Continuing Training and Proficiency Requirements

DOE-STD-3015-2001

Demonstrated active participation and value-added participation in expert

panels, peer reviews, etc.

Technical investigative skills to support safety evaluations and challenge line

management's safety case.

Upper level management experience with the ability to seek technical

expertise and advice from national laboratories, industry, and/or academic

communities.

1.5

Continuing Training and Proficiency Requirements

NESSG chairmen and members shall maintain proficiency through a continuing training

program that includes the following elements:

Members

Participate in at least one NESSG activity every two years as an

NESSG member.

Chair

Lead at least one NESSG activity every two years as the NESSG

chair.

Participate in informal annual NES training to cover new technical information, NES

issues, lessons learned, weapon updates, and other selected refresher topics.

Complete a minimum of 24 hours annually of relevant technical classroom training.

The annual certification letter shall document successful completion of the above continuing

training requirements in order to designate that NESSG members/chair remain proficient. For

individuals unable to satisfy these requirements, a tailored requalification process shall be established.

2.0

COMPETENCIES

The following establishes the minimum core set of competencies and supporting knowledge

and/or skill elements for NESSG members and chair. Those competencies applicable only to

NESSG chair are annotated as appropriate.

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