job/life skill vocabulary

First Aid

• Medical help needed for emergencies. A business may have a kit with emergency medical supplies.

• A type of insurance for medical expenses.

• A procedure for cooking food safely.

• A method for treating minor injuries at home.

Reception Desk

• The area where visitors are greeted and assisted upon entering an office or building.

• A place where employees work on their tasks.

• A lounge area for employees to relax during breaks.

• A storage room for office supplies.

Office Etiquette

• The rules for using office equipment only.

• The customary code of polite behavior in an office environment, including dress code, communication, and interaction with colleagues.

• The guidelines for taking breaks during work hours.

• The procedures for submitting expense reports.

Safety Rules

• Work place requirements to ensure safety for everyone.

• Guidelines for effective communication in the workplace.

• Strategies for improving employee productivity.

• Methods for reducing workplace conflicts.

Workstation

• An area where an employee performs their job tasks, typically consisting of a desk, computer, and other necessary equipment.

• A place where employees take breaks and relax during work hours.

• A meeting room equipped with video conferencing tools.

• A storage area for office supplies and equipment.

Break Room

• A designated area where employees can relax and take breaks during work hours.

• A place where employees can store their personal belongings.

• A meeting room for team discussions and brainstorming.

• A cafeteria where employees can have lunch.

Cafeteria

• A place where you can go to eat during the day.

• A room for studying and doing homework.

• A location for holding meetings and conferences.

• A facility for sports and physical activities.

Office Hours

• The designated times during which employees are expected to be present and working in the office.

• The hours when the office is closed to the public.

• The time allocated for employee breaks during the workday.

• The hours when employees can work remotely.

Zip Code

• A 5 digit number used by the U.S Postal Service for delivery to a specific area in the United States

• A code used for international shipping

• A number assigned to every citizen in the U.S

• A postal code used only in urban areas

Time Card

• A device used to clock in and out of work

• A type of calendar for scheduling shifts

• A tool for measuring productivity

• A form used for employee evaluations