What does the PQS program define as the minimum skills necessary to perform duties?

The PQS (Personnel Qualification Standards) program is designed to establish a structured approach to defining the skills and knowledge necessary for personnel to effectively perform their duties. In this context, prerequisites refer to the foundational skills or qualifications that a person must have before they can be considered competent in their role.

These prerequisites ensure that individuals are equipped with the basic knowledge and abilities required to meet performance standards and safely carry out their responsibilities. By specifying these minimum skills, the PQS program aims to enhance workforce proficiency, maintain safety, and ensure operational efficiency.

Other terms such as objectives, requirements, and qualifications may relate to different aspects of performance and training but do not specifically capture the idea of minimum skills required prior to undertaking responsibilities as effectively as prerequisites do.