How can a handyman train new hires to avoid costly mistakes?

Q: How can a handyman train new hires to avoid costly mistakes?

Direct answer: Prevent rookie mistakes by giving new hires a 'must-ask-first' list for anything that changes scope or safety. Practical steps Define escalation rules: New hires must ask before changing scope, materials, or wiring. Use job kits: Standardize tools and parts so they don't improvise. Review daily: Do a 5-minute end-of-day debrief on what went wrong/right. Next step: Create a 10-item 'ask-first' list and tape it inside the van.

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Accepted Answer

Direct answer: Prevent rookie mistakes by giving new hires a 'must-ask-first' list for anything that changes scope or safety.

Practical steps

Define escalation rules: New hires must ask before changing scope, materials, or wiring.
Use job kits: Standardize tools and parts so they don't improvise.
Review daily: Do a 5-minute end-of-day debrief on what went wrong/right.

Next step: Create a 10-item 'ask-first' list and tape it inside the van.