Physical Abilities Tests: Tests typically test applicants on some physical requirement such as lifting strength, rope climbing, or obstacle course completion.
Advantages
can idendentify individuals who are physically unable to perform the essential functions of a job
without risking injury to themselves or others
can result in decreased costs related to disability/medical claims, insurance, and workers compensation
decreased absenteeism
Disadvantages
costly to administer
requirements must be shown to be job related through a thorough job analysis
may have age based disparate impact against older applicants
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