(a) Selection Test
Selection tests are tools used during the recruitment process to assess candidates’ skills, knowledge, and suitability for a job. These may include aptitude tests, personality assessments, language proficiency, or technical tests. For example, a tour guide applicant may take a language fluency test and a knowledge quiz about tourist destinations.
(b) Maternity Benefit Act
The Maternity Benefit Act, 1961 provides paid maternity leave and job protection to female employees. As per the latest amendments, it offers up to 26 weeks of paid leave to women for the birth of the first two children, along with nursing breaks and crèche facilities. This promotes health and job security for working mothers in sectors like hospitality and tourism.
(c) Induction
Induction is the process of introducing new employees to the organization, its culture, and their job responsibilities. It helps them settle into their roles quickly and builds a sense of belonging. In the tourism sector, induction may include training on guest handling, safety measures, and organizational values.
(d) Need for Counselling
Counselling in the workplace involves offering support to employees facing stress, personal issues, or performance challenges. It helps improve mental well-being, reduce absenteeism, and enhance productivity. For instance, hospitality workers dealing with burnout during peak seasons may benefit from professional counselling.
(e) Human Resource Accounting
Human Resource Accounting (HRA) refers to the process of identifying and reporting investments in human capital that are not accounted for in traditional accounting systems. It measures the value of employees based on skills, knowledge, and contribution to organizational performance. HRA is essential in sectors like tourism where people are the primary asset.