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SO23-XXI-TPD-ILT, Revision 1

REACTOR OPERATOR / SENIOR REACTOR OPERATOR INITIAL LICENSE TRAINING PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Section Page

1.0 PURPOSE .......................................................................................................................................... 3

2.0 SCOPE............................................................................................................................................... 3

3.0 RESPONSIBILITIES .......................................................................................................................... 3

4.0 PRECAUTIONS / LIMITATIONS ....................................................................................................... 8

5.0 PREREQUISITES / INITIAL CONDITIONS ....................................................................................... 8

6.0 PROCEDURE .................................................................................................................................... 9 6.1 Licensed Operator Program Entry and Selection ................................................................... 9 6.2 Program Overview .................................................................................................................. 9 6.3 Initial License Training Program Administration ................................................................... 10

7.0 ACCEPTANCE / FUNCTIONAL CRITERIA .................................................................................... 17

8.0 RETENTION / RECORDS ............................................................................................................... 17

9.0 ACRONYMS / DEFINITIONS .......................................................................................................... 18

10.0 REFERENCES / COMMITMENTS .................................................................................................. 18 ATTACHMENT 1 Reactor Operator (RO) / Nuclear Control Operator (NCO) Training Program Overview ................ 21 2 Senior Reactor Operator (SRO) / Control Room Supervisor (CRS)

Training Program Overview for Reactor Operator Upgrades .......................................................... 23 3 Senior Reactor Operator (SRO) / Control Room Supervisor (CRS)

Training Program Overview for SRO Instants ................................................................................. 26 4 Initial License Course Program Schedule Overview ....................................................................... 29 5 Initial License Training Program Curriculum ................................................................................... 30 6 Initial License Program Mentor Duties and Responsibilities and Mentor Turnover Checklist ......... 39 7 Initial Licensed Operator Training Trainee Periodic Performance Evaluation Form ....................... 43 8 Initial License Class Checklist ......................................................................................................... 44 9 Initial License Training Requirements ............................................................................................. 50 10 Operator Initial License Training Requirements Acknowledge Form .............................................. 54 11 Under Instruction/EPOS/OJT Guidance .......................................................................................... 55 12 Initial License Training Program Oral Boards ................................................................................. 59 13 Candidate Selection Process .......................................................................................................... 60 14 Throughput ...................................................................................................................................... 64 15 Summary of Changes ..................................................................................................................... 67


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1.0 PURPOSE 1.1 To describe the Reactor Operator (RO) and Senior Reactor Operator (SRO) Training Programs and

provide a systematic process for its implementation, using References 10.1.1.1 through 10.1.1.4, 10.1.6.1 through 10.1.6.6, and 10.1.5.1 as the basis for design and content.

1.2 Identify the Generic Fundamentals Exam (GFES) course and Control Room Systems course as

prerequisites to the Pre-license course.

2.0 SCOPE 2.1 The Initial License Training (ILT) Program is an accredited training program designed to train

Operations Department candidates selected through a candidate selection process. Upon successful completion of this program and the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) examination process, the candidates will satisfy the requirements to receive an NRC operating license as an RO or SRO.

3.0 RESPONSIBILITIES 3.1 Director/Manager, Operations

3.1.1 As owner of Operations Training, the Operations Manager provides approval for each program.

3.1.2 Ensures that the program continues to meet Operations Management expectations for

excellence.

3.1.3 Observes Initial License Training at least once per quarter. 3.2 Manager, Operations Training

3.2.1 Ensures the Initial License Training program is maintained as a site focus by regularly engaging site Division Managers and Vice President and encouraging their participation.

3.2.2 Establishes clear priorities and expectations as they relate to the Initial License Training

program.

3.2.3 As a member of the Curriculum Review Committee, provides approval for the Initial License Training program.


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3.3 Manager, Plant Operations

3.3.1 Regularly interfaces with Operator Training to oversee the Initial License Training program.

3.3.2 Ensures Line ownership of the Training program by directing the involvement of Shift

Management and Operators.

3.3.3 Observes Initial License Training at least once per quarter and ensures at least one observation per month by a representative of Operations Management. The goal is to have at least one Operations observation per week in Initial License Training.

3.4 Manager, Operations Training

3.4.1 Ensures Initial License Training program is implemented in accordance with NRC regulations and approved SONGS procedures and policies.

3.4.2 Allocates the resources necessary to successfully implement the Initial License Training

program. 3.5 Supervisor, Operator Initial Training

3.5.1 Supervises the implementation of the Initial License Training program.

3.5.1.1 Ensures Initial License Class checklist (Attachment 8) is initiated six months prior to the start of class.

3.5.2 Monitors individual candidate performance to determine when intervention is required

due to marginal OR failing performance. Intervention should be on a graded approach as discussed in Section 6.3.4.

3.5.3 Provides Operations and Training Management with roll-up reports on candidates in the

program after each segment of training (Systems, Normal Operation, Abnormal Operation and Emergency Operation).

3.5.4 Sends Program Mentors the appropriate section of Attachment 6, Initial License

Program Mentor Duties and Responsibilities, and then meets with them to ensure understanding.


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3.6 Initial License Program Lead

3.6.1 Initiates a daily Program Log to document the following, as a minimum: (The daily log will be initiated at the start of Abnormal Operating Instruction (AOI) training when the class has been broken up into their 3 to 4 person crews)

Lesson being taught

Instructor(s)

Observer(s) along with any noteworthy comments made

Class activities

Class/individual behaviors and performance/focus areas for improvement

In the simulator, turnover items to other instructors

Any Nuclear Notification generated that affects training (classroom or simulator)

3.6.2 Implements the Initial License Program, including:

3.6.2.1 Scheduling/Planning (use Attachment 8, Initial License Class Checklist).

NOTE

Once the detailed schedule is approved by the CRC, no changes should be made. IF an unavoidable situation requires a change to the schedule, THEN that change must be approved by the Manager of Operations Training and the Manager, Plant Operations or the respective Division Managers.

3.6.2.2 Ensuring Operations or Site Management is informed of the schedule and regularly

observes training and evaluations of the candidates. Coordinating with line schedulers or administrative support staff to schedule observations of classroom and simulator in Control Room Systems and Pre-license classroom instruction (at least once per week).

3.6.2.3 Providing program instructors with guidance on lesson plans, including lesson

specifications and assistance.

3.6.2.4 Ensuring program instructors submit required input to periodic examinations.

3.6.2.5 Ensuring periodic examinations and remediation are administered and implemented per SO23-XXI-IMP (Reference 10.1.4.4).

3.6.2.6 Documenting examination results (inform the Supervisor, Initial Operator Training).

3.6.2.7 Audit course encodes in T2000 to ensure completion by all candidates prior to the

end of the course segment (an Analyst should perform this function).

3.6.2.8 Completing end-of-course activities as described in Section 6.3.7.


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3.6.3 Ensures each student signs Attachment 10, Operator Initial License

Training Requirements Acknowledgment Form, at the beginning of the program.

3.6.4 Keeps the Supervisor, Operator Initial Training, informed of candidate

performance and behaviors and any interventions required and performed.

3.6.5 Prepares roll-up reports on program and candidate progress using the

Program Log and Exam OR evaluation performance.

3.6.6 Coordinates with the On-the-Job Training (OJT) lead instructor to implement Qualification Guide revisions or modifications.

3.6.6.1 Changes resulting from a Task List Review.

3.6.6.2 Feedback from the OJT/Task Performance Evaluation (TPE) process

3.6.7 Ensure each candidate is fully briefed on the Qualification Guide and its use. Maintain

those items specified in NTDP-06 (Reference 10.1.5.2) on the Operations Training Program Stewardship web page.

3.7 Program Mentors

3.7.1 Ensure success of candidates through a team approach. Each candidate will individually have two mentors, an On-shift Mentor and a Training Mentor.

3.7.2 Perform the duties and responsibilities as described in Attachment 6, Initial License

Program Mentor Duties and Responsibilities and Mentor Turnover Checklist 3.8 SRO Mentor

3.8.1 Each initial license class should have an experienced SRO assigned from OPS as the program mentor beginning with the integrated power plant maneuvering and continuing through the NRC workup phase.

3.8.2 The typical duties of the SRO mentor will include:

3.8.2.1 Providing operational expertise to the instructional staff and students.

3.8.2.2 Reviewing and approving periodic examinations.

3.8.2.3 Participating in ARB’s and remediations.

3.8.2.4 Reinforcing standards and expectations of Operations Management.


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3.9 RO or SRO Candidate

3.9.1 Reads and acknowledges understanding of the Operator Initial Training Requirements Acknowledgment Form (Attachment 10) by signing it at the beginning of the program.

3.9.2 Actively participates in the training process to ensure successful completion of all

segments of the course.

3.9.2.1 Active Participation is defined as taking ownership of one’s training – acknowledging that getting a License requires a high degree of personal accountability – and actively working with Training and the other candidates to ensure all goals and objectives are met.

3.9.3 Completes the assigned Qualification Guide.

3.9.3.1 The Qualification Guide shall be completed prior to starting in-chair time.

3.9.4 Executes the in-chair time schedule provided by the Shift Manager.

3.9.5 Reports qualification status and completion to the Supervisor, Operator Initial Training,

per the Qualification Guide. 3.10 Shift Manager

3.10.1 Ensures candidates receive the mentoring necessary to be successful throughout their training program. This includes meeting with the candidates and mentors early in the program and often throughout the program.

3.10.2 Ensures candidates meet the requirements of SO123-0-A1 (Reference 10.1.4.1) for

performing Reactivity Manipulations in the plant.

3.10.3 Conducts Control Room walkdowns with the candidate after completion of Section 6.0 of the Qualification Guide.

3.10.4 Submits a Letter of Recommendation when the candidate is qualified.

3.10.5 Observes Initial License Training as directed by the Manager, Plant Operations.


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4.0 PRECAUTIONS / LIMITATIONS 4.1 Precautions

4.1.1 None 4.2 Limitations

4.2.1 None

5.0 PREREQUISITES / INITIAL CONDITIONS 5.1 Prerequisites

5.1.1 VERIFY this document is current by using one of the methods described in SO123-XV-HU-3.

5.1.2 VERIFY Level of Use requirements on the first page of this procedure.

5.2 Initial Conditions

5.2.1 None


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6.0 PROCEDURE

NOTE

Selected Candidates for Direct Senior Reactor Operator (Instants) should complete the SRO Instant Familiarization Guide (Reference 10.1.6.7) during the six months prior to commencing the Control Room Systems course portion of the Initial License Training program.

6.1 Licensed Operator Program Entry and Selection

6.1.1 Candidates for Reactor Operator should be active participants in the License Operator Preparatory Course in Nuclear Plant Equipment Operator (NPEO) Continuing Training.

6.1.2 RO and SRO Candidates must first meet the applicable requirements of one of the

selection paths of INPO ACAD 10-001 (Reference 10.1.6.1).

6.1.3 After meeting Minimum Entry Criteria, the candidates will be evaluated using a selection process as outlined in Attachment 14.

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6.2 Program Overview

6.2.1 The Initial Licensed Operator Training Program consists of three parts; the Generic Fundamentals Exam (part of the Apprentice NPEO (ANPEO) program); the Control Room Systems course and the Pre-License course. The GFES and the Control Room Systems are prerequisites to the Pre-License course and must be completed successfully before participating in the Pre-License course.

6.2.2 For Reactor Operator Program overview, see Attachment 1.

6.2.3 For Senior Reactor Operator Upgrade ILT Program overview, see Attachment 2.

6.2.4 For Direct Senior Reactor Operator (also referred to as “Instant SRO”) ILT Program

overview, see Attachment 3.

6.2.5 For the Initial License Course Program Schedule Overview, see Attachment 4.

6.2.6 For the Initial License Course Curriculum, see Attachment 5.

END OF SECTION


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6.3 Initial License Training Program Administration

6.3.1 Exemptions

6.3.1.1 Experienced personnel can be considered for exemption from the knowledge and skills portion of Initial Training. Management review of an individual’s prior training records and job performance history provides data for this exemption. This review should consist of the following, or equivalent, processes:

6.3.1.1.1 An objective, technical interview of the candidate to determine work experience

history, qualifications, and training. This interview process validates resume history and may include contact with previous work supervisors.

6.3.1.1.2 A review of previous training records and job performance history to determine

training received and work accomplished.

6.3.1.2 The following should be conducted to verify the candidate possesses adequate knowledge and skills:

6.3.1.2.1 An examination or oral board based on learning objectives from the training being

exempted. It is NOT necessary to test all learning objectives. Input from the above review is used to determine the scope of the examination.

6.3.1.2.2 An evaluation to verify proficiency of skills necessary to perform the tasks for

which training is being exempted. This evaluation may be based on the candidate performing or having performed the tasks satisfactorily, OR it may be a technical “walk-through” or “talk-through” of the tasks.

6.3.1.3 Plant management should approve that the individual is either qualified to perform

the job-related tasks OR is expected to complete designated training and qualification program requirements prior to independent job assignment.

6.3.2 Observation and Evaluation of Candidates

6.3.2.1 The Program Lead should schedule Operations and Training Management for

periodic observations of the candidates and their training.

6.3.2.2 Evaluation of the candidates should be performed using Attachment 7, Initial Licensed Operator Trainee Periodic Performance Evaluation Form, or equivalent.

6.3.2.3 The Program Lead shall perform the following:

6.3.2.3.1 COLLECT completed observations.

6.3.2.3.2 EVALUATE the observations for performance improvement items.

6.3.2.3.3 PROVIDE feedback comments from the observations to the applicable

candidates (this can be done through the mentor or assigned instructors).


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6.3.2.3.4 FILE the completed observations.

6.3.2.3.5 PROVIDE a report to the Supervisor, Initial Operator Training, on

the results of the observations.

6.3.2.4 Oral Boards shall be scheduled during the course of Initial License Training to assess candidate progress at points designated by the Supervisor, Operator Initial Training.

6.3.2.4.1 CONDUCT Oral Boards using Attachment 12, Initial License Oral Board

Guidelines.

6.3.3 Examinations

6.3.3.1 Examinations will be scheduled by the Program Lead in accordance with the approved ILT Curriculum.

6.3.3.1.1 Every simulator exam should be observed by a representative from Operations

and Training Management.

6.3.3.2 During the Pre-License (simulator) phase of Initial License Training, written examinations shall be developed:

At difficulty levels equal to or greater than Audit and NRC Exams.

Using NUREG 1122 (Reference 10.1.1.4), in addition to the objectives in VISION. (Root Cause Evaluation (RCE) Corrective Action per AR 070601237-7 and NN 200500173)

NOTE

NUREG KAs have been incorporated into VISION such that those with higher likelihood of being on an NRC Exam (KA value greater than 2.5) have been tied to objectives in the Initial License program. Refer to the “teaching points” (sk’s) for specific KAs to address during training and on periodic exams.

6.3.3.3 Pre-License Periodic written examinations shall be at least 50 questions in length

and should get progressively longer and more difficult to prepare candidates for the rigors of an Audit and NRC Exam (75 questions RO and 100 questions SRO). (RCE Corrective Action per AR 070601237-8 and NN 200500173)

6.3.3.4 The Analysis of an exam after its administration should give sufficient information for

topic areas that were missed generically as a class, or individually by a candidate, for the mentors, instructors and supervision to make accurate assessments of candidate progress. This information should be used for improving candidate knowledge or performance.


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6.3.3.5 See Attachment 9, Initial License Training Requirements, for additional information

on Examinations, including types, performance requirements, and actions upon failure.

6.3.4 Graded Approach to Intervention for Candidate Performance Issues

NOTE

Attachment 7, Trainee Periodic Performance Evaluation Form or a facsimile should be used in conjunction with student performance on tests and Job Performance Measurements (JPMs) to determine intervention levels necessary. (RCE Corrective Action per AR 070601237-13 and NN 200500173)

6.3.4.1 Definition of Graded Approach to Intervention – An approach that gives an

appropriate level of intervention based on the results and evaluation of candidate performance. IF a candidate is having minor difficulties, THEN intervention by the candidate’s mentor and the program lead would be required. As a candidate has higher level or continuing performance issues, intervention by Training Supervision or Operations Shift Management may be required. The highest level of intervention is the Academic Review Board by Operations and Training Management as described in Section 6.3.5.

6.3.4.2 All interventions shall be documented and maintained by the Program Lead.

6.3.4.3 Intervention Levels:

6.3.4.3.1 The SRO Mentor or Training Mentor should intervene with a candidate for any of

the following:

Any observed individual performance issue

Any behavioral issue, especially one that affects the class or simulator team

Any situation (personal or otherwise) that comes to the mentor’s attention which may lead to distraction of the individual from his or her training; in this case the mentor should first speak to the candidate to see what can be done, then involve supervision.

6.3.4.3.2 Program Lead intervention shall occur with a candidate for any of the following:

Individual written exam scores less than 85% OR a declining trend in scores

Marginal performance noted during Simulator Training by an instructor, observer, or mentor, including lack of progress as expected

Any marginal performance as noted on Attachment , Initial Licensed Operator Trainee Periodic Performance Evaluation Form


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6.3.4.3.3 Training Supervision should intervene with a candidate for any of the items

below:

Individual written exam scores that are 5% less than the class average OR 5% less than the individual’s average (after three exams)

Individual written exam scores that continue to decline after intervention by the Program Lead and Mentors, but have not yet met Academic Review criteria

Any failure of an exam

6.3.4.4 The Supervisor, Operator Initial Training, shall notify the Manager, Plant Operations,

and the appropriate Shift (or Line) Manager to intervene with the candidate for either of the items below:

Any continued performance deficiencies or behavioral issues addressed at lower intervention levels that have not been corrected

Any assessment of candidate performance noted as Below Minimum Standard on Attachment 7, Initial Licensed Operator Trainee Periodic Performance Evaluation Form

6.3.5 Academic Review Board

6.3.5.1 An Academic Review Board is an intervention by Operations and Training

Management to address a candidate’s performance deficiencies when other means of intervention have not been successful. Step 6.3.5.3 provides guidance for conducting and documenting the Academic Review Board. (RCE Corrective Action AR 070601237-9 and NN 200507802)

6.3.5.2 The minimum composition of an Academic Review Board is at least one

representative from Operations Management (the Operations Director/Manager or an Assistant Manager) and the Manager, Operations Training, or designee (a Supervisor of Operator Training).


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NOTE

The Initial Training Supervisor, or Program Lead, and an individual to take minutes should also be in attendance. (RCE Corrective Action AR 070601237-9 and NN 200507802)

6.3.5.3 An Academic Review Board should be convened if any of the following criteria are

met:

6.3.5.3.1 Failure of any Simulator examination

6.3.5.3.2 Failure of any two examinations

6.3.5.3.3 Failure of a remedial examination

6.3.5.3.4 An overall course average less than 85% (after three exams have been completed)

6.3.5.3.5 Failure of a comprehensive examination

6.3.5.3.6 Failure of any portion of the Audit Exam

6.3.5.3.7 Failure of any portion of the NRC Exam

6.3.5.3.8 Marginal simulator performance as observed by Operations Management and

Operations Training

6.3.5.3.9 Continued performance or behavioral deficiencies that have not been corrected through lower levels of intervention

6.3.5.4 WHEN an Academic Review Board is required, THEN the following actions should

be taken:

6.3.5.4.1 CONDUCT and ENSURE proper documentation of interview with the trainee and his/her principle instructors to determine any factors that may have contributed to the unsatisfactory academic performance. The Academic Review process should be discussed with the trainee at this time, including the reason for the review as well as possible outcomes. (RCE Corrective Action AR 070601237-9, NN 200500173, and NN 200507802)

6.3.5.4.2 CONDUCT the Academic Review with Line Management using all of the

information obtained.

6.3.5.4.3 DOCUMENT the review on NTD Form 1.11.5-1 (Reference 10.1.5.1) and INCLUDE Academic Review Board minutes and candidate interview as attachments. (RCE Corrective Action AR 070601237-9, NN 200500173, and NN 200507802)


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6.3.6 NRC Eligibility Review Board

6.3.6.1 The NRC Examination Eligibility Review Board shall be convened to determine which

Licensed Operator Candidates should sit for the NRC License Examination. Only those candidates who have a high probability of success on the exam and who will be safe, competent operators should be allowed to take the NRC Exam. The following should be considered:

6.3.6.1.1 Audit Exam performance

6.3.6.1.2 Overall course performance, including consistency of effort and performance

trends

6.3.6.1.3 Attitudes and behaviors, particularly in the areas of accountability, teamwork, ethics, and professionalism

6.3.6.1.4 Attendance

6.3.6.1.5 Prior academic performance, including all segments of Initial License and

Continuing Training

6.3.6.1.6 Observations and trends from observations

6.3.6.1.7 Input from Instructors and Mentors

6.3.6.2 NRC Examination Eligibility Review Board membership is Plant Manager or Site Vice President and Station Manager, Operations Director/Manager, Manager of Plant Operations, Training Manager, Manager of Operations Training, Supervisor/Manager of Operations Initial Training, a Shift Manager (optional), Pre-License Program Lead (optional)

6.3.7 End-of-Course Activities

6.3.7.1 DETERMINE plant or procedural changes, operating events, or other required

training that occurred during the time the candidates were in Initial License Training.

6.3.7.2 ENSURE all required training complete prior to releasing licensee back to shift operations.

6.3.7.3 PROVIDE roll-up report to Operations and Training Management on lessons learned

from the completed class.

6.3.7.3.1 DOCUMENT in a Notification.

6.3.7.4 DETERMINE throughput per Attachment 14.


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6.3.7.5 Following completion of the ILT Program (generally within 30 days and once NRC

Exam results are known), an evaluation of the results should be performed in the event of a candidate not successfully passing the NRC examination. This data will be brought to Plant Management. Management will review program results versus current business needs and determine if any corrective actions are required and at what level. This will include:

Actual Results versus Plant Needs

Determination of class size to support future plant needs

Approval of metrics for Course

Determination of level of cause evaluation, and Problem Statement for any cause evaluation identified.

Results of Roll-up report.

Evaluation of candidate loss following Audit Examination.

END OF SECTION


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7.0 ACCEPTANCE / FUNCTIONAL CRITERIA 7.1 Acceptance Criteria

7.1.1 None 7.2 Functional Criteria

7.2.1 None

8.0 RETENTION / RECORDS 8.1 The records of individuals participating in the Units 2 and 3 RO / SRO Program shall be maintained

in T2000 or SAP equivalent and archived by Corporate Documentation Management-SONGS (CDM-SONGS).

8.2 The following information shall be submitted to CDM-SONGS:

8.2.1 Attendance record or list of program attainments

8.2.2 Records of observations

8.2.3 All examination grades, including normal and remedial examinations

8.2.4 All remedial training documents

8.2.5 Academic Review Documentation

8.2.6 Documentation of why a trainee did not complete a major course

8.2.7 On-The-Job Training documentation, including:

8.2.7.1 Qualification Guides

8.2.7.2 Under Instruction/Extra Person On-Shift (EPOS) documentation

8.2.7.3 In-Chair time

8.2.8 Letters of Recommendation from the Shift Manager

8.2.9 Upgrade Authorization Letters

8.2.10 Qualification Program Completion 8.3 Counseling information shall be maintained in the individual's personnel file.


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9.0 ACRONYMS / DEFINITIONS

9.1 None

10.0 REFERENCES / COMMITMENTS 10.1 Implementing Reference

10.1.1 Commitments

10.1.1.1 10CFR55, Operators' Licenses

10.1.1.2 10CFR50.120, Training and Qualification of Nuclear Power Plant Personnel

10.1.1.3 NUREG-1021, Operator Licensing Examiner Standards

10.1.1.4 NUREG 1122, Knowledge and Abilities Catalog for Nuclear Power Plant Operators: Pressurized Water Reactors

10.1.1.5 NN 201509951. NRC Safety Evaluation Report, dated July 26, 2007 [Attachment 5]

10.1.2 Corrective Actions

10.1.2.1 CA 800293745-0020, Objective 3: Conduct a Self-Assessment of Initial Licensed

Operator Evaluation Practices using the NANT Report Initial Licensed Operator Examination Issues

10.1.3 Corrective Actions to Prevent Recurrence (CAPR)

10.1.3.1 CAPR 201378245-CA0010 – Operations Specific 10 CFR 50.59 Applicability

[Attachment 5] Validated

10.1.4 Procedures

10.1.4.1 SO123-0-A1, Conduct of Operations

10.1.4.2 SO123-XXI-1.11.4, Non-Licensed Operator Training Program Description

10.1.4.3 SO23-XXI-EVA, Training Evaluation

10.1.4.4 SO23-XXI-IMP, Training Implementation

10.1.4.5 SO123-XXI-8.5, Operator Pre-License Audit and NRC Initial Examinations

10.1.4.6 SO123-XV-HU-3, Written Instruction Use and Adherence


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10.1.5 Forms

10.1.5.1 NTD Form-1.11.5-1, Academic Review Documentation Form

10.1.5.2 NTDP-06, Training Program Stewardship

10.1.5.3 NRC Form 398, Personal Qualification Statement -- Licensee

10.1.6 Guides

10.1.6.1 INPO ACAD 10-001, Guidelines for Training and Qualification of Licensed Operators

10.1.6.2 INPO ACAD 87-021, Guidelines for Training to Recognize and Mitigate the

Consequences of Core Damage

10.1.6.3 INPO ACAD 07-002, Guidelines for Simulator Training

10.1.6.4 Units 2/3 Nuclear Control Operator Qualification Guide 2JQ352

10.1.6.5 Units 2/3 Work Process Control Operator Qualification Guide 2JQ351

10.1.6.6 Units 2/3 Control Room Supervisor Qualification Guide 2JQ401

10.1.6.7 DIRSRO, SRO Instant Familiarization Guide

10.1.7 Manuals

10.1.7.1 Topical Quality Assurance Manual (TQAM), Chapter 1-H

10.1.7.2 OSM-14, Operations Department Expectations

10.1.8 Policies

10.1.8.1 HR Policy #301, Professional Conduct

10.1.9 Industry Event Reports (IERs)/Significant Operating Experience Reports (SOERs)

10.1.9.1 SOER 87-1, Core Damaging Accident (Chernobyl)

10.1.9.2 SOER 97-1, Potential Loss of High Pressure Injection and Charging Capability from Gas Intrusion

10.1.9.3 SOER 99-1, Addendum, Loss of Grid Addendum

10.1.9.4 SOER 02-4, Reactor Pressure Vessel Head Degradation at Davis-Besse Nuclear

Power Station

10.1.9.5 SOER 09-1, Shutdown Safety


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10.1.9.6 SOER 10-1, Large Transformer Fires

10.1.9.7 IER L1-11-2, Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Station Spent Fuel Pool Loss of Cooling

and Makeup

10.1.9.8 IER L1-11-3, Weaknesses in Operator Fundamentals 10.2 Developmental References

10.2.1 Commitments

10.2.1.1 None

10.2.2 Corrective Actions to Prevent Recurrence (CAPR)

10.2.2.1 None

10.2.3 Procedures

10.2.3.1 SO123-XXI-1.11.7, Licensed Operator Requalification Training Program Description

10.2.3.2 SO123-XXI-5.2, Performing a Job Analysis

10.2.4 Cause Evaluations

10.2.4.1 RCE 070601237 -Root Cause Evaluation based on Self-Assessment results that showed a low Initial License Training program throughout.

SO23-XXI-TPD-ILT SO23-XXI-TPD-ILT ATTACHMENT 1 of 67 Rev 1

Reactor Operator (RO) / Nuclear Control Operator (NCO) Training Program Overview

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The Reactor Operator (RO) Training Program provides trainees with the skills and knowledge necessary to competently perform their jobs. The Program consists of an Initial Training Course. The course is designed to train fully qualified Nuclear Plant Equipment Operators to become fully qualified Nuclear Control Operators (NCOs) with valid Reactor Operator (RO) Licenses issued by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC). The Initial Training Course consists of classroom, on-the-job (OJT), and simulator training. The purpose of this course is to prepare the trainees to safely and efficiently operate the plant from the control room as well as operate systems from outside the control room that support the reactor. The course also prepares the trainees to obtain their RO Licenses from the NRC. The Initial Training Course consists of the following training segments:

GFES Initial or Refresher Training

Plant Systems (Control Room Systems course)

Pre-License course

Under Instruction (U/I) / Extra Person On-Shift (EPOS) / On-The-Job Training (OJT)

Pre-License Simulator Training

NOTE

The OJT segment (Under Instruction / EPOS) and the Pre-License Segment (Simulator) will be run concurrently. The class will be divided into two groups, with one group starting Under Instruction / EPOS while the other starts Simulator. After typically five weeks, the groups will swap. This will continue until Pre-License is complete.

The GFES Initial training segment is designed to train candidates on the fundamentals of Reactor Physics, Thermodynamics, and Power Plant Components to make them more knowledgeable operators and to prepare the candidates to pass the GFES NRC Exam. The GFES Refresher training segment is designed for candidates entering the Initial License program who have exceeded two years since passing the GFES NRC Exam. In order to demonstrate proficiency in Generic Fundamentals topics in accordance with NUREG 1021, the candidate must successfully challenge a SONGS GFES Exam that covers the same topics as the NRC Exam. A Generic Fundamentals Review course (determined by Operations and Training Management) may be conducted prior to administration of the SONGS GFES Exam. Candidates who have passed the GFES NRC Exam within the preceding two years prior to License Application submittal are exempt from the SONGS GFES Exam.


Reactor Operator (RO) / Nuclear Control Operator (NCO) Training Program Overview


NOTE

Successful completion of the initial Generic Fundamentals course and the Control Room Systems course are Prerequisites to participation in the Pre-License course.

Plant Systems includes training on primary and secondary plant systems operated from the Control Room, including all instrumentation and controls, as well as those systems the NRC has identified as important for the new licensee to know based on NUREG 1122 (Reference 10.1.1.4). This will include task training on the simulator associated with the systems taught. Plant Systems concludes with the training necessary to perform OJT tasks, including Administrative Topics and Reactor Startup Certification. The Pre-License course consists of two parts: 1. Extra Person On-Shift / OJT is designed to provide the trainees with control room experience, being assigned to a shift as an NCO under instruction in the Units 2 and 3 Operations Division and placed under the administrative controls of that division. Each candidate will be required to perform a minimum of 520 hours of properly documented Under Instruction / EPOS time and five Reactivity Control Manipulations. Also during this training segment, trainees are expected to complete Section 6.0 of the NCO Qualification Guide. 2. Pre-License training is conducted in the classroom and simulator environments. Pre-License is designed to ensure trainees are adequately prepared to integrate the knowledge and skills previously obtained prior to obtaining a site certification or Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) license. This training segment includes the following:

Administrative Controls

Integrated Power Plant Operations (IPPO)

AOIs

Mitigating Core Damage / Transient and Accident Analyses

Emergency Operating Instructions (EOIs)

Team Training (Simulator)

Use of Technical Specifications and Nuclear Organization Procedures

Proficiency in demonstrating Technical Specification applications shall be done in the classroom, Simulator, and JPM examination settings.

Simulator scenarios with Technical Specification applications shall be evaluated in a similar manner in which NRC examinations are graded to better prepare the candidate for the final dynamic examination.

Periodic (at the discretion of the ILT Supervisor) open book Technical Specification examinations shall be given throughout the program to better prepare the candidate for the final written examination. (Refer to NUREG 1122 (Reference 10.1.1.4) and station objectives for determining the required level of knowledge for Reactor Operators).


Senior Reactor Operator (SRO) / Control Room Supervisor (CRS) Training Program Overview for Reactor Operator Upgrades


The Senior Reactor Operator (SRO) Training Program provides trainees with the skills and knowledge necessary to perform their jobs in a competent, safe, and efficient manner prior to being assigned job responsibilities. These responsibilities involve the supervision of all plant operations from the control room as well as operation of the systems that support the reactor from outside the control room. The Program consists of an Initial Training Course. The course is designed to train individuals to become fully qualified Control Room Supervisors (CRS) with valid Senior Reactor Operator (SRO) Licenses issued by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC). Individuals selected to this program who have a Reactor Operator license at San Onofre will be referred to as Senior Reactor Operator Upgrades (SROU). SROUs may enter the SRO program at any point (determined by Operations and Training Management) based on past experience and knowledge level (although it is strongly encouraged that SROUs enter the program at the beginning of Plant Systems training both for the benefit of their own review as well as to act as in-class mentors for the RO candidates), as long as they have completed their requisite time as an Under Instruction watchstander or Extra Person on Shift (EPOS) as a Control Room Supervisor under instruction. Receipt of the encodes in these training segments signifies that they have received training on all SRO-level objectives that may also be in the lesson. The Initial Training Course for the SRO consists of the following training segments:

Supervisory Skills Training


Pre-License course

Under Instruction (U/I) / Extra Person On-Shift (EPOS) / On-The-Job Training (OJT)

Pre-License




NOTE


Plant Systems includes training on primary and secondary plant systems operated from the Control Room, including all instrumentation and controls, as well as those systems the NRC has identified as important for the new licensee to know based on NUREG 1122 (Reference 10.1.1.4). This will include task training on the simulator associated with the systems taught. Plant Systems concludes with the training necessary to perform OJT tasks, including Administrative Topics and Reactor Startup Certification. The Pre-License course consists of two parts:

1. Extra Person On-Shift / OJT is designed to provide the trainees with control room experience, being assigned to a shift as an CRS under instruction in the Units 2 and 3 Operations Division and placed under the administrative controls of that division. Each candidate will be required to perform a minimum of 520 hours of properly documented Under Instruction / EPOS time. Also during this training segment, trainees are expected to complete Section 6.0 of the CRS Qualification Guide.

2. Pre-License training is conducted in the classroom and simulator environments. Pre-License is

designed to ensure trainees are adequately prepared to integrate the knowledge and skills previously obtained prior to obtaining a site certification or Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) license. This training segment includes the following:



Abnormal Operating Instructions (AOIs)







Periodic (at the discretion of the ILT Supervisor) open book Technical Specification examinations shall be given throughout the program to better prepare the candidate for the final written examination.




2. Pre-License training (Continued)

Use and Declaration of Emergency Action Levels (EALs)

Proficiency in demonstrating EAL applications shall be done in the classroom, Simulator, and JPM examination settings.

3. Supervisory Skills training is given in several segments. The first is given prior to beginning the

License program and contains the topics identified in ACAD 10-001 that are necessary for the Command and Control position. After completion of the program, but prior to going on shift, the SRO Licensee will receive the remainder of the ACAD topics. The SRO Licensee will also be enrolled in the Management and Supervisory Development program for additional Supervisory Training.


Senior Reactor Operator (SRO) / Control Room Supervisor (CRS) Training Program Overview for SRO Instants


The Senior Reactor Operator (SRO) Training Program provides trainees with the skills and knowledge necessary to perform their jobs in a competent, safe, and efficient manner prior to being assigned job responsibilities. These responsibilities involve the supervision of all plant operations from the control room as well as operation of the systems that support the reactor from outside the control room. The Program consists of an Initial Training Course. The course is designed to train individuals to become fully qualified Control Room Supervisors (CRS) with valid Senior Reactor Operator (SRO) Licenses issued by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC). Individuals selected to this program who have not held a Reactor Operator license at San Onofre, but were selected to this program under one of the other conditions as listed under Program Entry Selection will be referred to as Senior Reactor Operator Instants (SROI). SROI are also sometimes referred to as Direct SROs. SROIs must obtain all of the training and encodes in GFES segment, Plant Systems segment, and Pre-License segment, in addition to those for Reactivity Manipulations. Receipt of the encodes in these training segments signifies that they have received training on all RO-level objectives as well as any SRO-level objectives that may also be in the lesson. In lieu of completing the NCO Qualification Guide, the SROI must complete the “Pre-ILT Orientation Guide for Direct SROs” (DIRSRO) in addition to the Control Room Supervisor Qualification Guide. The Orientation Guide, when completed, will provide the SRO-Instant/Direct candidate with the expected knowledge level possessed by a Non-Licensed Operator (NLO). The training provided to a NLO is defined by the Curriculum contained in SO123-XXI-1.11.4 (Reference 10.1.4.2). The Orientation Guide will provide the details for how an SRO-Instant candidate can receive and be evaluated for this Non-Licensed Operator training. The Initial Training Course for the SROIs consists of the following training segments:

Supervisory Skills Training

GFES


Pre-License course

Extra Person On-Shift (Under Instruction / EPOS) / On-The-Job Training (OJT)

Pre-License




NOTE


Plant Systems includes training on primary and secondary plant systems operated from the Control Room, including all instrumentation and controls, as well as those systems the NRC has identified as important for the new licensee to know based on NUREG 1122 (Reference 10.1.1.4). This will include task training on the simulator associated with the systems taught. Plant Systems concludes with the training necessary to perform OJT tasks, including Administrative Topics and Reactor Startup Certification. The Pre-License course consists of two parts:

1. EPOS / OJT is designed to provide the trainees with control room experience, being assigned to a shift as an CRS under instruction in the Units 2 and 3 Operations Division and placed under the administrative controls of that division. Each candidate will be required to perform a minimum of 520 hours of properly documented Under Instruction / EPOS time and must complete a minimum of five Reactivity Control Manipulations as the RO under instruction. Also during this training segment, trainees are expected to complete Section 6.0 of the CRS Qualification Guide.

2. Pre-License training is conducted in the classroom and simulator environments. Pre-License is

designed to ensure trainees are adequately prepared to integrate the knowledge and skills previously obtained prior to obtaining a site certification or Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) license. This training segment includes the following:



Abnormal Operating Instructions (AOIs)







Periodic (at the discretion of the ILT Supervisor) open book Technical Specification examinations shall be given throughout the program to better prepare the candidate for the final written examination.




2. Pre-License training (Continued)

Use and Declaration of Emergency Action Levels (EALs)

Proficiency in demonstrating EAL applications shall be done in the applicable classroom, Simulator, and JPM examination settings.

3. Supervisory Skills training is given in several segments. The first is given prior to beginning the

License program and contains the topics identified in ACAD 10-001 that are necessary for the Command and Control position. After completion of the program, but prior to going on shift, the SRO Licensee will receive the remainder of the ACAD topics. The SRO Licensee will also be enrolled in the Management and Supervisory Development program for additional Supervisory Training.


Initial License Course Program Schedule Overview


Training Course / Activity Duration

Fundamentals Classroom Training Refresher: 4 weeks NRC: 10 weeks

Vacation (Option) / Self Study 2 weeks

Systems Classroom Training (and Simulator Task Training)

17/19* weeks:

• Systems (12)

• Rx S / U Cert (2/4*)

• Admin / Mitigating Core Damage / Transient Accident Analysis (3)

Simulator / Under Instruction Extra Person on Shift

30/40* weeks:

5/10* weeks (IPPO / EPOS or EPOS / IPPO) • Simulator (15/20*)

4/8* weeks (AOI / EPOS or EPOS / AOI) • EPOS (15/20*)

4/8* weeks (EOI / EPOS or EPOS / EOI)

Pre-Audit Review Training 4 weeks

Audit Exam 6-10 days

Pre-NRC Exam Review Training 4 weeks

NRC Exam 6-10 days

Post-NRC Training 2-4 weeks. Time will vary based on the requirements for the class composition.

See Attachment 5 for Post NRC Training and License Activation guidance.

*The duration of these courses is based on class size and composition. For classes of less than or equal to 12 candidates, the lower of the two numbers shall be used. For class sizes greater than 12 candidates, the larger of the numbers shall be used. This is based on Simulator grouping of 3-4 candidates. The size of these groupings provides the greatest training value for each particular candidate by maximizing the instructor to student ratio. It is at the discretion of Operations and Training management through the Initial License Training (ILT) Program Curriculum Review Committee (CRC) to evaluate the need to adjust the Program Design including start and end dates based on class size, composition, and experience levels of the candidates. This Schedule Overview is intended to be used as a guide, but careful consideration should be given to adjust the times based on potential foreseen weak areas within the Program that may need more allotted time to address and remediate these weaknesses. Doing this will increase the chance of a successful throughput and better prepare the class and individuals to become licensed operators. (Reference 10.1.6.1, Appendix “A”)


Initial License Training Program Curriculum


NOTE

Depending on simulator availability during Control Room Systems Training, SIM encodes (tasks) may be carried over to Pre-License training and do NOT preclude awarding encode TPD33B.

All hours in this table are estimated. Actual times may vary based on in structor/student interaction and number of students enrolled.

The course curriculum should include administrative, simulator, and in plant JPM practice and periodic evaluation. Weekly systems quizzes should be used to measure candidate progress.

Control Room System Section

CATEGORY TITLE LP # ENCODE HOURS TYPE

INTRO Control Room Systems Intro N/A N/A 2

Introduction to Tech. Specs. 2LC700 L12OCR 6 LP

SWYD / TG 220 KV Switchyard 2XER02 ER082B 2 LP

Main Generator and 22 KV (Reference 10.1.9.6) 2XGR01 GR012B 2 LP

Generator Excitation and Voltage Regulator 2XGR05 GR052B 2 LP

2XGR05 Attachment: AVR Operation GR05A1 2 SIM

Turbine Protection Auxiliaries 2XTR02 TR022B 2 LP

Generator Auxiliaries 2XGR02 GR022B 2 LP

Turbine Control and Operation 2XTR07 TR072B 2 LP

Turbine Unitized Actuators 2XTR06 TR062B 2 LP

Turbine Valve Operations 2LC706 L061SR 3 SIM

Main Turbine and Generator Operations 2LC717 L171SR 2 SIM

ELEC 6.9 KV Electrical Systems 2XEL02 ER022R 2 LP

480 Volt & 4160 Volt Electrical System 2XEL03 ER032R 4 LP

1E 120 VAC & 1E UPS Systems 2XEL04 ER042R 2 LP

Non-1E 120 VAC and 125 VDC Systems 2XEL05 ER052R 2 LP

Bus Transfer Operations 2LC708 L081SR 4 SIM

Emergency Diesel Generators 2XER06 ER062B 8 LP

Diesel Generator Operations 2LC707 L071SR 4 SIM

Electrical Bus Transfer (Demo) 2RS762 RS6211 3 SIM

Self-Study XX012B 8 SS

Examination #1 ZZ012B 4 E

Review 4

RCS Reactor Coolant System 2XAR02 AR022B 8 LP

2XAR02 Attachment: Rx Vessel and Internals AR02A1 4 LP

Vibration and Loose Parts Monitor 2XCR04 CR042B 4 LP

Reactor Coolant Pump Operations 2LC714 L141SR 2 SIM

Chemical Volume and Control System 2XAR06 AR062B 6 LP

SOER 97-1 Gas Intrusion (Reference 10.1.9.2) RQ0718 RQ0718 1 LP

CVCS Operations 2LC713 L131SR 3 SIM

Pressurizer Pressure and Level Control 2XIR02 IR022B 4 LP

PPCS and PLCS Operations 2PO702 CT02SR 4 SIM

ECCS / CTMT ECCS / Containment Spray 2XAR07 AR072B 8 LP

2XAR07 Attachment: Actuation, Verification and Reset of ESFAS

AR07A1 4 SIM

Safety Injection Tank Operations 2LC712 L121SR 2 SIM





ECCS / CTMT Shutdown Cooling 2XAR03 AR032B 4 LP

2XAR03 Attachment: SDC Operations AR03A1 3 SIM

Reduced Inventory Control 2XAR04 AR042B 4 LP

2XAR04 Attachment: RIC Operations AR04A1 3 SIM

Containment Design System 2XAL08 AR082R 2 LP

Containment Air Handling System 2XAL09 AR092R 2 LP

Fuel Storage and Spent Fuel Pool Cooling Systems 2XBL04 BR042R 2 LP

Refueling Cavity Operations 2XBL05 BR052R 2 LP



Review 4


SECONDARY Main Steam / Steam Generators / Condensate / Condenser Air Removal

2XPR02 PR022B 4 LP

2XPR02 Attachment: MSIS / ADV / Bypass Operations PR02A1 4 SIM

Steam Bypass Control System 2XIR05 IR052B 6 LP

2XIR05 Attachment: SBCS Operations IR05A1 4 SIM

Auxiliary Feedwater 2XPR07 PR072B 4 LP

Auxiliary Feedwater Operations 2LC709 L091SR 3 SIM

Feedwater Control System 2XIR06 IR062B 6 LP

Feedwater Operations 2LC710 L101SR 3 SIM

Main Feedwater Pump Operations 2LC711 L111SR 2 SIM

Feedwater Control System Operation 2PO701 CT01SR 4 SIM

Self-Study XX012B 8 Study


Review 4

MISC / RAD SWC 2XBL02 BR022R 3 LP

CCW 2XBL01 BR012R 3 LP

CCW Operations 2LC720 L201SR 2 SIM

Miscellaneous Integrated Plant Operations 2NI707 N071CR 4 LP

Release Permit / ODCM 2XRR07 RR072B 4 LP

Radiation Monitors 2XRR08 RR082B 6 LP

2XRR08 Attachment: Rad Monitor Operations RR08A1 1 SIM

Coolant Radwaste System 2XRL05 RR052R 2 LP

Gaseous Radwaste System 2XRL06 RR062R 2 LP

Annunciator Systems 2XAN01 AN012B 4 LP

Operation of Annunciators & Indicators 2LC833 L331CR 2 LP

Meteorological and Seismic Monitor 2XMR05 RR052B 4 LP

Fire Protection 2XFR01 FR012B 4 LP

2XFR01 Attachment: Fire Computer Operations FR01A1 2 SIM

CEA & CEDMCS 2XIR03 IR032B 4 LP

ACCIDENT ATWS / DSS 2XIL07 IL072B 2 LP

MON EPPM & Remote Shutdown Panel 2XCL10 2XCL10 2 LP

Accident Monitoring Systems 2XCR06 CR062B 4 LP

2XCR06 Attachment: CFMS / QSPDS Operations CR06A1 2 SIM

Control Room Calculations 2XCR10 CR102B 4 LP

Technical Specification Applications 2LC701 L121CR 4 LP



Review 4





I&C Plant Computer Systems 2XCR07 CR072B 6 LP

Incore Nuclear Instrumentation 2XCR01 CR012B 6 LP

2XCR07 Attachment: PMS / COLSS Operations CR07A1 4 SIM

COLSS 2XCR03 CR032B 8 LP

Excore Nuclear Instrumentation 2XCR08 CR082B 6 LP

Plant Protection System 2XCR09 CR092B 24 LP

ESFAS Actions for Auxiliary Feedwater 2LC716 L161SR 2 SIM

CPC / CEAC 2XCR02 CR022B 16 LP

2XCR02 Attachment: CPC / CEAC Operations CR02A1 6 SIM



Review 4

FINALS Self-Study XX012B 8 SS

Control Room Systems Oral Board (to start with 2012-13 ILT class) 1 E

Control Room Systems Comprehensive Final Examination ZZ062B 4 E

RX S/U Reactor Startup 2SU701

Classroom R011CR 8 LP

Reactor Startup 2SU701


Simulator R021SR 6 SIM







Reactor Startup Certification 2SU701 ZZ09SR 16 E

ADMIN Introduction to EPOS / Exam Standards 2PRE01 2PRE01 4 LP

Conduct of Operations 2LC705 L051CR 8 LP

Operator Fundamentals (Reference 10.1.9.8) 2LC702 OPFUND 4 LP

Reactivity Management 2NI710 NI01CR 4 LP

Configuration Control 2LC823 L231CR 2 LP

In-service Testing 2LC838 L381CR 2 LP

Equipment Operations 2LC837 L371CR 2 LP

Cumulative Equip Hrs 2LC703 L031CR 3 LP

Surveillance Program Requirements 2LC832 L321CR 4 LP

LCOAR & EDMR 2LC842 L421CR 4 LP

Chemistry Processes and Procedures 2LC836 L361CR 2 LP

HP & Portable Instruments 2LC898 L981CR 4 LP

Infrequently Performed Tests & Evolutions 2LC8IT LIT1CR 2 LP

Containment Entry Procedures 2LS701 S001CR 2 LP

SPC&C 2LS702 S002CR 2 LP

Use of Procedures 2LC820 L201CR 2 LP

Safety 2LC840 L401CR 2 LP

Human Error Reduction* 2ER001 ER01CR 8 LP



Review 4

*The Human Error Reduction lesson can be satisfied by any encode obtained through an equivalent class (e.g., HUSEG1).




Pre-License/EPOS Section Group 1 Group 2

CATEG TITLE LP # ENCOD HOU TYP IPPO Diagnostics and Problem Solving, Command and Control 2LC843 L431CR 3 EPOS

Team Training 2TT001 (TT01SR) 8 (5 Weeks) WesdfWeeks)

Plant Startup from Cold Shutdown to Hot Standby 2NI701 Classroom N011CR 2.5 LP

Simulator N011SR 3.5 SIM

Plant Startup from Cold Shutdown to Hot Standby 2NI701 Classroom N012CR 2.5 LP Simulator N012SR 3.5 SIM Plant Startup from Cold Shutdown to Hot Standby 2NI701 Classroom N013CR 2.5 LP Simulator N013SR 3.5 SIM Plant Startup from Cold Shutdown to Hot Standby 2NI701 Classroom N014CR 2.5 LP Simulator N014SR 3.5 SIM Reactivity Assessments 2NI70 N001CR 6 LP Hot Standby to Minimum Load 2NI702 Classroom N021CR 2.5 LP Simulator N021SR 3.5 SIM Hot Standby to Minimum Load 2NI702 Classroom N022CR 2.5 LP Simulator N022SR 3.5 SIM Hot Standby to Minimum Load 2NI702 Classroom N023CR 2.5 LP Simulator N023SR 3.5 SIM Power Operations and Rapid Downpower AOI SO23-13-28 2NI703 Classroom N031CR 2.5 LP Simulator N031SR 3.5 SIM Power Operations 2NI703 Classroom N032CR 2.5 LP Simulator N032SR 3.5 SIM Power Operations 2NI703 Classroom N033CR 2.5 LP Simulator N033SR 3.5 SIM Diagnostic Skills 4 LP Primary to Secondary Thermal Mismatch 2AO708 A081SR 4 SIM Self Study XX00CR 8 Study Written Examination ZZ01CR 4 E Review 4 Plant Shutdown to Hot Standby 2NI704 Classroom N041CR 2.5 LP Simulator N041SR 3.5 SIM Hot Standby Minimum Load N042CR 3 Simulator N042SR 3 Plant Shutdown from Hot Standby to Cold Shutdown 2NI705 Classroom N051CR 2.5 LP Simulator N051SR 3.5 SIM Plant Shutdown from Hot Standby to Cold Shutdown 2NI705 Classroom N052CR 2.5 LP Simulator N052SR 3.5 SIM SD from Hot Standby to Cold Shutdown N053CR 3 Simulator N053SR 3 Cold Shutdown Operations 2NI706 Classroom N061CR 2.5 LP Simulator N061SR 3.5 SIM Cold Shutdown Operations 2NI706 Classroom N062CR 2.5 LP Simulator N062SR 3.5 SIM




Group 1 (Continued) Group 2

CATEG TITLE LP # ENCOD HOU TYP EPOS IPPO Cold Shutdown Operations N063CR 3 (5 Weeks)

Simulator N063SR 3 Group 1 Group 2

CATEG TITLE LP # ENCODE HOURS

TYPE

ADMIN Shutdown Nuclear Safety (Reference 10.1.9.5) 2LC718 L181CR 4 LP Simulator Practice LSMTIM 4 SIM Operator E-Plan Training 0RP194 L001CR 4 LP Simulator Practice LSMTIM 4 SIM 10CFR50.54 Conditions of License 2LC722 L122CR 4 LP Simulator Practice LSMTIM 4 SIM Notification & Reporting of Significant Events ORE101 4DRE01 4 LP Simulator Practice LSMTIM 4 SIM Simulator Exam ZZSIMR 4 E

CR AOIs Loss of SFP Cooling (Reference 10.1.9.7) 2AO723 A231CR 3 LP EPOS

Refueling Accidents 2AO720 A201CR 4 LP (5 Weeks)

Severe Weather 2AO728 A281CR 2 LP

Operator Actions During Security Events 2A0725 A251CR 4 LP

Shutdown from Outside Control Room 2AO702 A021CR 3 LP

Intro to JPMs / Practice (ZZ2003) 8

Simulator / Plant JPMs OPSJPM 8

AOIs Introduction to EOIs 2EO701 E011CR 8 LP

Operations Special Focus Training 2RP545 R54501 2 LP

R54501 30 SIM

SPTA & RTR (E021CR) 4

SPTA 2EO712 E011SR 4 SIM

SPTA Practice Day 2 EO12SR

SPTA Practice Day 3 EO13SR

RTR 2EO719 E121SR 4 SIM

SPTA w/malfunctions 4

Emergency Boration/Inadvertent Dilution/Boration 2AO711 A111CR 2 LP

Inadvertent Dilution / Boration A111SR 2 SIM

Misaligned CEA 2AO713 A131CR 2 LP

A131SR 2 SIM

Loss of Instrument Air 2AO705 A051CR 2 LP

A051SR 2 SIM

Fire 2AO721 A211CR 2 LP

A211SR 2 SIM

Condenser Salt Leak 2AO709 A091CR 2 LP

Loss of Condenser Vacuum 2AO710 A101CR 2 LP

A101SR 2 SIM

Conservative Decision Making 2PO703 CT03SR 4 SIM

Earthquake 2AO703 A031CR 2 LP

A031SR 1 SIM

Loss of Non-1E Instrument Buses 2AO719 A191CR 2 LP

A191SR 3 SIM

Loss of Control Room Annunciators 2AO722 A221CR 1 LP

A221SR 1 SIM

Operations during Major System Disturbances (Ref 10.1.9.3) 2AO704 A041CR 3 LP

A041SR 3 SIM

Loss of Power to a AC Bus 2AO726 A261CR 4 LP

A261SR 4 SIM

RCP Seal Failure 2AO706 A061CR 2 LP

A061SR 2 SIM

Loss of CCW / SWC 2AO707 A071CR 2 LP

A071SR 2 SIM






TYPE EPOS

AOIs Recovery from an Inadvertent SIAS / CIAS 2AO717 A171CR 1 LP (5 Weeks)

A171SR 1 SIM

Reactor Protection System Failure 2AO718 A181CR 2 LP

A181SR 3 SIM

Pressurizer Pressure and Level Control Malfunctions 2AO727 A271CR 4 LP

A271SR 4 SIM

RCS Leak 2AO714 A141CR 4 LP

A141SR 4 SIM

FWCS Malfunctions 2AO724 A241CR 4 LP

A241SR 4 SIM

Self-Study XX00CR 8 Study

Written Examination ZZ04CR 4 E

Review 4

Simulator Practice LSMTIM 8

Simulator Practice LSMTIM 8

Simulator AOI Exam (ZZ0ZSR) 8

Group 1 Group 2


TYPE

MCD / TAA Mitigating Core Damage (References 10.1.9.1 & 10.1.9.4) 2LC750 L150CR 4 LP EPOS

Mitigating Core Damage 2LC750 L250CR 4 LP (5 Weeks)

PRA / Safety Monitor (optional) 2TA700 T001CR 4 LP

Introduction to Transients Analysis 2TA701 T011CR 4 LP

SPTA 2TA702 T021CR 2 LP

Loss of Coolant Accident 2TA704 T041CR 3 LP

Steam Generator Tube Rupture 2TA705 T051CR 3 LP

Excess Steam Demand Event 2TA706 T061CR 3 LP

Loss of Feedwater Flow 2TA707 T071CR 3 LP

Loss of Forced Circulation 2TA708 T081CR 3 LP

Station Blackout 2TA709 T091CR 3 LP


Written Examination ZZ03CR 4 E

Review 4

EOIs LOCA 2EO703 E031CR 12 LP

EOI Attachments 2EO711 EO01CR 2 LP

SGTR 2EO704 E041CR 8 LP

LOCA 2EO713 E131SR 4 SIM

SGTR 2EO714 E141SR 4 SIM

ESDE 2EO705 E051CR 8 LP

LOFW 2EO707 E061CR 4 LP

ESDE 2EO715 E151SR 4 SIM

LOFW 2EO717 E171SR 4 SIM

LOFC / LOOP 2EO706 E071CR 4 LP

Station Blackout 2EO709 EO81CR 4 LP

LOOP / LOFC 2EO716 E161SR 4 SIM

Station Blackout 2EO720 E020SR 4 SIM

Functional Recovery 2EO708 E091CR 8 LP

SFSC 2EO710 E010CR 4 LP

Functional Recovery 2EO718 E181SR 16 SIM

Extended SGTR 2EO724 E241CR 2 LP

E241SR 8 SIM

Loss of Shutdown Cooling 2AO715 A151CR 2 LP

A151SR 2 SIM





CATEG TITLE LP # ENCODE

HOURS

TYPE

EPOS (5 Weeks)

EOIs SAMG SAMGIL 4 LP


Written Exam ZZ00CR 4

Review (EOI Simulator Exam) 4

AUDIT W/U

Exam-type Scenarios 2PS701

JPM Walkdowns in-plant

Written Exam ZZ05CR E

Simulator Exam ZZ07SR E

JPM Exam ZZ08CR E

Pre Audit Oral Board E

AUDIT 1 week

NRC W/U Exam-type Scenarios (LP 2PS701) 4

JPM Walkdowns in-plant 4

Practice Written Exam Week 1 Friday

Simulator Assessment Week 2 Friday

Practice JPM Exam Week 3 Friday

Simulator Assessment Week 4 Thursday

NRC

EXAM

1 week

NOTES

1. Since any SRO instant candidate could be examined in any control room position, ensure that all candidates rotate throughout the Audit and NRC Work up scenarios in each position. This will enhance the candidate’s overall proficiency.

2. The Audit and NRC Simulator Examination workup period will consist of

running scenarios designed to prepare the candidates for an NRC style examination as well as remediate any individual weaknesses (ACAD 07-002). Lesson plan 2PS701 should be the primary lesson plan utilized. (202083352-CA0002) Additional lesson plans that may be utilized include programmatic AOI and EOI lesson plans already covered or approved LOCT lesson plans covered in the last cycle if they meet the intent of ILT examination preparations.




CATEG TITLE LP # ENCODE(S) HOUR

S

TYPE

POST

NRC

Work Process Control 2WC100 WC100R 12 LP

Fire Technical Advisor and walkthrough 2FT100

FT100R

3FDDINT 6 LP

General EP Review (CBT) N/A 710000 varies CBT

Classification Ops 2/3 (CBT) N/A EPTDEC varies CBT

Quality Assurance Training (CBT) N/A CBTQAF varies CBT

Licensed Operator Continuing Training (LOCT) select topics

*

Various* ACADXX TBD* Various*

B5B Mitigation Strategies and walkthrough [NN 201509951] RQ0832

RQ0832 T4118

8 LP

Operational Risk Assessment- SRO ONLY 2RP544 RQ1023 2 LP

SRO Refueling Training REFSRO REFSRO 4 LP

Immediate Operability Determination S50701 S50701 4 LP

Supervisory Skills- SRO ONLY 2SST00 2ST00C 8 LP

OPS Specific 10 CFR 50.59 Applicability- SRO ONLY

[CAPR 201378245-CA0010] S59017 S59017 2 LP

* This includes License Operator Continuing Training (LOCT) that was not conducted during the course of the Initial License

Training Program. Examples of items that may require to be trained on include:

Recent INPO Industry Event Reports (IERs)

Plant Modifications

Changes to Operations Standards

Major procedure changes

Priority Readings

Red Badge Training

Any applicable mandated training (Site or Operations) A task shall be assigned to the LOCT Supervisor to ensure that LOCT Gap training is tracked throughout the ILT class period.

Operations Division Requirements: The following shall be scheduled in the weeks following the NRC Examination

and GAP training and completed sometime after at a time to be determined.

1. INPO Operations Supervisor Professional Development Seminar (SRO Only)*: Course description (Encode

INPSUP). Generate a Notification and Assign to the Operations Manager to ensure that this is completed within one year of the start date.

2. Emergency Plan Qualification Walkthroughs for Reactor Operators (Operations Leader: 7J1QWT) and Senior Reactor Operators (SM/CRS: 72AQWT): Hand out these qualification walkthroughs after verifying prerequisites are met.

3. Work Process Control Qualification: IF this additional qualification is required or desired, THEN hand out the appropriate documentation required to be completed to support the qualification. Verify the prerequisites are met.

4. Refueling Qualification: IF this additional qualification is required or desired, THEN hand out the appropriate documentation required to be completed to support the qualification. Verify the prerequisites are met.

5. Completion of the RO/SRO Activation Card or equivalent: This will outline Operations Division requirements to complete in order to activate recent NRC license. This may include the following:

a. Pre-determined number of ADDITIONAL under-instruction watches b. NRC exam weaknesses remediated and addressed c. Supervisor walkthrough d. Any additional items determined by the Operations Manager




NOTE

For equivalent encodes from previous programs, see the Training Program Description (TPD) in SAP history for the time frame desired. A search of the following TPDs may be necessary:

SO123-XXI-1.11.4 (for GFES encodes)

SO123(or SO23)-XXI-1.11.5 (for RO or SRO encodes)

SO123(or SO23)-XXI-1.11.6 (for SRO encodes)

ENCODE DESCRIPTION NOTES

TPD33B Plant Systems Course Completion This encode shall be given after a candidate has attained all the required encodes in the Plant Systems segment in addition to successfully passing the Systems Comprehensive Final Exam and the Reactor Startup Certification. License candidates are required to have this encode prior to being allowed to perform Reactivity Control Manipulations in the plant.

LSMTIM INITIAL LICENSE SIMULATOR TIME This encode should be given to the candidates and instructor, along with the appropriate time, for every simulator session.

ZX01CR REMEDIAL TRAINING

ZY01CR REMEDIAL TRAINING EXAMINATION

ACOREV ACADEMIC REVIEW BOARD

OBSTIM Observation Time

ADMJPM Admin/Simulator JPM Exam

ZQTS01 Technical Specification Quiz Tech Spec Quizzes will be given at a periodicity determined by the ILT Supervisor throughout the training program

ZZQG01 General Quiz General Quizzes may be given throughout the training program

LTROXX COMPLETION OF PRE-LICENSE (LICENSE OBTAINED - RO)

XX = the last two digits of the year the License was obtained.

LTSOXX COMPLETION OF PRE-LICENSE (LICENSE OBTAINED - SRO)

XX = the last two digits of the year the License was obtained.

GENFUN NRC GENERIC FUNDAMENTALS EXAM Attainment is P/F with score.

SONGFPE SONGS GENERIC FUNDAMENTALS EXAM Resets 2-year clock. Attainment is a P/F with score.

0EX122 FUNDAMENTALS COMPREHENSIVE FINAL EXAM

Attainment is P/F with score.

2FES 01 RO Under Instruction/EPOS Encode to document RO EPOS time.

4FES 01 SRO Under Instruction EPOS Encode to document SRO EPOS time.


Initial License Program Mentor Duties and Responsibilities and Mentor Turnover Checklist


On-Shift Mentors Interact with the candidates while on OJT to ensure they receive all of the coaching and assistance they need to:

Successfully perform Reactivity Control Manipulations.

Properly document all Reactivity Control Manipulations and Under Instruction / EPOS hours.

Successfully complete their assigned Qualification Guide.

Understand the operation of the plant, both from an administrative point of view and an integrated plant systems point of view.

Understand the need to use diverse indications, particularly of critical parameters.

Ensure candidates are getting quality checkouts from most knowledgeable people available.

Support the performance/practice of in-plant JPMs with coordination of the training mentor. Document focus areas where Training can help the candidate improve performance on performance improvement forms. Communicate with the Training Mentor to determine focus areas that can be reinforced while on OJT and to convey documented focus areas noted during OJT that will be reinforced in Pre-License Training. Maintain contact with Training Mentor either in person (preferable) OR via email during Simulator Training to ensure continuity of mentoring and free-flow exchange of information on training and performance improvement needs. Ensure the Shift Manager and Supervisor, Initial Operator Training, are copied on all emails between mentors. Complete Mentor Turnover Checklist (Attachment 6) during the Mentor Turnover. Meet with the Shift Manager regularly to discuss candidate progress, needs, and milestones.




Training Mentors Regularly interact with the candidates while they are in Training (should also keep in contact while they are doing OJT in the plant) to ensure they have all the assistance they need to be successful. Observe the candidates and get feedback from other instructors to monitor candidate performance and behaviors. Intervene with the candidate as described in Section 6.3.4 for “Graded Approach to Intervention for Candidate Performance Issues.” Maintain contact with On-Shift Mentor either in person (preferable) or via email during EPOS and Simulator to ensure continuity of mentoring and free-flow exchange of information on training and performance improvement needs. Ensure the Shift Manager and Supervisor, Initial Operator Training, are copied on all emails between mentors. Meet with the Shift Manager regularly to discuss candidate progress, needs, and milestones. Complete Mentor Turnover Checklist (Attachment 6) during the Mentor Turnover. Prepare performance improvement forms for on-shift mentors.




Mentor Turnover Checklist Once a candidate starts Under Instruction Watchstanding/EPOS time, there shall be a formal turnover between the on-shift mentor and the training mentor. When a candidate is sent to the plant to stand under instruction watches or EPOS, the Training Mentor shall provide a turnover to the On- Shift mentor. Similarly, when a candidate returns to classroom and Simulator training, the On-Shift Mentor will provide a turnover to the Training Mentor. This Mentor Turnover Checklist shall be forwarded to the Supervisor, Initial License Training (or designee) at the completion of each segment of Under Instruction/EPOS and classroom/Simulator. Training Mentor to On-Shift Mentor turnover- At a minimum, the following performance shall be discussed: CANDIDATE NAME:___________________________

1. Classroom performance (include any written examination results): __________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

2. Simulator performance:

a. Technical ability (include and performance examination results): _________________________

________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

b. Operator Fundamentals & Human Performance: _____________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

c. Overall strengths and weaknesses (focus areas for improvement): _______________________

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

3. Other relevant performance related topics: _____________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________




On-Shift Mentor to Training Mentor Turnover – At a minimum, the following performance shall be discussed: CANDIDATE NAME:___________________________

1. On-Shift performance:

a. Under-instruction watch performance: ______________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

b. Extra Person On Shift (EPOS) OJT/TPE performance (include details of any failed TPE):______

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

2. Operator Fundamentals & Human Performance:_________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

3. Overall strengths and weaknesses (focus areas for improvement):__________________________

___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

4. Other relevant performance related topics:

________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________


Initial Licensed Operator Training Trainee Periodic Performance Evaluation Form


Refer to the following Portal link for the most current form.

Portal > SONGS Tools and Resources > NTD

Division Info & Reference/NTD/NTD Policies & Forms/NTD Forms/NTD Internal Forms/SO23-XXI-TPD-ILT Att 7a (RO) and SO23-XXI-TPD-ILT Att 7b (SRO).


Initial License Class Checklist


This checklist ensures that all actions required in accordance with procedures and regulations to be performed in the Licensing of selected candidates are completed. As such, the following guidance shall be adhered to:

Unless specifically stated in the checklist below, no actions are to be omitted without prior approval of the Manager, Operations Training.

The individual completing the applicable action shall annotate as such by initialing in the “DONE” column next to that action.

Due Dates will be reviewed by the Supervisor, Initial Operator Training. The Supervisor, Initial Operator Training, shall initiate this checklist six months prior to the start of the Initial Training Course.

ACTION DUE DATE DONE

CONTROL ROOM SYSTEMS SECTION

SIX MONTHS PRIOR TO GFES CLASS START DATE

1. ENSURE Instant SRO Candidates are assigned to shift to complete SRO Instant Familiarization Guides (Recommendation)

DURING THE THREE MONTHS PRIOR TO CLASS START DATE

2. ENSURE Reactor Operator and Senior Reactor Operator Task List Reviews are current, including determination of training venues

INCORPORATE any program changes into VISION

IF changes affect any Qualification Guide, THEN PRINT a new copy of the applicable Qualification Guide for routing and approval (N/A if no changes made to Qual Guide)

3. DRAFT detailed schedule for next Control Room Systems (CRS) class (to ILT CRC for review)

4. SUBMIT detailed Control Room Systems (CRS) schedule to the Curriculum Review Committee (CRC) for approval

5. PERFORM peer-check of candidate selection prior to program entry: Candidates meet minimum entry requirements

6. CONTACT Operations Training Coordinator to ensure all SRO Candidates have been scheduled to complete all courses required for Supervisory Skills training attainment

SIX WEEKS PRIOR TO START OF SYSTEMS TRAINING

7. SET UP time and facilities at the beginning of class to invite the

wives / husbands / significant others to come in for an introduction to the License program; this should include a tour of the simulator and classroom facilities, a discussion of what they should expect, and a catered luncheon; Operations and Training Management should attend (Recommendation)





8. ASSIGN Instructors for classroom topics and simulator duties

NOTE

For Simulator instruction, instructor (which includes Machine Operator) to candidate ratio should be 1:1 with a maximum of 3 instructors per crew. Exceptions to maintaining this ratio can be considered for Plant startup and shutdown training.

9. ASSIGN Instructor(s) to develop / oversee development and implement

Audit and NRC Exams (Initiate Exam Project Plan) Instructor Name(s): __________________________________

10. CONDUCT briefing with all assigned instructors

11. DIRECT Operations Training Analyst to post Training Schedules on the NTD Portal and update the Master Schedule

NOTES

Coordinate with the Requal, Simulator Support, and Engineering Training groups for this action

To ensure exam integrity, schedule Audit Exam and NRC Exam Validations during separated time frames.

12. RESERVE classroom and simulator resources for duration of class

ONE WEEK PRIOR TO THE START OF SYSTEMS TRAINING

13. SET UP computer files for the class, including: Examination results on a network drive accessible by Operations

Management

Candidate Performance Improvement Plan worksheets for each candidate

14. REQUEST Operations Management to brief the class on expectations and policies at the class start date

15. SET UP the classroom

16. ENSURE Instant SRO candidates have completed their SRO Instant Familiarization Guide (Recommended)

17. ASSIGN On-shift and Training Mentors for each candidate

18. SCHEDULE, as a minimum, an Operations Management representative, a Training Supervisory team representative, and the SRO Mentor to conduct Oral Boards





AT START OF SYSTEMS TRAINING

19. INTRODUCE class, Instructors, and Management

20. DISCUSS the following:

NUREG 1021 Requirements

Operations & Training Expectations (including Class Policies)

Class Schedule (ensure each candidate has a copy)

How to prepare for and take exams (provide handout)

Establish 3 or 4 person teams. Randomly select team leads. IF anyone fails, THEN the entire team goes to a review board. This encourages teambuilding.

DURING SYSTEMS TRAINING

21. Pre-Exam Activities (prior to each periodic exam):

ENSURE instructors have validated all applicable exam bank

questions

ENSURE exam is developed, reviewed, and approved

PERFORM an audit of class encode attainments

ENSURE each candidate is scheduled to make-up any missed training

22. Post-Exam Activities (immediately after each periodic exam):

UPLOAD Exam results on network drive

ENSURE Training Mentors perform detailed review of exam with assigned candidate(s) and document weaknesses

DETERMINE if intervention necessary based on performance

NOTIFY Management of results and of any necessary intervention

23. PROVIDE a report to Management on the progress and performance of each candidate after each periodic exam (approximately biweekly)

24. ENSURE the candidates have all Red Badge training scheduled prior to the start of Pre-license training. The intent is to have all candidates qualified Red Badge throughout the duration of the class. This is training defined as anything required to be able to stand watch under instruction or enter the Radiologically Controlled Area (RCA).

PRE-LICENSE SECTION

DURING WEEK PRIOR TO COMMENCING UNDER INSTRUCTION / EPOS / SIMULATOR TRAINING

25. CREATE an individual development plan for each candidate based

upon academic performance and on-shift performance. ENSURE the development plan is communicated to the on-shift and training mentors for each candidate. (ACE Corrective Action NN 201260980)





26. RUN Simulator Instructor JIT training to reinforce management expectations and to agree on operational and instructional strategies.

27. DISCUSS standards and expectations for Under Instruction/EPOS and Simulator Training with the candidates, including documentation requirements in accordance with SO123-0-A1 and NUREG 1021.

28. SEND an email to each Shift Manager stating the names of the candidates who are allowed to perform Reactivity Control Manipulations based on attainment of the Plant Systems Course Completion encode (TPD33B). Also, COMMUNICATE the importance of the on-shift crew’s support during Under Instruction/EPOS to the Shift Manager and request that he reinforces that to his crew

29. ENSURE/SCHEDULE using Operations Scheduler, all license candidates required General Employment Training (GET) will remain current through the end of class.

DURING PRE-LICENSE TRAINING (UNDER INSTRUCTION / EPOS / SIMULATOR)

30. Pre-Exam Activities (prior to each periodic exam):

ENSURE instructors have validated all applicable exam bank questions

ENSURE exam is developed, reviewed, and approved

PERFORM an audit of class encode attainments

ENSURE each candidate is scheduled to makeup any missed training

31. Post-Exam Activities (immediately after each periodic exam):

UPLOAD Exam results on network drive

ENSURE Training Mentors perform detailed review of exam with assigned candidate(s) and document weaknesses

DETERMINE if intervention is necessary based on performance

NOTIFY Management of results and of any necessary intervention

32. PROVIDE a report to Management on the progress and performance of each candidate after each periodic exam (approximately biweekly)

WITHIN SIX MONTHS OF NRC EXAM DATE

33. CONTACT the Operations Scheduling Analyst to ensure candidate

Physicals are scheduled

34. DETERMINE number of Industry Peer Examiners needed for the Audit Exam and contact Westrain (or equivalent industry group) for support

35. SET UP NRC Licensee Recognition Dinner to be held within one month after NRC Exam results published




ACTION

DUEDATE DONE

TWO MONTHS PRIOR TO NRC EXAM DATE

36. OBTAIN all required information and documentation from each

candidate to complete the License Applications (NRC Form 398), including:

Personal information (name, address, birth date, etc.)

Past docket numbers

Completed Reactivity Control Manipulations documentation

Completed EPOS hours documentation

Completed Qualification Guide, NOT including chair time and final signatures.

Audit report showing attainment of all required course encodes

45 DAYS PRIOR TO NRC EXAM DATE

37. DISCUSS with Management the need to limit changes to Operations

procedures and to “freeze” the procedures in the simulator (establish freeze date)

38. DETERMINE any Plant Changes or Operating Event Training that needs to be made up by the candidates after the NRC Exam is complete (Post NRC Exam activities)

NOTES

Non-Certified Applications are due to the NRC 30 days prior to the NRC Exam date.

Certified Applications are due to the NRC 2 weeks prior to the NRC Exam date.

39. SUBMIT Non-Certified Applications (unsigned Form 398) to Licensing for review

THREE WEEKS PRIOR TO NRC EXAM DATE (OR IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING AUDIT EXAM)

40. CONDUCT NRC Exam Eligibility Board to determine candidates that are

ready to participate in the NRC License Exam

41. SUBMIT Certified Applications (Form 398 signed by Training Management) to Licensing for review and approval by the Site Vice President and Station Manager




ACTION

DUEDATE DONE

POST-NRC EXAM

NOTE

The GAP training schedule and resources shall be identified prior to the NRC examination.

42. CONDUCT GAP training and determine the RO/SRO activation requirements: See Attachment 5 for details on required topics and activation requirements. Coordinate with LOCT Supervisor to determine the LOCT topics that are required.

43. WRITE NN’s for any area for improvement (AFI) identified by the NRC Exam

Notification # for remediation of candidates on AFIs:

Notification # for program changes based on AFIs:

44. CONDUCT end-of-course debrief

45. CLEAN and RESTORE ILT classroom

46. PREPARE and ISSUE a class roll-up report within 1 month (finalize when results are known); USE the Program Log to assist in the roll-up

THREE TO SIX MONTHS AFTER COURSE COMPLETION

47. CONDUCT Post Training Evaluation (PTE) in accordance with

SO23-XXI-EVA

48. WRITE an appropriate cause evaluation Notification for any of the following:

Any individual dropped from the program (DCE)

Any metric in Section 6.3.7.4 of the main body of the procedure being Yellow, OR to address any generic issues identified by the NRC (ACE)

Any metric in Section 6.3.7.4 of the main body of the procedure being Red, or to address repeat NRC generic issues (RCE)

Notification #:

49. DOCUMENT PTE and CREATE Notifications for any program changes

Notification #:


Initial License Training Requirements


At the beginning of the RO / SRO Initial Training Program, each trainee is required to sign the Operator Initial License Training Requirements Acknowledgment Form located in Attachment 10 of this procedure, to acknowledge the information presented in this attachment. This is done to ensure each trainee is fully aware of the criteria for successful completion of the program.

EXAMINATIONS

NOTE

Cheating on an examination is prohibited and may lead to disciplinary actions up to and including termination.

Possession of Exam Related Materials All Initial Training programs, including Initial License, have "closed" exam banks. This means that the questions in the bank cannot be disseminated. The NRC depends on us to maintain the integrity of those banks so that they can use those questions on their NRC Exams. Closed banks also allow the Training Department to accurately assess student knowledge on required material without having to wonder whether the student knows the answer because they have memorized the questions. Students in Initial Training programs shall NOT have any exams, exam questions, or any other exam-related materials in their possession, nor have access to those materials, at any time during their enrollment in the program. There are, however, certain materials that are published and are acceptable, but only in their published format, as follows:

Past NRC Exams printed directly from the NRC website, with identifying webpage information on its header

'A' Bank and 'B' Bank questions printed directly from the NTD Operations Training website, with identifying webpage information on its header

Questions from the Generic Fundamentals Exam bank

CPS or Workbook questions given out by the instructional staff IF you are unsure about whether something in your possession is permissible or not, THEN ask an NTD Supervisor. Please note the intent of this policy is not to create hardships for those trying to be successful in an Initial Training Program, but rather to more clearly define what is acceptable and what is not. In the past, there have been consequences to individuals based on unclear expectations and this policy is intended to rectify that. IF, as a student, you feel that you will not be successful in a program because of not being able to study test questions, THEN you should let the Training Department and your Supervisor know so that a plan can be worked out to help you.




Types of Examinations There are two types of examinations given during Initial License Training - Written Exams and Operating Exams. The paragraphs that follow describe each type of examination in detail. Both types of exams are also given during the Audit and NRC Examinations, which is described in SO123-XXI-8.5 (Reference 10.1.4.5). Written Exams Three types of written examinations may be administered during the program - periodic, comprehensive and remedial examinations. Further guidance in the development and administration of written exams is given in SO23-XXI-IMP. (Reference 10.1.4.4) Periodic examinations are scheduled at the discretion of the Training Supervisor for the purpose of evaluating the trainees' retention of program content. The examination will be divided into two sections. The main section will test the objectives covered since the previous periodic exam. The other will be a review section, which will makeup approximately 10 to 30% of the entire examination. The review section will be comprised of test questions from topics covered by the previous periodic exam's main section. Students will be required to achieve at least an 80% score overall (both sections combined) to pass the examination. Comprehensive examinations evaluate the trainees' overall retention of course content up to the point of the examination. Initial Training Comprehensive examinations include a Control Room Systems exam and a Pre-Audit exam. Students will be required to achieve at least an 80% score to pass the examination. Remedial examinations are given to re-evaluate a student's mastery of objectives after a failure of an examination (scoring less than 80%) and after required remediation actions are completed as a result of that failure. Any valid written exam question that is missed by greater than 30% of the class participants should be identified with a notification to assess for generic class issues or program weaknesses. (CA 800293745-0020)

NOTE

The overall periodic examination requirements still also apply.

The course average for Initial License Training is the running average for all periodic and comprehensive written exams given in Control Room Systems and Pre-License. Failing scores are to be averaged with other examination scores. Remedial examination scores are NOT averaged with other examination scores and are considered pass / fail only.




Operating Exams Periodic Simulator Examinations are scheduled per the Supervisor, Operations Training for the purpose of evaluating the trainees' retention of course content. A member of Operations Management, or their designee, should observe simulator exams. Examinations shall be graded as either Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory. An unsatisfactory evaluation is considered a failure. Students failing a simulator exam shall be required to pass a remedial simulator exam. Periodic JPM / walk-through Examinations should be scheduled per the Supervisor, Operations Initial Training for the purpose of evaluating the trainees' retention of course content. Examinations will be graded as pass / fail. An examination failure occurs if a trainee scores less than 80% on a JPM set OR fails the walk-through.

EXAMINATION FAILURES Upon failure of any examination, the following steps shall be taken:

The Supervisor, Operations Initial Training or designee, shall determine whether the student meets the criteria for academic review (see the criteria in Section 6.3.5 for Academic Review).

IF an academic review is NOT required, THEN the Initial Training Supervisor, or designee, will interview the trainee to determine specific causes or weaknesses contributing to the failure and provide on-the-spot coaching or counseling.

The Supervisor, Operations Initial Training or designee, shall assign instructor or mentor guided or directed self-study remedial training based on the results of the interview, along with instructor feedback and the test item analysis from the failed exam.

Create a remedial exam.

After completion of the remedial training, the student must pass a remediation examination as described above before continuing to the next section, course, audit or NRC exam.

The remedial examination will typically be a separate exam covering areas of weaknesses on the final exam. The remediation exam should cover a sampling of the same objectives that were identified weak areas on the failed examination.

The same remediation examination can be given to multiple individuals based on combined weak areas. Successful completion of a remediation exam is a score of at least 80% on a combination of the main section, the review section, and the remedial section.




ACADEMIC REVIEWS IF an academic review is required, THEN an Academic Review Board will be scheduled and will include at least one representative from Operations Management (an Operations Manager, or Assistant Manager), and the Manager of Operations Training, or designee (a Supervisor of Operations Training). The trainee requires an Academic Review when any ONE of the following criteria is met:

Failure of any two examinations

Failure of a remedial examination

An overall course average less than 85% (after three exams have been completed)

Failure of any simulator evaluation

Failure of a comprehensive examination

Failure of any portion of the Audit Exam

Failure of any portion of the NRC Exam

Marginal simulator performance as observed by Operations Management and Operations Training

Continued performance or behavioral deficiencies that have not been corrected through lower levels of intervention

The Academic Review Board should convene as soon as practical after it is determined that a trainee has met the criteria. The purpose of the Board is to evaluate the trainee's progress in the program and to determine a course of action based on that evaluation. This may be anything from continuation in the program with identified remediation to removal from the program. Documentation of the Academic Review Board should be done using Form NTD-1.11.5-1 (Reference 10.1.5.1).


Operator Initial License Training Requirements Acknowledge Form


I, , certify that I have read and understand the criteria described in the Initial License Training Requirements attachment of SO23-XXI-TPD-ILT. I further acknowledge the following:

1. That obtaining a License requires a high degree of personal accountability and that I am responsible to ACTIVELY PARTICIPATE in my own training to ensure all goals and objectives are met.

2. That I will communicate my needs to the Nuclear Training Department in order to successfully

obtain a license.

3. That I will adhere to the Standards of Conduct and to Management Expectations.

4. That I will turn in any exam related materials to the Training Program Supervisor and that continued possession of any unauthorized examination materials or questions can lead to disciplinary action. Refer to the Attachment 9 section titled, “Possession of Exam Related Materials”, for additional information.

5. That I can be removed from the RO / SRO program for:

Insufficient academic performance (or other criteria) determined by an Academic Review.

Unethical conduct as described in Corporate HR Policy #301 (Reference 10.1.8.1).

Lack of satisfactory progress during Under Instruction/EPOS/OJT segments.

Accepted By: _________________________________________________________________

Signature Date


Under Instruction/EPOS/OJT Guidance


1.0 Upon completion of the Plant Systems Training, the trainees will be typically placed in one of two groups. One group will begin simulator training while the other group will start a combined phase of Under Instruction (U/I) / Extra Person on Shift (EPOS) / On-the-Job Training (OJT). The applicable sections of OSM-14 (Reference 10.1.7.2) will be reviewed with the trainees prior to starting U/I / OJT / EPOS. The following information applies to this segment:

1.1 The Under Instruction / EPOS time should NOT be entirely absorbed by OJT. The purpose of

Under Instruction / EPOS is to provide the trainees experience as a trainee in the position for which they are about to receive a license. Under Instruction watches / EPOS should be scheduled by the Operations Scheduler in conjunction with NTD. Time for performing OJT is NOT factored into the Simulator (or Pre-License) Training Segment; therefore, the majority of the OJT should be completed while on EPOS with some performed Under Instruction as long as it does not interfere with the roles and responsibilities at that watchstation. A license application cannot be submitted if 2JQ352 (Nuclear Control Operator) or 2JG401 (Control Room Supervisor) Qualification Guide is not complete.

1.2 A minimum number of hours spent as an Under Instruction watchstander are required based

on the qualification (RP, SRO Upgrade, SRO Instant). Each candidate shall stand the following number of 12 hour watches and document the completion in the qualification guide as well as provide a printout of the narrative log documenting the Under Instruction time:.

1.2.1 See section 7.0 of the following Qualification Guides for which Under Instruction

watches are required for each candidate based on qualification (RO, SRO Upgrade or SRO Instant).

2JQ352, Qualification Guide, Nuclear Control Operator

2JQ401, Qualification Guide, Control Room Supervisor

1.3 A minimum number of EPOS hours are required based on the qualification (RO, SRO Upgrade or SRO Instant). The number of EPOS hours required is as follows:

400 EPOS hours for SRO-Upgrades

352 EPOS hours for SRO-Instants

400 EPOS hours for ROs 2.0 The total number of hours as an Under Instruction (U/I) watch or as an EPOS will be equivalent to

520 hours (approximately 13 weeks). 240 hours (6 weeks) of this time must be on a reactor at greater than 20% power. These Under Instruction and EPOS hours are required to be completed prior to license submittal for all the candidates. A license application for these individuals cannot be submitted unless 520 hours of Under Instruction/EPOS time has been completed.

2.1 During the time scheduled for OJT and Under Instruction / EPOS the NCO (RO) and SRO-

Instant trainees need to also perform 5 significant reactivity control manipulations. Guidance for evolutions considered reactivity manipulations are included in OSM-14 (10.1.7.2) (this requirement has already been completed for SROUs when they initially licensed).




2.2 Completed EPOS documentation, per OSM-14 (Reference 10.1.7.2), should be provided to the

Manager, Operations Training. Completed Reactivity Manipulation Documentation, per OSM-14 (Reference 10.1.7.2), should be provided to the Supervisor, Operations Training. The appropriate Operations Supervisor should track the EPOS and Reactivity Manipulation requirements and forward the completed documentation to the Initial License Program Lead for Units 2 and 3.

2.2.1 The Program Lead should enter this documentation into T2000 once it is

determined each trainee has received the required Under Instruction / EPOS hours (240 hours of this time being spent on the reactor at greater than 20% power).

2.3 Candidates should use their time on shift to sharpen skills beyond what is called for in their

Qualification Guides. Examples include:

JPM walk-through using the published bank on the Operations Requal Training Web page (On-Shift Mentors should facilitate this)

Work Process Center area (Work Control) duties as they relate to NUREG K/A importance (Training Mentors should facilitate this)

LCOAR / EDMR entries for SRO candidates, in addition to paperwork reviews, logs, and Tech Spec focus

Standard Post Trip Action (SPTA) walk-through with shift personnel or On-shift Mentor

Locations of all controls/indications/overrides and purpose.

2.4 On a weekly basis, the candidate shall provide the ILT Coordinator (or designee) with the following information:

Qualification Guide Progress: number of OJT signatures and number of TPE signatures obtained for the week.

Number of Under Instruction hours stood, number of EPOS hours stood, and total number of on-shift hours for the week.

Reactivity manipulations performed- provide OSM-14, Attachment 1, CO log showing candidate under instruction and the magnitude of the power change, and a user trend showing the magnitude of power change over the date and time.




EPOS FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)

1. Can we work Overtime (OT) to ensure that we get the 520 hours? IF OT must be scheduled to complete the required Under Instruction / EPOS hours, THEN it will have to be approved by Operations Management and then carefully coordinated with Operations Scheduler. This should be done as early as possible upon identification of the need.

2. What is the Number One focus for us? Is it ensuring we get enough

Under Instruction / EPOS hours, or is it the outage? You are assigned to the Initial License class and therefore Under Instruction / EPOS, which includes getting the required number of hours, completing your Qual Guide, and getting in-plant Reactivity Manipulations, is your number 1 priority. This is the only time that you have to perform these tasks and they are required to be complete before submitting the License Applications.

3. Will we be forced on OT for NPEO jobs during an Outage?

You can be.

4. When we are on Relief Shift do we stay on Under Instruction / EPOS or are we NPEO's for plant support? Relief shift is part of your Under Instruction / EPOS time and you shouldn't be performing NPEO duties. You should be performing the Under Instruction / EPOS tasks listed in #2. The only time NPEO duties come into play is if you get forced.

5. Do we have to log in to the Control Operator’s (CO’s) log only when we’re standing a watch,

or for whenever we’re on Under Instruction / EPOS? You should log into the CO’s log at the beginning of your shift as an Under Instruction watchstander or EPOS, whether or not you are standing a watch. The hours only count when you are logged in. While logged in on Under Instruction / EPOS, you should NOT be performing any other function other than studying, performing NCO tasks, or getting OJT or TPE.




6. What do we send to Training to document our activities?

You should have the following original documents* sent to Training:

NOTE

Operations Scheduler will make a copy and send the original to Training, OR you can give the Operations Scheduler a copy and send the original to training yourself.

Reactivity Manipulation Records as they are completed (see the Reactivity Manipulation Guidance document for additional requirements)

The Qualification Guide when all of the signatures are complete, except for the final walkthrough and chair-time – make a copy of the walkthrough and chair-time pages and send the entire Qual Guide

EPOS Documentation Forms as they are completed

Under Instruction (U/I) documentation as they are completed (copy of logs)

* SMA-4 and SMA-5 forms are no longer active. These forms were developed as a result of RCE Corrective Action (AR 070601237-11 and NNs 200524158 and 200500173). Recent revisions to this Training Program Description have resulted in redundant and conflicting requirements:

SRO-Instant Job Familiarization Guide

Existing OJT/TPE in Qualifications Guides. Any items that were on these forms and NOT in the qualification guides (2JQ352 and 2JQ401) have been added.

The corrective action of adding these forms to the Training Program Description was based on low ILT throughput.

This Note shall remain here to demonstrate the intent of the corrective actions identified in the AR and NNs above are still being

carried out in this revised manner to ensure sustainability of the corrective actions within.

A GAP analysis was performed to determine what non-redundant actions remained. Those requirements associated with the Corrective Actions are transferred to the Qualification Guides (2JQ352 and 2JQ401) or the Pre-ILT Orientation Guide for Direct SROs (DIRSRO) where the RCE is referenced.


Initial License Training Program Oral Boards


Oral Boards are conducted periodically throughout the Initial Licensed Training Program. These boards are conducted for two reasons:

1) To assess a candidate’s knowledge level and thereby identify areas of topics for the candidate to apply greater focus to capture essential information. The identified gaps in knowledge can be studied and reinforced in subsequent training, whether on-shift during Under Instruction / EPOS or in any appropriate training setting.

2) To explore the depth of knowledge or missing knowledge as a follow up to the

remediation process. Oral boards in this program are nominally conducted with Line and Training personnel making up the board. Generally most questions will be pre-scripted; however, additional questions may be used to explore the depth of any identified issues. The boards are a diagnostic tool to assess a candidate’s level of knowledge and shall be used as an evaluation tool to determine the candidate’s preparedness for final examinations in each segment of training identified below. It allows weak areas to be identified and remediated prior to taking the final examination. There should be at least two Oral Boards conducted for each candidate in the Initial License Program. (CA 800293745-0020):

The first Oral Board shall be administered toward the completion of Control Room Systems training to assess the candidates overall mastery of basic Control Room System knowledge. This will gage the candidate’s preparedness to take the Control Room Systems Comprehensive Final Examination.

The second Oral Board shall be administered as an added preparation for the Audit Examination and given during this examination workup period.

Oral Board conduct and quorum shall be in accordance with SO23-XXI-IMP (Reference 10.1.4.4).


Candidate Selection Process


NOTE

The selection processes described in this attachment are intended to improve NRC exam throughput and program sustainability. (AR 070601237-5, 070601237-15, and NN 200500173)

NOTE

1. Since SRO Instant requirements are different and require a longer lead time than SRO Upgrade, SRO Instant candidates should enter a Familiarization Program prior to joining a particular class of candidates. This is a scheduling issue and is addressed under program scheduling requirements and timelines. This process is expected to normally take about 6 months to complete and is identified and driven by the Instant SRO Familiarization Qualification program (and associated Qualification Card)

2. However, based on an assessment done by Operations and Training jointly, each individuals program may and likely will vary based on experience and a training needs analysis. This may include required attendance in or a self study of (for example) Primary and Secondary Systems training in addition to the generic aspects of the SRO familiarization program.

RO Selection Process: In accordance with the Bargaining Unit Agreement, selection of Plant Equipment Operators (PEOs) to begin the initial Licensed training program is based on Company seniority. However, each PEO selected is allowed to “opt out” of the class per the contract.




SRO Selection Process: SRO candidates may take several different paths to become SRO. NRC rules are very specific for eligibility requirements and each viable path is addressed within the Initial SRO License Training Program description. With regard to the selection process for SROs, two generic paths are identified -- Instant SROs (did not obtain a site RO license) and Upgrade SROs (formerly Site specific licensed ROs).

1. The overall selection process consists of four parts. Part 1 is a nomination/application process. Part 2 is a screening process for SRO candidates. Part 3 consists of a Divisional interview. Part 4 is the final selection process for those who successfully complete the selection screening process -- (Parts 1-3).

SRO candidates who are successful, will be entrusted with directing Licensed Operators and have direct oversight and command and control of a multi-billion dollar facility and are entrusted with ensuring the plant is operated safely at all times and in accordance with our license and that the Health and Safety of the public is ensured at all times. This is a very demanding job and only the very best can be allowed to ascend to this position. It is a highly competitive and demanding job. Attaining an SRO License also is a first step toward the potential for attaining a Shift Manager position. The Shift Manager retains ultimate command authority over plant operations while on shift. It is the intent of this selection process to pick only those candidates who have the potential to ascend to this position. Thus, the selection and training programs must by nature of the job be very demanding. Only those who have a high degree of personal accountability and initiative and demonstrate an understanding of and internalization toward conservative decision making will succeed. This position also requires multi-tasking under stress, an ability to prioritize actions and make decisions under stress. An SRO on shift must also have a high degree of technical competence, and sound fundamentals in dealing with people, and teams. All of these traits and others will be measured as best we can during the selection process and a collective judgment made by a board of highly experienced Managers and Supervisors familiar with the job requirements.




Factors to Consider in Selection of SRO Candidates:

1. Demonstrated high level competence of Fundamentals by passing a Generic Fundamentals Exam (Technical Competence)

2. Measurement / Evaluation of the candidate’s command and control capability (RCE 070601237-15)

3. Profiles International or similar testing indicates likely to succeed as an on-shift SRO (soft skills

assessment)

4. Instant SRO preparatory course results (Instants)

5. Training performance in Requal (Upgrades) and observed supervisory skill capabilities Other Considerations for the Initial License Training (ILT):

1. Demonstrated commitment to superior organizational performance

2. Demonstrated consistent superior individual performance

3. Nomination/Recommendation by Division Managers

4. Minimum Eng 3 or SUP2 or equivalent training and experience The Minimum ILT Selection Board will consist of:

Site VP and Station Manager or Plant Manager

Operations Director

Manager of Plant Operations

Operations Training Manager

Optional members include the Supervisor of Initial Training, Cross-Functional Division Managers and a current Shift Manager

The ILT Selection Board will screen each candidate selected for initial license training. Consideration should be given to a variety of selection criteria to determine appropriate candidates are selected including: (ACE Corrective Action NN 201260980)

Previous academic performance in training

College transcripts

Recommendations from On shift supervision




Sequencing of the Selection Process:

1. Communications to the site seeking qualified applicants for the Instant SRO Program

2. Identification of Potential Candidates based on plant needs for next License Class

a. The pool of potential candidates is identified

b. The number of SRO Upgrades needed determined

c. The number of SRO Instants needed determined

3. Any additional Information needed by the Selection Board based on above factors will be prepared by NTD and Ops staff. This may also include background checks.

4. A selection board subcommittee will interview the pool of candidates.

5. The full selection board will meet, review the results of the entire screening process and select

those candidates who will be going forward and enter SRO License training.

6. Successful candidates will be offered positions in Operations and begin preps for attending Initial License Training.


Throughput


NOTES

1. Those Candidates attending the ILT course that are originally intended to only receive an SRO Certification instead of a license are NOT counted in throughput calculations. However, IF a candidate enters the program with the intent of licensing and later that goal is changed to a certification, THEN this does count against throughput.

2. IF a candidate fails any portion of the NRC license exam and joins a

subsequent class, THEN their performance in the subsequent class does not change the pass rate or throughput calculation for the original class.

3. IF a candidate fails any portion of the NRC license exam and takes a

remedial exam developed and administered separately from another ILT class, THEN performance on the remedial exam does NOT change the pass rate for the original class. The original failure still counts as an exam failure. However, IF the candidate passes the remedial exam and obtains an NRC license, THEN that result should be reflected in the throughput calculation for the original ILT class.

4. Throughput and pass rate calculations for a given ILT class are not final

until resolution of any exam challenges.

5. IF a candidate fails an NRC exam and enters a subsequent ILT class, THEN this is counted as a new start in the subsequent class just like any of the new candidates.

6. To increase throughput of RO candidates, selection of ANPEOs)

capable of passing the NRC exam is part of the new hiring process.

7. The elements of Throughput as defined in this attachment are designed to ensure that the long term goals for the Operations Department and NTD are met and are required to satisfy the corrective actions of RCE 070601237.

Throughput simply put, is a measure of output over input. In the case of Operations Training, the term throughput is often used to describe the overall effectiveness or efficiency of the training programs. In order to establish a consistent and meaningful metric which reflects training program health the following white paper will provide a definition of throughput. This definition will be used to communicate SONGS licensing results to the industry. The metrics and bases for those metrics are defined in order to measure the health of the Initial License Training Program. This will also serve as the basis for establishment of any corrective actions required within the ILT program to ensure a sustainable process of continuous improvement is in place. The essential elements of this process are measurable indicators of performance, gap analysis, initiation of corrective action evaluations, implementation of corrective actions, and effectiveness of reviews.


Throughput


Background: The Initial License Training (ILT) Program is a key element in the Operations 10-year Manning Plan which defines the Operations manning needs in support of site business goals. Hiring and training schedules and strategies are all built to support and feed the ILT program. The ILT program is built to complete license training requirements and produce NRC licensed operators in sufficient numbers and quality to: 1) support Operations manpower needs and 2) allow excess Operations licensed personnel to transition to other organizations in need of operations expertise. Thus, the health of this program must be tracked and undergo continuous analysis and improvement to ensure site goals are met. For any training program, the quality of the input plus the quality of the program, determines the results. In addition, because of the regulatory nature of this training program -- the NRC determines who is ultimately successful, thus tracking performance on the NRC exams is a required element. There are three key indicators of in the health of this program.

1. Overall throughput (Goal greater than 70%)

2. Academic throughput (Goal greater than 80%)

3. NRC License Exam throughput (Pass Rate) (Goal = 100%) Overall Throughput: This element must be tracked via metrics because it represents the overall efficiency of the program. It is a measure of the number of licenses obtained divided by the number of candidates starting the program. Anyone who enters the program occupies a seat in the class. Since the number of seats is limited, anyone not completing the course successfully impacts the efficiency of the program and the ability to meet site goals. Overall throughput includes all factors such as selection process/ability (who gets into the class) as well as performance in the class and factors which are not or may not be controllable (for example: a medical disability develops). Academic throughput: This element must be tracked via metrics because it represents the ability of the training programs to academically prepare a student to take the NRC exam. This is the key indicator for officially reporting throughput, because the term industry wide is most often used to determine if the training program is doing what is needed. This metric does NOT count personnel who leave the program for other than academic reasons. In other words, IF someone gets sick and therefore must withdraw from the program, THEN it is not counted against this metric. This metric represents the number of licenses obtained versus the number of candidates in the program less those removed for non-academic reasons. NRC Exam throughput (Pass Rate): This element measures success on the NRC exam itself. This is a key element because it relates to regulator margin and eligibility board decisions on readiness to be examined. This then correlates to SONGS standards of excellence and decision making.


Throughput


Process: Each element of the process is tracked as a metric and trended from class to class. Due to the nature of this metric being a measure of results, other metrics are established to provide more real time predictions. The two are compared following completion of the class to provide validation of short term metrics predictions and trends in support of the Operations 10-year plan. The throughput metrics are prepared following each license class and presented to a Review Board. The Review Board compares these numbers with real (Versus assumed) 10-year plan needs to determine actions (if any) that will be required as a result of the actual throughput. Summary: Three metrics established to measure throughput for each key element of the ILT program. Overall Throughput = Number of Licenses obtained by the class

Number of Students starting the class Academic Throughput = Number of Licenses Obtained by the class

Number of Students starting the class (less those removed for non-academic reasons

NRC Exam Throughput = Number of Licenses Obtained by the class

Number of Students taking the NRC Exam Overall throughput is utilized to help determine the health of the 10-year plan and should be compared to actual need versus assumed need (10-year plan has built in assumptions). Academic throughput is utilized to determine the health of the ILT training program and the ability to turn out strong licensed operators without factoring in elements not under training control. NRC Exam throughput is a measure of success on regulatory examinations and thus is also utilized to measure success of the NRC eligibility Board decisions.


Summary of Changes


Author: Scott Rua PAX: 83179 Location: E50

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Description of Change Reviewer(s) 50.59

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202083352-CA0002 Added Lesson Plan 2PS701 to Initial License Training Program Curriculum attachment

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ELECTRONICALLY REVIEWED / APPROVED BY:

COGNIZANT SUPERVISOR: George Pickar – NTD

REVIEWERS: Bill Lilly – NTD

John Davis – Operations

Dennis Brill – NTD (Info Only)

AUTHOR: Scott Rua – NTD

NUCLEAR OVERSIGHT (NOD): Russ Nielsen

NOD FINAL APPROVAL: Russ Nielsen

CFDM FINAL APPROVAL: Richard L. Davis – NTD

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