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C applying the safety limits, limiting safety system settings, and limiting conditions for

operation as required by technical safety requirements

C making cautious decisions when dealing with system integrity

C recognizing when the facility is potentially outside the design bases and implementing

appropriate procedures and regulatory requirements

C authorizing deviation from technical safety requirements as allowed by facility policy and

procedures

C ensuring appropriate mitigation strategies are applied when abnormal or emergency

operating procedures are implemented by providing oversight and maintaining an overall

awareness of facility status

C acting as the emergency director when the emergency plan is implemented, until relieved

C directly supervising the placing and maintaining of the facility in a safe configuration

Training for the shift supervisor goes beyond the training for the nuclear facility operator or

senior reactor operator because of the broad scope of responsibility the shift supervisor has as

the on-shift management representative. This additional training addresses management skills

and behaviors.

The initial training in Appendix A, Shift Supervisor Initial Training Lesson Specifications, was

designed for nuclear facility operators or senior reactor operators with on-shift experience who

have been selected as candidates for assuming the duties of shift supervisor. If candidates do

not have the prerequisite training and experience gained as onshift, experienced nuclear

facility operators or senior reactor operators, the qualification and training program must be

supplemented to provide the equivalent. This training should be completed prior to candidates

independently assuming the functions of shift supervisor. These guidelines apply to incumbent

shift supervisors in the areas of continuing training, professional development, and any desired

portions of initial training.

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Background

DOE identified the need for shift supervisor training, qualification, and professional

development guidance. The need was based on the increasing emphasis on properly

conducting operations and maintenance activities in the nuclear industry. The shift supervisor

has become the focal point of the facility because of the impact the shift supervisor has on

facility operation and safety.