Chapter 1 - Introduction

Question 1

Why is OJT important in ATC?

Answer 1

Helps trainees to develop skills that they may not be able to pick up in a classroom.

Question 2

Who are the different groups involved in OJT?

Answer 2

1. Unit Training Manager
2. Unit Training Officer
3. OJTIs
4. OJT Assessor
5. Trainee

Question 3

What is the role of the unit training manager?

Answer 3

1. Developing a training program
2. Monitoring the quality of the training provided
3. Adherence to training objectives
4. Addressing weaknesses with unit training personnel
5. Provide the resources needed
6. Checking reports for fairness
7. Acknowledging trainees comments on their reports
8. decide remedial training action when it is required
9. Setting target validation times and unit training objectives
10. Ensuring timely training reports are passed on to ATC HQ
11. Liaise with unit general management regarding training matters

Question 4

What is the role of the unit training officer?

Answer 4

1. Be Conversant with the unit training manual
2. Preparing documentation for a new trainees arrival
3. Give a general briefing to new trainees
4. Ensure that OJTIs are briefed on their students
5. Monitor progress of all trainees
6. Liaise with the training manager
7. Interviews the trainee to resolve any issues that arise
8. Monitor that training reports are written well and on time.

Question 5

What is the main role of the OJTI?

Answer 5

Bear full responsibility for the trainee while they are working together operationally.
Writes reports.

Question 6

Who will complete the 50 hour assessments with students?

Answer 6

OJT Assessor

Question 7

Who is responsible for counting hours and keeping track of when 50 hour checks are due?

Answer 7

The trainee

Question 8

What are the responsibilities of the trainee?

Answer 8

1. Arrive at the correct position in good time
2. Read the appropriate documentation
3. Accept criticism and comments from instructors in the correct spirit