Quiz: TAFEP

1) How many times did the below advertisement contravene the TAFEP Guidelines?

• Singaporean and Malaysian are welcomed to apply
• Chinese preferred
• Diploma or Graduate in any discipline
• Excellent command of English and Mandarin
• Candidates between 25 – 40 years old are encouraged to apply
• 3 years of relevant working experience

2) How many of the following are TRUE under the TAFEP Guidelines?

• Recruit/select employees on the basis of merit (not of age, race, gender, religion, family status or disability)
• Treat employees fairly and with respect and implement progressive human resources management systems.
• Reward fairly based on their ability, performance, contribution and experience.
• Provide employees with equal opportunities to be considered for training and development based on their strengths and needs, to help them achieve their full potential.
• Abide by labour laws and adopt Tripartite Guidelines on Fair Employment Practices.

3) Which of the following ARE NOT considered as an element of a good job advertisement under the TAFEP guidelines?

1. Warehouse Supervisor needed for a global company.
2. Diploma in Business and experienced in SAP required.
3. Possess good interpersonal and communication skills.
4. Must be Chinese, under 35 years old and single.
5. Must be able to speak Mandarin and dialects.

4) What are the penalties if you fail to comply with TAFEP’s guidelines?

5) Is the company required to advertise on the Jobs Bank if the company wishes to offer a permanent position to an existing foreign trainee on TEP?