Q.Explain the need and importance of training.

Training affects an organisation's productivity, safety and workforce stability directly, which is why it is treated as an ongoing investment rather than an optional cost.

The need and importance of training can be explained under the following points:

1. Faster productivity for new employees — training shortens the learning curve compared with trial-and-error.
2. Keeps skills updated — with changing technology, machinery and procedures, periodic training keeps employees current.
3. Reduces errors, wastage and accidents — a trained employee handles equipment and materials correctly.
4. Improves morale and reduces turnover — confident, competent employees feel more secure and satisfied.
5. Prepares employees for future promotion — training beyond the bare job requirement builds a pool of promotion-ready employees.
6. Improves quality and consistency of output, since employees performing similar tasks are trained to a common standard.

Limiting the answer to "training helps new employees learn the job," while ignoring its equally important role in updating EXISTING employees' skills and preparing them for promotion.