Error Checking Tests

What are error checking tests?

Error checking tests assess a candidate’s ability to identify errors in data sets and assess the correctness of information. They are also known as Data checking tests. Candidates are required to complete error checking tests under timed test conditions.

In the example below, compare the blue code and say whether it appears on the left or not:

How to prepare for an error checking test?

The best way to prepare is to do good quality question practice. The error checking tests below have been developed by Chartered Occupational Psychologists who are the professionals who develop the test publisher psychometric tests

You can also improve your error checking abilities by:

• Reviewing your own work for errors e.g. self-reviewing emails you write.

• Reviewing a colleague or friend’s work e.g. an essay.

The main challenge of error checking tests is the limited time you have to complete each question.

This is why it’s very important that you practice timed error checking tests and get used to working quickly and accurately while under time pressure.

Who uses error-checking tests?

Candidates applying for the following roles may be asked to take error checking tests:

• Operational roles e.g. call centre staff, invoice processing staff.

• Administrative roles e.g. secretaries, business support roles.

• Customer facing roles e.g. sales staff, customer support staff.

Which test publishers produce error checking tests?

Many of the major test publishers produce error checking tests e.g. Saville Assessment (part of Willis Towers Watson) and CEB both produce error checking tests.