Employment Act

Employees are entitled overtime pay if they work

• More than 8 hours a day

• More than 24 hours in a week

• Beyond 40 hours or on public holidays

• On weekends only

Which laws were repealed by the Employment Act?

• Fair Labour Standards Act and Female Employees (Grant of maternity leave)

• Education act and child protection act

• Health and safety act and labour code act

• Young persons act and parental leave act

This Employment Act regulations _____

dismissal and ______ dismissal

What is the maximum number of hours for a minor under the age of 18 can work in an school week

• 40

• 48

• 24

• 12

The law prohibits the employment of ______ and regulates working conditions for young people.

The law prohibits employers from requiring employees to provide ______ or take ______ tests as a condition of employment.

Employees are entitled to various types of leave, including ______ leave, ______ leave, family leave, and casual leave.

The Employment Act of ______ in The Bahamas establishes minimum standards for employment conditions.

How does the law regulate wages under the Employment Act?

• By setting a minimum wage for all employees

• By ensuring payment is made on time

• By prohibiting way deductions

• All of the above

The Employment Act of The Bahamas regulates the termination of employment contracts by addressing:

• Overtime pay

• Notice periods

• Working hours for minors

• Fingerprinting policies