Date Issued
Report Number
2006-502I
Report Type
Audit
Description
As a result of our review of the procedures and key control activities used to track and account for tools at Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant (Inspection No. 2005-526I), we performed an inspection to assess the processes and key control activities used to track and account for tools at SQN. TVA Nuclear (TVAN) Business Practice 226 (BP-226), Tool and Equipment Accountability, dated August 27, 2000:Established and implemented a plant accountability system for tools and equipment.Strengthened and standardized existing tool and equipment accountability practices. Provided for periodic reporting to control and minimize equipment losses. Our inspection identified a significant lack of tool accountability/tracking resulting from (1) noncompliance with processes and key control activities prescribed by TVAN BP-226 and (2) other process/control weaknesses. However, two control mechanisms were implemented to enhance tool room security -- access to the tool room was restricted using hand geometry and closed circuit cameras were installed in the tool room. Management agreed with our findings and has initiated corrective actions.
Joint Report
Yes
Participating OIG
Tennessee Valley Authority OIG
Agency Wide
Yes (agency-wide)
Questioned Costs
$0
Funds for Better Use
$0