1.5.3 Business Legislation and Employment

Personal Protective equipment

• The equipment and clothing a business has to provide for its employees.

• A type of clothing worn for fashion purposes.

• Tools used for repairing machinery.

• Safety measures that do not require any equipment.

Consumer protection Legislation

• Laws designed to protect customers from unfair treatment or poor quality goods.

• Regulations that promote competition among businesses.

• Policies that encourage consumer spending.

• Guidelines for advertising and marketing practices.

Health and safety legislation

• Laws that ensure businesses provide a safe working environment for staff and customers.

• Regulations that allow businesses to operate without oversight.

• Guidelines for marketing and advertising products.

• Policies that focus solely on employee benefits.

National Minimum wage

• The legal minimum that can be paid to workers in the UK.

• The average wage paid to workers in the UK.

• The maximum wage that can be paid to workers in the UK.

• The wage that is set by individual employers in the UK.

Fines

• An amount a business has to pay if they do not follow legislation.

• A reward given to businesses for compliance with laws.

• A type of tax imposed on businesses for profit generation.

• A fee charged for late submission of business reports.

National Living Wage

• Higher than the National Minimum Wage - workers get it if they’re over 23.

• Equal to the National Minimum Wage for all workers.

• Only applicable to workers under 23 years old.

• Lower than the National Minimum Wage for all workers.

Employment legislation

• Laws that protect the rights of workers, including fair pay, working hours, and conditions.

• Regulations that govern the hiring process of employees.

• Policies that dictate employee benefits and bonuses.

• Guidelines for workplace dress codes and conduct.

Employee Induction

• The training an employee receives when they start a new job including health and safety.

• A performance review conducted after the first month of employment.

• A mandatory meeting to discuss company policies and procedures.

• An annual training session for all employees.

Legislation

• Laws created by the government that businesses must follow.

• Guidelines for ethical business practices.

• Recommendations for corporate social responsibility.

• Regulations imposed by international organizations.

Discrimination

• Treating someone unfairly based on gender, race, age, disability, or other characteristics.

• Providing equal opportunities to all individuals regardless of their background.

• Encouraging diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

• Recognizing and celebrating individual differences among people.