NUCLEAR POWER GENERATION
DIABLO CANYON POWER PLANT
INSTRUCTOR LESSON GUIDE
PROGRAM:
GENERAL EMPLOYEE TRAINING
COURSE:
PROTECTED AREA ACCESS
COURSE NO.:
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TOPIC:
GENERIC
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LESSON:
INITIAL AND REQUAL
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APPROXIMATE TIME FOR INSTRUCTION:
4
Instructor Materials
1. Computer.
Student Materials
1. Computer.
2. This lesson as a handout if requested
Lesson References
1. NEI 03-4 Rev 8
2. NANTeL “Generic Plant Access Training” lesson plan.
Remarks
1. This lesson is designed for web-based training.
2. The information in this lesson will be evaluated by the use of a Web Based or Written Test
(80% passing score)
3. Revision bars not used as this lesson has been completely rewritten.
4. The objectives are sequenced in the same order as NEI 03-04 recommended objectives
5. Completed reviews of the individual sections are denoted on page two.
BRYN JENKINS\M ARK PERSKY
DATE:
REVIEWED BY:
ON FILE
TRAINING SUPERVISOR:
DATE:
APPROVED BY:
ON FILE
LEARNING SERVICES DIRECTOR
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Content Reviews
Introduction
The material meets the Nuclear Energy Institute’s generic objectives for
training of all plant workers according to NEI 03-04 Revision 8, “Guideline
for Plant Access Training.” Diablo Canyon supplements this generic training
with additional site-specific training as required by NEI 03-04.
Examination
ALL exams (written or on CBT) are multiple-choice tests based on questions
developed from all initial lesson objectives and these current issues.
ALL Contractors & Vendors employees taking this exam MUST be
proctored. Permanent PG&E employees taking this exam DO NOT have to
be proctored. Only qualified personnel can proctor students during
examinations.
If you fail the exam, your access to the protected area will be suspended. You
MUST receive additional training and score >80% on another exam.
Reviews of
Content
Security
Reviewed By:
Jim Miller
Date:
Emergency Planning
Reviewed By:
Andy Warwick
Date:
Industrial Safety
Reviewed By:
John Beymer
Date:
Environmental Services
Reviewed By:
Tom Esser
Date:
Radiation Protection
Reviewed By:
Tim Irving
Date:
Quality Verification (QV)
Reviewed By:
Dan Stermer
Date:
Fire Safety
Approved By:
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Introduction
Lesson
introduction
This lesson is the introductory lesson for people seeking access to Diablo
Canyon Power Plant. In this lesson we will introduce you to the general
organization of plant staff, major rules and procedures governing how we
work together, and a brief overview of how a nuclear power plant works.
Upon completion, students should be able to state the function of major
power plant sections, comply with company policies and procedures, and be
familiar how the plant basically operates.
The effectiveness measure is 80% score or higher on an exam.
Objectives
Terminal
objective
There are no terminal objectives for this lesson.
Enabling
objectives
The following objectives apply to the lesson.
Number
Objective Text
Making Nuclear Power
1.1
Describe the basic process used to produce electricity at a
nuclear facility.
2.1
2.2
2.3
2.4
2.5
3.1
3.2
3.3
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Introduction To Radiation Protection
Define fission, radioactive material, radiation, contamination,
and dose and state the difference between radioactive material,
radiation and contamination.
Define the term “background” radiation
Contrast the average amount of radiation dose received by
radiation workers and members of the general public.
Identify potential long-term effects from being exposed to low
levels of radiation.
Contrast the risk of working in a nuclear facility to the risk in
other industries.
Accessing The Plant
State the purpose and function of the Security department.
State individual responsibilities regarding complying with
security rules.
Identify areas of the station that are controlled by security
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3.4
3.5
3.6
3.7
3.8
3.9
4.1
4.2
4.3
4.4
4.5
4.6
4.7
4.8
4.9
4.10
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including the owner controlled, area, protected area, and vital
areas.
State when Security personnel may perform physical searches.
State where and when security photo identification badges will
be worn and the actions to be taken if lost.
Describe escorting responsibilities
State the action(s) to be taken upon discovery of an unescorted
visitor or an individual without a security photo identification
badge
Define Tailgating and explain why it is not allowed.
State the purpose of the exit portal contamination monitor.
Working On Site
State the function of each major plant section
State individual responsibilities regarding the following
policies:
 Operating Plant Equipment
 Working on plant equipment without authorization
 Reporting problems for resolution, and
 Complying with radiation protection rules
Describe the nuclear safety culture
State company policy regarding, procedural compliance, and
the use of controlled documents.
State individual responsibilities regarding station cleanliness
and housekeeping
Identify the steps involved with “self-checking”, and state
when self-checking is required.
Discuss individual industrial safety responsibilities regarding
reporting problems, unsafe working conditions or industrial
safety near-misses.
Regarding Quality Assurance:
 State the function of the Nuclear Quality Verification
program
 Identify individual responsibilities regarding QV
 State the authority of QV personnel, and
 State the purpose of audits and surveillances
Regarding Quality Control:
 State the function of the Nuclear Quality Control
program
 Identify individual responsibilities regarding QC
 State the authority of QC personnel, and
 State the company policy on harassment of QV/QC
personnel.
State individual roles and responsibilities regarding the
reporting of potential problems including potential items of
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4.11
4.12
4.13
4.14
4.15
4.16
4.17
4.18
4.19
4.20
5.1
5.2
5.3
5.4
5.5
5.6
5.7
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non-compliance.
Explain the purpose of the Employee Concerns Program.
Explain how to report nuclear safety concerns to the Nuclear
Regulatory Commission.
State the purposes of the emergency plan and the need for
accountability during an emergency.
State the Classifications of station emergencies
State the policy concerning the release of information to the
public and news media regarding an emergency.
State the purpose of personal dosimetry
State the colors and symbols used on radiological postings and
the methods used to identify radiological areas.
State the actions to be taken if a radiological area or radioactive
material is encountered.
Explain:
 The consequences of willful misconduct
 How to report conditions of vandalism or tampering
Identify the policy for control and handling of Safeguards
information.
Managing Industrial Safety
Discuss adherence to safety instructions
Discuss individual responsibilities of safety postings, barriers,
tags and signs
Administration of First Aid (if qualified)
Discuss the use of personal protective equipment
Discuss the use of plant safety equipment
Recognize potential health hazards and methods for reducing
the risks involved with the following:
 Use of Asbestos on some plant components
 Electrical equipment
 Steam leaks
 Confine Spaces
 Trip, slip and fall hazards
 Heat Stress
 Compressed gases
 Moving/rotating equipment
 High noise areas
 Falling hazards
 Eye hazards
 Hazardous chemicals
State where information may be obtained explaining the risk,
hazards and handling associated with a chemical or toxic
substance.
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5.8
5.9
5.10
5.11
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State employees’ responsibility regarding fire barriers
State actions an individual is required to take upon discovery of
a fire
Discuss fire prevention measures including fire loading,
handling of flammable material and hot work.
State examples of types of hot work requiring a permit
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Making Nuclear Power
Objective 1
Describe the basic process used to produce electricity at a nuclear facility.
Introduction
To understand this process, we need to look at how nuclear energy is
converted to electricity.
Need to Know
Diablo Canyon consists of two separate nuclear power generating units. They
are simply called unit 1 and unit 2. Both units are pressurized water reactors.
The purpose of a pressurized water reactor (nuclear reactor) is to produce
heat. This heat is converted into electricity which is sold to PG&E customers.
Energy is produced from the nuclear fission process that takes place in the
reactor. When a uranium atom undergoes fission (splits into two atoms),
energy is released in the form of heat. The heat is used to boil water and
produce steam. This steam is used to turn a turbine just like in a coal, gas, or
oil power plant. The turbine is connected to the generator which produces the
electricity PG&E supplies to customers.
Drawing: PWR
The drawing below shows a pressurized water reactor like Diablo Canyon.
Nice to Know
Sea water cooling is used to condense turbine exhaust steam forming
condensate. The condensate is then returned to the steam generator to redo
the cycle.
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INTRODUCTION TO RADIATION PROTECTION
Lesson
Introduction
Nuclear power creates electricity from nuclear fission. In this section, you
will learn where radiation comes from and how it is measured. You will also
learn about the health effects of radiation and why it must be carefully
controlled.
Objective 2.1
Define fission, radioactive material, radiation, contamination, and dose and
state the difference between radioactive material, radiation and
contamination.
Nuclear Fission
A nuclear power plant produces electricity from the heat that nuclear fission
creates. During fission, a neutron is absorbed by a uranium atom to make it
split (fission). Neutrons are small particles inside the nucleus of an atom.
When the atom splits (fissions), it releases energy (heat) along with other
neutrons. These neutrons are absorbed by other uranium atoms, creating a
chain reaction that continues the fission process.
Releasing
Radiation
When an atom splits (fissions) it creates unique materials and conditions that
must be carefully managed.
Some energy that is released when an atom splits is called radiation. The
process of releasing radiation is called radioactive decay. This can occur in
naturally occurring atoms such as radium or radon or in the controlled setting
of a nuclear reactor, as you just learned. Anything that contains decaying
atoms and releases radiation is called radioactive material
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Introduction to Radiation Protection, Continued
Measuring
Radiation
Radiation is measured by the amount of energy released from radioactive
material.
When the body or any specific organ is exposed to radiation, the amount of
radiation received is called dose. This is measured in units called rem or
millirem (1/1000 rem).
Contamination
In a power plant, radioactive material needs to be carefully controlled.
Contamination occurs when radioactive material gets outside the place it is
intended to be. When this happens, the radiation it releases is no longer
controlled. This can result in dose that is not tracked, which can be a health
hazard.
Remember that contamination is radioactive material; radiation is the energy
that the material releases."
In Common
Terms
Remember when you had your last cookout or barbecue?
The radiation that cooked your food on the grill was in the form of heat
given off from the charcoal. You could feel the heat; in fact you probably
used your sense of touch to see if the grill was ready.
Let's suppose that one of the kids hits the charcoal grill with a ball, and spills
charcoal everywhere. Now there is charcoal all over the ground where it's not
supposed to be. The ground is now contaminated with charcoal.
Your food cooks on the barbecue, because of the amount of heat energy
absorbed by the food. That is the dose.
Relating the
Terms
Radioactive material and contamination both give off radiation. The
difference between radioactive material and contamination is that
contamination is radioactive material in an undesirable place.
The difference between radiation and radioactive material (or contamination)
is that radiation is the energy given off from radioactive material or
contamination.
Practice /
Feedback
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The term that defines the amount of radiation absorbed in the body is called:
A. Contamination
B. Radioactive materials
C. Dirt
D. Dose (Answer)
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Introduction to Radiation Protection, Continued
Objective 2.2
Define “background”.
Background
Radiation Dose
Background radiation is radiation everyone receives from natural and manmade sources. Natural sources, such as the sun and some types of rocks, and
man-made sources such as medical treatments and x rays, contribute much
more dose than occupational dose.
According to the National Council on Radiation Protection, background
sources of radiation account for an average annual dose of 620 millirem to
people living in the U.S.
Practice /
Feedback
The radiation that comes from natural sources around us is called
A. Backscatter
B. Backblast
C. Background (Answer)
D. Blackbody
Objective 2.3
Contrast the average amount of radiation dose received by radiation workers
and members of the general public.
Occupational
Radiation Dose
As a radiation worker, you will receive “occupational dose” from radiation on
the job. This dose will be much less than what you receive from background
radiation. According to the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), the
average occupational dose received by a radiation worker at a nuclear power
plant in the U.S. is 180 mrem (less than one third the amount of dose received
from background radiation). Background dose 620 mrem plus Radiation
Worker Occupational Dose 180 mrem equals 800 mrem.
Radiation workers will receive special equipment to monitor their dose. Many
workers at a nuclear plant are not considered radiation workers. Federal law
limits their occupational dose to the same as members of the general public,
which is 100 mrem per year.
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Introduction to Radiation Protection, Continued
Objective 2.4
Identify potential long-term effects from being exposed to low levels of
radiation.
Radiation
Effects
Research shows that exposure to certain levels of radiation increases the risk
of contracting cancer and other illnesses. To be safe, we assume that longterm exposure to even low levels of radiation will slightly increase health
risks.
This is why radiation dose is kept as low as reasonably achievable (ALARA)
in the plant.
Heath Risks
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) calculates that 1000 mrem
of occupational dose per year (which is more than three times the average
amount received by radiation workers) increases the risk of contracting fatal
cancer by .04 percent.
For example, if a group of 10,000 people could normally expect to develop
2500 cases of fatal cancer, exposing each person to 1000 mrem of
occupational dose each year would increase that number to 2504
Age Sensitivity
In general, younger people are more sensitive to the effects of radiation.
Their cells are developing more rapidly, and radiation disrupts that process.
Therefore, unborn children are at the greatest risk because they are most
sensitive to the effects of radiation. If you desire further information
concerning pre-natal exposure, please contact the RP Manager.
Practice /
Feedback3
In General,_______________to the effects of radiation.
a) Older people are more sensitive
b) Younger people are more sensitive (Answer)
c) Men are more sensitive
d) Women are more sensitive
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Introduction to Radiation Protection, Continued
Objective 2.5
Contrast the risk of working in a nuclear facility to the risk in other industries.
The delayed effects from radiation exposure, such as contracting cancer, are
not a certainty. These increased risks are described by how much they reduce
life expectancy for the average person. The chart identifies the average number
of days lost based on the various health risks in each category.
Comparison of
Health Risks
Estimated Loss of Life Expectancy
Due to Various Causes
Source: Adapted from Cohen, B. and Lee, I. “A Catalog of Risks.” Health Physics, 36, June, 1979, 707–722
Cause
Practice /
Feedback 2
Days Cause
Days
Cigarette smoking (male)
2250
Job with radiation
exposure
40
Heart disease
2100
Falls
39
Being 30% overweight
1300
Accidents to Pedestrians 37
Being a coal miner
1100
Safest job (accidents)
30
Being 20% Overweight
900
Fire (burns)
27
Average job (accidents)
74
Generation of energy
24
The average number of days of life lost to occupational exposure is?
a) 2250
b) 40(Answer)
c) 24
d) 900
ANS: b
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Accessing the Plant
Objective 3.1
State the purpose and function of the Security department.
Security
When you approach the plant, the first group you will encounter is Security.
Security officers protect the plant and its workers, and protect against nuclear
sabotage. Their responsibilities include the following:

Control Protected and Vital Area access

Issue access badges

Control security doors within the plant
Examples
Examples of Security roles include:
 Protecting plant personnel from physical harm should a terrorist attack
occur, or if an employee becomes violent.
 Preventing radiological sabotage by intruders (or employees) that
would endanger the employees, plant or the public.
 Even though we do not have weapons grade material on site, i.e. bomb
material, we are required to prevent the theft of nuclear material to
protect the safety of the public.
Practice /
Feedback
Which of the following is NOT one of the 3 purposes of the DCPP security
program?
a.) Protect plant personnel
b.) Prevent sabotage
c.) Identifiy drug & alcohol abusers (Answer)
d.) Guard against theft of nuclear material
Objective 3.2
State individual responsibilities regarding complying with security rules.
Individual
Responsibilities
Everyone on site shall follow all written and verbal Security guidance.
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Accessing the Plant, Continued
Objective 3.3
Identify areas of the station that are controlled by security including the
owner controlled, area, protected area, and vital areas.
Security Areas
Each security area at DCPP requires a specific security clearance or access
level for entry. There are three types of security areas at DCPP.
1. Owner Controlled: Per Security commitments, the Owner Controlled
Area is defined as the roads within the “site boundary” as described in
the Updated FSAR. The owner controlled area can be thought of as all
the PG&E property around the plant, starting at the Avila Beach gate.
2. Protected Area: There are three separate Protected Areas (PA). The
main plant PA includes the two containments, the auxiliary, fuel handling,
and turbine buildings, the administration building, security building and
warehouse up on the hill. Another PA encompasses the lower elevations
of the intake structure down by the ocean, where the plant’s seawater
pumps are located. The third is the dry cask storage area. A keycard,
which signifies the proper clearance, is required for entry into a PA.
3. Vital Areas: Specific areas located within the PA that contain equipment
and systems which are important to the safe operation or shutdown of the
plant. The proper access level on the keycard is required for entry.
Map
The map below represents the Owner Controlled (shaded green), the
Protected Areas (shaded yellow), and the Vital Areas (shaded red).
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Accessing the Plant, Continued
Entering the
Protected Area
Entering a nuclear plant is similar to going through airport security. When
entering the Protected Area (PA) you will process through metal detectors
and explosive detectors. Details will be provided in the Site Specific lesson.
Hand carried items such as lunch boxes, back packs, purses, and brief
cases/laptops must be examined using an X-ray machine or hand searched by
a Security Officer. Most stations also have a hand reader or badge reader that
identifies you before entering the PA.
Be careful of your conversation during this process. Jokes and comments
about bombs or dangerous behaviors are taken very seriously.
Practice /
Feedback
What is the access road part of?
A. The vital area
B. The protected area
C. The guarded area
D. The owner controlled area (Answer)
Objectives 3.4
State when Security personnel may perform physical searches.
Searches
All vehicles are subject to being searched when they first enter the Owner
Controlled Area. They may be searched again at any time while on company
property.
Everyone who enters the PA is subject to being searched along with anything
they are carrying at any time while on site.
All searches are by implied or expressed consent. You give consent
(permission) to be searched by two means:
 Implied – just by being on DCPP property
 Expressed – required that you say "yes" that you consent to be
searched
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Accessing the Plant, Continued
Objective 3.5
State where and when security photo identification badges will be worn and
the actions to be taken if lost.
Badges
Anytime you are in the PA you must wear your security photo ID badge.
Wear it on the outer clothing of the upper front portion of your body. The
picture must face out. Remember that if you take off your outer clothing, you
must transfer the badge.
Control of your badge is essential. No one is allowed in the PA without a
badge, and no one else may use your badge. If you lose it, check the
immediate area first. If you cannot find it, notify Security immediately and
wait for an officer to arrive. If you find a lost badge, notify Security
immediately.
Objective 3.6
Describe escorting responsibilities
Escorting
Visitors
All visitors must be escorted while in the protected and vital areas. Escorts
must be authorized badged employees with unescorted access to the areas
they will enter.
Escorting visitors is an important function that involves serious
responsibilities:

Make sure visitors properly wear a visitor badge.

Maintain visual control of visitors at all times. They may enter a
restroom or locker room unescorted if there is only one entry/exit that
the escort watches continuously.

Make sure visitors are authorized by Radiation Protection
management before entering radiologically controlled areas.

Ensure visitors follow all plant policies and procedures.
Return visitors to the security access point when a visit is over. Do not leave
until you are certain that the visitors have either left the PA or they are being
escorted by other authorized personnel.
Details will be provided in the Site Specific lesson
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Accessing the Plant, Continued
Objective 3.7
State the action(s) to be taken upon discovery of an unescorted visitor or an
individual without a security photo identification badge
Discovery
Responsibilities
Escort duties can be transferred to another qualified escort, who then becomes
responsible for the visitor.
If another escort cannot be found, escort your visitor back to the security
access point. Improper escort of visitors can result in disciplinary action.
If you find an unescorted visitor or an individual without a security badge,
report it to Security immediately.
If the individual refuses to follow instructions, contact Security. Do not
attempt to physically force the visitor to comply with instructions.
Objective 3.8
Define Tailgating and explain why it is not allowed.
Tailgating
Entering PAs or VAs at DCPP without authorization is not only against NRC
regulations and company policy, but it is also an unsafe practice.
Following a worker through a security door without using the card reader is
called tailgating. This is prohibited. Tailgating bypasses security controls and
prevents accurate accounting of personnel during an emergency
If you observe personnel entering a keycard controlled door improperly,
please assist them in the correct process or report it to security.
Practice /
Feedback
What is meant by tailgating with regards to Security procedures?
A. Discussing the job details on the tailgate of your work truck.
B. Riding too close to the bumper of the car in front of you.
C. Always being the last one through a security door.
D. Going through a security door without using the card reader (Answer)
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Accessing the Plant, Continued
Objective 3.9
State the purpose of the exit portal contamination monitor.
Exit Portal
Monitor
The exit portal contamination monitor checks all employees for radioactive
contamination as they leave the PA. If the monitor alarms, stay in the area and
notify the appropriate personnel based on your station’s procedure.
Nuclear medical treatments such as thyroid tracers (iodine) or barium tracers
can cause the portal monitor to alarm. If you have had this type of treatment,
notify the appropriate personnel before you enter the PA.
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WORKING ON SITE
Objective 4.1
State the function of each major plant section
Introduction
Knowing the function of each work section will enhance communication and
expedite work that crosses section lines.
Nuclear Power Generation (NPG) has many varied organizations to maintain
Diablo Canyon as a superior performing nuclear power plant. In this lesson
we will only discuss the organizations that will be encountered by the general
employee.
Operations
The function of the Operations Section is to operate the plant by:
 Controlling reactor power.
 Staffing the control room.
 Controlling pumps, valves, and other equipment away from the
control room.
 Placing clearance tags on equipment.
 Approving plant maintenance work.
Maintenance.
The Maintenance Section performs preventative maintenance, repairs, and
performs upgrades to:
 Motors.
 Pumps.
 Valves.
 Plant instruments.
 Security equipment.
Radiation
Protection
The Radiation Protection Section assists the plant workers in minimizing
radiological exposure and the spread of radioactive contamination. They
perform activities such as:
 Escorting personnel into high-radiation areas.
 Measuring plant radiation levels throughout the plant.
 Controlling the access to the RCA
 Controlling work in radiation, high radiation, and contaminated areas.
 Preparing Radiation Work Permits.
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Working On Site, Continued
Learning
Services
The Learning Services Section develops training material for all plant
personnel. They present the training courses and maintain training records.
Quality
Verification
Our Nuclear Quality Verification Section ensures the quality level of the plant
is as high as possible. They perform activities such as monitoring work to
ensure it is done correctly and performing reviews to ensure programs comply
with plant procedures and state and federal requirements.
Emergency
Planning
The Emergency Planning Section prepares plans to deal with any emergency
that occurs on site and conducts drills to ensure the plans are adequate and
plant personnel are prepared to respond to a plant emergency. The purpose of
the EP section is to protect the health and safety of the general public.
Safety
The Industrial/Safety Services Section provides oversight of the industrial
safety program. They may become involved with activities such as:
 Checking air quality.
 Evaluating industrial accidents.
 Evaluating heat stress concerns.
They ensure compliance with all federal Occupational Safety and
Health Administration (FED-OSHA) and California Occupational
Safety and Health Administration (CAL-OSHA) regulations.
Practice /
Feedback 1
Match the term with the description
1
Section
Operations
a
2
Maintenance
b
3
Radiation Protection
c
Description
Repair plant equipment such as
motors, pumps, valves and etc.
Assist in minimizing radiation
exposure and control of
contamination.
Operate plant equipment, place
protective tags, and approve plant
work.
ANS: 1 c, 2 a, 3 b
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Working On Site, Continued
Practice /
Feedback 2
Match the term with the description
1
Section
Safety Group
a
2
Security
b
3
QA/QC
c
4
Emergency Planning
d
Description
Creates Plans and trains personnel to
protect plant workers and the public
in emergencies
Monitors plant programs to ensure
they are being done properly
Protect plant from sabotage &
control access to Protected Area
Responsible for overall safety
programs at plant
ANS: 1 d, 2 c, 3 b, 4 a
Objective 4.2
State individual responsibilities regarding the following policies:
 Operating Plant Equipment
 Working on plant equipment without authorization
 Reporting problems for resolution, and
 Complying with radiation protection rules
Operating
Plant
Equipment
You should only operate plant equipment if you are qualified and authorized
by the control room personnel or by procedure.
Working on
Plant Equip
Only qualified, authorized personnel may work on plant equipment. All
work on plant equipment must be approved before starting. If you are unsure
of your qualifications, check with your supervisor.
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Reporting
Problems for
Resolution
Each employee can recognize problems in their own area of expertise. Our
expectation is that each employee will promptly identify problems to
supervision and document those problems within the corrective action
program prior to the end of their shift.
The individual identifying the issue should:

Ensure the appropriate immediate action to place the plant or process
in a safe condition has been initiated.

Evaluate the situation for additional immediate actions.

Notify the Shift Foreman, work control Shift Foreman, or Shift
Manager for problems involving plant equipment or potential
operability, reportability, or personnel safety concerns.

Notify the group supervisor about the issue to determine what
additional actions may be necessary.

If a notification does not already exist, create a notification prior to the
end of shift. If you do not have network access your supervisor will
generate the notification.
Radiation
Protection
You are expected to follow all RP instructions (written and verbal).
Objective 4.3
Describe the nuclear safety culture.
Nuclear Safety
Culture
Every nuclear plant worker has a responsibility to protect the reactor core and
safety systems at all times. This means you must demonstrate key principles
of a healthy nuclear safety culture:

Take personal responsibility for nuclear safety in everything you do.

Consider safety first when making every decision.

Bring a questioning attitude to your work. If something doesn't feel
right, stop and ask for help.
A successful nuclear worker respects the technology and protects the safety
systems. The integrity of the reactor - and ultimately the health and safety of
the public - depends on you.
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Objective 4.4
State company policy regarding procedural compliance, and the use of
controlled documents.
Following
Procedures
Station procedures and other controlled documents ensure that work is
performed consistently, in a quality manner, and in a logical sequence.
When a job calls for a procedure, be sure to use the latest approved version.
It’s always a good idea to review the procedure first and verify that all your
tools and parts are available.
Procedures must be followed exactly as written. If you believe you can’t
follow the procedure as written for any reason, stop the job, put it in a safe
condition, and contact your supervisor to resolve the problem.
Approved
Documents
Approved documents include procedures, maintenance work packages, plant
modification packages, radiation work permits, and others. All work at the
plant is to be performed in accordance with the most current, and approved
work document.
If, for any reason, you have questions about how to proceed with your task as
it relates to the approved document:
 Stop the work and place the job in a safe condition.
 Contact your supervisor and resolve the problem.
Through review of the approved document, tailboards, walk-downs and other
pre-job and on-the-job instructions, personnel are to be comfortable with the
procedure before starting work and are expected to request assistance when
problems are identified.
Only the latest, approved revision of the document (procedure, drawing,
manual, etc.) is to be used to perform the work.
Practice /
Feedback
You are about to perform work on a breaker in the plant. You find a copy of a
procedure for this task sitting by the breaker. It is OK to use it because the
procedure is for the task. TRUE or FALSE?
ANS: FALSE, you must first ensure the procedure is current.
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Objective 4.5
State individual responsibilities regarding station cleanliness and
housekeeping
Housekeeping
You are expected to keep your workspace as neat as possible while you work
and to clean up when the work is done. The goal is to leave the area cleaner
than you found it. If you discover a housekeeping problem that you can’t
resolve, contact your supervisor.
Objective 4.6
Identify the steps involved with “self-checking”, and state when self-checking
is required.
Self-Checking
Self-checking is a process that is used anytime a task is about to be
performed. It ensures the correct action is being taken.
STEPS INVOLVED WITH SELF-CHECKING
The simplest method most often used in the nuclear industry is S-T-A-R.
 Stop. Pause and think before beginning.
 Think. Think about what you are supposed to do and what result you
expect
 Act. Perform the action carefully.
 Review. Observe and verify the response was correct.
Objective 4.7
Discuss individual industrial safety responsibilities regarding reporting
problems, unsafe working conditions or industrial safety near-misses.
Reporting
Safety Issues
During your day-to-day activities, you might find something that could be a
safety problem. This can include the following:
 a wrong part on a safety system
 a valve out of position
 someone using an outdated procedure
 a fire or security barrier left out of position
 unsafe conditions like missing handrails or defective ladders
 a “near-miss” or “near hit” event where only luck prevented injury or
equipment damage
Use the station procedure to report all potential problems so they can be
reviewed and corrected. This usually begins with telling your supervisor.
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Objective 4.8
and 4.9
Regarding Quality Program:
 State the function of the Quality Verification (QV) And Quality
Control (QC) programs
 Identify individual responsibilities regarding QV & QC
 State the authority of QV and QC personnel, and
 State the purpose of audits and surveillances
Introduction
The Quality Program ensures that the plant is meeting federal regulations and
completing work according to documented instructions, procedures, and
drawings.
The program has two components: Quality Verification (QV) and Quality
Control (QC). Each has a different function.
Quality
Verification
Quality Control
Quality Verification provides confidence that equipment and structures will
work properly in service. QV personnel do not supervise work; they provide
an independent check of completed work. They conduct periodic audits and
surveillances, including the following:

review of documentation and records

inspection of job sites

observation of activities
Quality Control personnel conduct inspections and tests to verify that certain
characteristics have been met. They also check compliance with documented
instructions, procedures, and drawings.
A QC inspector may observe an entire job, review the documentation, or
witness specific steps in the job. Inspection activities may include examining
materials, taking measurements, testing products, and observing work.
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Worker
Responsibilities
All workers should take pride in their craftsmanship. Accept nothing less than
high-quality work. Strive to do every job right the first time.
The station's Quality Program reinforces and supports this goal. It spot checks
plant activities to ensure they follow procedures and meet certain standards.
The program does this in several ways:

monitoring plant activities

reviewing programs

inspecting safety-related parts and supplies
Each individual is responsible for performing every job in a quality manner
and doing every job right the first time.
QV/QC
Personnel
Authority
The Quality Program at DCPP is required by federal law. Therefore, any
threat, assault, or interference with QV auditors or QC inspectors while
performing their jobs is a federal offense punishable by a fine and/or
imprisonment.
Harassment, intimidation, retaliation, or discrimination of Quality personnel
during the performance of their duties will not be tolerated by PG&E and may
result in termination of employment.
QV and QC personnel have the authority to stop jobs in progress when
quality concerns warrant further investigation.
QV Audits and
Surveillances
The purpose of QV audits, assessments, process monitoring, and inspections
is to verify and document the level of quality.
Audits, assessments, and inspections all mean observing activities,
equipment, or reviewing documentation to verify conformance with the
accepted standards.
QC Hold Points
When performing work, your work documentation might call for a QC hold
point. Either of these requires you to contact QC personnel so they can
observe the step. Call Quality Control ahead of time to avoid waiting for an
inspector.
 Willful violation of a QC hold or witness point is subject to discipline
up to termination.
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Objective 4.10
State individual roles and responsibilities regarding the reporting of potential
problems including potential items of non-compliance.
Reporting
Problems
Most problems can be resolved through processes such as condition reports or
notification action request. Check with your supervisor to determine the best
course to take for reporting problems for resolution.
If normal means of addressing problems do not resolve the issue, you have
the right to pursue it further
Objective 4.11
Explain the purpose of the Employee Concerns Program.
Employee
Concerns
Program
Every station has its own Employee Concerns Program. Workers may
confidentially or anonymously raise issues that might affect any of the
following:

health and safety of site personnel or the general public

nuclear safety

quality

plant performance
Plant management wants and expects an environment in which workers feel
free to raise concerns.
Objective 4.12
Explain how to report nuclear safety concerns to the Nuclear Regulatory
Commission.
Reporting
Problems to the
NRC
You may contact the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and request an
inspection if you believe a regulation has been violated or if you know about
unsafe radiological conditions or practices. Federal law protects workers from
retaliation by the company when they file an inspection request.
You will be notified in writing if the NRC rejects your request because it
finds no reasonable grounds to pursue the issue.
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NRC Form 3
NRC Form 3 is a notice to employees describing their rights and
responsibilities at nuclear plants. Copies are posted throughout the site. The
form shows a map of the NRC regions and includes their office phone
numbers. To contact the NRC, find your region on the map and call the
number for that region.
Whether you contact the NRC to report a concern or the NRC requests
information from you while on the job, always provide complete and accurate
information. Be open, honest, and cooperative about all aspects of work and
its documentation.
Practice /
Feedback 1
The place to find the phone number to confidentially contact the NRC is
A. To ask your supervisor
B. Posted on the NRC Form 3 around the plant ANS: B
C. To ask the Control Room at 779
D. Call QV
Objective 4.13
State the purposes of the emergency plan and the need for accountability
during an emergency.
Emergency
Plan
Every nuclear station has a plan for radiological protection of the public,
employees, and the plant in case of an emergency. All station emergency
plans are similar, with some differences based on plant design, location, and
organization
Accountability
In an emergency, everyone inside the Protected Area must be accounted
for. If accountability is necessary, you will hear an alarm followed by an
announcement. You will be told where to go, and how to get there.
After listening to the announcement, take the following actions:

Place any equipment and work in progress in a safe condition.

Escort all visitors to Security or another location identified by site
procedures.

If you are in a radiologically controlled area, exit normally unless told
otherwise.

Proceed to your designated assembly area and wait for further
instructions.
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Objective 4.14
State the Classifications of station emergencies
Emergency
Classifications
Emergency classification levels (ECLs) are defined by the NRC and used by
all nuclear plants. The emergency classifications in order (least to worst) are:
1. Unusual Event
2. Alert
3. Site Area Emergency
4. General Emergency
Objective 4.15
State the policy concerning the release of information to the public and news
media regarding an emergency.
Information
Release
The station has identified spokesperson(s) to give information to the public
and news media. Refer all external requests for plant information to this
person. (This is a good practice even in nonemergency situations.)
Your family can hear about the plant status and protective actions by listening
to the radio. Family members should not call the plant, because phone lines
will be needed for emergency response.
Objective 4.16
State the purpose of personal dosimetry
TLD’s
Several types of radiation monitoring devices are used in a nuclear plant.
Radiation workers wear a thermoluminescent dosimeter (TLD). This tracks
the amount of radiation dose the individual receives, and it is used to create a
permanent dose record.
The TLD is normally worn on the front of the body on the outer clothing
between the neck and waist, just like a plant access badge.
Practice /
Feedback 1
The device used to measure and record personnel exposure to radiation is
called the
a) TLD
b) SOURCE
c) BLT
d) Portal Monitor
ANS: A
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Objective 4.17
State the colors and symbols used on radiological postings and the methods
used to identify radiological areas.
Radiological
Postings
All radiological barriers are marked by yellow and magenta (light purple)
postings. These are usually in the form of rope or ribbon strung between
stanchions, enclosing the area, with signs hanging from them that provide
more information about the area. Also there is normally yellow and magenta
tape on the floor or walls marking the area boundaries.
The signs will have a yellow background with magenta lettering and a
magenta tri-bladed symbol (called a tri-foil).
Non-rad workers are never to cross these boundaries in any way. If a
radiation boundary is blocking an assigned job, contact your supervisor...do
not move the boundary!
The sign below is yellow with a magenta trefoil in the center.
Objective 4.18
State the actions to be taken if a radiological area or radioactive material is
encountered.
Radiation
Areas and
Material
Report any uncontrolled radioactive material or any suspected radioactive
material found outside a radiologically controlled area to RP personnel. Do
not touch it, and keep others away.
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Objective 4.19
Explain:
 The consequences of willful misconduct
 How to report conditions of vandalism or tampering
Willful
Misconduct
Any action by an employee or contractor to willfully violate NRC
requirements or to cause the company to be in violation of those requirements
is willful misconduct. This may include, but is not limited to, the following
examples:

recognizing a procedural violation and not taking corrective action

falsifying records

willfully providing, or causing someone else to provide, the NRC with
inaccurate or incomplete information

willfully withholding safety-significant information from supervisory
personnel

submitting false information to gain unescorted access to a nuclear
station
Willful misconduct will not be tolerated. It may result in discipline up to
and including termination or civil penalties, including fines and/or
imprisonment.
Vandalism and
Tampering
Report any plant conditions that might be the result of vandalism or
tampering to the appropriate plant management. There are many examples,
including the following:

misaligned breakers or valves

cut wires or cables

foreign objects in machinery, reservoirs, or tanks

inappropriate cuts or holes in pipes, tubes, or hoses

damage to equipment that interferes with a safety or security function
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Objective 4.20
Identify the policy for control and handling of Safeguards information.
Safeguards
Information
Safeguards information describes the plant’s detailed security measures.
Safeguards documents are marked as such on every page. Only authorized
individuals can see this information. It must be protected at all times and
stored in an approved, locked container.
If you ever find safeguards information unattended, do not open it. Take
possession of it and contact Security immediately. Unauthorized disclosure of
safeguards information may result in civil and criminal penalties.
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Objective 5.1
Discuss adherence to safety instructions
Rules,
Procedures and
Permits
A nuclear plant has many safety rules and procedures. Management expects
you to follow them all. They are designed to make the plant a safe place to
work.
In addition to procedures, some activities require special permits. Examples
may include welding, entering a tank, and propping open a fire door. If a job
requires a permit, get it before starting work.
If you are unsure about any safety policies/procedures, discuss them with
your supervisor before you start work. You are the most important factor
in creating a safe workplace. Disregarding any safety policy may result in
disciplinary action
Objective 5.2
Discuss individual responsibilities of safety postings, barriers, tags and signs
Signs and
Barriers
Signs and barriers throughout the plant warn of hazards such as energized
equipment, confined spaces, and flammable material. Always read and obey
these warnings.
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Safety Tags
Safety tags are another way of protecting you from danger by communicating
important information. They have a variety of uses, shapes, and colors.
Operating equipment with a safety tag attached could cause injury,
death, or damage. Read and obey any tags you find in an area before you
start work
Danger tags, especially “Do Not Operate” tags are intended to ensure the
safety of people working on the equipment or related components. If you find
one of these tags not attached to a component, immediately contact the
control room.
Never remove a safety tag without proper authorization
Objective 5.3
Administration of First Aid (if qualified)
First Aid
For injuries that require immediate medical aid, call the control room at 779.
If they don’t answer immediately a fire alarm will go off. Give whatever first
aid you are qualified to give without putting yourself at risk.
Objective 5.4
Discuss the use of personal protective equipment
PPE
The first step in keeping safe is to wear your personal protective
equipment (PPE). Different areas of the plant require different types of PPE,
and each site has its own procedures for wearing it. You are responsible to
know and follow the rules for your site.

Safety glasses protect your eyes from dust, debris, and flying objects.
They must be worn whenever a hard hat is required, or when a posting
requires them. Standard corrective lenses are not enough. They must
meet American National Standards Institute (ANSI) and company
safety standards. Side shields are often required.

Hard hats protect your head from pipes, protrusions, low ceilings,
and falling objects. They are generally required everywhere on site
except inside administrative buildings. They must be worn with the
bill facing toward the front.

Protective footwear protects your feet from being cut or crushed.
Shoes should have leather uppers. In some cases, steel-toed or other
types of safety shoes may also be required.
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PPE cont.

Hearing protection (earplugs or earmuffs) prevents hearing loss.
Wear it in areas posted for high noise.

Gloves are required for work that could cause hand or finger injuries.
This includes working with rough materials (wood or rusty metal) or
on jobs that might create a pinch hazard.
Nice to Know:
Earplugs
Earplugs - includes the formable (foam rubber or waxed cotton) and premolded (silicone rubber or plastic) types. These fit into the ear canal.
Formable fit all ears, pre-molded come in different sizes or can be custom
molded to fit. The formable types are disposable after a single use, the premolded types should be washed with warm soapy water after each use and
stored in a clean carrying case.
Nice to Know:
Earmuffs
Earmuffs - are usually made of a metal U-shaped headband with plastic cups
that fit over the entire ear. They are relatively easy and quick to properly
don. They are generally less effective in reducing noise than earplugs.
Objective 5.5
Discuss the use of plant safety equipment
Plant Safety
Equipment
In addition to PPE, the station also installs plant safety equipment near
certain hazardous areas for emergencies. For example, first aid kits are
placed throughout the plant. Emergency showers and eyewash stations are
placed where chemicals are used.
If you are working near one of these hazards, make sure you know where the
safety equipment is and how to use it before you start work. Do not tamper
with this equipment or use it for anything except its intended purpose.

First aid kits typically contain basic items for treating minor injuries
such as cuts and scrapes. A kit generally includes things like alcohol
wipes, bandages, aspirin, and gauze.

Emergency showers wash chemicals off your skin. To use the
shower, step under the shower head and pull the chain. Follow plant
guidelines for how long to use it.
Eyewash stations wash chemicals out of your eyes. To use the station, place
your face near the water fountains and press the handle. Follow plant
guidelines for how long to use it.
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Objective 5.6
Recognize potential health hazards and methods for reducing the risks
involved with the following:
 Use of Asbestos on some plant components
 Electrical equipment
 Steam leaks
 Confine Spaces
 Trip, slip and fall hazards
 Heat Stress
 Compressed gases
 Moving/rotating equipment
 High noise areas
 Falling hazards
 Eye hazards
 Hazardous chemicals
Asbestos
Asbestos is a fiber that was once widely used in gaskets and insulation. It
was eventually found to cause serious health problems.
Only employees who have been trained and properly equipped should handle
asbestos. If you must work on equipment that might contain asbestos and you
have not had the required training, notify your supervisor.
Electrical
Equipment
Equipment throughout the plant carries electrical power ranging from a few
volts to thousands of volts. Signs warn of high voltage areas.
Before working near any exposed conductors or equipment that uses
electricity, make sure it has been removed from service, de-energized, and
tagged. Working on energized equipment is dangerous. It requires special
training, qualification, and management authorization.
Never touch someone who is in contact with a live electrical circuit.
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Avoiding
Electrical
Hazards
Inspect work areas and equipment for electrical hazards before starting work.
There are several things to look for:

open electrical panels

frayed cords or cables

water on or near electrical equipment

missing or broken ground plugs
Some electrical hazards are inside concrete and other structures. Make sure
there are no hidden electrical conductors in an object before drilling, nailing
or spraying water on it.
Steam Leaks
Steam is used in many ways and at various pressures. Sometimes equipment
will develop a steam leak. The pressure and temperature of this steam can
cause serious burns. Steam leaks at very high pressures can be invisible and
dangerous.
If you find a steam leak, stay away from it and report it to the appropriate
personnel. You can identify a steam leak in several ways:
 visible vapor coming from a component
 whistling or hissing noise
 increased temperatures
 moisture on walls, ceiling, or equipment
Activities such as preventive maintenance, corrective maintenance, and
periodic operator inspections protect workers from steam leaks. Identified
leaks are posted with warning ropes and signs.
Confine Spaces
Confined spaces may contain a life-threatening atmosphere. Any area that
meets all of the following criteria is a confined space:

not intended for continuous human occupancy

limited means of getting in and out

large enough and so configured that a person can bodily enter and
perform work
Open spaces such as pits, vaults, and vessels may be confined spaces if they
meet these criteria. If you have to work in one of these spaces, check with
your supervisor. To enter a confined space, you must complete confined
space training and follow the requirements of the confined space program
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Trips, Slips and
Falls
Some hazards can cause you to trip, slip, or fall. Here are some examples:

piping, conduit, ropes, and cables

work on elevated equipment

unsecured ladders

scaffolding

liquid spills
Always be alert to what is in front of and below you. Do not climb on plant
equipment such as piping, cable trays, and snubbers.
Safety equipment such as fall protection may be required. This equipment
may require special training. Check with your supervisor before using it
Heat Stress
Some plant areas can get extremely warm, especially in the summer. The
length of time you are allowed to stay there might be limited to protect you
from heat stress. Stay times are based on temperature and humidity. Refer to
plant safety guidelines for specific information.
You can reduce the risk of heat stress in several ways:

Drink fluids.

Install ventilation, fans, or temporary air conditioning.

Monitor temperature and humidity.

Use cooling devices such as ice vests.
Heat stress can also result from strenuous work at normal temperatures. If you
begin to feel overheated or dizzy, tell your co-workers, move to a cooler area,
and rest. Notify your supervisor and seek medical help.
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Compress
Gases
Compressed gas cylinders hold gases that might be flammable or poisonous.
Follow these precautions when working with them:

Store them outside when possible. Protect them from the weather and
direct sunlight.

Store them securely and upright.

Stay clear of cylinder relief or blow-off valves.

Make sure hoses are in good shape.

Do not direct compressed air at any part of the body.
Move the cylinder by using a cart designed for that purpose. Make sure the
cap is in place when moving or storing the cylinder.
Moving and
Rotating
Equipment
Motorized equipment (such as pumps, motor-operated valves, lathes, and
cranes) can create a variety of hazards when it moves or rotates. Some of this
equipment can start automatically.
When working near motorized equipment, do not wear loose clothing (such as
ties) or jewelry that could get caught.
Pay attention to postings and alarms. Do not tamper with safety covers around
moving equipment.
High Noise
Areas
Some areas of the plant have high noise levels that can damage your hearing
over time. These areas are posted with warning signs. Even if an area is not
posted, treat it as a high-noise area if you have trouble hearing or talking.
Hearing protection is required in all high-noise areas. The company provides
hearing protection and expects you to use it.
Falling objects
Plant equipment, scaffolding, tools, and other objects could fall and cause an
injury. Look for work in progress in overhead areas and stay clear. When you
are working at heights, remember there might be people below you.
Some equipment is designed to reduce the risk of injury from falling objects. .
Examples include PPE, scaffold toe boards, and tool lanyards. Good
housekeeping also helps.
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Eye Hazards
Some activities create serious eye hazards. Chipping, grinding, welding and
using hazardous chemicals are just a few examples. Special eye protection is
required for this kind of work.
Many places in the plant require you to wear safety glasses at all times. Also,
when you are doing anything that might create an eye hazard, you must wear
your safety glasses, goggles, and/or a face shield. If you need other eye
protection, discuss this with your supervisor.
Hazardous
Chemicals
A nuclear plant uses many kinds of hazardous chemicals such as cleaners,
corrosives, petroleum, paints and reactive substances. These materials may be
found in tanks, drums, totes, storage areas and piping.
There are several ways you can recognize a potential chemical hazard.

Signs posted on tanks, pipes and storage areas

labels on containers

Vapors or odors from tanks, drums, totes or other storage containers

posted chemical storage areas
Use these methods to reduce the risk when using or handling hazardous
chemicals:






Understand the hazards of the chemical before using it.
Know what protective equipment to wear and always use it when
handing the hazardous chemical.
Prepare for spills of hazardous chemical before you begin working
with it.
Know how and when to report spills or leaks of the chemical.
Do not deface or cover the label on a chemical container.
Never mix chemicals and never use unidentified chemicals.
Some plant areas store large quantities of hazardous chemicals. These areas
are posted and may have special entry requirements. Enter these areas with
caution. Contact your supervisor if you are unsure of those requirements.
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Objective 5.7
State where information may be obtained explaining the risk, hazards and
handling associated with a chemical or toxic substance.
Sources of
information
SDS/MSDS
Chemical companies are required to provide health and safety information for
the products that they sell or distribute. This information is provided in the
form of a document called a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) (formerly called a
Material Safety Data Sheet -MSDS).
The SDS provides basic information on the identity and dangers of the
product, including the following:

Names of the hazardous chemicals in the product

Physical and chemical characteristics of the product including
flammability, explosion hazards, corrosiveness, etc.)

Health hazards (poisonous, toxic, irritant, corrosive to tissue)

Recommended protective clothing and respiratory protection

Recommended storage requirements

Recommended spill and cleanup procedures
Always follow the manufacturer's instructions when using chemicals.
Contact Safety or Environmental for specific information on chemical
hazards.
Objective 5.8
State employees’ responsibility regarding fire barriers
Fire Barriers
Federal law requires fire barriers to limit the spread of fire, smoke, and
gases. They are specially constructed doors, walls, ceilings, dampers, and
floors.
Fire barrier penetrations are openings that allow things such as conduit,
cables, piping, and ducts to pass through the barrier. The penetrations are
sealed to maintain the barrier’s fire rating. Contact your supervisor or other
appropriate personnel before starting work that might affect a fire barrier.
Fire doors are specially marked, usually with signs and colors. Always selfcheck to make sure a fire door closes and latches behind you. Follow
procedures if you need to keep one open for a while.
Immediately report any fire barrier problems according to your plant’s
procedures.
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Objective 5.9
State actions an individual is required to take upon discovery of a fire.
Reporting Fires
If you discover a fire, notify appropriate personnel immediately by call 779
from any plant phone. Inform them of the fire’s location and what is burning.
Then stand in a safe location and warn others until the fire brigade arrives. Do
not attempt to fight the fire unless trained to do so.
Objective 5.10
State individual responsibilities regarding the control of fire loading and the
disposal of flammable materials
Fire Loading
Regulations limit the amount of flammable materials that may be stored
anywhere. When working with flammable materials, bring only the amount
you need for the job or the authorized amount, whichever is less. When you
finish, return the materials to their proper storage location in approved fire
cabinets.
Wood used in the plant must be fire retardant unless you get written
permission otherwise. Fire retardant wood is clearly marked. If you find wood
that is not fire retardant, notify your supervisor.
Always dispose of flammable materials properly by referring to DCPP
station procedures
Disposal of
flammable
materials
Properly disposing of flammable materials or waste flammable materials is
especially important to the safety of the plant. DO NOT mix flammable
materials or flammable waste materials such as solvents or fuels with waste
oil or other hazardous waste. Contact the hazardous waste group for
instructions for disposal.
Objective 5.11
State examples of types of hot work requiring a permit
Hot Work
Permits
Hot work is any activity that will create heat, sparks or flames. You must get
a hot work permit before starting this kind of work. If you are not sure
whether a job requires a hot work permit or how to get one, contact your
supervisor.
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Practice /
Feedback 1
If you must disable a fire door from closing, whom must you notify?
A. Safety
B. The control room
C. Fire protection and the Shift Foreman
D. Work Control Shift Foreman
ANS: C
Practice /
Feedback 2
Water on or near electrical equipment would be classified as a
A. Water hazard
B. Eye hazard
C. Electrical hazard
D. Fire hazard
ANS: C
Practice /
Feedback 3
Install ventilation, fans, or temporary air conditioning is one way of reducing
A. Heat Stress
B. Anxiety
C. Noise
D. Confrontation
ANS: A
Practice /
Feedback 4
An SDS or MSDS contains information on how to safely use which of the
following?
A. Hazardous chemicals
B. Rigging and rope
C. Electrical and mechanical tools
D. Electrical cords and ground fault protection devices
ANS: A
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