MSC 70/20/11
Annex 4 - Aptitude Testing
Tests for the aptitude of a candidate VTS
Operator could be carried out in the following manner:
1. Written test to measure:
Vocabulary
Numeracy
Checking
Coding
Spatial conceptual ability
2. Group test of several candidates to enable an
evaluation to be made of
Sensitivity
Ability to take the initiative in group situations
Ability to command authority and attention in the
group
Capacity for verbal expression.
3. Simultaneous capacity
Candidates should have to divide their attention
among four different tasks that engage their faculties of
sight as well as hearing. Visually they should work with
numbers while listening for important information among a
mass of meaningless communications and performing routine
desk tasks.
4. Interview aimed at judging
Power to take decisions and initiatives;
Judgement and responsibility
Stability and tolerance for stress
Ability to work with people
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