Training

• What is the definition of selection in Human Resources?

  Choosing the right employees for a job
• What is the purpose of interviews in the selection process?

  To assess a candidate's suitability for a job
• What do aptitude tests assess?

  The ability to carry out specific duties
• What are psychometric tests designed to show?

  An applicant's personality
• What is the definition of training in Human Resources?

  A range of activities giving job-related skills
• Why must businesses implement health and safety training?

  To comply with new government regulations
• What is retraining necessary for?

  To cope with changing working conditions
• What is the purpose of induction training?

  To familiarize new workers with their environment
• What should new workers learn during induction training?

  Specific methods and policies of the business
• Why is upgrading skills important in training?

  To teach new technologies and improve productivity
• How does retraining benefit workers?

  Allows them to perform multiple jobs effectively
• How does training improve motivation among employees?

  Employees feel valued and appreciated
• What is one health and safety reason for training?

  To prevent accidents and injuries
• How does training lead to improved customer satisfaction?

  By enhancing employee performance in customer interactions
• What is the impact of reduced wastage from training?

  Improved quality and efficiency in production
• How does training reduce costs for a business?

  By increasing productivity and reducing absenteeism
• Why is being competitive important for a business?

  To stay ahead of the competition
• What is the purpose of new technology training?

  To ensure safe and efficient equipment use
• How do training programs create opportunities for employees?

  By preparing them for promotions and greater responsibilities
• What are the advantages of on-the-job training?

  • Cheaper than off-the-job training
  • Quick to organize as needed
  • Effective with supervision
  • Workers contribute to production
• What are the disadvantages of on-the-job training?

  • May not provide in-depth training
  • Takes time from skilled workers
  • Not motivational for trainers
  • May pass on bad habits
• What is job shadowing?

  Following experienced employees throughout the day
• What is the definition of demonstration in training?

  An experienced employee shows how to do a job
• What is mentoring in the context of training?

  A senior employee trains a junior worker
• What are sandwich courses?

  Courses combining work and college attendance
• Why do businesses use outside trainers?

  To provide expertise not available internally
• What is job rotation?

  Regular switching of staff between jobs
• What is coaching in the workplace?

  Guidance from an experienced employee to a junior worker
• What is the goal of coaching?

  To develop skills and improve productivity