- (a) The requirements and provisions in this section apply to procedures for periodic, final, and skills testing conducted by training providers during and at the end of a training program. For procedures regarding state examinations for certification (commission examinations that occur after a training program is completed), see Chapter 439 of this title.
- (b) Periodic and comprehensive final tests shall be given by the training provider in addition to the commission examination required in Chapter 439 of this title.
- (c) Periodic written tests shall be administered at the ratio of one test per 50 hours of recommended training, or portion thereof. In addition to periodic tests, a comprehensive final written test must be administered. A passing score of 70% must be achieved on all required written tests. If a course is taught in phases, one comprehensive final written test shall be administered at the completion of all phases and a passing score of 70% must be achieved.
- (d) If performance skill evaluations are part of the applicable curriculum, performance testing shall be done and records kept in accordance with §427.301 of this title. This will ensure that each trainee has demonstrated an ability to competently and carefully perform all tasks and operations associated with the training, both individually and as a member of a team.
- (e) Performance testing should be used to the maximum extent practical. The performance skills contained in the applicable curriculum shall be used to satisfy performance skills requirements. Each trainee shall be prepared to demonstrate any performance skill in the presence of a commission representative as required in Chapter 439 of this title.
Source Note:The provisions of this §427.305 adopted to be effective March 27, 2006, 31 TexReg 2696.