During an apprenticeship, what is the purpose of maintaining a log by the supervising CSR?

While documenting transcripts prepared is certainly an important aspect of an apprenticeship, the primary purpose of maintaining a log by the supervising Certified Shorthand Reporter (CSR) encompasses evaluating the apprentice's skills. This log serves as a detailed record that can provide insight into the apprentice's performance, areas of strength, and areas that need improvement.

By keeping a log, the supervising CSR can systematically assess the apprentice’s growth and development throughout the apprenticeship. This evaluation could include tracking different assignments, the complexity of work handled, and how well the apprentice applies skills learned during training. This documentation is crucial for the apprentice's learning process, as it not only tracks progress but also guides feedback and future improvement efforts.

Other options like tracking hours worked or submitting logs to the Commission may be relevant but are not the primary intention of maintaining a log, which fundamentally focuses on skill evaluation.