*training

Question 1

benefits of training

Answer 1

• increased productivity
• improved quality of finished product
• fewer accidents will occur
• greater job satisfaction and motivation for employees
• lower staff turnover
• better candidates applying for posts due to the improved reputation of the organisation
• employees are trained in a range of skills, therefore establishing a more flexible workforce

Question 2

costs of training

Answer 2

• financial cost of training can be high
• once trained, staff may leave for a better job
• productivity may decrease as staff are trained
• some employees may not want to be trained

Question 3

what is induction training

Answer 3

this is training given to new employees to cover aspects such as health and safety procedures, organisational policies and overview of facilities

Question 4

benefits of induction training

Answer 4

• ensures new employees are following the expected policies/guidelines
• allows new employees to settle in before the pressure of the job starts

Question 5

costs of induction training

Answer 5

• for highly complex jobs it may take weeks before the employee is ready to start working on their own
• may use up management time as new employee is shown around/introduced

Question 6

what is on the job training

Answer 6

this is training carried out within the workplace whilst the employee is performing their normal duties

Question 7

benefits of on the job training

Answer 7

• employees are trained using their normal equipment
• training is tailored the business’ needs and objectives
• is less expensive than off the job as courses don’t need to be paid off

Question 8

costs of on the job training

Answer 8

• existing workers may not pass on best techniques
• productivity may decrease whilst training takes place if experienced members of staff and/or equipment is being used for training purposes

Question 9

what is off the job training

Answer 9

this is training that occurs outside the workplace, eg at college or training centrer

Question 10

benefits of off the job training

Answer 10

• training is provided by experienced professionals/experts
• qualifications can be gained by employees
• allows training to take place away from the main function of the business meaning there are fewer distractions

Question 11

costs of off the job training

Answer 11

• other staff may need to cover the work of an employee who is sent on a course
• is more expensive than on the job due to having paid for courses/professionals/qualifications
• the training course may not use the same equipment as the business