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Treat the apprentice or trainee as though they are one of your employees by providing a safe working environment and ensure safe work practices are adhered to in the workplace
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Define the jobs, tasks and roles that the apprentice or trainee will do, keeping in mind the training needs and supervision required
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Ensure the supervising staff have the right skills to manage the apprentice / trainee
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Communicate well and develop a rapport with the trainee / apprentice
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Give the trainee/apprentice the opportunity to try new things and progress their skills
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Allow time for the apprentice/trainee to practice new skills. Expect mistakes. Everyone makes mistakes
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Motivate, watch, coach, praise and ask questions
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Take a personal interest in the trainee / apprentice's development
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Communicate with us promptly should any issues arise