DRC-2021-017922 - 0901a06880f94000

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INSPECTION REPORT
Inspection Module: RADMOD-SSS: Surveys, Sources and Security
Inspection Location: Energy Fuels - White Mesa Uranium Mill, Blanding Utah.
Inspection Items: Radiological Release Surveys, Check Sources and Facility Security
Inspection Dates: October 25 & 26, 2021
Inspectors: Ryan Johnson, Utah Division Waste Management and Radiation Control
(DWMRC)
Personnel Contacted: Ten-y Slade, Radiation Safety Technician (RST)
Governing Documents:
• UAC R313-15
• Radioactive Materials License (RML) UT1900479
• Applicable Mill procedures and manuals
Opening Meeting
Energy Fuels Resources:
Terry Slade, RST
Utah DWMRC:
Ryan Johnson (Health Physics Inspector)
During the opening meeting, the inspectors discussed the inspection items and documentation to be
reviewed during the inspection. The Mill staff reminded the inspectors of the safety requirements for the
Mill. The Mill is currently processing uranium from tailing solution.
DRC Meters Used Model Serial Number Calibration Due Date
Dose Rate Ludlum 19 101673 5/11/2022
Inspection Summary
The inspection consisted of reviewing documentation, interviewing the RSO and RSTs and a mill tour. The
following discussion provides more detail of the specific items reviewed.
Item 1. Radiological Surveys
Observations:
The inspector reviewed completed release survey forms and observed:
• The Intermodal Container Unrestricted surveys documented:
o The Mill uses the release criterial for NRC Regulatory Guide 8.30 Table 2;
o Used the Mill's release limits 0.2 mR/hr @t1 cm 1.0 mR/hr max for 13/y readings;
o The survey forms were complete and legible;
o Appropriate units were used;
o Meter information such as efficiency, calibration, background was recorded on each form;
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and
o The survey included 30 locations inside and outside the container.
• The Daily Vehicle Scan for Vehicles Leaving the Restricted Area surveys documented;
o The Mill uses the release criterial for 49 CFR 173.443 for exterior of truck;
o Used the Mill's release limits 0.2 mR/hr gl cm and 1.0 mR/hr max for [3/y readings;
o The survey forms were complete and legible;
o Appropriate units were used; and
o Meter information such as efficiency, calibration, background was recorded on each form;
• The Equipment Unrestricted surveys documented:
o The Mill uses the release criterial for NRC Regulatory Guide 8.30 Table 2;
o Used the Mill's release limits 0.2 mR/hr g1 cm and 1.0 mR/hr max for (3/y readings;
o The survey forms were complete and legible;
o Appropriate units were used; and
o Meter information such as efficiency, calibration, background was recorded on each form;
• The Ore truck restricted surveys documented:
o The Mill uses the release criterial for 49 CFR 173.443 for exterior of truck;
o Used the Mill's release limits 0.2 mR/hr gl cm and 1.0 mR/hr max for 13/y readings;
o The survey forms were complete and legible;
o Appropriate units were used; and
o Meter information such as efficiency, calibration, background was recorded on each form;
• Restricted Release Surveys documented:
o The survey forms were complete and legible;
o Appropriate units were used;
o Meter information such as efficiency, calibration, background was recorded on each form;
The Inspector also followed-up on last years NOV of the "Daily Vehicle Scan for Vehicles Leaving the
Restricted Area" not being completely filled out. The Inspector was able to verify that the corrective
actions were working and the "Daily Vehicle Scan for Vehicles Leaving the Restricted Area" were filled
out completely
Meter Location Model Meter Serial # Probe Type Cal. Due
East Admin Door Ludlum 3 215369 GM 7/27/2022
East Admin Door Ludlum 3 25731 Alpha Scint. 11/12/2021
East Gate Ludlum 3 2266292 GM 11/12/2021
East Gate Ludlum 3 337521 Alpha Scint. 6/10/2022
Deficiencies: None
Item 2. Calibration Sources
Observations: The DWMRC inspector observed:
• The check sources are exempt sources;
• The check sources are kept in a locked safe in the rad tech office;
• Checked sources are checked out and checked in using a checkout form; and
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• The inventory list of the check sources is kept up-to-date as an attachment to the Mill's Radiation
Safety plan.
Deficiencies: None
Item 3. Site Security (10CFR37.11(c))
Observations: The DWMRC inspector observed:
• A short-circuit camera system that record activities at each of the gates, the product yard and other
locations scattered throughout the Mill;
• Gates were closed and locked except when being used; and
• Exterior doors are lock and require a badge to open them.
Deficiencies: None
Item 4. Mill Tour: The inspectors walked through the restricted area on a general site tour. The tour
included the ore pad, the mill, and solvent the extraction building.
Observations: The DWMRC inspector also observed:
• Ore (natural ore and alternate feed) being stockpiled on the ore pad;
• OSL badges were appropriately being used by all observed employees at the Mill; and
• OSL badges are properly being stored;
Radiolo ical readin s observed during Mill tour
Location Dose Rate (pR/hr)
Mill 50-60
Alternate Feed Circiut 45
Solvent Extraction Building 50-80
Product Yard 300
Ore Pad 150-300
Deficiencies: None
Closeout Meeting
Energy Fuels:
Logan Shumway, Mill Manager
Terry Slade, RST
Utah DWMRC:
Ryan Johnson, Health Physics Inspector
Findings:
None
Recommendations
None
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