Supervisory Qualification Criteria

DOE-STD-1107-97

Appendix A

B. Supervisory Qualification Criteria

Individuals in management and supervisory key radiation protection positions have responsibility for providing

the decisions to assess and control radiological activities to ensure worker health and safety is effectively

protected. Managers provide coordination and direction for their functional area and provide coordination

among other groups within the contractor, DOE Headquarters, or field office organization. Managers and

supervisors typically develop and administer the radiological control program and policies. They also support

implementation of these programs and policies. Supervisory duties include ensuring work is performed in

compliance with procedures, policies, and industrial safety practices.

1.1 Management and Supervisory Abilities

The following list describes acceptable abilities for management and supervisory key radiation protection

positions:

1.1.1 Ability to develop and implement strategic and tactical plans for the administration of a complex

radiological protection program; and

1.1.2 Ability to identify areas where policy direction is needed, and then promulgate policy in all areas of

radiological protection.

1.1.3 Ability to communicate with and motivate personnel.

1.2 Management or Supervisory Skills

Managers and supervisors should have prior training or experience in supervision or management. Training

for supervisors should develop their skills in the following areas:

1.2.1 Management responsibilities;

1.2.2 Problem analysis and decision making;

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