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4. CONTINUING TRAINING

Continuing training should be conducted on a biennial cycle and based on job performance.

Continuing training in technical and administrative subjects should be provided to help ensure

that shift supervisors maintain and improve their job proficiency. Continuing training should not

be a repeat of the initial-training program, rather it should build on the knowledge and skills that

the individual gained during initial-training program. Specific areas that should be part of a

continuing-training program include, but are not limited to, the following:

Facility and industry operating experience

Conduct of operations

Facility self-assessment

Abnormal and emergency procedures

Changes to applicable facility procedures, codes, and standards

Significant facility systems, components, and equipment changes

Changes to Technical Safety Requirements

Selected topics from the initial-training program to correct identified weaknesses and

performance problems

C Selected fundamentals with emphasis on seldom-used knowledge and skills necessary to

assure safety

C Lessons learned and near-miss events

C Topics requested by shift supervisors or management.

When performance deficiencies or training weaknesses are noted, the continuing training

program can serve to upgrade the skills and knowledge level of the incumbent. For further

guidance in developing, implementing, and evaluating a continuing training program, refer to

the DOE Guide to Good Practices for Continuing Training.

The participation and performance of shift supervisors in the continuing training program should

be documented. Documentation should be in a form that is easily auditable.

4.1

Management Training

In addition to the supervisory skills training discussed in the initial training program section, the

topics that follow should be considered for inclusion in the continuing training program. This

guide divides the shift supervisor training into the following modules:

Quality assurance and quality control

Facility security and emergency plans

Purchasing

Material storage

Facility modifications

Nuclear, industrial, and radiation safety