the task. If there is more than one way of doing a particular job, make sure the method you select is the best way. After selecting a method, analyze it to see if it can be simplified with a resultant saving  in  time  and  effort. When you are planning for surveying opera- tions,   a   vital   step   is   the   selection   of   proper required  equipment  and  supplies.  Proper  selection of surveying equipment may greatly affect the end result  of  a  survey.  Forgetting  to  bring  certain equipment or supplies to the jobsite is one of the most   common   mistakes   made   by   supervisors. Nothing is more frustrating than to arrive at the jobsite  only  to  discover  that  “someone”  forgot to bring a tripod for the transit. The best way to minimize this embarrassing situation is to prepare an  equipment  and  supply  checklist  for  each  job assignment   and   double-check   the   list   after gathering all the items to make sure nothing was omitted. If more than one job is planned, include sufficient equipment and supplies to accomplish all  jobs. The  same  planning  steps  apply  to  drafting assignments.  Certain  drafting  assignments  are difficult to accomplish without proper equipment and  supplies.  As  you  gain  experience,  you  will devise methods that will enable you to improvise with  the  equipment  and  supplies  you  have  on hand. Supervision After a task has been properly planned, it is necessary to supervise the job carefully to ensure that it is completed properly, safely, and on time. Some  pointers  that  will  aid  you  in  supervising work  teams  are  outlined  below. KEEP  THE  CREW  WELL  INFORMED.— Before starting a job, make sure your crew knows what is to be done. Give instructions clearly and urge  your  people  to  ask  questions  about  any points  that  are  not  clear  to  them.  Explain  how the job is related to other jobs and to the overall mission. Make sure that each crew member knows exactly  what  is  expected  of  him  and  what  his responsibilities are. A crew performs much more efficiently when it  is  well  informed.  Be  sure  each  crew  member knows   all   pertinent   safety   precautions   and wears  safety  apparel  where  required.  Check  all equipment  and  tools  before  use  to  ensure  they  are in  safe  condition.  Do  not  permit  the  use  of dangerously  defective  tools  and  equipment;  see that  they  are  turned  in  for  repair  immediately. While the job is under way, check from time to  time  to  ensure  that  the  work  is  progressing satisfactorily.  Determine  if  the  proper  methods and  equipment  are  being  used.  If  a  member  is doing  a  job  incorrectly,  stop  him  and  point  out his mistakes. Then explain the correct procedure and  check  to  see  that  he  follows  it.  In  checking the work of your crew, try to do it in such a way that your men will feel that the purpose of your checking is to teach, guide, and direct, rather than to  criticize  and  find  fault. When  time  permits,  rotate  your  crew  members to  various  jobs.  Rotation  gives  them  varied experience   and   will   help   ensure   your   having somebody  who  can  do  the  work  if  a  member  is hospitalized,  transferred,  or  on  leave. SEEK   TEAMWORK.—   A  good  supervisor should  be  able  to  get  others  to  work  together in  getting  the  job  accomplished.  You  should maintain an approachable attitude towards your men,  making  them  feel  free  to  come  to  you  and seek your advice when in doubt at any time during the   project.   Emotional   balance   is   especially important;  a  supervisor  cannot  become  panicky before  his  men,  unsure  of  himself  in  the  face  of conflicting  forces,  or  pliable  with  influence.  You should use tact and courtesy in dealing with your men and not show partiality to certain members of  the  work  team.  You  should  keep  your  men informed on matters that affect them personally or  concern  their  work.  You  should  also  seek  to maintain a high level of morale, keeping in mind that  low  morale  can  have  a  definite  effect  upon the  quantity  and  quality  of  work  turned  out  by your  men. The  above  is  only  a  brief  treatment  on  the subject  of  supervision.  As  you  advance  in  rate, you will be spending more and more of your time in supervising others, so let us urge that you make a  continuing  effort  to  learn  more  about  the subject.  Study  books  on  supervision  as  well  as leadership.  Also,  read  articles  on  topics  of  concern to  supervisors,  such  as  safety,  training,  job planning, and so forth, that appear from time to time  in  trade  journals  and  other  publications. There is a big need in the Navy for petty officers who are skilled supervisors. So, consider the role of supervisor a challenge and endeavor to become proficient  in  all  areas  of  the  supervisor’s  job. Cooperation If  a  project  is  to  run  smoothly  and  be completed  on  time,  all  crew  leaders  or  supervisors 16-7