Technical Qualification Program — Radiation ProtectionQualification Card
Participant: / Technical Qualification Program
“TQP”
Functional Area Qualification Standard
Radiation Protection
Qualification Card / Qualification
Card
Issue Date:
Projected Completion Date: / Standard
Issue Date: / October 2013
Office/Division: / Revision:
Note: When regulations, Department of Energy Directives, or other industry standards are referenced in the Qualification Standard, the most recent version should be used.
# / Required Competencies / Competency Level / Learning Method / Evaluation Method / Incumbent Initials & Date / Qualifying Official Signature / DateGeneral Technical
1. / Radiation protection personnel must demonstrate a working level knowledge of the various types of radiation and how they interact with matter. / DAEFWNA / CBTCRDADJAOJTSASSWT / EQOEOPWE
2. / Radiation protection personnel must demonstrate a working level knowledge of radioactivity and transformation mechanisms. / DAEFWNA / CBTCRDADJAOJTSASSWT / EQOEOPWE
3. / Radiation protection personnel must demonstrate a working level knowledge of principles and concepts for internal and external dosimetry. / DAEFWNA / CBTCRDADJAOJTSASSWT / EQOEOPWE
4. / Radiation protection personnel must demonstrate a working level knowledge of the biological effects of radiation. / DAEFWNA / CBTCRDADJAOJTSASSWT / EQOEOPWE
5. / Radiation protection personnel must demonstrate a working level knowledge of the principles and use of radiological instrumentation and radiological monitoring/survey practices. / DAEFWNA / CBTCRDADJAOJTSASSWT / EQOEOPWE
6. / Radiation protection personnel must demonstrate a working level knowledge of internal and external radiation protection principles and control techniques. / DAEFWNA / CBTCRDADJAOJTSASSWT / EQOEOPWE
7. / Radiation protection personnel must demonstrate a working level knowledge of as-low-as-reasonably-achievable (ALARA) principles, and their application to radiological work activities. / DAEFWNA / CBTCRDADJAOJTSASSWT / EQOEOPWE
8. / Radiation protection personnel must demonstrate a working level knowledge of the application of engineered radiological controls and facility design, including containment/confinement systems. / DAEFWNA / CBTCRDADJAOJTSASSWT / EQOEOPWE
9. / Radiation protection personnel must demonstrate a familiarity level knowledge of the radiological hazards associated with the following and a working level knowledge for site specific radiological hazards:
- Plutonium operations
- Uranium operations
- Tritium operations
- Nuclear explosive operations
- Production/experimental reactors
- Accelerator operations
- Waste handling/processing operations
- Decontamination and decommissioning
- Use of radiation generating devices
- Environmental restoration activities
Regulatory
10. / Radiation protection personnel must demonstrate a working level knowledge of the Department of Energy (DOE) radiation protection system for occupational workers as set forth in the following policy, requirements, and guidance documents:
- 10 CFR 835, “Occupational Radiation Protection”
- DOE G 441.1-1C, Radiation Protection Programs Guide for Use with 10 CFR 835, Occupational Radiation Protection
- DOE P 450.4A, Department of Energy Integrated Safety Management Policy
11. / Radiation protection personnel must demonstrate a working level knowledge of the following DOE policy, Order, and manual directives, and technical standards related to radiation protection:
- DOE P 450.4A, Integrated Safety Management Policy
- DOE O 458.1, Admin Chg 3, Radiation Protection of the Public and the Environment
- DOE O 440.1B, Admin Chg 1, Worker Protection Program for DOE Federal Employees
- DOE O 232.2, Occurrence Reporting and Processing Program for DOE Federal Employees
- DOE O 422.1, Admin Chg 1, Conduct of Operations
- DOE-STD-1098-2008, Chg 1, Department of Energy Standard—Radiological Control
- DOE-STD-1121-2008, Department of Energy Standard—Internal Dosimetry
- DOE O 231.1B, Admin Chg 1, Environment, Safety, and Health Reporting
12. / Radiation protection personnel must demonstrate a familiarity level knowledge of the identification, reporting, investigation, and enforcement related to potential noncompliance with nuclear safety requirements. / DAEFWNA / CBTCRDADJAOJTSASSWT / EQOEOPWE
13. / Radiation protection personnel must demonstrate a familiarity level knowledge of radioactive waste management. / DAEFWNA / CBTCRDADJAOJTSASSWT / EQOEOPWE
14. / Radiation protection personnel must demonstrate a familiarity level knowledge of DOE requirements and guidance related to safety management. / DAEFWNA / CBTCRDADJAOJTSASSWT / EQOEOPWE
15. / Radiation protection personnel must demonstrate a familiarity level knowledge of Federal regulations and DOE Orders related to emergency planning and preparedness as they pertain to radiological incidents. / DAEFWNA / CBTCRDADJAOJTSASSWT / EQOEOPWE
16. / Radiation protection personnel must demonstrate a familiarity level knowledge of DOE Orders related to Federal and contractor personnel training and qualification. / DAEFWNA / CBTCRDADJAOJTSASSWT / EQOEOPWE
17. / Radiation protection personnel must demonstrate a working level knowledge of national and international radiation protection standards and recommendations. / DAEFWNA / CBTCRDADJAOJTSASSWT / EQOEOPWE
18. / Radiation protection personnel must demonstrate a familiarity level knowledge of the Federal regulations, guidelines, and DOE Orders pertaining to the decontamination and decommissioning of nuclear facilities. / DAEFWNA / CBTCRDADJAOJTSASSWT / EQOEOPWE
19. / Radiation protection personnel must demonstrate a familiarity level knowledge of the standards and DOE Orders pertaining to the packaging and transportation of radioactive materials. / DAEFWNA / CBTCRDADJAOJTSASSWT / EQOEOPWE
20. / Radiation protection personnel must demonstrate a familiarity level knowledge of the Department’s philosophy and approach to implementing Integrated Safety Management. / DAEFWNA / CBTCRDADJAOJTSASSWT / EQOEOPWE
21. / Radiation protection personnel must demonstrate a familiarity level knowledge of the Department’s guidance for the structure, function, and operation of a radiation generating device (RGD) control program as discussed in DOE Programs Guide G 441.1-1C, section entitled “Radiation Generating Devices.” / DAEFWNA / CBTCRDADJAOJTSASSWT / EQOEOPWE
Management, Assessment, and Oversight
22. / Radiation protection personnel must demonstrate a working level knowledge of assessment (compliance and performance) principles and techniques necessary to identify facility and program deficiencies, event precursors, potential systemic causes, corrective actions, and best practices. / DAEFWNA / CBTCRDADJAOJTSASSWT / EQOEOPWE
23. / Radiation protection personnel must demonstrate the ability to evaluate the adequacy of radiation protection programs against the requirements of regulations, DOE Orders, and rules pertaining to radiation protection. / DAEFWNA / CBTCRDADJAOJTSASSWT / EQOEOPWE
24. / Radiation protection personnel must demonstrate the ability to trend radiation protection-related information/data. / DAEFWNA / CBTCRDADJAOJTSASSWT / EQOEOPWE
25. / Radiation protection personnel must demonstrate the ability to effectively communicate the hazards associated with exposure to ionizing radiation. / DAEFWNA / CBTCRDADJAOJTSASSWT / EQOEOPWE
Competency Levels: / DA = Demonstrate the Ability, E = Expert, F = Familiarity, W = Working, NA = Not Applicable
Learning Methods: / CBT = Computer-Based Training, CR = Classroom, DA = Detail Assignment, DJA = Developmental Job Assignment, OJT = On-the-Job Training, SA = Shadow Assignment,
SS = Self-Study, WT = Walk-Through
Evaluation Methods: / EQ = Evaluation of Equivalencies, OE = Oral Evaluation, OP = Observation of Performance, WE = Written Exam
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U.S. DEPARTMENT OF ENERGYTechnical Qualification Program — Radiation ProtectionQualification Card
U.S. Department of Energy
Technical Qualification Program “TQP”
Radiation Protection Qualification Card Certification of Completion
The candidate has successfully completed the Radiation Protection TQP Qualification. The candidate has successfully completed a final qualification activity consisting of a comprehensive written examination, an oral board examination, or a walkthrough and is recommended for final qualification.
First-Level Supervisor / Date
U.S. Department of Energy
Technical Qualification Program “TQP”
Radiation Protection Final Qualification
The candidate has successfully completed the Radiation ProtectionTQP Qualification.
Second-Level Supervisor / Date
Competency Levels: / DA = Demonstrate the Ability, E = Expert, F = Familiarity, W = Working, NA = Not Applicable
Learning Methods: / CBT = Computer-Based Training, CR = Classroom, DA = Detail Assignment, DJA = Developmental Job Assignment, OJT = On-the-Job Training, SA = Shadow Assignment,
SS = Self-Study, WT = Walk-Through
Evaluation Methods: / EQ = Evaluation of Equivalencies, OE = Oral Evaluation, OP = Observation of Performance, WE = Written Exam
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U.S. DEPARTMENT OF ENERGYTechnical Qualification Program — Radiation ProtectionQualification Card
Technical Qualification Feedback Form
To be completed by Candidate
The items on this questionnaire ask general open-ended questions about the various aspects of your qualification process. Thank you for taking the time to fill out this form thoughtfully. Your answers and comments will help us develop a more effective qualification process. Please submit this completed form with your signed qualification card when you complete the qualification process.
Name: Date:
Functional Area Qualification Standard:
Organization:
- How did you use the following tools to help complete your qualification effort?
- Competency to Course Matrix
- Reference Guides
- DOE O 426.1
- Technical Qualification Program User’s Guide
- What problems did you encounter as you progressed through the qualification process?
- What programs or processes did you find useful in helping you complete your qualification requirements
- What programs or processes had a negative impact on your qualification experience?
Competency Levels: / DA = Demonstrate the Ability, E = Expert, F = Familiarity, W = Working, NA = Not Applicable
Learning Methods: / CBT = Computer-Based Training, CR = Classroom, DA = Detail Assignment, DJA = Developmental Job Assignment, OJT = On-the-Job Training, SA = Shadow Assignment,
SS = Self-Study, WT = Walk-Through
Evaluation Methods: / EQ = Evaluation of Equivalencies, OE = Oral Evaluation, OP = Observation of Performance, WE = Written Exam
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