Self-Study Documents

DOE-STD-1063-2000

Representatives have adequate security clearances to fulfill their

duties.

5.9

Training. Field Element Managers shall train and qualify Facility

Representatives in accordance with DOE O 360.1A, Federal Employee

Training, with additional requirements defined in this standard.

5.9.1 Needs Analysis. The first step in the design of a formal training

program for a Facility Representative candidate is to identify and

document the requirements of the specific position to be filled. Many

of these requirements are generic in nature, since they are common to

most Facility Representative positions. In addition, Field Element

Managers should identify and list facility-specific requirements. An

analysis of the candidate's training needs is then conducted. This is

the process by which the tasks, duties, and responsibilities of the

position are analyzed to identify formal or informal training, self-study,

seminars, on-the-job-training, briefings, rotational assignments, or

other types of training necessary for effective job performance.

5.9.2 Self-Study Documents. Field Element Managers should develop an

extensive list of self-study documents for each Facility Representative.

The list of self-study documents should include:

a) Relevant DOE Rules, Orders, Manuals, Notices, etc., and the

Federal and state regulations under which the assigned facility

operates;

b) Pertinent national and consensus standards, facility operating

procedures, and the facility safety documentation; and

c) Standards of achievement that defines the level of knowledge

necessary.

5.9.3 Formal Training. Field Element Managers should ensure that the

Facility Representatives receive the training necessary for the position.

Frequently, appropriate courses and training can be found within the

DOE complex, other Federal agencies, or from non-government

sources within the scientific community to satisfy some of the training

needs. Headquarters offices, in coordination with the field elements,

can develop additional training courses and material to help meet the

non-facility-specific Facility Representative training needs. Close

collaboration among field elements and Headquarters line

management is encouraged to minimize development costs for

courses. In cases where formal course work is not practical, Field