Log Reviews

DOE-STD-1035-93

The correction should be initialed and dated. An example of this method of correction is

shown in Appendix A (Note 7).

When an error is discovered by someone other than the person who made the entry, the

person making the discovery should not change the original entry. A new entry should be

made in the log at the time of discovery to indicate that an error has been identified. The

new entry should include the date and time of the incorrect entry and the incorrect

information, and should clearly state the correct information. A note in the margin at the

location of the incorrect entry, giving the date and time of the new entry, can be used to

inform personnel that an error has been identified. Appendix A (Notes 10 and 13) contains

an example of an entry to correct a previous error.

4.6 Log Reviews

At the beginning of each shift, the oncoming personnel should review the log entries since

their last shift (or for a time period specified in facility guidelines). This review will

familiarize personnel with recent changes in the status of equipment and bring them up to

date on current processes or activities.

Supervisors should review the logs of subordinates during each shift. This review enables

the supervisor to ensure that the entries are accurate and adequate. It also provides the

supervisor with an additional perspective on the operation, since detailed equipment

observations are more likely to be included in individual logs. The supervisor should

document each log review. One method is to make an entry directly in the log at the time

of review. Appendix A (Note 9) illustrates this.

Logs should also be made available for review by persons outside the operating

organization. For example, system engineers and maintenance engineers can use operating

logs to help detect potential problems in the equipment or procedures. Training personnel

can use logs to develop instructive examples that accurately reflect facility operations or

problems.

4.7 Storage of Completed Logs

Completed logs should be retained in or near the operating area for a sufficient time to

permit review by operators returning to work after extended absences.

Each facility should establish written guidance for storing completed logs after they have

been reviewed. Logs should be stored in a manner that will preserve them throughout the