Do the occupational group qualification standards apply in the hiring of casual workers?
No. As per sub-section 50(3) of the PSEA, the Treasury Board occupational group qualification standards do not apply to casual workers. However, the hiring manager is accountable to ensure that the casual worker is qualified and competent to undertake the duties to be performed – especially for work of a professional or technical nature. In so doing, the occupational group qualification standards should be used to guide the manager’s hiring decision.
