paraphrase Employers that have determined the minimum qualifications for a position must also ensure that the same standards are applied to all applicants. For example, an employer could require applicants for a support staff position to type 60 words per minute, but the employer could not list this qualification solely for its female p. 196applicants. Similarly, an employer may require that all applicants be able to lift 60 pounds, but it cannot set this standard for male applicants while establishing a different standard for female applicants. See Chapter 5, Sex, Pregnancy, and Genetic Discrimination. After the employer has evaluated and determined its precise hiring needs, the next step is to devise a plan to ensure that the most diverse group of qualified candidates are given the opportunity to apply for the position