Conduct of Ops Flashcards

1
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Shift turnover in progress
Minimum crew manning is available with the exception of one RO
This RO has called and said he will be approximately 45 minutes late
Which of the following applies to the RO position that this person (who is running late) is relieving?

A. Turnover may be completed once the RO has reached the PVNGS site boundary.
B. Turnover may be completed as long as the RO will arrive within 2 hours.
C. Turnover may not be completed without minimum manning.
D. Turnover may be completed with UDL concurrence provided the RO will arrive within 2 hours.

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C. Turnover may not be completed without minimum manning.

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Given that three Area Operators must be in the Unit at all times.
Within the Unit is defined as:

A. The area bounded by the protected are fence and the North South line of the RCA fence.
B. The area containing all unit bounded by the protected area fence.
C. The area containing each unit bounded by the protected area fence and the fences running north and south between the spray ponds and adjacent unit.
D. The area containing the Units bounded by the protected area fence and the line running north and south along the power lines from the switchyard.

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C. The area containing each unit bounded by the protected area fence and the fences running north and south between the spray ponds and adjacent unit.

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Which one of the following has the Operations Director NOT approved for the use of two-handed operations for the manipulation?

A. RTSG breaker operations.
B. ADV position adjustment.
C. SBCV position adjustment.
D. Isolation of RCP Seal Bleed-off.

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C. SBCV position adjustment.

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4
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Which one of the following controlled document sections/steps has the operations Director NOT approved for ‘Information Use’?

A. Hypo addition to Spray Ponds (40OP-9SP03/4 section 8)
B. Venting SDC (40OP-9SI101 appendix D)
C. Boron Equalization (40OP-9ZZ05 appendix E)
D. Starting/stopping CT pumps (40OP-9CT01 section 5/6)

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D. Starting/stopping CT pumps (40OP-9CT01 section 5/6)

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5
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Which of the following is required for Administrative Controls to open a locked closed containment isolation valve such as DWN V-061/62. The operator must:

A. Remain in the same building level, and in communication with the control room, unless the valves is in the RCA.
B. Remain in the same building, and in constant communication with the control rom.
C. Be able to close the valve within 5 minutes, after ordered by the control room
D. Be in constant communication with the control room, and at the valve controls.

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D. Be in constant communication with the control room, and at the valve controls.

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Which of the following is true regarding manual ESFAS actuations?
Manual ESFAS actions are allowed:

A. Anytime an exceeded set point is discovered.
B. Only with CRS concurrence.
C. Only during the performance of EOPs.
D. Without CRS concurrence whenever plant parameters are trending toward exceeding a set point or when the set points are exceeded.

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A. Anytime an exceeded set point is discovered.

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7
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A motor-operated ESF valve is disabled and unable to perform its function.
The valve is NOT alarmed.
The impairment will last more than one shift.
In accordance with 40DP-9OP02 (Conduct of Shift Operations) the operating crew shall…

A. Perform and document an IV of the valve’s position.
B. Rack our the valve breaker after it has been disabled.
C. Hang a yellow caution tag on the valve’s hand switch.
D. Insert a manual SESS alarm associated with the valve.

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D. Insert a manual SESS alarm associated with the valve.

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Unit 2 is operating at 100% power.
The unit is staffed as follows:
(Unit 1) 1 Shift Manager, 1 STA (Unlicensed), 1 CRS, 2 ROs, 4 AOs (Unlicensed)
(Unit 2) 1 Shift Manager, 1 STA (Unlicensed), 1 CRS, 2 ROs, 4 AOs (Unlicensed)
(Unit 3) 1 Shift Manager, 1 STA (Unlicensed), 1 CRS, 3 ROs, 4 AOs (Unlicensed)

(Unit 2) One AO has left the protected area to attend required training.
In accordance with BOTH Tech Spec and PVNGS admin procedures: Unit 2 staffing requirements are currently…

A. NOT met, 4 AOs are required to be within the unit at all times per ODP-2, Operations Shift Coverage.
B. MET, all of the Tech Spec and PVNGS admin requirements are satisfied by tech current manning.
C. NOT met, each unit is required to have their own licensed individuals designated as the FTA per TS 5.2.2.2, Organization; Unit Staff.
D. MET, provided the 3rd RO in Unit 3 satisfies all requirements and has been designated the FTA per 40DP-9OP02 (Conduct of Shift Operations).

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D. MET, provided the 3rd RO in Unit 3 satisfies all requirements and has been designated the FTA per 40DP-9OP02 (Conduct of Shit Operations).

(Note: Fire Team Advisor)

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Which ONE of the following describes the control room personnel that MUST attend a reactivity brief for a normal shortly dilution per ODP-1 (Operations Principles and Standards)?
The CRS, RO...
A.  And CO.
B.  and STA.
C.  CO and SM.
D.  STA and SM.
A

A. And CO.

Note: CO is BOP

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10
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Per ODP-01 (Operations Principles and Standards) which of the following evolutions would REQUIRE a plant announcement?

A. Starting a Spray Pond Pump for a surveillance test.
B. Starting an Emergency Diesel Generator during SPTAs.
C. Commencing a hydrogen on-load from a vendor supply truck.
D. Commencing a Containment Purge to lower Containment Pressure.

A

A. Starting an Emergency Diesel Generator during SPTAs

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11
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The transportation of a dry cask from the Unit 2 Fuel Building to its designated storage location at the ISFSI is complete.
Who has ownership of this dry cask concerning the performance of specific conditional surveillance’s and inspections?

A. Unit 1 Shift Manager
B. Unit 2 Shift Manager
C. Unit 1 Control Room Supervisor
D. Unit 2 Control Room Supervisor

A

A. Unit 1 Shift Manager

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Unit 1 is in Mode 6.
Refueling operations are on-going.
LSRO is stationed in containment.
(1) Reactor Operator monitors spent fuel pool level to ensure it is maintained above the T.S. LCO 3.7.14, Fuel Storage Pool Water Level, MINIMUM of ___ feet over the top of irradiated fuel assemblies seated in the storage racks.
(2) As stated in 40DP-9OP02 (Conduct of Shift Operations) the individual designated to maintain the Control Room command function will normally be the CRS but may be…

A. (1) 22.5 (2) either a qualified SRO
B. (1) 22.5 (2) either a qualified RO or SRO
C. (1) 23 (2) only another qualified SRO
D. (1) 23 (2) either a qualified RO or SRO

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D. (1) 23 (2) either a qualified RO or SRO

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13
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The Palo Verde Fire Response Team includes a Fire Team Advisor (FTA) who at a MINIMUM must be a qualified ___ and ONE is required for ___.

A. (1) Reactor Operator (2) the site.
B. (1) Reactor Operator (2) each unit.
C. (1) Senior Reactor Operator (2) the site.
D. (1) Senior Reactor Operator (2) each unit.

A

A. (1) Reactor Operator (2) the site.

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14
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In order to comply with the minimum staffing requirements as defined in the Tech Spec, 40DP-9OP02 (Conduct of Shift Operations) requires that an SRO meet which of the following requirements to maintain an ACTIVE SRO lie ensue?
The Senior License holder must stand a minimum of…

A. 40 hours and all must be in an SRO-only supervisory position.
B. 40 hours with a minimum of one complete shift in an SRO-only supervisory position.
C. Five 12 hour shifts and all must be in an SRO-Only supervisory position.
D. Five 12 hour shifts with a minimum of one complete shift in an SRO-Only supervisory position.

A

D. Five 12 hour shifts with a minimum of one complete shift in an SRO-Only supervisory position.

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15
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The site control rooms are presently staffed by the following personnel.
(Unit 1) 1 SM, 1 STA (Unlicensed), 1 CRS, 2 ROs
(Unit 2) 1 SM, 1 STA (Unlicensed), 1 CRS, 2 ROs
(Unit 3) 1 SM, 1 STA (Unlicensed), 1 CRS, 3 ROs
The Fire Team Advisor is being supplied by tech Unit 3 third RO.
One of the Unit 1 ROs becomes ill and has to leave the site immediately.
It is three hours until the end of the shift.
Which ONE of the following describes the appropriate response? The Unit 1 Operating Crew…

A. Can continue to operate with the reduced manning for the remainder of the shift per 40DP-9OP02 (Conduct of Shift Operations).
B. Must enter LCO 3.0.3 immediately and make preparations to be in MODE 5 within 37 hours due to failure to meet Tech Spec 5.2.2 (Unit Organization Staff).
C. Can continue to operate with the reduced manning, provided that the FTA from Unit 3 assumes the 2nd RO in Unit 1 to comply with Tech Spec 5.2.2 (Unit Organization Staff)
D. Can continue to operate with the reduced manning for up to 2 hours, provided immediate action is taken to restore crew manning to the minimum requirements per 40DP-9OP02 (Conduct of Shift Operations).

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D. Can continue to operate with the reduced manning for up to 2 hours, provided immediate action is taken to restore crew manning to the minimum requirements per 40DP-9OP02 (Conduct of Shift Operations).

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16
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Unit 1 has automatically tripped from 100% power.
Standard Post Trip Actions (SPTAs) are in progress.
You are the ‘At the Controls’ operator.
SIAS/CIAS have just actuated.
In accordance with Operations Department Practices (ODP-1) which one of the following is the correct method to communicate this information to the ‘Crew’?

A. Inform the CRS of the SIAS/CIAS, then wait for a Control Room Brief to inform the remaining crew members.
B. Announce ‘Crew Update’ wait for all crew members to respond ready then announce the SIAS/CIAS. State ‘End of Update’.
C. Wait for SPTAs to be completed, then ensure that the CRS is aware of the SIAS/CIAS prior to them choosing which EOP to implement.
D. Announce ‘Attention for a brief.’ The CRS will wait for all crew members to report ready, you can then inform the crew of the SIAS/CIAS when the CRS asks you to report any problems or concerns. CRS announces ‘End of Brief.”

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B. Announce ‘Crew Update’ wait for all crew members to respond ready then announce the SIAS/CIAS. State ‘End of Update’.

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Unit 3 has tripped.
SPTAs are in progress.
Which ONE of the following describes the use of ALARM Response Procedures during the EOPs?
Use of Alarm Response Procedures should…

A. Resume only after the EOPs are exited.
B. Resume only after the SPTSs are exited.
C. Be used concurrently with the SPTAs at all times.
D. Resume only after the plant stabilizes and when directed by the CRS.

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D. Resume only after the plant stabilizes and when directed by the CRS.

18
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Which ONE of the following describes when a plant-wide announcement is required to be made?

A. Changing from Mode 3 to Mode 2.
B. Energizing PNA-D25 after a permit has been cleared.
C. Starting HCN-A01C (CTMT Normal ACU Fan) from the Control Room.
D. AFB-P01 (Essential Motor Driven Aux Feed Pump) started automatically on AFAS-1.

A

A. Changing from Mode 3 to Mode 2.

19
Q

Instrument failure on feedwater control system #1
Steam Generator #1 level is 45% narrow range and dropping slowly.
Secondary Operator believes MANUAL on the master or Economizer controllers will stabilize the plant.
Which ONE of the following describes the action the secondary operator is to take for the observed indications?

A. Inform the control room staff; obtain control room supervisor concurrence; manual trip the reactor
B. Immediately take MANUAL control of the master controller and raise the output; inform the control room staff of results
C. Inform the control room staff; obtain control room supervisor concurrence; take MANUAL control of the master controller
D. Immediately take MANUAL control of the Economizer controller and raise the output; inform the Control Room Staff of results

A

C. Inform the control room staff; obtain control room supervisor concurrence; take MANUAL control of the master controller

20
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A severe transient is in progress
The EOPs are NOT mitigating the event
The CRS desires to take reasonable actions that are significantly outside of the procedural guidance found in the EOPs as well as the license conditions
There are no actions within the scope of our license that will address the condition of the plant
The CRS believes that failing to take these actions will lead to adverse consequences to the public health and safety
Based on these conditions, the CRS must…

A. Simply receive the Shift Managers permission to deviate from the EOP
B. Invoke 10CFR50.54 (x) and wait for TSC approval for the planned action
C. Invoke 10CFR50.54 (x) and directs the actions that the CRS feels are prudent
D. Must wait for guidance from the TSC when the EOP fails to mitigate the event

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C. Invoke 10CFR50.54 (x) and directs the actions that the CRS feels are prudent

21
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Per Conduct of Shift Operations, 40DP-9OP02, the minimum requirements to maintain an active Reactor Operator License are…

A. 40 hours of licensed watch standing duties in the previous month
B. 60 hours of licensed watch standing duties in the previous month
C. 40 hours of licensed watch standing duties in the previous calendar quarter
D. 60 hours of licensed watch standing duties in the previous calendar quarter

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D. 60 hours of licensed watch standing duties in the previous calendar quarter

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With regards to Reactivity oversight, The CRS or designated SRO will remain in ____ during all reactivity manipulations.

A. The Unit
B. The boundaries of the Control room
C. The at the controls area
D. Visual distance of the manipulation

A

C. The controls area