Concluding On-Shift Training

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In addition, operators should consider the maximum number of trainees (i.e.,

trainees not performing OJT) that they can adequately supervise at their

work station. Even if the trainees are only observing a task or studying

components and systems at the work station, they should be supervised or

at least instructed of their responsibilities while at the work station. Although

there might not be prescribed limits for this situation, operators should limit

the number of trainees so that they can continue to operate safely and

efficiently.

4.3.3

Concluding On-Shift Training

The instructor should formally conclude the on-shift training session by informing

the trainee that the training session is concluded. To enhance training

effectiveness, the instructor should receive a turnover from the trainee. For

information on turnovers, refer to DOE Order 5480.19, Chapter XII, "Operations

Turnover." The instructor should then evaluate the training session in a manner so

as to not interfere with his/her ability to continue operating. For information on

performing evaluations, refer to the OJT Guide to Good Practices.

4.4

Training Documentation

On-shift training documentation should be consistent with Training Department

requirements and should be formally documented. The use of qualification cards

has proven effective for documenting training. The documentation requirements,

including who, how, and when to document training, should be clearly defined and

understood by the instructors and the trainees. For additional information on

training documentation refer to the OJT Guide to Good Practices.

In addition to documenting training in the qualification card, training events should

be annotated in the work station narrative log, if applicable. Since narrative logs

contain a chronological list of all operational activities that occurred during a specific

shift and since most training events are operational activities, the majority of events

should already be recorded. Using the narrative log to record events performed

during a training session will make it easier to document all training that occurred

during a session.

4.5

Using Trainees to Support Operations

Facility policies should address how trainees may be used to support operations.

Trainee time should be effectively and appropriately used to ensure a timely

completion of training activities. They may be used to support operations but

should not be used to perform tasks that they are not qualified to perform. An