INTERACTIVE TRAINING SIMULATOR AS MEANS OF INCREASING ECONOMIC EFFICIENCY OF ENTERPRISES

Computer training of technological process operators is recognized worldwide as an effective means of reducing accidents and increasing production efficiency by improving operator`s skills. The use of computer simulators for training operators of potentially dangerous industries is fixed in regulatory documents of many countries, including Russia. Most enterprises in the oil and gas industry have already equipped their training centers with computer simulators; however, the metallurgical sector and other representatives of the chemical engineering industries do not use and often do not consider a computer simulator as a tool for improving efficiency and production safety World statistics shows that among the causes of industrial accidents, operator mistakes are firmly in second place. They account for an average of 40% of all emergency incidents. Computer training is the most powerful and effective means of dealing with the operators mistakes. With the help of a specialized simulator, with a high degree of accuracy, imitating the work of a dangerous technological installation, relating to the oil refining or metallurgical industry, it is possible not only to familiarize operators with potential emergencies and develop a strategy for preventing accidents, mitigating or eliminating its consequences, but also working out actions operators to automatism. A good full-scale simulator allows to work out detailed measures to prevent accidents, as well as plans for the localization and liquidation of emergencies. The article presents an overview of the current state of the industry of technological simulators, examines existing technical solutions, global manufacturers and simulators using aspects