Refer to Standard Organization and Regula- tions of the U. S. Navy, OPNAVINST  3120.32B, for a detailed explanation of how to prepare the Quarterly and Monthly Training Plan and Weekly Schedule. PLANNING AND DIRECTING TRAINING Before you begin planning, set a training goal. Then plan divisional training to meet that goal. Be sure to allow time for training in personnel qualification standards (PQS) and the planned maintenance system (PMS). Also allow time for general military training (GMT). GMT is training of a general nature in areas such as financial responsibility, sex education, Family Service Center services, and Navy Relief. Your command’s training officer should have a set of GMT lectures and the schedule for the command GMT. Conduct additional GMT when needed. An Effective Training Program An effective training program has three basic features: (1) compatibility, (2) evaluation and instruction, and (3) analysis and improvement. Compatibility means the training program must work within the command’s framework and schedule. Make sure the type of training required will fit into the future schedule of your command. Instruction involves the actual training of personnel. Make sure the instructors responsible for conducting the training or signing qualifica- tions are knowledgeable and capable of clearly communicating the subject matter. Evaluation checks the progress of each person and the ability of division personnel to function together efficiently and safely as a team. Evaluate the instruction to be sure personnel are being properly trained. Analysis consists of observing group and individual performance and comparing the results with standard criteria. Improvements consist of steps needed to make training more effective. To develop an effective division training program, make sure it includes the following elements: Dynamic instruction—Provide instructors who give well-prepared and professional presenta- tions. The instructor should give the impression of having a high degree of knowledge on the subject. Positive leadership—Show an interest in the training program. Make sure persons giving the lectures and signing qualifications can com- municate well with others and have the practical skills  needed. Personal interest—Set realistic training goals and monitor individual progress. Determine why a person is below standard and take remedial action as require to bring the person to the proper level of training. Acknowledge personal achievements with rewards, if appropriate, at divisional quarters. Quality control—Encourage the chain of command to become involved in the training process by testing individuals or having them demonstrate the knowledge level they are credited with having. Technical support—Make sure manuals, technical publications, operating procedures, safety precautions, and other references required for training are available and current. Regular schedule—Set aside a time every week for training, preferably on the same day and time. Methods of Training Although you can use various methods to conduct training, you should use a method of training that meets your objective. When con- ducting formal, structured training, use standard lesson plans. You will find the following methods effective aboard ship: On-the-job-training—Use on-the-job training (OJT) as a personalized means of teaching and developing professional skills. Use it to teach personnel how to perform daily tasks such as those involved in making Planned Maintenance System (PMS) checks and meeting Personnel Qualification Standards (PQS). One of the benefits of OJT is that you can quickly measure results. Taking time to log the amount of time your subordinates spend on OJT provides a more accurate measure of division training. Team Training—Conduct team training in watch or battle station assignments through drills and exercises in port or under way. Take advantage of training offered by local fleet 5-23