Staff members, totalling 222, are trained appropriately to operate and maintain the reservoir dykes and spillways, the power plant and switchyard, the transmission lines, the network of roads, and town site housing and service facilities.

Operating staff is comprised of station operators, engineers, supervisors, technicians and technologists, electricians, mechanics, welders, linespersons, heavy equipment operators, helicopter pilots, carpenters, fire and security officers, painters, utility workers and janitors. The operation also requires accountants, clerical staff, warehouse workers, retail clerks, human resources personnel and industrial relations staff, teachers, and medical staff.

While outside contractors and specialists are used, the security of the operation and the welfare of the community demand that adequate staff are available to trouble shoot and repair every aspect of the operation.

The majority of staff is hired within the province and there is close cooperation between Nalcor Energy - Churchill Falls and the post-secondary school system. An active apprenticeship and training program enables staff to achieve the skill levels required to maintain and operate the sophisticated plant equipment and other facilities.

Loss control is part of the philosophy that guides Nalcor Energy - Churchill Falls and contributes significantly to the stability and well being of the company and its employees. The prevention and control of occupational injury and illness, property damage, security breaches and pollution are integrated into every facet of management and operations. Specific committees and training programs have been established for every major area of concern.