On-The-Job Training (OJT)

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7. ON-THE-JOB TRAINING (OJT)

OJT is designed to prepare employees for job performance through one-on-one training and

performance testing that is conducted by qualified OJT instructors in the actual work

environment. It provides hands-on experience and has the advantage of providing training for

tasks that are of immediate need to the employee. OJT is limited to those situations where it

is administratively and physically possible to conduct the training (i.e., where facilities are

adequate, where OJT can be conducted without significant interference with facility operations,

and where qualified personnel are available to conduct and manage the OJT program).

All on-the-job training programs at DOE facilities should be based on a systematic approach

to training. For further guidance on developing, implementing, and evaluating an OJT

program, refer to DOE-STD-1012-92 Guide to Good Practices for On-the-Job Training.