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# Readiness

Document readiness assessments performed for a PSE Site Activity, including assessment tools, dates, results, scores, and follow-up information.

The **Needs, Readiness & Effectiveness** section captures whether a needs or readiness assessment was conducted to evaluate the site's preparedness for PSE changes. If an assessment was performed, you can record the tool used, results, and any follow-up assessments.

![Screenshot: The Needs, Readiness & Effectiveness section of a PSE Site Activity with the assessment question answered No, so the assessment fields are hidden, above the Save and continue, Save, and Cancel buttons](https://2560412328-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2Ff0820LrBGQ9ZA8SC4BR1%2Fuploads%2Fgit-blob-c32d4b97ea8a111f5618ddb3975e00a70d1ab21d%2Fpse-readiness-assessment-form.png?alt=media)

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#### Indicate if readiness assessments were performed

Answer **Did you conduct any needs or readiness assessments at this site or organization during the current reporting year** **\*** by selecting **Yes** or **No**.

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**NOTE:** If you select **No**, the assessment fields are hidden and any assessments already recorded are removed when you save. You may proceed to the next section.
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#### Open the assessment form

Under **Needs and Readiness Assessments**, click **Add Assessment** to open the assessment form.
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#### Add an assessment tool type

Select the **Assessment Tool Type** **\*** used to evaluate readiness at the site: **Needs assessment/environmental scan**, **Staff readiness**, or **Organizational readiness**.
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#### Select the assessment tool

Select the specific **Survey Instrument** **\*** from the available options based on the tool type selected. If you select an **Other** option, describe the tool in **Name or brief description of tool**.
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#### Enter the assessment date

Enter the **Approximate date baseline assessment administered** when the readiness assessment was conducted.
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#### Enter the assessment results

Enter a **Brief description of baseline assessment results**, describing the findings and any observations.
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#### Enter the assessment score

Enter the **Assessment Score** received from the readiness assessment, if applicable.
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#### Enter follow-up date

Enter the **Approximate date follow-up assessment administered** for any subsequent readiness assessment conducted at the site. This date cannot be before the baseline assessment date.
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#### Enter follow-up results

Enter a **Brief description of follow-up assessment results** from the subsequent assessment, describing any changes observed.
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#### Enter follow-up score

Enter the **Follow Up Assessment Score** received from the subsequent readiness assessment.
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**TIP:** Multiple readiness assessments can be added to track progress over time. Click **Add Assessment** again to record additional assessments.
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