transformer circuit switcher (X-15)deficiencies discovered during thermography | |||
===71153 - Follow-up of Events and Notices of Enforcement Discretion Personnel Performance=== | |||
{{IP sample|IP=IP 71153|count=2}} | |||
=== | |||
The inspectors evaluated response during the following non-routine evolutions or transients: | The inspectors evaluated response during the following non-routine evolutions or transients: | ||
: (1) Reactor scram due to loss of one offsite power line on January 4, 2018 | : (1) Reactor scram due to loss of one offsite power line on January 4, 2018 | ||
: (2) Loss of offsite alternating current power on March 13, | : (2) Loss of offsite alternating current power on March 13, | ||
==INSPECTION RESULTS== | ==INSPECTION RESULTS== | ||
Observation 71152 | Observation 71152 Annual Follow-up of Selected Issues The inspectors reviewed the apparent cause analysis, the corrective actions taken, and the past operability regarding the deficiencies discovered on the 23 kilovolt offsite power supply to shutdown transformer circuit switcher during thermography. The inspectors concluded that the cause analysis was thorough, the extent of condition was reasonable, and the corrective actions were timely. | ||
==EXIT MEETINGS AND DEBRIEFS== | ==EXIT MEETINGS AND DEBRIEFS== | ||
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On April 25, 2018, the inspectors presented the quarterly resident inspector inspection results to Mr. Brian Sullivan, Site Vice President, and other members of Entergy staff. | On April 25, 2018, the inspectors presented the quarterly resident inspector inspection results to Mr. Brian Sullivan, Site Vice President, and other members of Entergy staff. | ||
THIRD PARTY REVIEWS | THIRD PARTY REVIEWS | ||
Inspectors reviewed Institute of Nuclear Power Operations reports that were issued during the inspection period. | |||
=DOCUMENTS REVIEWED= | =DOCUMENTS REVIEWED= | ||
71111.15 | 71111.15 | ||
Procedure EN-OP-104, Operability Determination Process, Revision 15 | Procedure | ||
71111.18 | EN-OP-104, Operability Determination Process, Revision 15 | ||
71111.19 | 71111.18 | ||
71152 | Procedures | ||
EN-LI-100, Process Applicability Determination, Revision 22 | |||
EN-DC-136, Temporary Modifications, Revision 17 | |||
71111.19 | |||
Procedure | |||
EN-WM-107, Post Maintenance Testing, Revision 5 | |||
71152 | |||
Procedures | |||
EN-LI-102, Corrective Action Program, Revision 33 | |||
EN-LI-118, Cause Evaluation Process, Revision 26 | EN-LI-118, Cause Evaluation Process, Revision 26 | ||
UNITED STATES NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION REGION I 2100 RENAISSANCE BOULEVARD, SUITE 100 KING OF PRUSSIA, PENNSLYVANIA | UNITED STATES | ||
May 14, 2018 | NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION | ||
Mr. Brian Sullivan Site Vice President | REGION I | ||
2100 RENAISSANCE BOULEVARD, SUITE 100 | |||
KING OF PRUSSIA, PENNSLYVANIA 19406-2713 | |||
May 14, 2018 | |||
Mr. Brian Sullivan | |||
Site Vice President | |||
Pilgrim Nuclear Power Station | Pilgrim Nuclear Power Station | ||
Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc. | Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc. | ||
600 Rocky Hill Road Plymouth, MA | 600 Rocky Hill Road | ||
Plymouth, MA 02360-5508 | |||
SUBJECT: | |||
PILGRIM NUCLEAR POWER STATION - INTEGRATED INSPECTION | |||
REPORT 05000293/2018001 | |||
Dear Mr. Sullivan: | |||
On March 31, 2018, the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) completed an inspection | On March 31, 2018, the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) completed an inspection | ||
at Pilgrim Nuclear Power Station (PNPS). On April 25, 2018, the NRC inspectors discussed the | at Pilgrim Nuclear Power Station (PNPS). On April 25, 2018, the NRC inspectors discussed the | ||
results of this inspection with you and other members of your staff. The results of this inspection are documented in the enclosed report. | results of this inspection with you and other members of your staff. The results of this | ||
The NRC inspectors did not identify any finding or violation of more than minor significance. | inspection are documented in the enclosed report. | ||
The NRC inspectors did not identify any finding or violation of more than minor significance. | |||
This letter, its enclosure, and your response (if any) will be made available for public inspection | This letter, its enclosure, and your response (if any) will be made available for public inspection | ||
and copying at | and copying at http://www.nrc.gov/reading-rm/adams.html and the NRC Public Document Room | ||
http://www.nrc.gov/reading-rm/adams.html and the NRC Public Document Room in accordance with Title 10 of the Code of Federal Regulations (10 CFR), Part 2.390, | in accordance with Title 10 of the Code of Federal Regulations (10 CFR), Part 2.390, Public | ||
Inspections, Exemptions, Requests for Withholding. | |||
Sincerely, | Sincerely, | ||
/RA/ | |||
Anthony Dimitriadis, Chief | |||
Reactor Projects Branch 5 | Reactor Projects Branch 5 | ||
Division of Reactor Projects | Division of Reactor Projects | ||
Docket Number: | Docket Number: 50-293 | ||
License Number: | License Number: DPR-35 | ||
Enclosure: | |||
Enclosure: Inspection Report 05000293/2018001 | Inspection Report 05000293/2018001 | ||
cc w/encl: | cc w/encl: Distribution via ListServ | ||
ML18134A225 | ML18134A225 | ||
SUNSI Review | SUNSI Review | ||
Non-Sensitive | Non-Sensitive | ||
Publicly Available | Sensitive | ||
OFFICE RI/DRP RI/DRP RI/DRP | Publicly Available | ||
Non-Publicly Available | |||
OFFICE | |||
RI/DRP | |||
RI/DRP | |||
RI/DRP | |||
NAME | |||
ECarfang via email | |||
LCline via email | |||
ADimitriadis | |||
Docket Number: | DATE | ||
License Number: DPR-35 | 5/14/18 | ||
5/14/18 | |||
5/14/18 | |||
U.S. NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION | |||
Inspection Report | |||
Docket Number: | |||
50-293 | |||
License Number: | |||
DPR-35 | |||
Report Number: 05000293/2018001 | Report Number: | ||
05000293/2018001 | |||
Enterprise Identifier: I-2018-001-0047 | Enterprise Identifier: I-2018-001-0047 | ||
Licensee: Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc. (Entergy) | Licensee: | ||
Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc. (Entergy) | |||
Facility: Pilgrim Nuclear Power Station (PNPS) | Facility: | ||
Pilgrim Nuclear Power Station (PNPS) | |||
Location: Plymouth, Massachusetts | Location: | ||
Plymouth, Massachusetts | |||
Inspection Dates: January 1, 2018 | Inspection Dates: | ||
to March 31, 2018 | January 1, 2018 to March 31, 2018 | ||
Inspectors: | Inspectors: | ||
: [[contact::E. Carfang]], Senior Resident Inspector | : [[contact::E. Carfang]], Senior Resident Inspector | ||
: [[contact::J. Krafty]], Acting Senior Resident Inspector | : [[contact::J. Krafty]], Acting Senior Resident Inspector | ||
: [[contact::B. Pinson]], Resident Inspector | : [[contact::B. Pinson]], Resident Inspector | ||
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Approved By: | Approved By: | ||
: [[contact::A. Dimitriadis]], Chief | : [[contact::A. Dimitriadis]], Chief | ||
Reactor Projects Branch 5 | |||
Reactor Projects Branch 5 | |||
Division of Reactor Projects | |||
SUMMARY | SUMMARY | ||
https://www.nrc.gov/reactors/operating/oversight.html | The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) continued monitoring Entergys performance | ||
for more information. | at PNPS by conducting the baseline inspections described in this report in accordance with the | ||
Reactor Oversight Process. The Reactor Oversight Process is the NRCs program for | |||
overseeing the safe operation of commercial nuclear power reactors. Refer to | |||
https://www.nrc.gov/reactors/operating/oversight.html for more information. | |||
No findings or more-than-minor violations were identified. | No findings or more-than-minor violations were identified. | ||
PLANT STATUS The unit began the inspection period at rated thermal power. On January 4, 2018, operators scrammed the unit based on an anticipated loss of offsite power during a winter storm. The unit was returned to rated thermal power on January 11, 2018. On January 25, 2018, operators | PLANT STATUS | ||
The unit began the inspection period at rated thermal power. On January 4, 2018, operators | |||
scrammed the unit based on an anticipated loss of offsite power during a winter storm. The unit | |||
was returned to rated thermal power on January 11, 2018. On January 25, 2018, operators | |||
down powered the unit to 45 percent for a planned repair to a drain valve in the moisture | down powered the unit to 45 percent for a planned repair to a drain valve in the moisture | ||
separator drain tank. The operators returned the unit to rated thermal power the same day. On | separator drain tank. The operators returned the unit to rated thermal power the same day. On | ||
March 4, 2018, operators lowered power to 50 percent to perform a thermal backwash of the | March 4, 2018, operators lowered power to 50 percent to perform a thermal backwash of the | ||
main condenser after the March 2, 2018 | main condenser after the March 2, 2018 noreaster. Operators returned the unit to rated | ||
current power during a | thermal power on March 5, 2018. On March 6, 2018, operators shutdown the unit to perform | ||
repairs to the fifth point feedwater heater. On March 13, 2018, the site lost all offsite alternating | |||
current power during a noreaster while the unit was in cold shutdown, and the startup | |||
transformer experienced an electrical fault during the storm. The unit remained in cold | transformer experienced an electrical fault during the storm. The unit remained in cold | ||
shutdown for the remainder of the inspection period to address issues in the switchyard. | shutdown for the remainder of the inspection period to address issues in the switchyard. | ||
INSPECTION SCOPES | INSPECTION SCOPES | ||
Inspections were conducted using the appropriate portions of the inspection procedures in effect at the beginning of the inspection unless otherwise noted. Currently approved inspection | Inspections were conducted using the appropriate portions of the inspection procedures in effect | ||
at the beginning of the inspection unless otherwise noted. Currently approved inspection | |||
procedures with their attached revision histories are located on the public website at | procedures with their attached revision histories are located on the public website at | ||
http://www.nrc.gov/reading-rm/doc-collections/insp-manual/inspection-procedure/index.html. Samples were declared complete when the inspection procedure requirements most appropriate to the inspection activity were met consistent with Inspection Manual Chapter 2515, | http://www.nrc.gov/reading-rm/doc-collections/insp-manual/inspection-procedure/index.html. | ||
Samples were declared complete when the inspection procedure requirements most | |||
The inspectors performed plant status activities described in Inspection Manual Chapter 2515, Appendix D, | appropriate to the inspection activity were met consistent with Inspection Manual Chapter 2515, | ||
conducted routine reviews using Inspection Procedure 71152, | Light-Water Reactor Inspection Program - Operations Phase. The inspectors performed plant | ||
Resolution. | status activities described in Inspection Manual Chapter 2515, Appendix D, Plant Status, and | ||
performance and compliance with Commission rules and regulations, license conditions, site procedures, and standards. | conducted routine reviews using Inspection Procedure 71152, Problem Identification and | ||
Resolution. The inspectors reviewed selected procedures and records, observed activities, | |||
and interviewed personnel to assess Entergys performance and compliance with Commission | |||
rules and regulations, license conditions, site procedures, and standards. | |||
REACTOR SAFETY | REACTOR SAFETY | ||
71111.01 - Adverse Weather Protection | 71111.01 - Adverse Weather Protection | ||
Impending Severe Weather (4 Samples) | Impending Severe Weather (4 Samples) | ||
The inspectors evaluated readiness for | The inspectors evaluated readiness for impending adverse weather conditions for the | ||
following: | following: | ||
(1) Severe cold weather on January 2, 2018 | |||
(2) Blizzard conditions on January 3, 2018 | |||
(3) Noreaster on March 2-3, 2018 | |||
(4) Blizzard conditions on March 12-13, 2018 | (4) Blizzard conditions on March 12-13, 2018 | ||
External Flooding (1 Sample) | External Flooding (1 Sample) | ||
The inspectors evaluated readiness to cope with external flooding the week of February 26, | The inspectors evaluated readiness to cope with external flooding the week of February 26, | ||
2018. | 2018. | ||
71111.04 - Equipment Alignment | 71111.04 - Equipment Alignment | ||
Partial Walkdown (4 Samples) | Partial Walkdown (4 Samples) | ||
The inspectors evaluated system configurations during partial walkdowns of the following | The inspectors evaluated system configurations during partial walkdowns of the following | ||
systems/trains: | systems/trains: | ||
(1) Reactor core isolation cooling system walkdown with high pressure coolant injection | |||
(1) Reactor core isolation cooling system walkdown with high pressure coolant injection system out of service for planned maintenance on February 7, 2018 | system out of service for planned maintenance on February 7, 2018 | ||
(2) Control rod drive system B walkdown with control rod drive system A out of service for | |||
planned maintenance on February 26, 2018 | |||
(3) Emergency diesel generators A and B during loss of offsite power from March 13-16, | |||
2018 | |||
(4) Offsite power backfeed alignment on March 22-23, 2018 | |||
Complete Walkdown (1 Sample) | Complete Walkdown (1 Sample) | ||
The inspectors evaluated system configurations during a complete walkdown of the station | The inspectors evaluated system configurations during a complete walkdown of the station | ||
| Line 359: | Line 417: | ||
Quarterly Inspection (5 Samples) | Quarterly Inspection (5 Samples) | ||
The inspectors evaluated fire protection program implementation in the following selected | The inspectors evaluated fire protection program implementation in the following selected | ||
areas: | areas: | ||
(1) High pressure coolant injection on February 13, 2018 | (1) High pressure coolant injection on February 13, 2018 | ||
(2) Main condenser bay on March 10, 2018 | |||
(3) Condensate pump on March 21, 2018 | |||
(4) Radioactive waste control corridor on March 21, 2018 | |||
(5) Turbine building truck lock and hydrogen seal oil area on March 22, 2018 | |||
Annual Inspection (1 Sample) | Annual Inspection (1 Sample) | ||
The inspectors evaluated fire brigade performance on January 23, 2018. | The inspectors evaluated fire brigade performance on January 23, 2018. | ||
71111.11 - Licensed Operator Requalification Program and Licensed Operator Performance | 71111.11 - Licensed Operator Requalification Program and Licensed Operator Performance | ||
Operator Requalification (1 Sample) | Operator Requalification (1 Sample) | ||
The inspectors observed and evaluated licensed operator requalification training, in accordance with 10 CFR 55.59, at PNPS on February 8, 2018. | The inspectors observed and evaluated licensed operator requalification training, in | ||
accordance with 10 CFR 55.59, at PNPS on February 8, 2018. | |||
Operator Performance (1 Sample) | Operator Performance (1 Sample) | ||
The inspectors observed and evaluated licensed operator performance in the control room during plant startup following a forced outage on January 10, 2018. | The inspectors observed and evaluated licensed operator performance in the control room | ||
during plant startup following a forced outage on January 10, 2018. | |||
71111.12 - Maintenance Effectiveness | 71111.12 - Maintenance Effectiveness | ||
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The inspectors evaluated the effectiveness of routine maintenance activities associated | The inspectors evaluated the effectiveness of routine maintenance activities associated | ||
with the following equipment and/or safety significant functions: | with the following equipment and/or safety significant functions: | ||
(1) Instrument air system on February 2, 2018 | (1) Instrument air system on February 2, 2018 | ||
(2) Reactor protection system on February 2, 2018 (3) Reactor building 23 | (2) Reactor protection system on February 2, 2018 | ||
(3) Reactor building 23 level structural monitoring the weeks of March 19 and March 26, | |||
2018 | |||
71111.13 - Maintenance Risk Assessments and Emergent Work Control (6 Samples) | 71111.13 - Maintenance Risk Assessments and Emergent Work Control (6 Samples) | ||
The inspectors evaluated the risk assessments for the following planned and emergent | The inspectors evaluated the risk assessments for the following planned and emergent | ||
work activities: | work activities: | ||
(1) Decay heat removal short time to boil on January 5, 2018 | |||
(2) Testing of the station blackout diesel generator halon system on January 19, 2018 | |||
(3) Logic system functional testing of emergency diesel generator A on January 23, 2018 | |||
(4) Station blackout diesel generator and instrument air compressor unavailability on | |||
February 21, 2018 | February 21, 2018 | ||
(5) Low pressure core injection diagnostic valve testing on March 8, 2018 | |||
(6) Movement of the spare startup transformer into the switchyard on March 29, 2018 | |||
71111.15 - Operability Determinations and Functionality Assessments (4 Samples) | 71111.15 - Operability Determinations and Functionality Assessments (4 Samples) | ||
The inspectors evaluated the following operability determinations and functionality | The inspectors evaluated the following operability determinations and functionality | ||
assessments: | assessments: | ||
(1) Safety relief valve 3B elevated tailpipe temperature on January 11, 2018 | |||
(2) Control room high efficiency air filtration system train B filter testing identified bypass | |||
around the downstream high efficiency particulate air filter on February 6, 2018 | |||
(3) Reactor water cleanup valve, MO-1201-5, following discovery of a never performed | |||
surveillance on February 20, 2018 | |||
(4) Low pressure core injection diagnostic and stem rotation testing on March 8, 2018 | |||
71111.18 - Plant Modifications (1 Sample) | 71111.18 - Plant Modifications (1 Sample) | ||
The inspectors evaluated the following temporary or permanent modifications: | The inspectors evaluated the following temporary or permanent modifications: | ||
(1) Temporary heating to fire water storage tanks on March 15, 2018 | |||
71111.19 - Post Maintenance Testing (5 Samples) | 71111.19 - Post Maintenance Testing (5 Samples) | ||
The inspectors evaluated post maintenance testing for the following maintenance/repair | The inspectors evaluated post maintenance testing for the following maintenance/repair | ||
activities: | activities: | ||
(1) Safety relief valve 3B pilot valve replacement on January 10, 2018 | |||
(2) K-111 instrument air compressor motor replacement on January 30, 2018 | |||
February 8, 2018 | (3) High pressure coolant injection steam line drain line level control switch replacement on | ||
February 8, 2018 | |||
(4) Salt service water pump E baseplate injection performed on February 8, 2018 | |||
(5) K-110 instrument air compressor motor replacement performed on February 22, 2018 | |||
71111.20 - Refueling and Other Outage Activities (2 Samples) | 71111.20 - Refueling and Other Outage Activities (2 Samples) | ||
The inspectors evaluated | The inspectors evaluated Entergys forced outage activities from: | ||
(1) January 4 to January 10, 2018 | |||
(2) March 6 to March 31, 2018 | |||
71111.22 - Surveillance Testing | 71111.22 - Surveillance Testing | ||
The inspectors evaluated the following surveillance tests: | The inspectors evaluated the following surveillance tests: | ||
Routine (4 Samples) | Routine (4 Samples) | ||
(1) 8.M.2-3.6.5, Neutron Monitoring System Flow Converter Functional and Calibration Test | |||
on January 19, 2018 | on January 19, 2018 | ||
(2) 8.M.2-2.10.8.1, Diesel Generator A Initiation by Residual Heat Removal Logic on | |||
January 23, 2018 | January 23, 2018 | ||
(3) 7.1.30, HEPA Filter and Charcoal Performance Test on February 6, 2018 | |||
(4) 8.M.2-1.5.8.3, Logic System Functional Test of System A Standby Gas Treatment | |||
Initiation - Reactor Building Isolation and Inboard Drywell Isolation Valves on | |||
February 22, 2018 | February 22, 2018 | ||
Reactor Coolant System Leak Detection (1 Sample) | Reactor Coolant System Leak Detection (1 Sample) | ||
(1) 2.1.15, Daily Surveillance Log on February 27, 2018 | |||
OTHER ACTIVITIES - BASELINE | OTHER ACTIVITIES - BASELINE | ||
71151 - Performance Indicator Verification | 71151 - Performance Indicator Verification | ||
The inspectors verified | The inspectors verified Entergys performance indicators submittals listed below for the | ||
(1) Reactor coolant system specific activity | period from January 1, 2017 through December 31, 2017. (3 Samples) | ||
(1) Reactor coolant system specific activity | |||
(2) Reactor coolant system leak rate | |||
(3) Safety system functional failures | |||
71152 - Problem Identification and Resolution | 71152 - Problem Identification and Resolution | ||
Annual Follow-up of Selected Issues (1 Sample) | Annual Follow-up of Selected Issues (1 Sample) | ||
The inspectors reviewed | The inspectors reviewed Entergys implementation of its corrective action program related to | ||
(1) 23 kilovolt offsite power supply to shutdown transformer circuit switcher (X-15) deficiencies discovered during thermography | the following issues: | ||
(1) 23 kilovolt offsite power supply to shutdown transformer circuit switcher (X-15) | |||
deficiencies discovered during thermography | |||
71153 - Follow-up of Events and Notices of Enforcement Discretion | 71153 - Follow-up of Events and Notices of Enforcement Discretion | ||
Personnel Performance (2 Sample) | Personnel Performance (2 Sample) | ||
The inspectors evaluated response during the following non-routine evolutions or transients: | The inspectors evaluated response during the following non-routine evolutions or transients: | ||
(1) Reactor scram due to loss of one offsite power line on January 4, 2018 | (1) Reactor scram due to loss of one offsite power line on January 4, 2018 | ||
(2) Loss of offsite alternating current power on March 13, 2018 | (2) Loss of offsite alternating current power on March 13, 2018 | ||
INSPECTION RESULTS | INSPECTION RESULTS | ||
Observation 71152 | Observation | ||
Selected Issues The inspectors reviewed the apparent cause analysis, the corrective actions taken, and the | 71152 | ||
Annual Follow-up of | |||
Selected Issues | |||
The inspectors reviewed the apparent cause analysis, the corrective actions taken, and the | |||
past operability regarding the deficiencies discovered on the 23 kilovolt offsite power | past operability regarding the deficiencies discovered on the 23 kilovolt offsite power | ||
supply to shutdown transformer circuit switcher during thermography. The inspectors concluded that the cause analysis was thorough, the extent of condition was reasonable, and the corrective actions were timely. | supply to shutdown transformer circuit switcher during thermography. The inspectors | ||
concluded that the cause analysis was thorough, the extent of condition was reasonable, | |||
and the corrective actions were timely. | |||
EXIT MEETINGS AND DEBRIEFS | EXIT MEETINGS AND DEBRIEFS | ||
Inspectors verified no proprietary information was retained or documented in this report. | Inspectors verified no proprietary information was retained or documented in this report. | ||
On January 11, 2018, the inspectors debriefed the inspection of the annual problem identification and resolution sample associated with the 23 kilovolt power offsite supply deficiencies with Mr. | |||
On January 11, 2018, the inspectors debriefed the inspection of the annual problem | |||
identification and resolution sample associated with the 23 kilovolt power offsite supply | |||
deficiencies with Mr. R. Byrne. | |||
On April 25, 2018, the inspectors presented the quarterly resident inspector inspection | |||
results to Mr. Brian Sullivan, Site Vice President, and other members of Entergy staff. | |||
THIRD PARTY REVIEWS | THIRD PARTY REVIEWS | ||
Inspectors reviewed Institute of Nuclear Power Operations reports that were issued during the inspection period. | Inspectors reviewed Institute of Nuclear Power Operations reports that were issued during the | ||
inspection period. | |||
DOCUMENTS REVIEWED | DOCUMENTS REVIEWED | ||
71111.15 | 71111.15 | ||
Procedure EN-OP-104, Operability Determination Process, Revision 15 | Procedure | ||
71111.18 | EN-OP-104, Operability Determination Process, Revision 15 | ||
71111.19 | 71111.18 | ||
71152 | Procedures | ||
EN-LI-100, Process Applicability Determination, Revision 22 | |||
EN-DC-136, Temporary Modifications, Revision 17 | |||
71111.19 | |||
Procedure | |||
EN-WM-107, Post Maintenance Testing, Revision 5 | |||
71152 | |||
Procedures | |||
EN-LI-102, Corrective Action Program, Revision 33 | |||
EN-LI-118, Cause Evaluation Process, Revision 26 | EN-LI-118, Cause Evaluation Process, Revision 26 | ||
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| Issue date: | 05/14/2018 |
| From: | Anthony Dimitriadis NRC/RGN-I/DRP/PB5 |
| To: | Brian Sullivan Entergy Nuclear Operations |
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May 14, 2018
SUBJECT:
PILGRIM NUCLEAR POWER STATION - INTEGRATED INSPECTION REPORT 05000293/2018001
Dear Mr. Sullivan:
On March 31, 2018, the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) completed an inspection at Pilgrim Nuclear Power Station (PNPS). On April 25, 2018, the NRC inspectors discussed the results of this inspection with you and other members of your staff. The results of this inspection are documented in the enclosed report.
The NRC inspectors did not identify any finding or violation of more than minor significance.
This letter, its enclosure, and your response (if any) will be made available for public inspection and copying at http://www.nrc.gov/reading-rm/adams.html and the NRC Public Document Room in accordance with Title 10 of the Code of Federal Regulations (10 CFR), Part 2.390, Public Inspections, Exemptions, Requests for Withholding.
Sincerely,
/RA/
Anthony Dimitriadis, Chief Reactor Projects Branch 5 Division of Reactor Projects
Docket Number: 50-293 License Number: DPR-35
Enclosure:
Inspection Report 05000293/2018001
Inspection Report
Docket Number:
50-293
License Number:
Report Number:
Enterprise Identifier: I-2018-001-0047
Licensee:
Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc. (Entergy)
Facility:
Pilgrim Nuclear Power Station (PNPS)
Location:
Plymouth, Massachusetts
Inspection Dates:
January 1, 2018 to March 31, 2018
Inspectors:
E. Carfang, Senior Resident Inspector
J. Krafty, Acting Senior Resident Inspector
B. Pinson, Resident Inspector
J. Pfingsten, Project Engineer
E. DiPaolo, Senior Reactor Inspector
Approved By:
A. Dimitriadis, Chief
Reactor Projects Branch 5
Division of Reactor Projects
SUMMARY
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) continued monitoring Entergys performance at PNPS by conducting the baseline inspections described in this report in accordance with the Reactor Oversight Process. The Reactor Oversight Process is the NRCs program for overseeing the safe operation of commercial nuclear power reactors. Refer to https://www.nrc.gov/reactors/operating/oversight.html for more information.
No findings or more-than-minor violations were identified.
PLANT STATUS
The unit began the inspection period at rated thermal power. On January 4, 2018, operators scrammed the unit based on an anticipated loss of offsite power during a winter storm. The unit was returned to rated thermal power on January 11, 2018. On January 25, 2018, operators down powered the unit to 45 percent for a planned repair to a drain valve in the moisture separator drain tank. The operators returned the unit to rated thermal power the same day. On March 4, 2018, operators lowered power to 50 percent to perform a thermal backwash of the main condenser after the March 2, 2018 noreaster. Operators returned the unit to rated thermal power on March 5, 2018. On March 6, 2018, operators shutdown the unit to perform repairs to the fifth point feedwater heater. On March 13, 2018, the site lost all offsite alternating current power during a noreaster while the unit was in cold shutdown, and the startup transformer experienced an electrical fault during the storm. The unit remained in cold shutdown for the remainder of the inspection period to address issues in the switchyard.
INSPECTION SCOPES
Inspections were conducted using the appropriate portions of the inspection procedures in effect at the beginning of the inspection unless otherwise noted. Currently approved inspection procedures with their attached revision histories are located on the public website at http://www.nrc.gov/reading-rm/doc-collections/insp-manual/inspection-procedure/index.html.
Samples were declared complete when the inspection procedure requirements most appropriate to the inspection activity were met consistent with Inspection Manual Chapter 2515, Light-Water Reactor Inspection Program - Operations Phase. The inspectors performed plant status activities described in Inspection Manual Chapter 2515, Appendix D, Plant Status, and conducted routine reviews using Inspection Procedure 71152, Problem Identification and Resolution. The inspectors reviewed selected procedures and records, observed activities, and interviewed personnel to assess Entergys performance and compliance with Commission rules and regulations, license conditions, site procedures, and standards.
REACTOR SAFETY
71111.01 - Adverse Weather Protection
Impending Severe Weather (4 Samples)
The inspectors evaluated readiness for impending adverse weather conditions for the following:
- (1) Severe cold weather on January 2, 2018
- (2) Blizzard conditions on January 3, 2018
- (3) Noreaster on March 2-3, 2018
- (4) Blizzard conditions on March 12-13, 2018
External Flooding (1 Sample)
The inspectors evaluated readiness to cope with external flooding the week of February 26, 2018.
71111.04 - Equipment Alignment
Partial Walkdown (4 Samples)
The inspectors evaluated system configurations during partial walkdowns of the following systems/trains:
- (1) Reactor core isolation cooling system walkdown with high pressure coolant injection system out of service for planned maintenance on February 7, 2018
- (2) Control rod drive system B walkdown with control rod drive system A out of service for planned maintenance on February 26, 2018
- (3) Emergency diesel generators A and B during loss of offsite power from March 13-16, 2018
- (4) Offsite power backfeed alignment on March 22-23, 2018
Complete Walkdown (1 Sample)
The inspectors evaluated system configurations during a complete walkdown of the station blackout diesel generator system on March 1, 2018.
71111.05A/Q - Fire Protection Annual/Quarterly
Quarterly Inspection (5 Samples)
The inspectors evaluated fire protection program implementation in the following selected areas:
- (1) High pressure coolant injection on February 13, 2018
- (2) Main condenser bay on March 10, 2018
- (3) Condensate pump on March 21, 2018
- (4) Radioactive waste control corridor on March 21, 2018
- (5) Turbine building truck lock and hydrogen seal oil area on March 22, 2018
Annual Inspection (1 Sample)
The inspectors evaluated fire brigade performance on January 23, 2018.
71111.11 - Licensed Operator Requalification Program and Licensed Operator Performance
Operator Requalification (1 Sample)
The inspectors observed and evaluated licensed operator requalification training, in accordance with 10 CFR 55.59, at PNPS on February 8, 2018.
Operator Performance (1 Sample)
The inspectors observed and evaluated licensed operator performance in the control room during plant startup following a forced outage on January 10, 2018.
71111.12 - Maintenance Effectiveness
Routine Maintenance Effectiveness (3 Samples)
The inspectors evaluated the effectiveness of routine maintenance activities associated with the following equipment and/or safety significant functions:
- (1) Instrument air system on February 2, 2018
- (2) Reactor protection system on February 2, 2018
- (3) Reactor building 23 level structural monitoring the weeks of March 19 and March 26, 2018
71111.13 - Maintenance Risk Assessments and Emergent Work Control
The inspectors evaluated the risk assessments for the following planned and emergent work activities:
- (1) Decay heat removal short time to boil on January 5, 2018
- (2) Testing of the station blackout diesel generator halon system on January 19, 2018
- (3) Logic system functional testing of emergency diesel generator A on January 23, 2018
- (4) Station blackout diesel generator and instrument air compressor unavailability on February 21, 2018
- (5) Low pressure core injection diagnostic valve testing on March 8, 2018
- (6) Movement of the spare startup transformer into the switchyard on March 29, 2018
71111.15 - Operability Determinations and Functionality Assessments
The inspectors evaluated the following operability determinations and functionality assessments:
- (1) Safety relief valve 3B elevated tailpipe temperature on January 11, 2018
- (2) Control room high efficiency air filtration system train B filter testing identified bypass around the downstream high efficiency particulate air filter on February 6, 2018
- (3) Reactor water cleanup valve, MO-1201-5, following discovery of a never performed surveillance on February 20, 2018
- (4) Low pressure core injection diagnostic and stem rotation testing on March 8, 2018
71111.18 - Plant Modifications
The inspectors evaluated the following temporary or permanent modifications:
- (1) Temporary heating to fire water storage tanks on March 15, 2018
71111.19 - Post Maintenance Testing
The inspectors evaluated post maintenance testing for the following maintenance/repair activities:
- (1) Safety relief valve 3B pilot valve replacement on January 10, 2018
- (2) K-111 instrument air compressor motor replacement on January 30, 2018
- (3) High pressure coolant injection steam line drain line level control switch replacement on February 8, 2018
- (4) Salt service water pump E baseplate injection performed on February 8, 2018
- (5) K-110 instrument air compressor motor replacement performed on February 22, 2018
71111.20 - Refueling and Other Outage Activities
The inspectors evaluated Entergys forced outage activities from:
- (1) January 4 to January 10, 2018
- (2) March 6 to March 31, 2018
71111.22 - Surveillance Testing
The inspectors evaluated the following surveillance tests:
Routine
- (1) 8.M.2-3.6.5, Neutron Monitoring System Flow Converter Functional and Calibration Test on January 19, 2018
- (2) 8.M.2-2.10.8.1, Diesel Generator A Initiation by Residual Heat Removal Logic on January 23, 2018
- (3) 7.1.30, HEPA Filter and Charcoal Performance Test on February 6, 2018
- (4) 8.M.2-1.5.8.3, Logic System Functional Test of System A Standby Gas Treatment Initiation - Reactor Building Isolation and Inboard Drywell Isolation Valves on February 22, 2018
Reactor Coolant System Leak Detection (1 Sample)
- (1) 2.1.15, Daily Surveillance Log on February 27,
OTHER ACTIVITIES - BASELINE
===71151 - Performance Indicator Verification
The inspectors verified Entergys performance indicators submittals listed below for the period from January 1, 2017 through December 31, 2017.===
- (1) Reactor coolant system specific activity
- (2) Reactor coolant system leak rate
- (3) Safety system functional failures
71152 - Problem Identification and Resolution
Annual Follow-up of Selected Issues (1 Sample)
The inspectors reviewed Entergys implementation of its corrective action program related to the following issues:
- (1) 23 kilovolt offsite power supply to shutdown transformer circuit switcher (X-15)deficiencies discovered during thermography
71153 - Follow-up of Events and Notices of Enforcement Discretion Personnel Performance
The inspectors evaluated response during the following non-routine evolutions or transients:
- (1) Reactor scram due to loss of one offsite power line on January 4, 2018
- (2) Loss of offsite alternating current power on March 13,
INSPECTION RESULTS
Observation 71152 Annual Follow-up of Selected Issues The inspectors reviewed the apparent cause analysis, the corrective actions taken, and the past operability regarding the deficiencies discovered on the 23 kilovolt offsite power supply to shutdown transformer circuit switcher during thermography. The inspectors concluded that the cause analysis was thorough, the extent of condition was reasonable, and the corrective actions were timely.
EXIT MEETINGS AND DEBRIEFS
Inspectors verified no proprietary information was retained or documented in this report.
On January 11, 2018, the inspectors debriefed the inspection of the annual problem identification and resolution sample associated with the 23 kilovolt power offsite supply deficiencies with Mr. R. Byrne.
On April 25, 2018, the inspectors presented the quarterly resident inspector inspection results to Mr. Brian Sullivan, Site Vice President, and other members of Entergy staff.
THIRD PARTY REVIEWS
Inspectors reviewed Institute of Nuclear Power Operations reports that were issued during the inspection period.
DOCUMENTS REVIEWED
Procedure
EN-OP-104, Operability Determination Process, Revision 15
Procedures
EN-LI-100, Process Applicability Determination, Revision 22
EN-DC-136, Temporary Modifications, Revision 17
Procedure
EN-WM-107, Post Maintenance Testing, Revision 5
Procedures
EN-LI-102, Corrective Action Program, Revision 33
EN-LI-118, Cause Evaluation Process, Revision 26
UNITED STATES
NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION
REGION I
2100 RENAISSANCE BOULEVARD, SUITE 100
KING OF PRUSSIA, PENNSLYVANIA 19406-2713
May 14, 2018
Mr. Brian Sullivan
Site Vice President
Pilgrim Nuclear Power Station
Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc.
600 Rocky Hill Road
Plymouth, MA 02360-5508
SUBJECT:
PILGRIM NUCLEAR POWER STATION - INTEGRATED INSPECTION
REPORT 05000293/2018001
Dear Mr. Sullivan:
On March 31, 2018, the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) completed an inspection
at Pilgrim Nuclear Power Station (PNPS). On April 25, 2018, the NRC inspectors discussed the
results of this inspection with you and other members of your staff. The results of this
inspection are documented in the enclosed report.
The NRC inspectors did not identify any finding or violation of more than minor significance.
This letter, its enclosure, and your response (if any) will be made available for public inspection
and copying at http://www.nrc.gov/reading-rm/adams.html and the NRC Public Document Room
in accordance with Title 10 of the Code of Federal Regulations (10 CFR), Part 2.390, Public
Inspections, Exemptions, Requests for Withholding.
Sincerely,
/RA/
Anthony Dimitriadis, Chief
Reactor Projects Branch 5
Division of Reactor Projects
Docket Number: 50-293
License Number: DPR-35
Enclosure:
Inspection Report 05000293/2018001
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DATE
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U.S. NUCLEAR REGULATORY COMMISSION
Inspection Report
Docket Number:
50-293
License Number:
Report Number:
Enterprise Identifier: I-2018-001-0047
Licensee:
Entergy Nuclear Operations, Inc. (Entergy)
Facility:
Pilgrim Nuclear Power Station (PNPS)
Location:
Plymouth, Massachusetts
Inspection Dates:
January 1, 2018 to March 31, 2018
Inspectors:
- E. Carfang, Senior Resident Inspector
- J. Krafty, Acting Senior Resident Inspector
- B. Pinson, Resident Inspector
- J. Pfingsten, Project Engineer
- E. DiPaolo, Senior Reactor Inspector
Approved By:
- A. Dimitriadis, Chief
Reactor Projects Branch 5
Division of Reactor Projects
SUMMARY
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) continued monitoring Entergys performance
at PNPS by conducting the baseline inspections described in this report in accordance with the
Reactor Oversight Process. The Reactor Oversight Process is the NRCs program for
overseeing the safe operation of commercial nuclear power reactors. Refer to
https://www.nrc.gov/reactors/operating/oversight.html for more information.
No findings or more-than-minor violations were identified.
PLANT STATUS
The unit began the inspection period at rated thermal power. On January 4, 2018, operators
scrammed the unit based on an anticipated loss of offsite power during a winter storm. The unit
was returned to rated thermal power on January 11, 2018. On January 25, 2018, operators
down powered the unit to 45 percent for a planned repair to a drain valve in the moisture
separator drain tank. The operators returned the unit to rated thermal power the same day. On
March 4, 2018, operators lowered power to 50 percent to perform a thermal backwash of the
main condenser after the March 2, 2018 noreaster. Operators returned the unit to rated
thermal power on March 5, 2018. On March 6, 2018, operators shutdown the unit to perform
repairs to the fifth point feedwater heater. On March 13, 2018, the site lost all offsite alternating
current power during a noreaster while the unit was in cold shutdown, and the startup
transformer experienced an electrical fault during the storm. The unit remained in cold
shutdown for the remainder of the inspection period to address issues in the switchyard.
INSPECTION SCOPES
Inspections were conducted using the appropriate portions of the inspection procedures in effect
at the beginning of the inspection unless otherwise noted. Currently approved inspection
procedures with their attached revision histories are located on the public website at
http://www.nrc.gov/reading-rm/doc-collections/insp-manual/inspection-procedure/index.html.
Samples were declared complete when the inspection procedure requirements most
appropriate to the inspection activity were met consistent with Inspection Manual Chapter 2515,
Light-Water Reactor Inspection Program - Operations Phase. The inspectors performed plant
status activities described in Inspection Manual Chapter 2515, Appendix D, Plant Status, and
conducted routine reviews using Inspection Procedure 71152, Problem Identification and
Resolution. The inspectors reviewed selected procedures and records, observed activities,
and interviewed personnel to assess Entergys performance and compliance with Commission
rules and regulations, license conditions, site procedures, and standards.
REACTOR SAFETY
71111.01 - Adverse Weather Protection
Impending Severe Weather (4 Samples)
The inspectors evaluated readiness for impending adverse weather conditions for the
following:
(1) Severe cold weather on January 2, 2018
(2) Blizzard conditions on January 3, 2018
(3) Noreaster on March 2-3, 2018
(4) Blizzard conditions on March 12-13, 2018
External Flooding (1 Sample)
The inspectors evaluated readiness to cope with external flooding the week of February 26,
2018.
71111.04 - Equipment Alignment
Partial Walkdown (4 Samples)
The inspectors evaluated system configurations during partial walkdowns of the following
systems/trains:
(1) Reactor core isolation cooling system walkdown with high pressure coolant injection
system out of service for planned maintenance on February 7, 2018
(2) Control rod drive system B walkdown with control rod drive system A out of service for
planned maintenance on February 26, 2018
(3) Emergency diesel generators A and B during loss of offsite power from March 13-16,
2018
(4) Offsite power backfeed alignment on March 22-23, 2018
Complete Walkdown (1 Sample)
The inspectors evaluated system configurations during a complete walkdown of the station
blackout diesel generator system on March 1, 2018.
71111.05A/Q - Fire Protection Annual/Quarterly
Quarterly Inspection (5 Samples)
The inspectors evaluated fire protection program implementation in the following selected
areas:
(1) High pressure coolant injection on February 13, 2018
(2) Main condenser bay on March 10, 2018
(3) Condensate pump on March 21, 2018
(4) Radioactive waste control corridor on March 21, 2018
(5) Turbine building truck lock and hydrogen seal oil area on March 22, 2018
Annual Inspection (1 Sample)
The inspectors evaluated fire brigade performance on January 23, 2018.
71111.11 - Licensed Operator Requalification Program and Licensed Operator Performance
Operator Requalification (1 Sample)
The inspectors observed and evaluated licensed operator requalification training, in
accordance with 10 CFR 55.59, at PNPS on February 8, 2018.
Operator Performance (1 Sample)
The inspectors observed and evaluated licensed operator performance in the control room
during plant startup following a forced outage on January 10, 2018.
71111.12 - Maintenance Effectiveness
Routine Maintenance Effectiveness (3 Samples)
The inspectors evaluated the effectiveness of routine maintenance activities associated
with the following equipment and/or safety significant functions:
(1) Instrument air system on February 2, 2018
(2) Reactor protection system on February 2, 2018
(3) Reactor building 23 level structural monitoring the weeks of March 19 and March 26,
2018
71111.13 - Maintenance Risk Assessments and Emergent Work Control (6 Samples)
The inspectors evaluated the risk assessments for the following planned and emergent
work activities:
(1) Decay heat removal short time to boil on January 5, 2018
(2) Testing of the station blackout diesel generator halon system on January 19, 2018
(3) Logic system functional testing of emergency diesel generator A on January 23, 2018
(4) Station blackout diesel generator and instrument air compressor unavailability on
February 21, 2018
(5) Low pressure core injection diagnostic valve testing on March 8, 2018
(6) Movement of the spare startup transformer into the switchyard on March 29, 2018
71111.15 - Operability Determinations and Functionality Assessments (4 Samples)
The inspectors evaluated the following operability determinations and functionality
assessments:
(1) Safety relief valve 3B elevated tailpipe temperature on January 11, 2018
(2) Control room high efficiency air filtration system train B filter testing identified bypass
around the downstream high efficiency particulate air filter on February 6, 2018
(3) Reactor water cleanup valve, MO-1201-5, following discovery of a never performed
surveillance on February 20, 2018
(4) Low pressure core injection diagnostic and stem rotation testing on March 8, 2018
71111.18 - Plant Modifications (1 Sample)
The inspectors evaluated the following temporary or permanent modifications:
(1) Temporary heating to fire water storage tanks on March 15, 2018
71111.19 - Post Maintenance Testing (5 Samples)
The inspectors evaluated post maintenance testing for the following maintenance/repair
activities:
(1) Safety relief valve 3B pilot valve replacement on January 10, 2018
(2) K-111 instrument air compressor motor replacement on January 30, 2018
(3) High pressure coolant injection steam line drain line level control switch replacement on
February 8, 2018
(4) Salt service water pump E baseplate injection performed on February 8, 2018
(5) K-110 instrument air compressor motor replacement performed on February 22, 2018
71111.20 - Refueling and Other Outage Activities (2 Samples)
The inspectors evaluated Entergys forced outage activities from:
(1) January 4 to January 10, 2018
(2) March 6 to March 31, 2018
71111.22 - Surveillance Testing
The inspectors evaluated the following surveillance tests:
Routine (4 Samples)
(1) 8.M.2-3.6.5, Neutron Monitoring System Flow Converter Functional and Calibration Test
on January 19, 2018
(2) 8.M.2-2.10.8.1, Diesel Generator A Initiation by Residual Heat Removal Logic on
January 23, 2018
(3) 7.1.30, HEPA Filter and Charcoal Performance Test on February 6, 2018
(4) 8.M.2-1.5.8.3, Logic System Functional Test of System A Standby Gas Treatment
Initiation - Reactor Building Isolation and Inboard Drywell Isolation Valves on
February 22, 2018
Reactor Coolant System Leak Detection (1 Sample)
(1) 2.1.15, Daily Surveillance Log on February 27, 2018
OTHER ACTIVITIES - BASELINE
71151 - Performance Indicator Verification
The inspectors verified Entergys performance indicators submittals listed below for the
period from January 1, 2017 through December 31, 2017. (3 Samples)
(1) Reactor coolant system specific activity
(2) Reactor coolant system leak rate
(3) Safety system functional failures
71152 - Problem Identification and Resolution
Annual Follow-up of Selected Issues (1 Sample)
The inspectors reviewed Entergys implementation of its corrective action program related to
the following issues:
(1) 23 kilovolt offsite power supply to shutdown transformer circuit switcher (X-15)
deficiencies discovered during thermography
71153 - Follow-up of Events and Notices of Enforcement Discretion
Personnel Performance (2 Sample)
The inspectors evaluated response during the following non-routine evolutions or transients:
(1) Reactor scram due to loss of one offsite power line on January 4, 2018
(2) Loss of offsite alternating current power on March 13, 2018
INSPECTION RESULTS
Observation
Annual Follow-up of
Selected Issues
The inspectors reviewed the apparent cause analysis, the corrective actions taken, and the
past operability regarding the deficiencies discovered on the 23 kilovolt offsite power
supply to shutdown transformer circuit switcher during thermography. The inspectors
concluded that the cause analysis was thorough, the extent of condition was reasonable,
and the corrective actions were timely.
EXIT MEETINGS AND DEBRIEFS
Inspectors verified no proprietary information was retained or documented in this report.
On January 11, 2018, the inspectors debriefed the inspection of the annual problem
identification and resolution sample associated with the 23 kilovolt power offsite supply
deficiencies with Mr. R. Byrne.
On April 25, 2018, the inspectors presented the quarterly resident inspector inspection
results to Mr. Brian Sullivan, Site Vice President, and other members of Entergy staff.
THIRD PARTY REVIEWS
Inspectors reviewed Institute of Nuclear Power Operations reports that were issued during the
inspection period.
DOCUMENTS REVIEWED
Procedure
EN-OP-104, Operability Determination Process, Revision 15
Procedures
EN-LI-100, Process Applicability Determination, Revision 22
EN-DC-136, Temporary Modifications, Revision 17
Procedure
EN-WM-107, Post Maintenance Testing, Revision 5
Procedures
EN-LI-102, Corrective Action Program, Revision 33
EN-LI-118, Cause Evaluation Process, Revision 26