Learned abilities that require training and demonstrated competence. Like a trade school. ### Skill Levels & Requirements | Level | Proficiency Requirements | Optimization Evidence | Mastery Standards | Knowledge Sharing | Supervision | Capabilities | | -------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Watcher | - Basic orientation (2hrs)<br>- Safety training completed<br>- Demonstrates basic task understanding | None required | - Follows basic safety protocols<br>- Maintains task awareness | - Actively participates in learning | Always supervised | - Observe processes<br>- Assist under direction<br>- Ask relevant questions | | Support | - 20hrs hands-on training<br>- Completes basic tasks within 150% standard time<br>- 2 peer checkoffs | - Participates in improvement discussions<br>- Shares task observations | - Meets basic quality standards<br>- Maintains consistent output | - Helps orient new watchers<br>- Shares basic task knowledge | Limited supervision | - Execute basic tasks<br>- Follow SOPs accurately<br>- Report issues properly | | Standard | - 40hrs hands-on training<br>- Completes tasks within 110% standard time<br>- 3 peer checkoffs<br>- Passed efficiency assessment | - Contributed to process improvements<br>- Identified resource-saving opportunities | - Exceeds quality metrics<br>- Handles task variations<br>- Resolves common issues | - Successfully supported newer members<br>- Positive collaborative approach<br>- Shares knowledge effectively | Self-directed | - Handle complex tasks<br>- Adapt to conditions<br>- Support team learning | | Expert | - 100hrs hands-on training<br>- Completes tasks within standard time<br>- Can handle any task variation<br>- Demonstrated excellence in emergency situations | - Demonstrated process improvements that reduced community burden<br>- Implemented resource-saving methods<br>- Can quantify improvements (hours/resources saved) | - Sets quality standards<br>- Innovates better methods<br>- Perfect task execution<br>- Handles edge cases | - Demonstrated commitment to others' growth<br>- History of supportive mentorship<br>- Helps others reach their goals | Oversight role | - System optimization<br>- Emergency response<br>- Process innovation<br>- Collaborative leadership | Annual Requalification Requirements: - Expert: Demonstrate maintained expertise through showcase, document innovations, verified teaching impact - Standard: Execute complex tasks at level, show optimization contributions - Support: Confirm basic proficiency, show learning progress - Watcher: Maintain safety awareness, demonstrate engagement Notes: - Advancement based on demonstrated capability, not time served - Focus on current contribution over past achievements - Multiple paths to demonstrate expertise - Teaching effectiveness measured through student outcomes - Innovation impact quantified through burden reduction