Practical training in new build projects concept and first experiences

In new build projects, after having attended theoretical training the NPP personnel will only effectively develop their competences by participating in practical training during construction and commissioning activities. AREVA's comprehensive concept and first experiences from an ongoing EPR trademark project (now in the commissioning phase) will be presented and discussed. The new technologies applied for the design and construction of Generation III+ Nuclear Power Plants (GEN III+ NPP's) will require a thorough and comprehensive training package especially during the startup, operation, service and maintenance of the systems. Hereafter the methodology and first results of such a practical training program are presented. (orig.)