Particular policies applicable to the procedures Instructions should be developed on a preprinted form. A suggested format for instructional information is to separate headings common to each page from details of procedures. Writing Methods Procedures should be clearly written. Write the plan with the assumption it will be implemented by personnel completely unfamiliar with the function and operation. Use short, direct sentences, and keep them simple.
Long sentences can overwhelm or confuse the reader.
Use topic sentences to start each paragraph. Use short paragraphs. Long paragraphs can be detrimental to reader comprehension. Present one idea at a time. Two thoughts normally require two sentences.