nuclear reactor operator
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.
Also called: nuclear reactor control panel monitor, nuclear plant safety technician, nuclear reactor technician, nuclear reactor operative, nuclear reactor safety supervisor, nuclear reactor control panel worker, nuclear reactor worker, nuclear reactor operation technician
- 25
- essential skills
- 19
- optional skills
- 8
- related roles
- 3131
- ISCO-08 group
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Essential skills
25- automation technology
- avoid contamination
- contamination exposure regulations
- electricity
- ensure compliance with environmental legislation
- ensure compliance with radiation protection regulations
- ensure equipment cooling
- follow nuclear plant safety precautions
- hydraulics
- maintain nuclear reactors
- mechanical engineering
- metrology
- monitor automated machines
- monitor nuclear power plant systems
- monitor radiation levels
- nuclear energy
- operate computerised control systems
- pneumatics
- radiation protection
- radioactive contamination
- resolve equipment malfunctions
- respond to nuclear emergencies
- technical drawings
- thermodynamics
- use remote control equipment
Optional skills
19- calculate exposure to radiation
- design strategies for nuclear emergencies
- electric generators
- electrical power safety regulations
- ensure compliance with electricity distribution schedule
- follow safety precautions in work practices
- instruct employees on radiation protection
- liaise with engineers
- maintenance operations
- manage emergency evacuation plans
- monitor electric generators
- nuclear physics
- nuclear reprocessing
- perform risk analysis
- plan maintenance activities
- protective safety equipment
- respond to electrical power contingencies
- test safety strategies
- wear appropriate protective gear
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