Members are prepared for every meeting. Members read all agenda-related materials sent ahead of time. Members bring necessary handouts. Members are ready to lead discussions of assigned agenda items. The HSWG provides and encourages equal opportunities for participation and members assume individual responsibility to participate fully.
Members interact in a collegial manner.
Members respect everyone s right to speak and to be listened to without interruption. Members are free to ask for clarification or restatement. Members allow constructive criticism of their ideas or proposals as part of the group process. Members are free to express their feelings and are sensitive to the feelings of other members. Members are free to suggest a break, as needed.