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What is the rationale behind the 'Last In, First Out' criterion for retrenchment?
What is the rationale behind the 'Last In, First Out' criterion for retrenchment?
- To ensure that shorter-serving employees are not unfairly targeted for retrenchment
- To minimize the impact on the morale of remaining employees
- To recognize and reward the loyalty of longer-serving employees (correct)
- To prioritize the retention of special skills necessary for the operation of the business
In what circumstances may an employer deviate from the 'Last In, First Out' criterion for retrenchment?
In what circumstances may an employer deviate from the 'Last In, First Out' criterion for retrenchment?
- When the employer wants to recruit new talent
- When the employer is under financial pressure to reduce costs
- When the employee is deemed to be underperforming
- When the continued operation of the business requires specialized skills (correct)
What is the primary consideration for an employer when selecting employees for retrenchment?
What is the primary consideration for an employer when selecting employees for retrenchment?
- Minimizing the impact on employee morale
- Ensuring fairness and objectivity in the selection process (correct)
- Prioritizing the retention of critical skills
- Reducing labor costs
What is a possible reason for an employer to reorganize work?
What is a possible reason for an employer to reorganize work?
What is a consequence of an employer's operational requirements?
What is a consequence of an employer's operational requirements?
What is a possible reason for an employer to dismiss employees at the instruction of a third party?
What is a possible reason for an employer to dismiss employees at the instruction of a third party?
What is a characteristic of a fair and objective selection criterion for retrenchment?
What is a characteristic of a fair and objective selection criterion for retrenchment?
What is a consequence of an employer's refusal to accept changed conditions of employment?
What is a consequence of an employer's refusal to accept changed conditions of employment?
What is the primary objective of the 'Last In, First Out' criterion?
What is the primary objective of the 'Last In, First Out' criterion?
What is a possible consequence of technological changes in the industry?
What is a possible consequence of technological changes in the industry?
What is a key consideration for an employer when restructuring the organization?
What is a key consideration for an employer when restructuring the organization?
