What is PAT? (Pre Employment Physical Abilities Testing)

Posted by Justin Shepherd
Aug 1, 2022 2:09:46 PM

Hint… It’s not that weirdo from procurement who steals your Cheetos and then wipes their hands on your chair

You’ve probably heard or read the term PAT in relation to hiring, especially for physically demanding jobs. But, what does the term PAT stand for, and what does it really mean? This blog will help you better understand what PAT is and hopefully inform you how a well-designed pre-hire, post-offer PAT can help you identify candidates who are less likely to end up on your OSHA recordables log and help keep production at your facility running at full steam.

Posted by Deborah Lechner
Mar 3, 2022 8:13:25 AM

When Hiring Just to “Fog a Mirror” Is a Bad Idea…

In today’s “post pandemic shutdown” era, the universal cry from almost all industries is that they can’t hire enough workers. Cries of worker shortage abound.

Posted by Deborah Lechner
Feb 21, 2022 3:19:22 PM

Imagine it’s hiring time, and you have questions about a potential employee’s ability to perform a job. How can you find out?

Are you a workplace injury prevention Enigmatologist?

Posted by Deborah Lechner
Jan 11, 2022 10:30:00 AM

Enigmatologist is a term that was coined by Will Shortz, the former editor of Games magazine, He's currently the editor of the New York Times crossword puzzle. Mr. Shortz is apparently the only person in the history of the world to have a degree in Enigmatology (the University of Indiana, 1974). The term refers to one who is analytical - a good problem solver – or one who is skilled in analysis.

Posted by Deborah Lechner
Oct 22, 2021 8:00:00 AM

For the savvy business owner, smart workforce decisions begin long before the day a new employee reports for their first day on the job. But what if you could reduce the chance of injury before a candidate ever punches the clock? Pre employment testing can make the choice easier.

Posted by Deborah Lechner
Oct 18, 2021 8:00:00 AM

In the pursuit of hiring a great workforce, casting the net wide isn’t always the best tactic. The same goes for pre employment testing. Personalized testing tightly matched to specific jobs and tasks matters and can make the difference between a safe and successful hire and an issue waiting to happen.

Posted by Deborah Lechner
Oct 13, 2021 3:30:00 PM

Solid, experienced, reliable workers that can be counted on for exceptional productivity and safety in the workplace are the backbone of any business – assets to your company that are worth their weight in gold. However, as any employer knows, they aren't easy to find and are sometimes even harder to hang on to. A good physical ability test program can help find these workers.

Posted by Deborah Lechner
Oct 10, 2021 8:00:00 AM

Hiring the right person the first time is the ideal for every employer, and if you're in human resources, the ball is in your court and it’s “match point” every time you make an offer. Of course, “match point” is an ideal, so getting it right every single time isn't a realistic expectation. However, you can significantly increase the odds of finding the right applicants for physically demanding jobs when you implement pre employment Physical Abilities Testing as an integral part of your hiring process.

Posted by Deborah Lechner
Oct 7, 2021 8:00:00 AM

When exploring the possibility of implementing a physical ability test in their hiring process, employers sometimes wonder whether these programs are worth the investment in reducing workplace injuries. The answer to that question is yes; they are definitely worthwhile, provided your company is using a well-designed, evidence-based testing program customized to the actual everyday physical demands placed upon your employees. Research shows that programs like this can significantly reduce worker injuries, enhance safety and reduce the toll injuries take on your workers, their families, your business, and your bottom line.

Maximizing the Benefits of Your Pre-Hire Fitness for Duty Testing

Posted by Deborah Lechner
Sep 30, 2020 1:28:26 PM

PAT savings Our clients tell us that one of the most valuable things we do is to help them track the outcomes of their pre-hire testing programs. After all, how do you know if your testing is reducing injuries and work comp costs if you don’t periodically evaluate the before and after picture?

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What is PAT? (Pre Employment Physical Abilities Testing)

Hint… It’s not that weirdo from procurement who steals your Cheetos and then wipes their hands on your chair

When Hiring Just to 'Fog a Mirror' Is a Bad Idea...

When Hiring Just to “Fog a Mirror” Is a Bad Idea…

Post-Offer/Pre-Employment Testing: What Can Employers Legally Do?

Are you a workplace injury prevention Enigmatologist?

Reducing Workplace Injury Starts Before You Hire: The Case for Pre Employment Testing

Get Specific: Why Personalization is Important in Pre Employment Testing

Four Signs You Need a Physical Ability Testing Program

How Pre Employment Testing Can Help You Hire the Right Person the First Time

Physical Ability Testing: Worth It or Not in Reducing Workplace Injuries?

Maximizing the Benefits of Your Pre-Hire Fitness for Duty Testing

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