Appendix D Minimum Elements for a Systemtic Approach to Training

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APPENDIX D

MINIMUM ELEMENTS FOR A SYSTEMATIC APPROACH TO TRAINING

A systematic approach to training requires certain minimum activities, products, and

elements. In order to substantiate a systematic approach and to provide an

adequate level of assurance the training is consistent and job related, specific

products, documentation, and processes must exist.

This appendix identifies minimum products and documentation for formal systematic

training and discusses the content of these minimum needs. The minimums

identified in this appendix apply only to development and implementation of a

systematic approach to training. DOE orders and regulations generally contain

minimum prescriptive requirements that may exceed the requirements that result

from systematically established training programs. The following information does

not reflect all DOE training requirements. Users of this appendix must ensure that

other applicable requirements are identified and implemented.

PROCEDURES AND ADMINISTRATIVE GUIDANCE

A level of consistency and guidance is necessary for the development and conduct

of any formal training program. Even the facilities with minimum risk and hazard

potential should have guidance that provides management with assurance of

formality, quality, and consistency. Procedural or administrative guidance should

be available in the following areas. A separate procedure is not required for each of

these areas.

Roles and Responsibilities

It is essential that persons involved in the development, presentation, and

approval of training and training materials be clearly identified and

understand the responsibilities, authority, and expected interface activities

associated with their position. This may be accomplished with a simple

designation of responsibility and authority by line management. The use of

position descriptions is acceptable, provided these documents are current

and adequately reflect the information necessary, commensurate with the

organizational structure and need for formal definition.

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