Introduction - std301520010033

DOE-STD-3015-2001

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INTRODUCTION

This document specifies the core set of competencies and supporting knowledge and/or

skill elements that must be met to successfully complete qualification as NESSG member and

chair. Each organization should have additional requirements necessary to satisfy prior to

qualifying NESSG member/chair that is specific for their site. This document also contains the

requirements for certifying NESSG senior technical advisors.

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Purpose

This document establishes the DOE/NNSA requirements for qualifying NESSG members,

chair, and senior technical advisors. Satisfactory and documented completion of the competency

requirements and the knowledge and skill evaluation elements contained in this document ensures

that the NESSG members/chair possess the minimum requisite competence (as augmented by site

specific requirements) to fulfill their related duties and responsibilities.

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Evaluation Requirements

The competency statements and supporting knowledge and/or skill evaluation elements

included in this document define the required knowledge and/or skill that an individual must

possess.

The competency statements may be completed through performance demonstrations,

formal training, exams, self-study, and/or previous experience, training, education, or

qualification.

Each organization must establish an evaluation process to determine when the candidate

has acquired the competencies outlined in this document. This evaluation process shall include

specific methods to document successful completion of competency statement requirements. This

may include a process for documenting equivalencies (satisfy requirements through prior

education, training, qualification, or experience). The following are examples of documents that

may be used for this evaluation:

Previously completed qualification

Documented evaluation of equivalencies

Written examination results

Documented oral evaluation

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