Study Notes
Training in business is essential for improving employee skills, efficiency, and compliance with health and safety laws. It can also increase motivation and decrease the need for supervision.
- Induction Training — an introduction to a new employee to fellow employees and explaining the business activities, customs, and procedures.
Example: Helps new employees settle into their job quickly. - On-the-job Training — when an employee is trained by watching a more skilled worker performing the task.
Example: Suitable for low or semi-skilled labor. - Off-the-job Training — when an employee is trained away from the workplace, usually by specialist trainers.
Example: Suitable for high-skilled labor.
Exam Tips
Key Definitions to Remember
- Induction Training
- On-the-job Training
- Off-the-job Training
Common Confusions
- Mixing up on-the-job and off-the-job training methods
- Assuming all training methods are equally effective for all types of jobs
Typical Exam Questions
- What is induction training? An introduction to a new employee to fellow employees and explaining the business activities, customs, and procedures.
- How does on-the-job training differ from off-the-job training? On-the-job training occurs at the workplace while off-the-job training happens away from the workplace.
- What are the benefits of training for a business? Improves efficiency, decreases supervision needed, and increases chances for internal promotion.
What Examiners Usually Test
- Understanding of different types of training
- Benefits and limitations of each training type
- Importance of training in compliance with health and safety laws