Continuing Training - hdbk12030037

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6. CONTINUING TRAINING

The frequency of continuing training should be on a biennial cycle and should be based on

job performance. Continuing training in technical and administrative subjects should be

provided to help ensure that technical staff personnel and managers maintain and improve

their job proficiency. Specific areas that should be part of a continuing training program

include, but are not limited to, the following:

Changes to applicable facility procedures, codes, and standards

Significant facility systems, components, and equipment changes

Facility and industry operating experience

Changes to Technical Safety Requirements

Abnormal and emergency procedures

Selected topics from the initial training program to correct identified

weaknesses and performance problems

Selected fundamentals with emphasis on seldom-used knowledge and skills

necessary to assure safety

Lessons learned and near miss events

Topics requested by technical staff or management.

During evaluations of training program effectiveness, areas for training opportunities may be

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

training program can serve to upgrade the skills and knowledge level of the position

incumbent. For further guidance in developing, implementing, and evaluating a continuing

training program, refer to the DOE Guide to Good Practices for Continuing Training.

Documentation indicating the participation and performance of technical staff and managers

in the continuing training program should be maintained in a form that can readily be audited

by internal and external review committees and teams.