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Which field of study focuses on analyzing work methods and establishing time standards?
Which field of study focuses on analyzing work methods and establishing time standards?
What does the term 'occasionally' refer to in a job context?
What does the term 'occasionally' refer to in a job context?
What is the purpose of job design?
What is the purpose of job design?
Which of the following best defines ergonomics?
Which of the following best defines ergonomics?
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What does job crafting entail?
What does job crafting entail?
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What does the Job Characteristics Model primarily focus on?
What does the Job Characteristics Model primarily focus on?
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What is meant by employee engagement?
What is meant by employee engagement?
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What does dejobbing refer to?
What does dejobbing refer to?
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Which job characteristic indicates the degree to which a job allows for different activities?
Which job characteristic indicates the degree to which a job allows for different activities?
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What is the term used for when the combined effort of a team exceeds the total of each individual’s effort?
What is the term used for when the combined effort of a team exceeds the total of each individual’s effort?
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Which psychological state relates to the understanding of how well one’s work is performed?
Which psychological state relates to the understanding of how well one’s work is performed?
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Which synergistic characteristic involves the willingness to hear different opinions and ideas?
Which synergistic characteristic involves the willingness to hear different opinions and ideas?
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What does employee empowerment primarily involve?
What does employee empowerment primarily involve?
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Which of the following is NOT one of the job characteristics needed to produce meaningful work?
Which of the following is NOT one of the job characteristics needed to produce meaningful work?
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In teamwork, which characteristic is most associated with achieving a collective agreement?
In teamwork, which characteristic is most associated with achieving a collective agreement?
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Which job characteristic relates to the impact of the job on others and the larger community?
Which job characteristic relates to the impact of the job on others and the larger community?
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What is a defining characteristic of the mechanical approach toward personnel?
What is a defining characteristic of the mechanical approach toward personnel?
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Which of the following is NOT a component associated with the mechanical approach to personnel?
Which of the following is NOT a component associated with the mechanical approach to personnel?
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What does the 'social audit' entail in the context of personnel management?
What does the 'social audit' entail in the context of personnel management?
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How does the mechanical approach perceive personnel?
How does the mechanical approach perceive personnel?
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Which statement best reflects the obligations of a personnel manager within the mechanistic framework?
Which statement best reflects the obligations of a personnel manager within the mechanistic framework?
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What is a potential problem associated with the mechanical approach to personnel management?
What is a potential problem associated with the mechanical approach to personnel management?
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Which approach is often used to describe the mechanical perspective on labor?
Which approach is often used to describe the mechanical perspective on labor?
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In a closed system, what is the mechanical approach's stance towards outside influences?
In a closed system, what is the mechanical approach's stance towards outside influences?
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What is the main purpose of job analysis?
What is the main purpose of job analysis?
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Which of the following is not a type of employment identified in Article 280 of the Labor Code?
Which of the following is not a type of employment identified in Article 280 of the Labor Code?
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Which method is not typically used to collect job analysis data?
Which method is not typically used to collect job analysis data?
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What is a typical component of a job description?
What is a typical component of a job description?
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What is a major issue that can arise from poorly written job descriptions?
What is a major issue that can arise from poorly written job descriptions?
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Which method of job analysis focuses on identifying critical incidents that affect job performance?
Which method of job analysis focuses on identifying critical incidents that affect job performance?
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Which of the following is not an essential part of a job description?
Which of the following is not an essential part of a job description?
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What should be avoided when writing job descriptions to ensure clarity and specificity?
What should be avoided when writing job descriptions to ensure clarity and specificity?
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What is one of the requirements of the Labor Code regarding employee health and safety when the number of employees exceeds 200 but not more than 300?
What is one of the requirements of the Labor Code regarding employee health and safety when the number of employees exceeds 200 but not more than 300?
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Which of the following is a guaranteed right of employees under the Labor Code?
Which of the following is a guaranteed right of employees under the Labor Code?
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What should an employer provide when the number of employees exceeds 50 according to the Labor Code?
What should an employer provide when the number of employees exceeds 50 according to the Labor Code?
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What does the Labor Code require when the number of employees exceeds 300?
What does the Labor Code require when the number of employees exceeds 300?
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What aspect of work conditions does the Labor Code emphasize for employees?
What aspect of work conditions does the Labor Code emphasize for employees?
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Study Notes
Job Characteristics and Employee Teams
- Meaningfulness, responsibility, and knowledge of work outcomes enhance job experiences.
- Five core job characteristics: skill variety, task identity, task significance, autonomy, and feedback.
- Employee teams prioritize collective work functions and delegate decision-making to team members.
- Synergy within teams creates outcomes greater than the sum of individual efforts.
Employee Empowerment
- Involves granting employees the authority to initiate change and take ownership of their roles.
Job Analysis and Job Descriptions
- Job analysis gathers information on job duties, tasks, and activities.
- Methods for job analysis include interviews, questionnaires, observation, and diaries.
- Job description components: job title, job statement, essential functions, and job specifications.
- Issues with job descriptions include vagueness, outdated information, and potential legal violations.
Job Specification and Design
- Job specifications detail the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities for a position.
- Job design improves organizational efficiency and employee satisfaction through analysis.
- Job Characteristics Model correlates job design with higher motivation, lower absenteeism, and enhanced performance.
Employee Engagement and Job Crafting
- Employee engagement involves workers being enthusiastic and fully immersed in their tasks.
- Job crafting allows employees to align their roles with their strengths and passions.
Mechanical Approach to Personnel Management
- Mechanical approach views labor as a factor of production, emphasizing cost-effectiveness and efficiency.
- Problems from this approach include technological unemployment and a rigid organizational structure.
- Closed-system management limits external influences like labor unions or government regulations.
Legal and Constitutional Framework
- Management must understand labor laws to avoid issues related to employee rights and welfare.
- Employee rights include self-organization, humane conditions, and adequate compensation.
Health, Safety, and Social Welfare Provisions
- Labor Code mandates include access to first-aid resources and specific staffing requirements based on employee numbers.
- As employee counts increase, additional healthcare staff and services become mandatory (such as RNs and emergency clinics).
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Explore the crucial job characteristics that influence the meaningfulness of work among employee teams, including aspects like skill variety, responsibility, and feedback. This quiz delves into the psychological aspects of workplace dynamics, particularly in virtual teams.
