Nuclear industry immersive training
Developing a virtual reality tool for personal protective equipment training
The aim of this project is to design and develop a virtual reality simulation training tool, which can be used by nuclear industry operatives to train procedures and processes relating to the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
Our VRS training tool is an immersive, high fidelity, virtual reality training tool which will enable trainees to practise and rehearse procedures relating to PPE, to ensure that these procedures are effective and safe, before performing them in 'the real world‘.
Take a look at the VRS training tool:
More efficient and cost-effective training
We have started testing this training tool at the Training Centre of Magnox Ltd., based at Oldbury Power Station. Initial results indicate that VRS training improved performance outcomes for learners, ultimately leading to improved safety outcomes. In addition, the training tool placed a lower time burden on personnel, and proved more cost-effective than existing learning aids.
Following this success, we are now developing the tool into fully-functioning simulation training, which features more procedural details, enhanced analytics, and improved hazard identification stages. This updated version has been tested with a team of workers at Hinkley Point (Somerset), with the data currently undergoing analysis by our team.
Funding and partners
The work is funded by a grant from Innovate UK and Sellafield Ltd. The VR development and delivery of training is provided by industry partners Cineon Training.
Contact
For more information on this project, please contact Professor Sam Vine.
