Exam 8: Selection II

Scenario 8-3 Bill, who has an arthritic condition, applied for a position as a private bus driver. He met all the conditions of the selection process but was rejected by the company on the advice of the doctor who performed the mandatory medical examination. -Refer to Scenario 8-3. Which legislation applies in this case?

According to the textbook, which of the following is NOT considered a cognitive ability test?

Scenario 8-3 Bill, who has an arthritic condition, applied for a position as a private bus driver. He met all the conditions of the selection process but was rejected by the company on the advice of the doctor who performed the mandatory medical examination. -Refer to Scenario 8-3. At which staffing stage does the HRM have to be extremely careful not to discriminate due to subjectivity and susceptibility to error?

Scenario 8-1 The Federal Transportation Safety Board recently stated that Provincial Ferries has failed to effectively enforce its zero-tolerance substance abuse policy. As part of its investigation into several fatal ferry accidents, the board revealed a pattern of crew use of cannabis. Data in HRIS showed significant costs associated with employee accidents, absenteeism, turnover, and tardiness due to workplace drug and alcohol use. The company president of one of the ferries wants the Transportation Board to implement mandatory employee drug testing. The union opposes mandatory testing and states that the issue has never been brought to the joint safety committee. Management is wondering why no one is standing up for what is right and reporting coworkers who are impaired on the job. -Refer to Scenario 8-1. As the HRM, what are the three types of legislation that require clear policies in dealing with substance abuse and selection?

What type of test would you use to assess for strength to lift construction material and balance to keep from falling off a roof for construction worker applicants?

Scenario 8-1 The Federal Transportation Safety Board recently stated that Provincial Ferries has failed to effectively enforce its zero-tolerance substance abuse policy. As part of its investigation into several fatal ferry accidents, the board revealed a pattern of crew use of cannabis. Data in HRIS showed significant costs associated with employee accidents, absenteeism, turnover, and tardiness due to workplace drug and alcohol use. The company president of one of the ferries wants the Transportation Board to implement mandatory employee drug testing. The union opposes mandatory testing and states that the issue has never been brought to the joint safety committee. Management is wondering why no one is standing up for what is right and reporting coworkers who are impaired on the job. -Refer to Scenario 8-1. What two types of legislation are particularly important in this situation?

Theft is costing Canadian grocery stores millions of dollars a day. Many have implemented a controversial inexpensive test to screen out potential thieves that has had a negative impact on public relations and has left applicants feeling that their privacy has been invaded. What type of test are the grocery stores using?

Although people use many terms to describe personalities, there are only four basic dimensions of personality as captured by the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI).

The common wisdom in the literature on employee selection-that cognitive ability testing is not biased against minority group members-is now being significantly challenged.

General cognitive ability is among the most powerful predictors of success in training and job performance for a variety of occupational groups.

Scenario 8-1 The Federal Transportation Safety Board recently stated that Provincial Ferries has failed to effectively enforce its zero-tolerance substance abuse policy. As part of its investigation into several fatal ferry accidents, the board revealed a pattern of crew use of cannabis. Data in HRIS showed significant costs associated with employee accidents, absenteeism, turnover, and tardiness due to workplace drug and alcohol use. The company president of one of the ferries wants the Transportation Board to implement mandatory employee drug testing. The union opposes mandatory testing and states that the issue has never been brought to the joint safety committee. Management is wondering why no one is standing up for what is right and reporting coworkers who are impaired on the job. -Refer to Scenario 8-1. There are many actions the HRM can take. What would be an important step in dealing with this situation?

Scenario 8-1 The Federal Transportation Safety Board recently stated that Provincial Ferries has failed to effectively enforce its zero-tolerance substance abuse policy. As part of its investigation into several fatal ferry accidents, the board revealed a pattern of crew use of cannabis. Data in HRIS showed significant costs associated with employee accidents, absenteeism, turnover, and tardiness due to workplace drug and alcohol use. The company president of one of the ferries wants the Transportation Board to implement mandatory employee drug testing. The union opposes mandatory testing and states that the issue has never been brought to the joint safety committee. Management is wondering why no one is standing up for what is right and reporting coworkers who are impaired on the job. -Refer to Scenario 8-1. According to the Canadian Human Rights Act, which of the following does NOT prohibit discrimination?

Physical requirements for occupational tasks usually fall into three categories: strength, endurance, and speed.

Situational exercises assess aptitude or proficiency in performing important job tasks by using tasks that are abstract and less realistic than those performed on the actual job.

Fitness testing or physical or medical examinations should be administered only after the applicant has been given an offer of employment, which is made conditional on the applicant's passing the test or exam.

Scenario 8-2 A new call centre, Quantum Inc., is hiring individuals with call centre telephone experience and skills. The minimum qualifications are a grade 12 diploma. Applicants must possess the ability to learn new skills and adapt to new situations. Turnover in the call centre industry is very high so the CEO of Quantum wants to ensure that the company's testing process ensures that Quantum hires the most qualified applicants for the positions. -Refer to Scenario 8-2. Which test method could Quantum Inc. use to test for the ability to learn new skills and adapt to new situations?

Scenario 8-2 A new call centre, Quantum Inc., is hiring individuals with call centre telephone experience and skills. The minimum qualifications are a grade 12 diploma. Applicants must possess the ability to learn new skills and adapt to new situations. Turnover in the call centre industry is very high so the CEO of Quantum wants to ensure that the company's testing process ensures that Quantum hires the most qualified applicants for the positions. -Refer to Scenario 8-2. Which test method could Quantum Inc. use to test for telephone skills?

It is important to evaluate the effectiveness of selection tests. Define all the ways in which one might compare integrity tests.

Which of the following refers to a set of abilities that include self-control, zeal and persistence, and the ability to motivate oneself?

Scenario 8-1 The Federal Transportation Safety Board recently stated that Provincial Ferries has failed to effectively enforce its zero-tolerance substance abuse policy. As part of its investigation into several fatal ferry accidents, the board revealed a pattern of crew use of cannabis. Data in HRIS showed significant costs associated with employee accidents, absenteeism, turnover, and tardiness due to workplace drug and alcohol use. The company president of one of the ferries wants the Transportation Board to implement mandatory employee drug testing. The union opposes mandatory testing and states that the issue has never been brought to the joint safety committee. Management is wondering why no one is standing up for what is right and reporting coworkers who are impaired on the job. -Refer to Scenario 8-1. What legal protected ground would mandatory employee drug testing be violating in this situation?