Analysis of the Nuclear Power Operations Model and the Impact of Changes in the Labor Force From the Annual Reports of the Company

Abstract

Nuclear power operations require the deployment of a large number of highly skilled and experienced employees. With the polarization of the labor force in society and the change in the concept of employment, the labor force of nuclear power is undergoing significant changes and has a potential impact on the operations of nuclear power in China. On the basis of the construction of the nuclear power operations model, the relationship between the change in the labor force and the nuclear power operations was revealed. The relationship between the age, education level, and skill level of the nuclear power operators and the average energy factor, the profit rate, and the number of operation events was analyzed according to publicly available data from the company and the National Nuclear Security Administration. The results reflect significant changes in the labor force of nuclear power in China and its potential impact. It was suggested that artificial intelligence technology should be used to change labor-centric operation mode, optimize the structure of the nuclear power labor force, reduce the demand for experienced high-skilled employees, alleviate the pressure of transformation and upgrading caused by changes in social environment, and promote the sustainable development of nuclear power operations to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the United Nations.