TechStar Publications
Publications
TechStar’s published works have become primary resources for successful plant operations in diverse industries across the United States and abroad.
The flagship text, The Industrial Operator’s Handbook, 2nd Edition, is a widely used reference in sectors ranging from nuclear power to oil refining. It demonstrates how accidents — from the Titanic to Chernobyl — often share causal components and how systematic actions can prevent them.
In addition to technical reference manuals, TechStar’s texts explore leadership effectiveness Trustworthy Leaders and maintenance procedures that help teams enhance productivity while reducing errors.
Below is a list of TechStar publications with brief descriptions.
The Industrial Operator's Handbook
A benchmark reference for industrial operations, this handbook uses real-life case studies to reveal how complex industrial accidents can be prevented through disciplined and systematic control of processes.
Key Themes
- Cause-and-effect analysis of major industrial events
- Practical techniques for hazard recognition and preventive action
- Foundational skills for operational reliability
Trustworthy Leaders
A deep dive into leadership characteristics that influence team performance and workplace safety. Through real examples, this text teaches principles and skills that differentiate effective leaders from ineffective ones.
Key Themes
- Leadership influence on safety and performance
- Behavioral principles for effective industrial leadership
- Leadership self-assessment methodology
Maintenance and the Safety Envelope
This companion text focuses on maintenance discipline and its role in reducing errors and enhancing system reliability. It builds on the foundation laid by The Industrial Operator’s Handbook.
Key Themes
- Maintenance best practices
- Strategies for error reduction
- Integration with operational procedures
Human Performance Trilogy
A compendium of the three main texts — Operator’s Handbook, Maintenance and the Safety Envelope, and Trustworthy Leaders — this trilogy offers a holistic view of operational performance, human factors, and leadership.
Key Themes
- Human error analysis
- Integrating operational and maintenance disciplines
- Leadership in practice
