Written Examinations

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Written Examinations

Written examinations should be based upon the topics presented in classroom training portion of the

training curriculum as detailed in the qualification or certification procedure and contain a

representative selection of questions derived from these topics. The qualification or certification

procedure should identify the passing score for written examination. The written examination score

for qualification or certification may be a composite grade of all individual examination scores.

Oral Examinations

Oral examinations should be based upon the topics presented in classroom and/or practical training

portion of the training curriculum detailed in the certification procedure. No numerical value is

assigned to oral examinations. The candidate's responses should be evaluated by the examiner as

"satisfactory" or "unsatisfactory" based upon the individual exhibiting a basic knowledge in the

questioned area and the individual is capable of correctly responding to the question. The questions

asked, the candidate's responses to those questions, and the examiner's evaluation should be

documented. The oral examination score for certification should be a composite grade of all

individual oral examinations.

Operational Evaluations

Operational evaluations are based upon the performance items presented in practical training portion

of the training curriculum detailed in the qualification or certification procedure. Operational

evaluations should require the candidate to demonstrate an understanding of, and the ability to

perform the actions necessary to operate the facility safely. Operational evaluations should contain

questions and operational exercises, and may include system and/or component operations. No

numerical value is assigned to operational evaluations. The candidate's demonstrations are evaluated

by the examiner as "satisfactory"or "unsatisfactory." The job functions demonstrated, the candidate's

performance in these demonstrations, and the examiner's evaluation should be documented. The

operational evaluation score for qualification or certification should be a composite grade of all

individual operational evaluations.

Records

Each qualification and certification procedure should specify the records used to document an

individual' qualifications, and specify how such documentation is processed for approval. Training

records should be developed, prepared, and maintained in accordance with written procedures. These

procedures should identify the types of records kept and organization responsible for controlling and

retaining training records.

Records of initial qualification, certification and Requalification should be maintained as individual

files. Records should be documented and include the following types of information:

1. Records of education and experience, including resumes;

2. Results of medical examinations (when required);

3. Records of training completed, such as attendance sheets or computer summaries;

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