Operating Philosophy - std10610059

DOE-STD-1061-93

Operating Philosophy

Module: Leadership and Management

Outline Number: LM--4

Terminal Learning Objective:

Apply the operating philosophy of the company to managing the shift.

Enabling Learning Objectives:

9.1

Describe the responsibility and authority of the shift supervisor.

9.2

In a variety of circumstances, advocate the operating philosophy of the facility in

accordance with facility policies and procedures and the operator's code of

professionalism. This may include the following:

Applying assertiveness skills

Exhibiting composure during abnormal or emergency events

Intervening to restore an operator's composure

Enforcing standards of operating performance

Promoting and applying teamwork skills

Using coaching techniques with operators

Advocating an overriding attitude of conservatism for facility safety

Exhibiting a positive, optimistic attitude

Demonstrating initiative and perseverance

Applying prudent judgment based on training, experience, and management

expectations

Exhibiting a helpful attitude

Demonstrating courtesy and respect for individuals

Requesting needed assistance and guidance without hesitation

Promoting technical curiosity and inquisitiveness.

9.3

When presented with a scenario or facility situation that requires corrective actions by

operators, explain how the operating philosophy of the facility governs your actions in

responses to the scenario or situation.

9.4

Given an operating condition that is not addressed in procedures, direct conservative

actions designed to protect the facility and public health and safety.

9.5

Given an action or condition that reduces the reliability of safety-related equipment,

develop a plan to mitigate the situation and restore the equipment to full reliability in a

timely manner.

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