**NRC INSPECTION MANUAL** IPAB

MANUAL CHAPTER 1245

QUALIFICATION PROGRAM FOR THE OFFICE OF

NUCLEAR REACTOR REGULATION PROGRAMS

1245-01 PURPOSE

01.01 To define training and qualification requirements for inspectors
and operator licensing examiners performing activities in the Nuclear
Reactor Regulation (NRR) programs.

01.02 To establish the requirements for completing refresher and
continuing training as a means for updating and maintaining
qualification.

01.03 To establish the requirement and define the process for evaluating
the effectiveness of the inspector training and qualification process.

1245-02 OBJECTIVES

02.01 To ensure that inspectors and operator licensing examiners have
the necessary knowledge and skill to successfully implement the NRR
programs.

02.02 To ensure that the inspector training and qualification program
remains effective in preparing inspectors to implement the inspection
program.

1245-03 DEFINITIONS

03.01 [Attitude]{.underline}. A manner of performing tasks that
demonstrates an understanding of and an appreciation for the NRC=s
organizational values of integrity, excellence, service, respect,
cooperation, commitment, and openness.

03.02 [Basic Inspector Certification]{.underline}. A certification made
by the trainee=s supervisor which signifies that the individual has
successfully completed all basic level inspector training and
qualification activities. Achieving Basic Inspector Certification allows
an individual to perform limited scope inspection activities. Inspection
activities will be specifically assigned and are to be performed with an
appropriate degree of detailed supervision.

03.03 [Competency]{.underline}. The group of related knowledge, skills,
and attitudes describing the characteristics needed to perform
successfully as an inspector.

03.04 [Continuing Training]{.underline}. Activities designed to build on
what a trainee learned in initial training byC

a.  Providing more in-depth knowledge in areas that are covered in
    initial training.

b.  Addressing changes to the programs and processes that affect how NRC
    staff conducts job-related activities.

c.  Providing lessons learned from recent industry and agency
    activities.

03.05 [Basic-Level Training and Qualification]{.underline}. The
activities designed to provide newly hired staff with an awareness of
basic information related to the agency, the role of the inspector, and
the technology being regulated and to provide a context for the
development of proficiency as an inspector. Successful completion of
basic-level training leads to Basic Inspector Certification.

03.06 [Equivalency Examination]{.underline}. An examination administered
through the training organization or its contractors, in lieu of
specific course attendance.

03.07 [Full Inspector Qualification]{.underline}. A certification by the
regional administrator or office director, the basis of which is a
recommendation by the inspector qualification board. Full Inspector
Qualification indicates that the individual has completed the
ABasic-Level Training and Certification Journal@ contained in Appendix
A, the AGeneral Proficiency-Level Training and Qualification Journal@
contained in Appendix B, and one of the ATechnical Proficiency-Level
Training and Qualification Journals@ in Appendix C. Achieving Full
Inspector Qualification allows an individual to be assigned the full
scope of inspection related activities to be independently performed
with routine oversight and supervision.

03.08 [Initial Training and Qualification]{.underline}. The complete set
of training activities (individual-study, classroom, on-the-job
training) that covers the knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed to
successfully achieve Full Inspector Qualification.

03.09 [Inspector]{.underline}. An individual who conducts inspection
activities including individual or team inspections, examinations,
audits, or reviews. For the purpose of this manual chapter, requirements
for inspectors apply also to examiners unless specifically noted
otherwise.

03.10 [Knowledge]{.underline}. The facts, concepts, ideas, and
relationships that support successful on-the-job performance. Normally
referenced together with skills and attitudes and abbreviated as KSAs.

03.11 [On-the-job Training (OJT)]{.underline}. A training method that
uses structured hands-on activities to develop the required job-related
knowledge and skills.

03.12 [Post-Qualification Training]{.underline}. Training received after
qualification to supplement or enhance the professional development of
NRC staff. (See also Refresher Training and Continuing Training.)

03.13 [Proficiency-Level Training and Qualification]{.underline}. The
activities designed to develop the technical knowledge and interpersonal
skills of inspectors already qualified at the basic level. Successful
completion of the proficiency level training and qualification
activities leads to Full Inspector Qualification.

03.14 [Inspector Qualification Board]{.underline}. A board, consisting
of management and inspection staff, established to assess the
qualifications of an individual to independently perform the prescribed
inspections.

03.15 [Qualification Journal]{.underline}. The document listing the
requirements for achieving qualification and containing the
documentation of successful completion of the formal classroom
instruction, on-the-job training, and individual-study requirements.

03.16 [Refresher Training]{.underline}. Activities designed to maintain
the overall level of performance by:

a.  Readdressing some KSAs presented in initial training, particularly
    those that are related to important tasks that are hard to do and
    not performed very often.

b.  Providing training in areas where individual or program performance
    has been identified as needing improvement.

03.17 [Skill]{.underline}. A demonstrated ability and expertness to
perform tasks successfully on the job.

03.18 [Specialized and Advanced Training]{.underline}. Technical
training which increases the depth of an individual=s knowledge in a
specific area. Specialized and advanced training can be completed after
completing the inspector qualification requirements or concurrent with
other proficiency-level training. However, unless specifically
identified in the proficiency‑level training for the inspector
classification, specialized and advanced training are not required for
Full Inspector Qualification. (Examples include fire protection, design
engineering, and diesels.)

1245-04 RESPONSIBILITIES AND AUTHORITIES

04.01 [Associate Director for Training and Development, Office of Human
Resources]{.underline}. Administers and implements the formal training
programs as identified in this manual chapter. Assesses training course
effectiveness and identifies areas where the course content needs to be
revised.

04.02 [Director, Office of Nuclear Reactor Regulation]{.underline}.
Ensures that the headquarters staff achieves and maintains
qualifications in accordance with the guidelines in this manual chapter.
Establishes the training qualification requirements for staff who
perform activities for which NRR is responsible. Certifies the
headquarters staff who qualify under this manual chapter.

04.03 [Director, Office of Nuclear Security and Incident
Response]{.underline}. Ensures that the headquarters staff achieves and
maintains qualifications in accordance with the guidelines in this
manual chapter. Establishes the training qualification requirements
contained in Appendix C4, AReactor Safeguards Inspector Technical
Proficiency Qualification Journal@ and C6, AEmergency Preparedness
Inspector.@ Certifies the headquarters staff who qualify under this
manual chapter.

04.04 [Regional Administrator]{.underline}. Ensures that the regional
staff achieves and maintains qualifications in accordance with the
guidelines in this manual chapter. Develops procedures for implementing
this manual chapter for regional staff. Certifies the regional staff who
qualify under this manual chapter.

04.05 [Directors, NRR and Regional Divisions]{.underline}. Approves the
use of and accepts the justification for using an alternate method for
meeting qualification program requirements. Assists the Office of Human
Resources in developing, monitoring, and reviewing formal training
courses for NRR qualification programs. Ensures that the Expectations
for Inspectors Seminar is presented each calendar year according to the
following schedule: 1^st^ Quarter - Region IV; 2^nd^ Quarter Region I;
3^rd^ Quarter - Region III; and 4^th^ Quarter - Region II.

04.06 [Chiefs, NRR Program Branches]{.underline}. Develops and
maintains, in conjunction with the Associate Director for Training and
Development, the regions, and headquarters staff, the qualification
journals listed in Appendices A, B, C, and D of this chapter. Evaluates
proposed changes to the NRR programs for impacts on training.
Periodically reviews and assesses the effectiveness of staff in
implementing NRR programs to identify needed refresher and continuing
training topics. Assesses the inspector training and qualification
program effectiveness and identifies areas where the program needs to be
revised. Approves deviation requests.

04.07 [Immediate Supervisor of qualifying individuals]{.underline}.
Identifies the qualifying individual=s previous experience and training
for which qualification credit may be given. May assign fully qualified
individuals to work with trainees during the qualification process.
Requests deviations, as appropriate, from the Program Office. Certifies
that the individual has qualified for Basic Inspector Certification.
Assesses the ability of the qualifying individual and provides
appropriate levels of detailed supervision based on the individual=s
level of proficiency. Ensures that an individual is ready to
independently perform job responsibilities at the proficiency level.
Recommends each qualifying individual assigned to them as prepared for
review by the inspector qualification board.

04.08 [IMC 1245 Management Steering Group]{.underline}. Consists of the
Deputy Director, Division of Inspection and Regional Support, NRR; a
senior manager from each regional office; and the individual in the
Performance Assessment Branch (IPAB) responsible for IMC 1245. Monitors
and maintains the inspector initial training qualification program and
the knowledge and skills of qualified inspector. Accomplishes this by
recommending changes in approach or content of training
material/courses; establishing requirements for continuing inspector
training; and evaluating training needs, recommending target audiences,
and establishing an appropriate schedule for mandatory training.

04.09 [IMC 1245 Working Group]{.underline}. Consists of the individual
in IPAB responsible for IMC 1245 and managers and staff from each
region. Reviews, resolves, and implements, as appropriate, feedback
forms submitted on IMC 1245 and recommended changes to IMC 1245.
Provides regional perspective on inspector training.

1245-05 REQUIREMENTS

Staff implementing NRR programs must understand the facilities,
equipment, processes, and activities of those programs, as well as the
criteria, techniques, and mechanics of implementing the programs. The
qualification process is intended to provide staff with sufficient
information to perform program activities that are technically correct
and in accordance with NRC regulations, policies, and procedures.

Attachment 1, AGeneral Overview of the Inspector Training and
Qualification Program,@ is a complete description of the program for
qualifying inspectors. Attachment 2, AInspector Competencies,@ lists the
competencies which serve as the basis for the inspector qualification
requirements. Attachment 3, AGeneral Orientation Topics,@ lists topics
that are not part of the formal inspector qualification program but are
important for general employee administrative knowledge and are provided
as a convenience for supervisors.

05.01 [Training and Qualification Requirements]{.underline}. Staff
assigned to perform inspections or to perform licensed operator
examinations in NRR program areas must have successfully completed the
applicable requirements of the applicable qualification program within
24 months. Individuals in the Nuclear Safety Professional Development
Program (NSPDP) may be granted a 3-month extension by their division
directors. Justification for the extension must be documented and
recorded in the individual=s training record.

Each inspector must complete the ABasic-Level Training and Certification
Journal@ contained in Appendix A, the AGeneral Proficiency-Level
Training and Qualification Journal@ contained in Appendix B, and one of
the following classifications of the ATechnical Proficiency-Level
Training and Qualification Journal@ in Appendix C:

a.  Operations Inspector - The inspector must complete vendor-specific
    training for the assigned site. If re-assigned to a new site after
    initial qualification, the inspector is required to complete
    vendor-specific training for the new assignment. This training
    should be completed as soon as feasible after reassignment and must
    be completed within 2 years of assignment to the new site.

b.  Reactor Engineering Inspector

c.  Reactor Health Physics Inspector

d.  Reactor Physical Protection Inspector

e.  Research and Test Reactor Inspector

f.  Emergency Preparedness Inspector

g.  (Reserved)

h.  Vendor Inspector

i.  (Reserved)

j.  Operator Licensing Examiner

05.02 [Alternate Methods for Meeting a Program Requirement]{.underline}.
All staff must successfully meet all of the training and qualification
program requirements. However, previous work experience and training may
be accepted as evidence that an individual already possesses the
required knowledge or skills normally achieved by completing parts of
the program. Individuals should be given credit for previous experience
and training when completing the requirements outlined in this manual
chapter.

a.  The individual=s division director has the authority to accept
    previous experience and training as an alternate method for meeting
    the requirements contained in this Manual Chapter. Justification for
    accepting previous experience and training to meet program
    requirements must be documented and recorded in the individual=s
    training record. Forms for documenting the equivalency justification
    are located in each qualification journal.

b.  The individual=s division director may request that the individual
    demonstrate the appropriate level of knowledge or skill by
    successfully completing an equivalency examination. Requests for
    equivalency examinations should be made by the individual=s
    supervisor to the Associate Director for Training and Development.

05.03 [Final Qualification Activity]{.underline}. An inspector must be
recommended by the inspector qualification board and certified by the
regional administrator or division director to be completely qualified.
An examiner must be recommended by a certified chief examiner and
certified by the regional administrator or Director of NRR.

a.  [Inspector Qualification Board]{.underline}. The inspector
    qualification board is used to evaluate how well an individual can
    integrate and apply inspector competencies to field situations. Upon
    an individual=s completion of all requirements identified in the
    qualification journals, an inspector qualification board will
    confirm that the individual has the necessary knowledge, skills, and
    attitudes to independently conduct the prescribed NRC inspections.
    The list of knowledge, skills, and attitudes to be assessed by the
    board is contained in Attachment 2, AInspector Competencies.@

    1.  [Members]{.underline}. A qualification board will consist of at
        least three members. The board should contain a cross-section of
        knowledgeable staff ranging from a peer-level inspector to a
        division director. Each board will contain a manager of at least
        the branch chief level. The board chairman shall be at the
        branch chief level as a minimum but cannot be the individual=s
        immediate supervisor. Whenever practical, the immediate
        supervisor of the individual seeking qualification should
        observe the board if the supervisor is not a member of the
        board.

    2.  [Board Conduct]{.underline}.

        a.  The board chairman should assign topics for questioning to
            each of the board members to ensure that the questioning
            will address all of the KSAs to be verified by the board.
            Board members are encouraged to have a planning meeting to
            discuss how various questions or scenarios will ensure the
            various KSAs will be covered.

        b.  Specific questions can be selected from those used in
            previous qualification boards or new questions can be
            written. Each question must relate to at least one of the
            KSAs to be verified by the board. Questions should allow and
            encourage the individual to provide answers that demonstrate
            a knowledge of NRC policy and philosophy, as they relate to
            the licensee and in particular to the implementation of the
            nuclear reactor inspection program and inspector
            self-management.

        c.  Technical questions should be limited in number, pertain to
            the technical area in which qualification is being sought,
            and should not be the primary focus of the board=s
            assessment. Technically based scenarios and examples can be
            used to determine how well an individual can translate their
            technical knowledge into appropriate inspector actions.
            However, lengthy questioning merely to determine if an
            individual can recall specific technical facts should not be
            used.

        d.  The board typically requires about 2 hours to complete its
            assessment, but the time may vary based on the individual
            board and the candidate.

    3.  [Board Recommendations]{.underline}. The board will document the
        results of its assessment in writing to the regional
        administrator or office director each time the board examines an
        individual.

        a.  If the board=s assessment of the individual is favorable,
            the board will recommend granting the Full Inspector
            Qualification. Any areas where additional review was
            required (look-up items) must be completed by the individual
            and verified by an assigned member of the board before
            forwarding the recommendation to the regional administrator
            or office director.

        b.  If the board has identified areas of weakness requiring
            formal remediation, the board will identify the areas for
            improvement in writing and recommend that the individual
            appear before a board for reexamination when the remediation
            activities are complete. The board and the individual=s
            supervisor will agree on a schedule for reexamination.

        c.  If the board has identified performance deficiencies that
            could not be successfully addressed with a remediation
            effort, the board will document the full scope of the
            deficiencies and recommend that the individual not be
            remediated or reexamined.

        d.  The board chairman will send (email is preferred) the
            board=s results to the Chief, Performance Assessment Branch
            within 30 days of the board for use in monitoring the
            effectiveness of inspector training. The board=s results
            should identify any weaknesses and deficiencies (except
            non-significant look-up items, that is, issues that take
            less than a few hours of look-up time or minor issues in
            isolated topic areas), and the inspector=s classification
            but not the individual=s name. No notification is needed for
            board results composed only of non-significant look-up
            issues.

        e.  The individual will receive a copy of the board=s findings
            and recommendation.

    4.  [Re-examination Board]{.underline}. A reexamination board must
        include at least one individual from the original board. The
        board questioning during reexamination will focus on the areas
        of identified weakness. The board may explore any area where
        weakness is identified during the conduct of the reexamination.

    5.  Board Documentation. The Board=s recommendations are forwarded
        to the regional administrator or office director for
        certification. Upon certification, the qualification will be
        documented in the inspector=s personnel file at the regional
        personnel office or the OP service center and will identify the
        effective date of the certification.

b.  [Examiner Certification]{.underline}. An audit of an examiner=s
    administration of an operating test is used to evaluate how well an
    individual can demonstrate the performance attributes identified in
    Inspection Manual Chapter (IMC) 0102, AOversight and Objectivity of
    Inspectors and Examiners at Reactor Facilities.@ Successful
    administration of a complete operating test is required of all
    examiner candidates.

    1.  [Evaluation Criteria]{.underline}. The certification test must
        be audited by a certified chief examiner, preferably the Chief
        of the regional Operator Licensing Branch, who will assess and
        document the examiner candidate=s performance on all the
        individual attributes identified in Section 02.02 of IMC 0102.

    2.  [Auditor Recommendation]{.underline}. The auditor will recommend
        in writing whether or not to certify the examiner candidate,
        including the need for any remedial training, to the Chief of
        the regional Operator Licensing Branch, with a copy to the
        individual=s immediate supervisor, as appropriate. The Chief,
        regional or Program Office Operator Licensing Branch, and the
        Director, the regional Division of Reactor Safety or NRR
        Division of Inspection and Regional Support, will concur in the
        auditor=s recommendation by signing the individual=s Operator
        Licensing Examiner Certification Card.

    3.  [Limited Certification]{.underline}. The regional administrator
        or Director NRR shall certify that operator licensing examiners
        are qualified to independently administer operating tests by
        granting a limited certification.

    4.  [Full Examiner Certification]{.underline}. Completion of the
        remaining items for full examiner qualification shall be
        certified by the Division Director. An examiner=s certification
        will automatically extend to multiple reactor technologies upon
        satisfactorily completing the full course series or the
        cross-training course for the applicable reactor technology.

05.04 [Changing Inspector Classification]{.underline}. *An individual
who changes inspector classifications after being fully qualified must
meet or complete the training and qualification requirements for the new
classification within 2 years of the date of the change \[C-2\].* In
such cases, previous equivalent training requirements in common between
the two classifications need not be repeated, and credit for the
previous similar training will be indicated in the current qualification
journal. A fully qualified inspector is not required to complete another
qualification board for the new classification. Completion of the
requirements for the new inspector classification will be certified by
the individual=s division director. An inspector may have multiple
classifications as long as all are maintained current.

05.05 [Other Administrative Requirements]{.underline}.

a.  [Formal Training Requirements and Expectations]{.underline}.

    1.  Trainees are expected to attend all parts of a formal training
        program in order to receive credit for the course.

    2.  Written examinations are administered for designated formal
        courses to evaluate the employee=s understanding of the
        material. The passing grade for most examinations is 70 percent.

    3.  Individuals who fail examinations will be given the opportunity
        to review the material that they did not pass through self-study
        and then be reexamined on that material. If deemed necessary,
        individuals who fail an entire course may also repeat the course
        with the approval of the division director.

    4.  In courses where a formal examination is not given, satisfactory
        course completion is determined by attendance and completion of
        class activities.

    5.  In all cases, completion of formal training courses will be
        documented by the Office of Human Resources. The individual is
        responsible for making sure that the course completion record is
        noted on the signature cards in the qualification journals.

b.  Previously Qualified Inspectors. Individuals who were inspector
    qualified prior to April 2002 and whose qualifications have lapsed
    because they did not complete the required refresher training can be
    assigned to independently conduct inspection activities if the
    following conditions are met:

    1.  Before being assigned inspection activities, individuals must
        complete all three of the following individual study activities
        related to the current inspection program from Appendix A:

        a.  ISA-9, Exploring the Operating Reactor Inspection Program

        b.  ISA-19, Entrance and Exit Meetings

        c.  ISA-20, Documenting Inspection Findings

    2.  Individuals must complete the signature card in Appendix A for
        the three individual study activities listed above and have the
        signature card filed in their training folder.

c.  Technical Experts. Technical experts who have never been qualified
    as an inspector may be used to support inspection activities but
    must work under the guidance of a fully qualified inspector.

05.06 [Deviations]{.underline}. The qualification journals listed in
this manual chapter specify the total requirements for an individual to
be qualified. Regions and headquarters divisions [may not]{.underline}
incorporate additional requirements and make them a condition of
qualification under this manual chapter.

Only the program office can authorize deviations from the requirements
in this manual chapter. Deviations are needed to take courses out of
sequence or to extend the refresher training past the due date. The
inspector training and qualification program has been sequenced to
optimize learning by ensuring that trainees have completed basic courses
before beginning more complex ones. Therefore, requests for deviations
to take courses out of sequence must identify how the individual will be
able to obtain the full benefit of a course without having completed the
prerequisites. Requests for extending the date for completing refresher
training must identify the reasons why the required training cannot be
completed on schedule.

Deviation requests can be submitted by the immediate supervisor of the
qualifying individual to the Chief, Performance Assessment Branch, who
will forward the request to the appropriate program office for review.
Requests can be made via email or memorandum.

1245-06 POST-QUALIFICATION TRAINING

An inspector=s training does not end upon being certified as a fully
qualified inspector. Qualified inspectors are expected to maintain their
qualification by completing all required refresher training for their
specific inspector classification and continuing training as required by
the program office.

06.01 [Refresher Training]{.underline}. All inspectors are required to
complete refresher training to maintain the overall level of inspector
performance.

a.  Qualified inspectors are expected to complete annual refresher
    training on the Reactor Oversight Process (ROP). The purpose of this
    refresher training is to improve and maintain consistent
    implementation of the ROP, address areas of identified deficiencies,
    and maintain overall level of ROP performance \[C-1\]. The process
    for accomplishing this training will be as follows:

    1.  During the spring of each year, IPAB will solicit input for the
        development of that year=s ROP refresher training. Inspectors
        should use the Feedback Process to submit suggestions.

    2.  The IMC 1245 Management Steering Group (MSG), consisting of a
        Division Director/Deputy Director from each region, will
        determine (1) the topics for the refresher training, (2) the
        method of training (read, read and sign, counterpart session, or
        other), and (3) the timing of the training.

    3.  IPAB will have the lead on developing the training based on the
        MSG=s selection of ROP refresher topics.

    4.  The ROP refresher training will be provided during the fall.
        Regardless of the method of training selected by the IMC 1245
        MSG, training material will be made available to all inspectors.

b.  Qualified inspectors are expected to complete all required refresher
    training for their specific inspector classification within the
    established requalification cycle. Each individual re-qualification
    cycle will be calculated based on the month of achieving full
    inspector qualification or, if that is not known, the month in which
    the current cycle was begun. The requalification cycle will be a
    full 24- or 36-month period as indicated in the specific technical
    proficiency qualification journal. Inspectors may complete the
    required training at any time during that period, up until the end
    of the calender year in which the training is required. For example,
    if the initial qualification/refresher was completed in 2000, the
    refresher training needs to be completed by the end of 2003. In some
    cases, there may be more than 3 years between subsequent refresher
    courses, but normal supervisory oversight and the existing
    requirement for supervisors to observe inspectors in the field would
    identify any instances when immediate refresher training may be
    needed. Approval to extend an inspector=s refresher training beyond
    the established calender year due date must be approved as a
    deviation in accordance with Section 1245‑05.07, ADeviations.@
    Refresher training requirements for the current requalification
    cycle are considered complete if the inspector completes training
    courses for another reactor technology.

c.  Qualified staff are expected to complete other refresher training as
    determined by the applicable program office. This training will
    address areas where overall program implementation has been
    identified as declining.

06.02 [Continuing Training]{.underline}. Staff are expected to build on
what was learned in initial training as well as to keep up-to-date on
changes to the inspection program.

a.  Temporary instructions (TIs) that focus on a specific area may
    necessitate inspectors receiving special training before performing
    inspections. The program area division having lead responsibility
    for preparing the TI, together with Inspection Program Branch, will
    identify the special training requirements and determine the most
    appropriate delivery method. Inspectors implementing a TI are
    expected to complete any training associated with it.

b.  Changes to inspector procedures (IPs), Inspection Manual Chapters
    (IMCs), or other aspects of the inspection program may necessitate
    training. The need for continuing training will be evaluated by the
    Inspection Program Branch whenever the inspection program is
    modified. Any training requirements must be completed by all
    qualified inspectors who are expected to implement the changed
    inspection procedure.

c.  The IPAB will evaluate lessons learned from recent industry events
    and agency activities to determine the need for staff training.

d.  Staff members are encouraged to expand their technical knowledge.
    Appendix D identifies specialized and advanced level training in
    specific areas. Unless otherwise noted in Appendix D, the advanced
    and specialized level training should not be taken until an
    individual has completed inspector qualification. The need for
    advanced training will be determined by the individual=s supervisor
    and will be based on the previous work experience and planned work
    activities in specific technical areas.

1245-07 MONITORING PROGRAM EFFECTIVENESS

The program office will monitor the implementation of training to
identify any areas where performance can be improved. Staff may use the
Reactor Oversight Program Feedback Process to provide comments and
recommendations on the content and effectiveness of the inspector
qualification program outlined in this manual chapter. The program
office will monitor program effectiveness by reviewing qualification
board results, ROP feedback forms, and monitoring feedback from regional
representatives on the 1245 working group at least annually.

1245-08 PROGRAM REVISIONS

This manual chapter is periodically revised to reflect new training
needs of staff as determined by changes to current policy or changes to
procedures, or both. An individual who is qualified prior to the time
any revisions are made to Inspection Manual Chapter (IMC) 1245, will
continue in that status. However, applicability of new requirements to
previously qualified staff will be determined by the Chief of the
applicable Program Branch.

Those individuals previously qualified to perform limited scope
activities will continue in that status. However, new requirements must
be met in order to achieve Full Inspector Qualification.

Staff in the process of qualifying when a new revision is issued will
transition to and complete their qualification under the new program.
Based on Section 1245‑05.02, AAlternate Methods for Meeting a Program
Requirement,@ of this manual chapter, individuals will be given credit
in the new program for training activities completed under the old
program.

Major program revisions will be issued with specific guidance on how
training and work completed under the old program should be applied
within the new program. Qualification records converted in accordance
with this guidance will not require additional approvals.

END

[Attachments:]{.underline}

Attachment 1: General Overview of the Inspector Training and
Qualification Program

Attachment 2: Inspector Competencies

Attachment 3: General Orientation Topics

[Appendices:]{.underline}

Appendix A, Basic-Level Training and Qualification Journal

Appendix B, General Proficiency-Level Training and Qualification Journal

Technical Proficiency-Level Training and Qualification Journals

> C1, Reactor Operations Inspector Technical Proficiency Training and
> Qualification Journal
>
> C2, Reactor Engineering Inspector Technical Proficiency Training and
> Qualification Journal

C3, Health Physics Inspector Technical Proficiency Training and
Qualification Journal

C4, Reactor Physical Protection Inspector Technical Proficiency
Qualification Journal

> C5, Research and Test Reactor Inspector Technical Proficiency Training
> and Qualification Journal
>
> C6, Emergency Preparedness Inspector Technical Proficiency Training
> and Qualification Journal

C7, (Reserved)

C8, Vendor Inspector Technical Proficiency Training and Qualification
Journal

C9, (Reserved)

> C10, Operator Licensing Examiner Technical Proficiency Training and
> Qualification Journal
>
> Advanced Level Training and Qualification Programs

D1, Senior Reactor Analyst Training and Qualification Program

> D2, Engineering Specialties Training Areas C UNDER DEVELOPMENT

Revision History Sheet

+----------+------+---------------------------+----+------+----------+
| Co       | I    | Description of Change     | Tr | Trai | Comment  |
| mmitment | ssue |                           | ai | ning | Re       |
| Tracking | Date |                           | ni | Co   | solution |
| Number   |      |                           | ng | mple | A        |
|          |      |                           | Ne | tion | ccession |
|          |      |                           | ed | Date | Number   |
|          |      |                           | ed |      |          |
+----------+------+---------------------------+----+------+----------+
| C-1      | 6/2  | To add a requirement for  | No | N/A  | N/A      |
|          | 9/04 | inspectors to take annual | ne |      |          |
| Re       |      | refresher training on ROP |    |      |          |
| ference: |      |                           |    |      |          |
| Dav      |      |                           |    |      |          |
| is-Besse |      |                           |    |      |          |
| Lessons  |      |                           |    |      |          |
|          |      |                           |    |      |          |
| Learned  |      |                           |    |      |          |
| Task     |      |                           |    |      |          |
| Force,   |      |                           |    |      |          |
| Recomm   |      |                           |    |      |          |
| endation |      |                           |    |      |          |
| 3.3.4.6  |      |                           |    |      |          |
+----------+------+---------------------------+----+------+----------+
| C-2      | 9/0  | To add a requirement that | No | N/A  | N/A      |
|          | 2/05 | operations inspectors     | ne |      |          |
| Re       |      | take the appropriate      |    |      |          |
| ference: |      | vendor-specific training  |    |      |          |
|          |      | within 2 years of         |    |      |          |
| OIG      |      | assignment to a new       |    |      |          |
| -05-A-06 |      | reactor type.             |    |      |          |
| recomm   |      |                           |    |      |          |
| endation |      |                           |    |      |          |
| 7        |      |                           |    |      |          |
| (ML05    |      |                           |    |      |          |
| 2520204) |      |                           |    |      |          |
+----------+------+---------------------------+----+------+----------+
| N/A      | 10/3 | To move responsibility    | No | N/A  | ML       |
|          | 1/06 | for maintaining the       | ne |      | 0        |
|          |      | training qualification    |    |      | 62890456 |
|          | CN   | requirements contained in |    |      |          |
|          | 06   | Appendix C6, AEmergency   |    |      |          |
|          | -032 | Preparedness Inspector@   |    |      |          |
|          |      | to NSIR, unassign         |    |      |          |
|          |      | Appendix C9 as the        |    |      |          |
|          |      | AConstruction Inspector   |    |      |          |
|          |      | Technical Proficiency     |    |      |          |
|          |      | Training and              |    |      |          |
|          |      | Qualification Journal@ so |    |      |          |
|          |      | that it can be assigned   |    |      |          |
|          |      | in the new IMC for        |    |      |          |
|          |      | construction activities,  |    |      |          |
|          |      | clarify that the          |    |      |          |
|          |      | qualification board       |    |      |          |
|          |      | chairman is responsible   |    |      |          |
|          |      | for sending the results   |    |      |          |
|          |      | of the board to the       |    |      |          |
|          |      | program office, and to    |    |      |          |
|          |      | incorporate minor         |    |      |          |
|          |      | editorial changes.        |    |      |          |
|          |      | Completed 4 year          |    |      |          |
|          |      | historical CN search      |    |      |          |
+----------+------+---------------------------+----+------+----------+
| N/A      | 01/1 | Added guidance to clarify | No | N/A  | ML0      |
|          | 0/08 | who is qualified to       | ne |      | 73510727 |
|          |      | approve signature cards   |    |      |          |
|          | CN   | and requirements for      |    |      |          |
|          | 08   | refresher training.       |    |      |          |
|          | -001 |                           |    |      |          |
+----------+------+---------------------------+----+------+----------+
|          |      |                           |    |      |          |
+----------+------+---------------------------+----+------+----------+