Was the trainer aware of the surroundings and the pupil's actions?
This question lies at the heart of the PDI’s professional skill. They should be able to:
- take in the outside world
- observe the actions of the pupil, including comments and body language
- judge whether those actions are suitable in any given situation
- respond accordingly
Any serious lapses in this area are likely to lead to a 0 marking.
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