On-the-Job Training Guide

On-the-job training is not a common practice and does not contribute to increased productivity in specific industries.

On-the-job training can help reduce training costs for a company.

Employees learn about their job mainly through presentations and worksheets during on-the-job training.

New employees participating in on-the-job training do not get a firsthand look at the work procedures they will encounter.

On-the-job training usually takes only a few hours to complete.

On-the-job training allows employees to gain experience in situations very different from those they'll encounter on a daily basis.

Traditional training is usually quicker than on-the-job training in preparing employees for their job tasks.

Setting up on-the-job training programs can be complicated due to the need for detailed presentations and manuals.

Trainees typically start by learning the most challenging parts of their job during on-the-job training.

Employee retention is not a significant concern in any industry according to the text.