The most efficient methods are through drug testing, personality testing, integrity testing, aptitude testing, and background checks. ... Employers generally test applicants and employees for drugs and alcohol because they perceive that those who test positive are more likely to be fired or absent from work than those who test negative. ... In order to determine whether an individual is using drugs and alcohol there are several types of drug testing methods that can be used such as urine test, blood test, breath-alcohol test, and saliva and hair test. ... A drug testing policy should inclu...

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For employers, the solution is simple; drug tests are mandatory for employment. ... Yet even in these jobs, random drug testing does not guarantee safety. ... The idea of drug testing employees has good reasons. If employees are explained the reasons for testing and random testing to done fairly, I think not too many people would find a problem with it. ... Drug companies that do not test will go bust. ...

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Drug testing is an unwise choice both financially, and morally, with negative consequences in many aspects. Besides being in violation of your individual rights, drug testing causes workers to feel threatened by their workplace and actually causes them to have a lower moral and self-esteem. ... Many workers can also be falsely tested positive in an error, or drugs may show up for medications or different foods. ... Once that will happen, companies will begin to understand that drug testing does not increase work productivity. Companies where workplace safety is a substantial issue should a...

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Drug Testing in Employment Drug testing in companies has become a bigger issue than most realize. ... Before we break down drug testing in the workplace, we must make clear that workplace drug testing is different from drug testing in other settings. ... If even to say that those jobs should be drug tested, then DesJardins and Duska make the argument that not everyone should be tested. ... Then we get to the Limitations on the drug testing. ... We must also look into the effectiveness of drug testing. ...

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October 30, 2002 Drug Testing for Welfare Recipients In November 1999 the state of Michigan became the first state in the United States to execute a program of random drug testing for welfare recipients. ... Mandatory drug testing for welfare recipients has been debated for quite some time. ... When seeking employment many companies require drug tests before hiring an individual. These tests are crucial in order to prepare individuals on welfare for the harsh realities of the working world. ... Those who test positive and refuse treatment will dissolve any rights to receiving this financ...

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Other forms of monitoring include genetic, psychological, and drug testing. ... Other Forms of Monitoring Drug testing. ... Psychological and genetic testing. ... These tests are usually and provide excellent benefits if used correctly. Many employers use these tests to place employees in job situations that are equivalent to his or her test results. ...

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In an article named "Workplace Drug Testing" published on March 12,2001, American Civil Liberties Union, states that "in some industries, taking a drug test is as routine as filling out a job application, despite the fact that random drug testing is unfair, often inaccurate and unproven as a means of stopping drug use. ... Now, this raises the somewhat obvious question, How do drug tests really invade someone's privacy? ... The Washington D.C police department admitted that they used urine samples collected from drug tests for other discrete purposes. ... Let us ask yet an...

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Since there is no general practice of using PPE in regular situations where phone lines are being installed and the work sites are not being tested for asbestos prior to holes being drilled in the walls, there seems to be a lack of action from the administration in providing adequate safety to these employees. ... If monitoring levels indicate that workers have been exposed to more than the permissible limit, they must receive a written notice within five days of the employer's obtaining the test results. ... Such exams must include a medical history, chest x-ray, and lung function tests....

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When seeking employment in the business field, most employers conduct a personality test. ... The results from my personality test indicated that I am a moderate internal locus of control, implying that I have a tendency to believe that I control my own destiny. ... Evaluation of a person(s) personality through a scale test can be a powerful predictor of behavior in organizations. The test provides the employer with an idea of the work habits of their potential employee before the hiring process is complete. One could also argue that the test does not provide the accurate reading of a per...

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Businesses considering these packages might look for the following capabilities: Computer-based sensitivity, diversity training " these functions test supervisor and employee knowledge of sexual harassment or discrimination issues and educate employees on appropriate responses. ... Before hiring each employee there will an employment test given at the time an application is filled out. If the person passes the employment test, they will be sent for a drug test, and overall physical examination. Once the applicant passes the drug test and has a the physical ability to function on the j...

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For instance, some companies force the employees to take polygraph tests in order to comply with their policies, but it is still morally questionable. ... Some companies have random drug testing since they have to protect public welfare. "Such testing, for example must be truly random (to guard against discrimination), and must be conducted in such a way that the personal space of the persons being tested is not unnecessarily violated (Desjardins and Duska, 1987). ...

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Introduction. Nike is a well-established supplier of sports clothing and equipment (www.nike.com). Nike has successfully opened franchised chains of department stores all over the world. Athens is the host of three of these department stores (www.nike.gr), one being located in Glyfada. The Nike stores provide the public with top quality apparel and equipment at "value for money- prices. ...

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The Test by Angelica Gibbs has used such elements of narrative such as setting, characterisation and diction to both emphasis and develop the dominant issues raised within this short story. ... Eriksson paying for Marian's education as well as offering to come with her for test. ...

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After two to three interviews, utilizing a structured interview together with scores on various tests (tests are modified for the type of position the applicant has applied for) the HR department will reach a decision on whether to make a job offer or not. ... Then the employee to be will be is tested on skills pertinent to the job position. ...

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One important principle to follow throughout the selection process is to base all tests and selection decisions on specific requirements which are as follows: 1. ... Design or acquire test to measure and evaluate all KSA's . ...

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Abstract Business losses due to employee theft are estimated to approach $200 billion annually in the US. Experts pose many reasons for employee theft, but provide few prevention strategies for human resource managers. The various causes of employee theft are explored, from employee personality characteristics, to the social environment, to flaws in the organization's control system. From this analysis, guidelines for theft prevention strategies are offered. Since strategies may involve top-down control or trust-building experiences for employees and managers, HR managers are encouraged t...

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Discuss the ADA laws, who is covered, how can citizens qualify and what do employers need to do to respond to these laws. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)-Simply Stated The ADA prohibits any type of employment related discrimination on the basis of disability. When the ADA was first implemented on July 26, 1992, only employers with 25 or more employees were bound to its laws and regulations. The law was amended to include compliance of those employers with 15 or more employees effective July 26, 1994. The ADA is administered by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC...

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Assoc. prof. Dr. Önder BARLI, Research assist. Seref KURT, Yildiz ÇABUK, Koray MOLLAOGLU Department of Forest Industry Engineering, Subdivision of Industrial Administration, Black Sea Technical University, Trabzon, Turkey. Keyword: Job satisfaction, Education level, Working in area of sel...

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In a matter of principles in the workplace, often times the law is in favor of productivity rather than morality. Although our countries regulation claims to be based on honorable values there are situations where business economic profit is the objective and ethical ideals fall secondary to that ai...

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This paper will explore the notion of theory and why it is important in research and how it is used from the perspective of three different scholarly articles regarding institutional theory, economic theory and dual market theory. Also, this paper will describe the theories utilized in each specific...

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They employ interviews, aptitude assessment tests, counseling sessions and interview sessions to evaluate and direct students. ... In addition, they may organize for an achievement and aptitude tests to aid in assessing the best career options for an individual. ...

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Part one will see each employee completing a self-writing assessment test. Test results will provide program staff means to determine where each employee strengths and weakness suggest they begin training. ...

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Should drug testing be mandatory to gain employment? Many people would argue that it should not be done, possibly just as many people would argue that it should be. The reasons for a company to require drug screening are surely different from the reason the government would require for legal matters...

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LL Bean is geared toward outdoor equipment and clothing and the majority of their sales were through catalog and retail stores. LL Bean was founded in 1912 by Leon Leonwood Bean. LL Bean's number one priority is to provide high quality products and keep customers satisfied. LL Bean is a family owned...

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Introduction Kudler Fine Foods has experienced significant growth and is currently focused on expanding services, improving the efficiency of its operations, and increasing the customer purchase cycle to boost the profitability and loyalty of its customer base (Virtual Organization Portal Apollo Gro...

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