A short practical test can show in an hour what an interview may not: whether someone can actually weld that joint, read that drawing or diagnose that fault. Done fairly, it helps honest candidates stand out.
These articles explain how to design and run skills tests for trades and other practical roles, what to watch for, how to keep them safe and fair, and how to combine them with interviews and reference checks.
A hiring a welder checklist for employers: which tickets and certificates to check, how to run a fair test piece, referee questions and warning signs.
Verify tradesperson experience before a bad hire costs you: 5 checks covering licences, supervisors, work evidence, interview questions and a trade test.
