Schedule Methods

DOE-STD-1050-93

3.5.2 Schedule Methods

To be responsive to the needs of management, a computerized scheduling sy stem should

be used.

Computerized scheduling offers the following advantages:

rapid update capability

ease in exploring alternatives

resource determination and leveling

identification of work-site congestion

reports tailored to user

The success of a computerized planning and scheduling program is very dependent on

the knowledge and experience of planning personnel and on the management support,

training, and emphasis placed on its use. All supervisory personnel should have a basic

understanding of the schedule program appropriate to their needs and uses of the

schedule. Training sessions may be used to enhance this understanding and explain the

reporting, updating, and adherence policies.

3.5.3 Schedule Detail

The detail included in the overall schedule should be that required to ensure

coordination of work and permit assessment of progress. It is particularly important to

include details of tasks that have interfaces among the various crafts and support

personnel. The following are some examples of the coordination required:

Operations Manager should be able to anticipate tagout needs.

Radiological protection personnel should be able to determine in advance the

needs for radiation work permits and technician support.

Quality Control personnel and other inspection groups should be able to anticipate

the need for their presence at the job site.

Critical resource needs, such as overhead cranes, should be provided in sufficient

detail to avoid interference, conflicts, and work delays.