OSC 2007 Evaluation Report

2007 OSC Readiness Training Program Evaluation Report
• This year I was able to attend one session. It was very well set up with various presenters that
had good presentation skills and information. Always learn new information.
• Update on current issues of interest and concern; overview of science and approaches used to
address contaminants of concern.
Comments on strengthening the knowledge and skills that are essential to successful job
performance
General comments
• Good insight into how EPA does things,
received some new response ideas.
• Very useful experience for me.
• There is more focus on disaster response
in EPA than I once imagined; our
organizations are quickly melding to
coordinate in such efforts.
• Best way to improve performance and
knowledge is by learning with peers.
• I also attended some sessions outside my
skills base and work area to get an
appreciation of the work. I really enjoyed
doing that.
• I appreciate the work of the OSCs more
and truly understand why they are the core
to what we do.
The program allowed me to strengthen the
knowledge and skills that are essential to
successful job performance.
• Indirectly it enhanced my knowledge base pertaining to my realm (USCG).
• It is impossible to spend 4 and half days in training and not strengthen your knowledge, skills,
and abilities – just not necessarily “ESSENTIAL” to successful job performance.
• My performance as a Regional Coordinator in OEM is improved by: increased knowledge of
OSC functions and issues; meeting and discussing issues with OSCs; and hearing discussions of
regional differences in implementing OEM programs.
• The training was well done and will continue to help me in my job.
Comments related to specific courses and topics
• Contracts
• Beyond the training, I believe the networking — meeting and talking with many OSCs and other
regional folks — has been very helpful.
• The sessions presented by OSCs were particularly informative.
• More policy classes would help.
• Continue to push for evidence-based scientific presentations to provide an improved foundation
and understanding for OSC removal actions or exposure assessments. This is especially
important for new or complex exposures such as bioagents, asbestos, etc.
• Having the Russian Doctor who has been in the business directly related to bio-weapons put
things into perspective. It clarified to “what extremes countries pose threats.” That helps us
better prepare.
• I enjoyed the ESF-10 and Planning for Disaster Courses.
• More OSC Case Studies!
Agree
37%
Disagree
1%
Strongly
Agree
62%
B-5 Comments about the Training Program