Operators' performance in automated processes and effects of automation on work organization of operators

Task analyses were made for the definition and estimation of the job description of the shift supervisor, the main operator and the reactor operator. Performance efficiency was estimated by the shift supervisor and production manager and performance estimations made for each operator on a five point scale. Annual psychological evaluations were made on the basis of testing and psychological examination and the estimated levels of performance efficiency were then correlated with the results of psychological evaluation. 2 refs, 5 figs