Training at Electricite de France

Journal Article · Sun Dec 01 04:00:00 EST 1985 · Nucl. News (La Grange Park, Ill.); (United States)

OSTI ID:7001300

Rippon, S

With 41 nuclear power units operating and another 21 units under construction, France is serious about improving personnel training for the 3000 new employees each year. Electricite de France (EdF) takes a paternalistic approach to personnel training and to recruitment and advancement from within the organization. Courses in the training program range from one day to one year in length, and may take place either on or off the site. The author describes the training centers and schedule, but emphasizes the training is an ongoing process. Most instructors come from operating power stations. The courses use simulators to train operators in the use of fault analysis during an emergency. Computer-aided teaching systems are also widely used. 1 figure.

• OSTI ID: 7001300
• Journal Information: Nucl. News (La Grange Park, Ill.); (United States), Journal Name: Nucl. News (La Grange Park, Ill.); (United States) Vol. 28:15; ISSN NUNWA
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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