Step 4 - Identify Tasks

Step 1 of this segment. Hang the duty area pages in two vertical

columns down the center of the wall. Note: Wall space will be at a

premium, so place the pages very close together, but do not tape them

together.

Do not belabor the revision process at this point. Let the team know

they will be able to make further changes later in the process, if needed.

Review Information with the Team

Since this step will require the most effort, you can increase the team's

efficiency in identifying all of the tasks within each duty area by

reminding the team members of some key points regarding tasks and task

statements.

As needed, refer team

members to the job

First, review the criteria for a task and criteria for a well-written task

aids showing criteria

statement. These are provided in the "Workshop" section of the

for tasks and criteria

Participant Manual as a job aid for team members to use as they identify

for task statements

tasks during this step. They are also shown here for your convenience.

Team members

Is a trainable chunk of work

should attempt to

Has identifiable beginning and end

apply these criteria as

they silently generate

Involves several elements

their task lists during

Results in an identifiable product, service, or decision

the Nominal Group

Can be performed over a short period of time

Technique.

Can be performed independent of other work

Can be observed and measured

You must help the

team further apply the

criteria as you obtain

group consensus on

each task statement.

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