While an effort was made to discuss all fire events since the last Region II meeting, only the learnings for the Region are recorded below.
Summer - for IRIS 525603, learning was that there was recall on this switch for CAT diesels that should have been addressed
Sequoyah - for IRIS 520726, learning was that a dirty heating element shorted and caught fire. Sites should test heaters regularly (to burn dirt off) or replace older heaters. For IRIS 508878, moving the trash compactor to a less risky area than next to building was an effective corrective action to prevent reoccurance
Oconee - for IRIS 521487, good to report electrical issues that did not result in a fire, it helps FPRA with risk numbers
North Anna - for IRIS 519955, EDG candle flame fire was accepted condition for previous years but now a intolerance for risk is driving a modification to deal with this issue once and for all.
Brunswick - for IRIS 527129, Hot work - Arch gouging caught fire cloth on fire, put out with smothering - Better work control practices are needed in future arch gouging to prevent arch gouging slag build up