Description
Nuclear reactor operators directly control nuclear reactors in power plants from control panels, and are solely responsible for the alterations in reactor reactivity. They start up operations and react to changes in status such as casualties and critical events. They monitor parameters and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
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Theoretical Knowledge
nuclear energycontamination exposure regulationshydraulicsthermodynamicsradioactive contaminationmetrologyautomation technologyradiation protectiontechnical drawingselectricitypneumaticsmechanical engineeringnuclear physicsnuclear reprocessingelectric generatorsmaintenance operationsprotective safety equipmentelectrical power safety regulations
Practical Skills
avoid contaminationensure equipment coolinguse remote control equipmentresolve equipment malfunctionsmonitor automated machinesfollow nuclear plant safety precautionsrespond to nuclear emergenciesensure compliance with environmental legislationmonitor nuclear power plant systemsmaintain nuclear reactorsmonitor radiation levelsoperate computerised control systemsensure compliance with radiation protection regulationsperform risk analysistest safety strategiesinstruct employees on radiation protectionmanage emergency evacuation plansfollow safety precautions in work practicesdesign strategies for nuclear emergenciesmonitor electric generatorsrespond to electrical power contingencieswear appropriate protective gearensure compliance with electricity distribution scheduleliaise with engineerscalculate exposure to radiationplan maintenance activities