Problem
A. What are the advantages and disadvantages of using the following screening devices?
a. Application forms
b. Résumés
c. Reference checks
B. Can a candidate litigate against a former employer for providing negative job-related information during a reference check? Can former employers be litigated against for knowingly withholding unfavourable information during a reference check? Can an employer be held legally liable for not checking references?
C. What are the limitations of cognitive ability testing? Do these limitations outweigh the advantages of selecting employees based on cognitive ability?
D. Why is honesty or integrity testing controversial? When and how should these tests be used?