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GUIDE TO GOOD PRACTICES FOR

SHIFT ROUTINES AND OPERATING PRACTICES

1. INTRODUCTION

This Guide to Good Practices is written to enhance understanding of, and provide direction for, "Shift

Routines and Operating Practices," Chapter II of Department of Energy (DOE) Order 5480.19,

Conduct of Operations Requirements for DOE Facilities. The practices in this guide should be

considered when planning or reviewing shift routines and operating practices. Contractors are

advised to adopt procedures that meet the intent of DOE Order 5480.19.

"Shift Routines and Operating Practices" is an element of an effective Conduct of Operations

program. The complexity and array of activities performed in DOE facilities dictate the necessity for

a high standard of professional conduct and sound operating practices to promote safe and efficient

operations.

Recently, guidance pertaining to this element has been strengthened for nuclear power reactors. This

additional guidance is given in Appendix "C" for information purposes. Though this guidance and

good practices pertain to nuclear power reactors, DOE sites may choose to use a graded approach

for implementing these in nuclear facilities.