Which training record is evidence that an individual or unit completed a specified number of training hours on a topic?

Attendance records serve as the documentation that verifies an individual or unit has completed a specified number of training hours on a particular topic. These records typically capture the names of participants, the dates of training sessions, and the duration of each session, thus providing a clear account of the training completed.

Unlike incident records, which focus on documenting specific emergency events and responses, or scheduling records, which track planned activities without guaranteeing attendance, attendance records specifically confirm that individuals were present for the training. Certification applications, on the other hand, may involve wider criteria and processes related to accreditation, but do not directly reflect the hours spent training on a specific subject. Therefore, attendance records are the most appropriate and reliable evidence for documenting completed training hours.