Federal Workers Question Safety Measures As They Return To Workplaces

The video discusses the safety concerns of federal employees returning to workplaces during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) announced that employees would return based on state and local guidance. Unions have raised concerns about the lack of safety regulations and equipment. Several TSA and IRS employees have died, prompting Democratic senators to seek clarification from the Trump administration on protective measures. The OMB and Office of Personnel Management (OPM) are responsible for ensuring effective safety policies.

What did the Office of Management and Budget announce regarding federal employees?

• They would receive a pay raise.

• They would continue working from home indefinitely.

• They would be laid off.

• They would return to work based on state and local guidance.

What is a major concern raised by employee unions?

• Lack of job opportunities.

• Insufficient vacation days.

• Absence of regulations and protective equipment.

• Inadequate training programs.

How many TSA and IRS employees have died during the COVID-19 pandemic?

• 10 TSA and 2 IRS employees.

• 7 TSA and 5 IRS employees.

• 5 TSA and 4 IRS employees.

• 3 TSA and 6 IRS employees.

Which senators sent a letter seeking clarification on federal worker protection?

• Senators Kamala Harris and Cory Booker.

• Senators Mitch McConnell and Chuck Schumer.

• Senators Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren.

• Senators Ted Cruz and Marco Rubio.

What responsibility do the OMB and Office of Personnel Management have?

• To hire more federal employees.

• To ensure effective policies for employee protection.

• To reduce federal employee benefits.

• To increase federal employee salaries.