Overview - MPC

2009
Definition of OJT
Box 4.3: On-the-Job Training (OJT)
On-the-job training (OJT) is a systematic coaching of employees by direct superiors
or managers at the workplace while doing the actual work. It is often supported by
formal classroom training or Off-the-job training (OOJT). It is an important and essential
part of structural training for the employees.
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Purpose of OJT
Off-the-job training (OOJT) is conducted outside the workplace by instructors or
supervisors in a classroom and it is usually useful in disseminating basic knowledge
and skills to a large group of people. OJT complements OOJT by effectively transfering
specific job-related knowledge and skills through practical coaching by direct instructors
or supervisors at the workplace.
Advantage of OJT
The advantages of OJT are as follows:-
- Specific job knowledge and skills are transferred directly to employees.
- Training is related to an employee’s job.
- Employees are in direct contact with the direct superior who can observe, correct
and reinforce skills.
- Errors are corrected immediately.
- Employees gain experience in the actual work environment.
- Both supervisor and worker maintain good working relationship in the course of
such training.
Person in Charge of OJT
The supervisor, line leader, foreman or manager is responsible for training or retraining
of employees or subordinates who report directly to them.
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