Full Qualification - s1063-970028

DOE-STD-1063-97

repeatedly fail examinations, should be reassigned by the field

element to a non-Facility Representative position. The final

reassignment decision should be made by the Field Element

Manager, who may wish to take any extenuating circumstances

into consideration before rendering a decision.

5.10.5 Full Qualification. Upon completion of all elements of qualification, line

management within the field element should review and confirm satisfactory

completion of the training requirements and eligibility of the candidate to

become a Facility Representative. Qualification is granted by the Field

Element Manager or designee. Upon assignment to a different or additional

facility or site, it is necessary for a Facility Representative to complete the

appropriate additional qualification requirements for that facility or site.

5.10.6 Requalification. Facility Representatives shall be required to requalify every

three years. DOE field elements will establish the specific requalification

training designed to update and maintain the qualifications of Facility

Representatives. The requalification process shall be documented and as a

minimum consist of the following:

Items added to the Facility Representative Qualification Card since the

individual's last qualification or requalification.

A comprehensive examination covering new material and selected

material from the initial qualification process.

5.10.7 Proficiency. Field elements shall formally define proficiency requirements.

These requirements shall include actions required to regain proficiency

following periods of inactivity as a Facility Representative, and the length of

time which triggers a need for proficiency training.

5.10.8 Continuing Training. Field elements should establish continuing training to

enhance and strengthen the knowledge, skills and abilities of facility

representatives. The continuing training program serves to improve the

overall technical capabilities and credibility of the Facility Representative and

the organization. Field elements should also ensure that opportunities to

develop management skills are made available.