Segregating Operator Orders

DOE-STD-1034-93

4.2.2

The orders should be placed in an operator orders book. This book should be

maintained in a designated location for easy access. The operator orders book

should be divided into two sections: daily orders and long-term orders. Daily

orders include those that should be completed within one or two days. Long-

term orders include orders that may take several days or longer to complete.

As a general rule, orders in effect for an extensive period of time should be

incorporated into a procedure or company policy.

4.2.3

Reviewing Operator Orders

Daily orders should be reviewed by the appropriate individuals early in the

work period prior to starting or resuming any affected activity (e.g., at shift

change). This review should be documented by signature or initials. Long-

term orders should be reviewed periodically or when changes occur. It is a

good practice to have supervisors review daily and long-term orders during

daily briefings to ensure that the information in the order is disseminated to all

personnel. For guidance on shift briefings, refer to DOE Order 5480.19,

Chapter XII, "Operations Turnover."

The cognizant manager should be notified when action items are complete.

When operator orders are postponed or delayed, the cognizant manager should

be notified.

4.3

Removal of Operator Orders

The cognizant manager should review the operator orders book periodically to

ensure that it only contains current orders. A good management practice is to

review the book monthly. Operator orders that are no longer applicable should be