Employment Testing of Persons with Diasabling Conditions - IPAC
Employment Testing of Persons with Diasabling Conditions - IPAC
Employment Testing of Persons with Diasabling Conditions - IPAC
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B. Performance Tests - The physical needs <strong>of</strong> disabled candidates taking<br />
performance testa should be taken into account in the same manner as<br />
for written tests. However, because performance tests generally<br />
approximate actual tasks performed on the job, modifications or<br />
adjustments to test materials must be subjected to close analysis<br />
before implementation. Only those modifications that match<br />
modifications that are likely to be made on the job should be<br />
considered.<br />
C- Ratings <strong>of</strong> Training and Experience - Disabled candidates may require<br />
the same assistance in filling out questionnaires or applications<br />
that they do in taking a written test, and the same types <strong>of</strong><br />
accommodations are appropriate.<br />
VII. Time allowances - Consistent <strong>with</strong> the nature and purposes <strong>of</strong> the test,<br />
additional time will be provided for disabled candidates to complete a<br />
written test when necessary to assure equitable competition <strong>with</strong> nondisabled<br />
candidates.<br />
A. Power testa<br />
A power test is one in which speed is not a major consideration in<br />
rating and all or nearly all candidates are expected to be able to<br />
complete the test <strong>with</strong>in the time allowance. MaxdjBum time allowance<br />
for disabled candidates for a power test will be set according to<br />
the following guidelines.<br />
1. Disabled candidates who are deemed to need additional time<br />
to complete a written test or combination <strong>of</strong> tests will be<br />
allowed double the regular time allowance provided for other<br />
candidates.<br />
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