How do you handle a discrepancy between what you were taught in PQS and what you observe in the field?

• A. Ignore it
• B. Follow the chain of command, document the discrepancy, and seek clarification or updates to the PQS as needed
• C. Change the chain of command
• D. Start new PQS

Answer: (D)

When you run into a mismatch between what PQS teaches and what you see in the field, the proper path is to use the formal escalation and documentation process. Report what you observed through the chain of command, document the discrepancy with specifics (what was taught, what you observed, where, when, equipment, procedures), and request clarification or formal updates to the PQS materials as needed. This keeps qualifications accurate, ensures consistency across the team, and puts the responsibility for updates on the appropriate authority.

Ignoring the discrepancy can allow unsafe or outdated practices to continue. Trying to change the chain of command or starting a new PQS would bypass the official process and create confusion or fragmentation in training and qualifications.