Fairness in selection is required for moral reasons but may contribute as well to industrial relations, reduction of labour turnover, and public relations.
Various conceptions of fairness in selection are discussed and the following recommendations are made in this regard. First, that compensatory training for disadvantaged groups should be considered. Second, that selection (including the appropriate and careful use of psychological tests) should optimize the quality of the work force and thirdly, that race should not be used as a predictor in selection.
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