Evaluating Performance

DOE-STD-1012-92

5. EVALUATING PERFORMANCE

During the evaluation phase of OJT the instructor (evaluator) administers a

performance test. The purpose of a performance test is to ssess the trainee's performance

against predetermined performance standards. The evaluation phase of OJT should be

separate and distinct from the training phase of OJT. During the evaluation phase of OJT,

the instructor tests the trainee; the time for instruction has ended.

5.1 Performance Testing

A performance test (sometimes called a practical factor) is a practical hands-on

demonstration by the trainee of the knowledge and skills required to perform a task.

Performance tests should be given and evaluated by qualified OJT instructors. The instructor

uses an Evaluation Standard from a TES to determine if the trainee has the knowledge and

skills to perform the task. A performance test should consist of assessments of knowledge

and skill. A trainee's knowledge may be assessed prior to, during, or following task

completion. It is suggested that safety related questions should be asked prior task

performance, a limited number of questions may be asked during the performance test if they

will not distract the trainee from the task's performance, with the remaining questions asked

following task completion.

The trainee is performance tested following the completion of training and any

additional practice necessary to develop proficiency. Just as in the training phase of OJT,

the evaluation phase consists of several distinct steps. To conduct a performance test the

trainee and the instructor should prepare for the test. The instructor should then brief the

trainee, conduct the performance test, debrief the trainee, and document the performance

test.

5.1.1 Preparing for a Performance Test

5.1.1.1 Trainee Preparation. The trainee should review the evaluation standard and

the OJT checklist to determine the required level of accomplishment. If there has been a

time lag between the completion of training and the scheduled performance test, the trainee

should study and/or practice the task under an OJT instructor's supervision to help ensure the

maintenance of competency. The trainee should check to confirm the scheduled evaluation

time, review safety requirements, and obtain any necessary safety equipment.

5.1.1.2 Instructor Preparation. The instructor should confirm scheduled evaluation

time with the trainee and verify that the trainee has completed all prerequisite training. The