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DOE-HDBK-1117-99

supervisors so that they can instill professional performance in their personnel, effectively

supervise the work of others, and effectively implement management policies and standards.

Supervisor candidates who have qualified under training programs are knowledgeable of the

technical aspects of their discipline; however, where needed, specific technical training can be

provided using existing training curricula to enhance their abilities for future promotions.

Material covered by this document is also applicable to incumbent maintenance supervisors.

Facilities should provide training on specific subjects that will improve the performance of

incumbent maintenance supervisors on the basis of identified needs. It is recognized that

incumbent supervisors and candidates may have received training in some subjects described

in these guidelines.

Facilities should review the technical competence of supervisor candidates and incumbent

supervisors to verify that their competence matches their job responsibilities. In addition,

increased systems and process training may be necessary to provide the candidate or

supervisor with the knowledge needed for increased job responsibilities.

DOE Order 5480.20A, Personnel Selection, Qualification, and Training Requirements for DOE

Nuclear Facilities, stresses the need for systematically developed and implemented training

programs for various facility job descriptions. Supervisor is one of the job descriptions

delineated. Minimum education, experience, and other special requirements are listed. Topics

for management and supervisory skills training are also listed. This guide further explains topics

to cover during the maintenance supervisor's initial and continuing training programs.