This observer's guide and checklist contains materials suitable for on-site evaluation of vocational education programs, a preliminary step in identifying quality indicators. It includes a cover sheet for recording program location and descriptive information and a list of procedures for conducting the evaluation. Separate sheets are provided for the rating of each of 18 quality indicators. Descriptions are given of inferior and superior examples of the particular quality indicator. In addition to a rating scale, space is provided for recommended action to close the gap. These quality indicators are included: needs assessment, guidance program, student placement, followup activities, community responsiveness, evaluating pupils, teacher selection, teacher evaluation, inservice growth, building facilities, vocational classrooms, operation and maintenance (of vocational education areas), tools and equipment, objectives, pupil growth, special pupils, curriculum and change, and innovation. (YLB)