Training Needs Assessment

A training needs assessment is required to determine what training is necessary to optimize performance. A needs assessment is particularly useful when contemplating a new mine or plant start-up. The needs assessment should be done early in the project life cycle—at least 2 years prior to start-up.

The training needs assessment:

  1. Establishes the blocks, units, modules, and reference material required to ensure all personnel are ready to start-up and run the mine and plant.
  2. Provides a schedule and critical path for development.
  3. Provides a schedule for trainers and trainees for the execution of training instruction.
  4. Identifies resources required for training.

Typical Training Needs Assessment Report Table of Contents

  • Management Summary
  • Introduction
  • Scope-of-Work
  • Recruiting and Demographics of the Local Labor Pool
  • Training Facilities and Resources
  • Training Plan
  • Training, Classroom, and Instructor Loadings
  • Resource Requirements
  • Cost Estimate
  • Recommended Action Plan
  • Training Program Development Schedule
  • Mine Training Instruction Schedule
  • Plant Training Instruction Schedule

Exhibits

  • Standard Training Module Format
  • Overall Learning Path Block Diagram
  • Training Module Datasheets
  • Position Learning Paths
  • Training Load by Block and Month
  • Trainee Hours Summary

PAI Sample Manual:

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PAI Downloads:
* Feedback Control System
* Performance Manager

Software Instructions

Operations Services:

  • Operating Manuals and Training
  • Multimedia Computer-Based Training
  • Start-Up - Preoperational Testing
  • Quality Management - ISO 9000

Maintenance and Materials:

  • Surveys and Technical Studies
  • Maintenance Improvement Programs
  • Preventive Maintenance Programs
  • Spare Parts Requirements
  • Maintenance Training

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