In the Russian Federation, the traditional mechanisms of inspection control are changing and industrial safety measures are being modernized. Operator mistakes are one of the most common causes of industrial accidents. The practice of the introduction of interactive training complexes indicates formation of behavior skills in normal and non-standard (emergency) modes of installations work during the training, thereby reducing the the possibility of accidents caused by personnel and, as a result, increases the safety and efficiency of production. The article is devoted to the development of technological processes operators simulators used to train operational personnel skills of technological processes management of industrial enterprises. Describes the main requirements to the computer equipment and the development of their mathematical support. The basic concepts and methods of analytical and simulation modeling of technological systems are given. The principles of application of neural networks as one of the most promising methods of complex technological processes modeling in the development of control systems and simulators of industrial plants are considered in detail. Various aspects of process modeling and the main advantages of using training simulators to improve production efficiency are considered.

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.