HRP 3rd 9 Wks Exam (22-23)

What among the following is NOT a reason behind the rising injury rate among young workers?

• Inexperience and lack of safety training

• Lack of biological and physical fitness

• Laziness and unwillingness to work

• Hazards typical to workplace including unsafe equipment and slippery floors

What's an example of professional language?

• Good Morning. How may I help you?

• What's up? Good to see ya!

• Hey! What's happening?

About 80% of all accidents are caused by

• another person at work

• by the person themselves

• by a customer

• none of the above

An employee slips and falls while working and has to be admitted to the hospital. The employer must notify OSHA within

• 6

• 24

• 12

• 36

Who is responsible to provide you with training required by OSHA standards?

• The employer

• The union

• The government

• The worker/employee

These organizations tried to improve working conditions for workers-

• Political Bosses

• Labor Unions

• Political Machines

• Farmers

Michelle, who is Italian-American, receives from her friend an e-mail joke that pokes fun at Italian-Americans. Michelle is not offended by her friend's joke, and in fact finds it funny. Michelle thinks that some of her coworkers might find the joke funny, too, and she decides to forward it to them.

Can Michelle get into trouble for sending the e-mail?

• No, because it was sent in the spirit of fun.
• No, because Michelle is Italian-American.
• Yes, but only if her employer has a policy that limits e-mail use to business purposes.
• Yes, because her joke is inappropriate and potentially offensive.

The acronym EEOC stands for which of the following?

• Equal Employment Opportunity Council

• Employment Equality Opportunity Council

• Equal Employment Opportunity Commission

• Employment Equality Opportunity Commission

Fred has worked for his employer for 12 years.  His mother was diagnosed with cancer.  Fred requested time off to care for his mother.  His employer refused.  Which act is this company violating?

• Wage and Hour Act
• Americans with Disability Act
• Age Discrimination in Employment Act
• Family Medical Leave Act

Under the FLSA, no one under _____ years of age can legally be employed, with few exceptions.

• 8

• 18

• 14

• 16