Labour Law Quiz 24 July 2024

Which of the following best describes the relationship between labour and capital?

• Adversarial

• Symbiotic

• Competitive

• Hierarchical

In Kenya, which body oversees the enforcement of labour laws?

• Ministry of Finance

• Ministry of Labour and Social Protection

• Ministry of Education

• Ministry of Health

What do international labour standards primarily aim to achieve?

• Harmonization of global wages

• Protection of workers' rights and conditions

• Promotion of automation in workplaces

• Standardization of employment contracts worldwide

Who are the parties to an employment contract?

• Employer and government

• Employer and trade union

• Employer and employee

• Employer and contractor

What is a key distinction between employees and independent contractors?

• Working hours flexibility

• Tax obligations

• Employment benefits entitlement

• Degree of control over work

The "control test" in determining employment status focuses on:

• Whether the worker is in business on their own account

• The extent of control the employer has over the worker

• Whether the work is fully integrated into the employer's business

• Whether there is mutual obligation between the parties

Under the economic reality test, which factor is NOT considered?

• Whether the worker provides their own equipment

• Whether the worker can hire assistants

• Whether the worker takes financial risk

• Whether the worker is related to the employer

Apprenticeships are typically characterised by:

• Short-term contracts

• On-the-job training

• Independent contractor status

• Full employee benefits

Which international organization sets fundamental labour standards?

• World Trade Organization (WTO)

• International Labour Organization (ILO)

• United Nations (UN)

• International Monetary Fund (IMF)

Which one is not a Labour Institution in Kenya

• National Council for Occupational Safety and Health

• National Labour Council

• The National Council for Occupational Safety and Health

• The National Employment Authority