A placement is a learning experience. It’s about learning by watching (and listening) someone else do something. Don’t be afraid to ask questions, or shows that you’re keen to learn but pick your moment. Don’t bombard someone with questions whilst they’re trying to perform a work task especially if it’s complicated or difficult. It’s also nice to ask the service user if they’re OK with you observing . This shows respect for the dignity of the service user, and shows your supervisor that you understand an important principle of Health and Social Care. Enjoy .