On 05/12/2019 22:16, Terry Casey wrote:
In article ,
says...


When they start with use they cannot use a screwdriver. Things were
different 10 years ago, they get worse every year in most cases. Every
so often you get a good one.

Why doesn't your boss give potential apprentices a simple test
to find out if they have even the slightest knowledge of the
subject they wish to be paid to learn about?

For example:

1. What is the UK mains voltage? (Accept both 240 & 230,
though the latter answer might indicate a better knowledge of
the subject.)

2. What are the colours of the wires in a 3-core mains lead?

L?
N?
E?

3. [Line drawing of the inside of a 13A plug.]

On the drawing, using the letters C, E, F, L & N, show the
Live, Neutral and Earth connections and the position of the
Fuse and Cable clamp.

I'm sure you can think up a few more simple general knowledge
questions in similar vein which would, at least, indicate that
they have a head on their shoulders and are not complete and
utter thickos - which many of your apprentces seemm to be!


I once asked one of them how old they were.

Just myself and him in the same room so nothing too complicated.

I think his answer was some sort of a question.

Me "How old are you?"
Apprentice "Who me?"

It's easier just to not talk to some of them.




--
Adam