The strategic importance of quality training given to personnel: An evaluation for nuclear energy companies

Abstract

Nuclear energy investments are important for the economic and social development of countries. Countries can produce their own energy with this energy type. This contributes to the independence of countries both politically and economically. A country that can produce its own energy is not politically dependent on another country. In addition, thanks to nuclear power, countries will not have to import energy. In this way, the current account deficit problem of the countries will be reduced. As this will reduce the economic fragility of the country, it will enable countries to reach their sustainable development goals. However, there are some problems with nuclear energy investments. One of the most important issues in this process is the need for qualified personnel. Nuclear energy investments are projects that involve very comprehensive and detailed engineering processes. Therefore, there is a need for personnel qualified to be able to master these processes. Otherwise, the process in these facilities will not be managed effectively and efficiency in energy generation will decrease. On the other hand, any problem that may occur in these facilities cannot be effectively intervened, and this may lead to huge damages. In this context, the importance that nuclear energy companies should give to the training of their personnel was emphasized in this study and strategy recommendations were made for these companies.