Manual dexterity tests are routinely used to assess for any form of work that requires the manual manipulation or assembly of materials. They measure the accuracy of hand movements under controlled conditions.
Peg Board
This test measures manual dexterity using a straightforward task that requires candidates to assemble pins, washers and collars and place them in holes.
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Benefits: Provides a quick assessment of manual dexterity. Gives a measure of dexterity with both hands. Individual scores can be compared to precise job requirements. The Peg Board is used by recruitment agencies for selecting semi-skilled operators, production workers and assemblers. It is also used directly by organisations involved in a range of processing and manufacturing activities.
Materials & Administration: Wooden board (37cms x 29cms), with a semi-ellipse of holes of differing sizes. The board also has a series of practice holes. The performance time is 4 minutes plus administration (set up) time.
Age: 16 years to adult.
Training: Morrisby Dexterity tests are available to suitably experienced personnel: human resources specialists; training, careers or educational practitioners. It is not a requirement to hold a British Psychological Society qualification in Test Use (Occupational, Ability), however we would strongly recommend that users consider training to this level.
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Fine Dexterity
This test measures fine finger and small tool dexterity using a task that requires the precision assembly of collars and washers on pins.
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Benefits: Provides a quick assessment of fine dexterity. Mimics fine finger and small tool tasks. Individual scores can be compared to precise job requirements. The Fine Dexterity test is predominantly used for assessing candidates for small parts assembly, e.g. within the electronics industry. The test measures dexterity with the preferred hand.
Materials & Administration: Wooden board (16cms x 25cms) with 60 pins in 6 rows. There are also 9 'practice' pins. Pockets for the pins and collars are built into the board. A pair of forceps is supplied for the small tool task. The performance time is 4 minutes plus administration (set up) time.
Age: 16 years to adult.
Training: Morrisby Dexterity tests are available to suitably experienced personnel:human resources specialists; training, careers or educational practitioners. It is not a requirement to hold a British Psychological Society qualification in Test Use (Occupational, Ability), however we would strongly recommend that users consider training to this level.
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This is a two part test which measures manual speed and manual skill. The first part involves hand and finger movements in which speed rather than skill contributes to a high score; the second part also involves hand and finger movements, but in this case accuracy is at a premium.
Benefits: An economical, easy to use, and quick to administer measure of manual dexterity. The sub-tests are quick to score and require no scoring keys. Results are obtained for manual speed and skill and overall manual dexterity for both hands.
Materials & Administration: The tests come in a single 'question and answer' booklet. The booklets are non-reusable and are sold in packs of 10. Performance time (including administration) is 4 minutes.
Age: 14 years to adult. General population data is provided for 14 & 15 year olds; adults (16 years +), as well as educational norms for Years 11, 12 and 13. There is also data for engineering apprentices, graduates and managers.
Training: Morrisby Dexterity tests are available to suitably experienced personnel: human resources specialists; training, careers or educational practitioners. It is not a requirement to hold a British Psychological Society qualification in Test Use (Occupational, Ability), however we would strongly recommend that users consider training to this level.
Ordering: For pricing and ordering information contact us