Application of Observation Skills cont'd

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APPENDIX A

Enabling

Learning

Suggested Learning Activities:

Objectives

5.1-5.3

Review and discuss, with an operations manager, the role of the STA in

observing facility activities. Discuss the techniques for observing

personnel performance and facility conditions (e.g., material, cleanliness,

and industrial safety conditions) in a thorough and critical manner as part

of the normal routine for the STA. Emphasize really " eeing"what

exists, application of observation results, and taking action (i.e.,

reinforcing what is correct or taking action to correct deficiencies).

5.4

Perform a structured exercise of observation skills on operations

activities (i.e., operators performing tasks or technicians or workers

performing tasks that have a direct effect on facility operations) and

inspection of facility conditions (e.g., material, cleanliness, and industrial

safety conditions). Facility observations (including facility tours) with the

operations manager or an experienced STA can be useful in providing

the experience. Simulator activities and videotaped operational activities

may also be useful in providing the experience.

Enabling

Learning

Suggested Evaluation Activities:

Objectives

5.1-5.3

Conduct a qualitative evaluation of trainee responses and discussion.

5.4

Conduct a critique during the structure exercise.

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