Application of Objectives and Criteria

DOE-STD-1070-94

Trainee entry-level requirements;

Determination of training program content;

Design and development of training programs;

Conduct of training;

Trainee examinations and evaluations; and

Training program evaluation.

The criteria are principles or methods that support the objectives and are to be applied with

judgement. The expectation is that all objectives will be met. However, some criteria may not

be applicable to some programs. This situation would prevail when, for example, a particular

method such as laboratory training is not used. The evaluator must choose the objective and

associated criteria to accomplish the scope of the assessment that is to be performed. The

method chosen to meet the objectives and criteria is determined by the contractor.

The amplifying statements associated with the criteria provide guidance to the evaluator in

areas such as personnel to interview, documents to review, and standards to look for in

determining if the criteria are satisfied. The amplifying statements are not meant to be all

inclusive. The evaluator may need to look for methods not mentioned in the guidance to verify

meeting the criteria. The DOE standards referenced in section 2.1.2 contain additional

guidance that can be used. Conversely, not all of the items listed in the guidance may be

necessary to meet a criterion. Considering the graded approach, some facilities may

satisfactorily achieve criteria without considering all of the review guidance.

The evaluators must use their knowledge of the facility's policies and procedures to determine

whether or not a specific criterion or review guidance is applicable to the training program

being reviewed. The determination of applicability is a DOE management (e.g., field program

or training office) responsibility.