Employee training

Question 1

What is the definition of On the Job Training?

Answer 1

On-the-job training involves employees improving their knowledge and skills within
the workplace.

Question 2

What are the 2 advantages of On the Job Training?

Answer 2

1. Promotes relationships within the workplace (given that managers are teaching employees)
2. Employees can perform their role while training, minimizing losses to productivity

Question 3

What are the 2 disadvantages of On the Job Training?

Answer 3

1. Employees who are not involved may be disturbed due to low productivity
2. Senior staff may become too busy and unable to focus on other work responsibilities.

Question 4

What is the definition of Off The Job Training?

Answer 4

Off-the-job training involves employees improving their knowledge and skills in a location external to the business.

Question 5

What are the 2 advantages of Off The Job Training?

Answer 5

1. Employees complete training outside of work hours, therefor productivity in the workplace will not be compromised and with greater knowledge productivity can rise in the long-term
2. Employees will train in an environment meant for training which will reduce distractions

Question 6

What are the 2 disadvantages of Off The Job Training?

Answer 6

1. Employees may find a job elsewhere with the qualifications they gain
2. Employees may be unable to translate the skills they have gained into the workplace