Certrec’s Fatigue Rule Management System (FRMS) is a SaaS application that helps nuclear facilities ensure safety and compliance with the Nuclear Regulatory Commission’s (NRC) fatigue requirements. Failure to properly manage worker fatigue can lead to significant safety hazards, operational inefficiencies, and significant penalties. FRMS is designed to increase productivity while mitigating the risks associated with non-compliance with 10 CFR Part 26 Subpart I.
Recently, FRMS has been upgraded, providing tools to efficiently manage shift callouts. These new features are designed to handle the complexities of scheduling, determining worker eligibility, and maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements.
Streamlining Shift Management with Automated Updates
FRMS streamlines shift management by offering automated shift updates. When shifts are accepted, the system automatically updates the user’s schedule as a callout, eliminating the need for manual intervention. By incorporating basic fatigue management principles, the system also ensures that worker-rest periods are adhered to, further enhancing safety and compliance. This automation ensures that schedules are always up-to-date, reducing the risk of human error and enhancing overall efficiency. Moreover, the system sends real-time notifications to workers about their updated schedules, ensuring they are always informed and everyone is kept in the loop.
Conducting Efficient Shift Planning and Scheduling
Shift Callout Management systems play a crucial role in shift planning and scheduling, ensuring that organizations can effectively manage their workforce to meet operational demands. FRMS meets these needs by providing tools for conducting shift planning, allowing managers to forecast staffing needs, plan for peak periods, and ensure that shifts are adequately covered. Managers can quickly identify vacancies and select the most suitable candidate(s) to fill one or multiple positions. The algorithm sorts through factors such as availability, qualifications, union rules, and compliance with fatigue rules to find the best match to fill your vacancy based on shift position. Through real-time visibility into workforce availability, managers are enabled to make informed decisions and respond quickly to changing operational needs.
Enhancing Worker Eligibility Determination
Determining worker eligibility for shifts can be complex, especially in the nuclear industry, where many plants are governed by stringent union rules as well as fatigue management regulations. Shift callout management systems simplify this process by quickly sorting workers based on multiple eligibility factors, such as:
- shift position
- union rules (including overtime and seniority)
- fatigue rule requirements
- training qualifications.
These systems utilize advanced filtering and sorting algorithms to evaluate each worker’s eligibility. For example, a worker’s shift position and seniority might be prioritized according to union agreements, while their compliance with fatigue rules ensures they are fit to work additional hours. This meticulous approach ensures that only eligible workers are considered for callouts, reducing non-compliance risk and enhancing safety. Additionally, this gives management insights into the status of their workers’ training qualifications. With FRMS, managers can ensure workers with only the correct qualifications are sent into the field.
Optimizing Shift Callouts with Additional Features
Flexibility is crucial in the nuclear sector, where supervisors and managers need to make quick, on-the-go decisions. To promote versatility, FRMS is mobile-friendly and accessible from virtually anywhere with an internet connection, making it easy to use while in the field. FRMS is a vendor-hosted solution, ensuring the system is fast, accurate, and secure. This hosting model reduces the burden on internal IT teams, saving you additional resources. Additionally, the intuitive navigation and user-friendly interface make it easy for users to learn and operate the system quickly, minimizing the learning curve and maximizing productivity.
Conclusion
Designed by nuclear experts for nuclear experts, the shift callout management capabilities introduced in the latest version of FRMS offer some exciting tools for the nuclear sector. FRMS can now streamline shift management, enhance worker eligibility determination, and optimize shift callouts. By conducting efficient shift planning and scheduling, this SaaS application ensures that organizations can meet their operational demands while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements and union rules. The automation and advanced algorithms used in shift callout management systems enhance operational efficiency, improve worker safety, and reduce the risk of penalties. With more than 15 years of expertise in nuclear fatigue management, Certrec continues to innovate, providing clients with the most powerful solution for managing fatigue requirements.
Disclaimer: Any opinions expressed in this blog do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Certrec. This content is meant for informational purposes only.
