Testing - hdbk1118990023

DOE-HDBK-1118-99

4. TESTING

An essential element for an effective continuing training program is the evaluation of each

employee's proficiency in operating or maintaining the facility in a manner consistent with the

philosophy and standards established by line management. It is vital that those managers

responsible for setting standards are involved in evaluations.

Performance of personnel should be evaluated frequently. Repeat errors or other indications

of degraded proficiency should be reviewed by the training manager and brought to the

attention of the line manager so additional training, if appropriate, is initiated. Individuals

should be evaluated in areas such as the following:

Teamwork

Diagnostic skills

Lessons learned from facility and industry operating experiences

Appropriate response to changing facility conditions

Procedure use

Technical Safety Requirement compliance

Decision making

Technical and fundamental knowledge and skills

Ability to apply theoretical knowledge to practical situations

Use of facility-reference material.

Test results should be used to relate job performance to initial and continuing training. Written

and performance tests can be used to assess knowledge associated with task performance.

The line manager should solicit input from personnel and provide the training manager with

specific training needs that should be considered for incorporation into the continuing and/or

initial training program. Emphasis should be placed on identifying and correcting weaknesses.

Test developers and reviewers should consult references such as the DOE Guide to Good

Practices for the Development of Test Items and the DOE Guide to Good Practices for the

Design, Development, and Implementation of Examinations for further information on this

subject.