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Machinery Lubrication March April 2014

Machinery Lubrication magazine published by Noria Corporation

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involved. Rewarding participation with certificates and a symbolic gift of the new status may help to create a positive environment. Training Feedback and Competency The effectiveness of the training may be assessed using a variety of methods. One simple way is with a course evaluation provided by the participant. This can be used to express the degree of satisfac- tion with the training, its usefulness and improvement opportunities. Another approach is to give an exam on the topics presented in the training. The exam could be conducted before and after the training to compare the learning acquired, and may include case studies and exercises. This can be an excel- lent tool to measure how much information was retained at the end of the training. A certification exam provided by a recognized organization like the International Council for Machinery Lubrication (ICML) can be very bene- ficial. This will motivate and demand a greater commitment from participants as a result of the new status achieved. It can even be used for career development. The new knowl- edge or skills should also be verified in the field to ensure proce- dures are being followed properly. Not only should the new practices be confirmed, but also whether the objectives or improvements have been achieved. Key performance indicators can be imple- mented to track the program's development and success. These might include the average result and the number of certified professionals. A successful plan demands a thorough under- standing of the training needs based on the organization's objectives. Planning, budgeting and consistent follow-up will also be necessary. While an investment of time and energy will be required, the plan will pay off with better perfor- mance, motivation and ultimately improved plant reliability. About the Authors Alejandro Meza is a senior technical consultant with Noria Corporation. He has more than 20 years of experience in the lubricant industry, technical ser vices, quality assurance, training, consulting and development in the United States, Brazil, Mexico and the Americas region. Contact Alejandro at ameza@noria.com to learn how Noria can help you imple - ment a training plan to support a world-class lubrication program. Chris Christenson is the director of education with Noria Corpora- tion. He has more than 15 years of experience with higher education, adult learning, performance consulting, employee development and organizational development. Contact Chris at cchristenson@noria.com to learn how Noria can help you implement a training plan to support a world-class lubrication program. 54% of lubrication professionals say their organization does not have a training/education plan for maintenance and lubrication team members www.machinerylubrication.com | March - April 2014 21

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