Risk Informed Completion Time Program Guidelines
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What must be established to use nominal CC factor probability in the RICT calculation?

  • Assurance of a complete system shutdown
  • Low confidence in the presence of redundant components
  • High confidence in the absence of CC failure mechanisms (correct)
  • Verification of all Technical Specifications
  • What is a consequence of failing to account for the increased possibility of CC failure?

  • Successful completion of a Risk Informed Completion Time
  • Exceeding the Technical Specifications Front Stop (correct)
  • Improvement in redundant system reliability
  • Reduction in initiating event frequencies
  • Which method is NOT mentioned for addressing increased CC failure possibility in RICT calculations?

  • Modifying conditioning probabilities for components
  • Adjusting the RICT calculation numerically
  • Implementing additional individualized redundancy (correct)
  • Using RMAs targeting functional success
  • What is required when a component fails in relation to CC failure probability?

    <p>Increased CC failure probability for remaining components</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of condition prompts an exit from a RICT entry?

    <p>A TS loss of function requirement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of the RICT calculation, what does RMA stand for?

    <p>Risk Mitigation Actions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the content, the RICT calculation requires documentation of RMAs for what purpose?

    <p>Review by the Regulatory Commission</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is implied if a PRA functionality determination shows that LCO cannot be restored?

    <p>Failure or misalignment of operable trains exists</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum duration allowed for a Risk Informed Completion Time (RICT)?

    <p>30 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which operational modes can a RICT be utilized?

    <p>MODE 1 and 2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When a RICT is being used, what must be considered for any plant configuration change?

    <p>The effect on the RICT must be assessed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must happen for a planned change in configuration while a RICT is in use?

    <p>The revised RICT must be determined prior to the change</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under which condition is the use of a RICT not permitted?

    <p>For voluntary entry into a configuration that results in a loss of a safety function</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When can a RICT be utilized for emergent conditions regarding specified safety function loss?

    <p>If one or more trains are considered ‘PRA Functional’</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be true about structures, systems, and components (SSC) for them to be involved in the PRA Functionality determination?

    <p>They must be the same SSCs relied upon for Technical Specifications safety functions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum allowed duration for a RICT under emergent conditions representing a loss of a specified safety function?

    <p>24 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Risk Informed Completion Time Program

    • The Risk Informed Completion Time (RICT) Program establishes controls for calculating RICT in accordance with NEI-06-09 guidelines.
    • The maximum duration for a RICT is set at 30 days.
    • RICT can only be utilized when the plant is in MODE 1 and 2.
    • Any configuration changes impacting RICT must be assessed under the Configuration Risk Management Program.
      • Revised RICT must be established for planned changes prior to implementation.
      • For emergent conditions, revised RICT must be determined within:
        • Required Action Completion Time, or
        • 12 hours after the configuration change, whichever is shorter.
      • Changes reducing plant risk do not necessitate a revised RICT.
    • RICT is not allowed for voluntary configuration changes that inhibit specified safety functions or render all required system trains inoperable.
    • RICT is permissible for emergent situations causing loss of safety function if trains are deemed “PRA Functional” as defined in NEI 06-09, with a maximum duration of 24 hours.
    • Additional constraints for “PRA Functional” criteria:
      • Structures, systems, and components (SSC) considered PRA Functional must match those relied upon in Technical Specifications.
      • Design basis success criteria must be satisfied for accidents when applying RICT during loss of function.
    • Assessment of common cause (CC) failure potential is mandatory upon entering a RICT due to emergent conditions.
      • If high confidence exists that CC mechanisms do not affect redundant components, nominal CC factor probability can be used for RICT calculation.
      • If confidence is low, RICT must adjust for the increased likelihood of CC failure.
    • Two methods for addressing increased CC failure probability:
      • Adjust RICT calculation to account for CC failure probability as per RG 1.177 guidance.
      • Implement Risk Mitigation Actions (RMA) not credited in the current RICT calculation, targeting the success of redundant SSCs.
    • Documentation of all RMAs must be available for review by the NRC.
    • A RICT entry must be rejected or exited if a PRA Functionality determination indicates that restoring LCO cannot be achieved without compromising functional success criteria.

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    This quiz covers the essential aspects of the Risk Informed Completion Time Program, focusing on the controls and guidelines as per NEI-06-09. It includes critical rules about the application of RICT, specifically its duration and conditions for use in different operational modes. Test your understanding of these risk management strategies.

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