Purpose - hdbk11190008

DOE-HDBK-1119-99

C providing effective oversight of activities supporting complex and infrequently performed

evolutions such as startup and shutdown and providing oversight during the conduct of all

facility operations

C directing facility operations in a manner that protects the environment (for example, during

liquid and gaseous radiation releases, chemical usage and control)

C ensuring appropriate diagnosis of facility problems by monitoring of appropriate parameters

and interpretation of data by personnel, and then concurring in appropriate corrective

actions

C recognizing the need for, and obtaining, advice and help when appropriate; keeping

appropriate managers informed of facility performance and problems

C being cognizant of removal of equipment or systems from service for maintenance or

modification, taking into account the effect on facility safety and reliability, always

maintaining operation within the design bases

C being cognizant of the performance of surveillance testing in conjunction with other facility

activities to minimize transients and system/equipment outages

C being cognizant of chemistry, and coordinating with chemistry personnel to resolve

chemistry-related problems; understanding the long-term impact of chemistry

deviations/excursions on facility component life

C performing facility inspections and observing personnel during the conduct of their work to

identify and correct problems involving personnel performance, policies and procedures,

housekeeping, materiel condition, and personnel hazards; and reinforcing management

expectations

C verifying that shift personnel are fit for duty

C making cautious decisions when administering activities dealing with conditions hazardous

to personnel (such as work in high radiation areas and confined spaces, working on high-

voltage electrical equipment, and movement of heavy loads)

C taking conservative actions during unusual conditions that could hazard the operation

C recognizing trends that may result in equipment damage or a reduction in facility safety,

and taking prompt remedial action