Provision of a PhD research project to explore the efficacy of peer checking in the nuclear industry

There is a need for research that directly examines the efficacy of peer-checking and the reliability of this approach within the nuclear industry. Such research will further ONR understanding of peer-checking and its impacts (both positive and negative). This will enable the development of more accurate models of peer-checking, and will generate guidance for peer-checking across nuclear and broader safety-critical industry, as well as informing ONR's own guidance. The research will comprise of a mixed-methods approach consisting of: • A comprehensive literature review • Development of a taxonomy for peer checking • An interview study with industry experts and practitioners • A cross-secti…

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