Evaluation Requirements - std117220030011

DOE-STD-1172-2003

training used to provide individuals with the requisite knowledge and/or skill required to meet the

technical Functional Area Qualification Standard competency statements.

EVALUATION REQUIREMENTS

Attainment of the competencies listed in this technical Functional Area Qualification Standard

should be documented by a qualifying official, immediate supervisor, or the team leader of

personnel in accordance with the Technical Qualification Program Plan of the office qualifying

the individual.

CONTINUING EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND PROFICIENCY

DOE personnel shall participate in continuing education and training as necessary to improve

their performance and proficiency and ensure that they stay up-to-date on changing technology

and new requirements. This may include courses and/or training provided by:

Department of Energy

Other government agencies

Outside vendors

Educational institutions

Beyond formal classroom or computer-based courses, continuing training may include

Self Study

Attendance at symposia, seminars, exhibitions

Special assignments

On-the-job experience

A description of suggested learning proficiency activities and the requirements for the continuing

education and training program for Safety Software Quality Assurance personnel are included in

Appendix A of this document.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Safety Software Quality Assurance personnel implement the appropriate level of management

effort and assume responsibility, accountability, and oversight for continued management

process compliance within their respective program areas. Specifically they are to:

Review and evaluate safety software plans and related processes to verify compliance

with applicable regulations, standards, and DOE Orders.

Verify that safety software plans and processes are developed based on hazard and risk

assessments.

Verify that safety software is developed, procured, verified, validated, used, and

maintained consistent with nuclear safety and safeguards and security requirements.