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What is affirmative action?
What is affirmative action?
- A program to reduce the number of employees in an organization
- A hiring program that excludes minorities and women from employment
- A hiring program used to recruit minorities and women in many FES organizations (correct)
- A disciplinary program for employees not meeting performance standards
What does the Americans with Disabilities Act provide?
What does the Americans with Disabilities Act provide?
- It mandates a 40-hour work week for all employees
- A program for affirmative action in hiring practices
- Civil rights protection to people with disabilities, guaranteeing equal opportunity in various areas (correct)
- A requirement for sensitivity training in the workplace
What is the apprentice phase in an FES organization?
What is the apprentice phase in an FES organization?
- A 1-year period in which a new FES member learns additional knowledge and skills (correct)
- A training period specifically for administrative roles
- A phase for senior employees to train juniors
- A mandatory phase for promotions
What does 'banding' refer to in the context of FES organizations?
What does 'banding' refer to in the context of FES organizations?
Which of the following best describes the purpose of affirmative action programs?
Which of the following best describes the purpose of affirmative action programs?
What is the primary purpose of a probationary period for new employees?
What is the primary purpose of a probationary period for new employees?
In employment law, what does the term 'property interests' refer to?
In employment law, what does the term 'property interests' refer to?
What does quid pro quo harassment typically involve?
What does quid pro quo harassment typically involve?
What is meant by the term 'reductions in force' in the workplace?
What is meant by the term 'reductions in force' in the workplace?
What is the main goal of sensitivity training in the workplace?
What is the main goal of sensitivity training in the workplace?
What defines a union in the context of employment?
What defines a union in the context of employment?
What benefits does workers' compensation provide to employees?
What benefits does workers' compensation provide to employees?
What is an essential function of a probationary period for newly hired employees?
What is an essential function of a probationary period for newly hired employees?
What is a hiring or promotion technique where candidates are grouped into bands and selected randomly or based on diversity goals?
What is a hiring or promotion technique where candidates are grouped into bands and selected randomly or based on diversity goals?
What do the Civil Rights Acts guarantee regarding workplace treatment?
What do the Civil Rights Acts guarantee regarding workplace treatment?
What is the definition of constructive discharge in an employment context?
What is the definition of constructive discharge in an employment context?
In workplace terminology, what does diversity encompass?
In workplace terminology, what does diversity encompass?
What is the primary role of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission?
What is the primary role of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission?
What key provisions does the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 establish?
What key provisions does the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 establish?
What does the Family and Medical Leave Act require of employers?
What does the Family and Medical Leave Act require of employers?
Which factor constitutes a hostile work environment?
Which factor constitutes a hostile work environment?
What is the primary function of human resources within an organization?
What is the primary function of human resources within an organization?
What does insubordination refer to in a work setting?
What does insubordination refer to in a work setting?
What does job analysis involve in an employment context?
What does job analysis involve in an employment context?
What does 'light duty' mean in the context of employment?
What does 'light duty' mean in the context of employment?
What is the main purpose of the National Labor Relations Act?
What is the main purpose of the National Labor Relations Act?
What is indicated by a probationary period in employment?
What is indicated by a probationary period in employment?
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Study Notes
Affirmative Action
- A hiring program designed to recruit minorities and women within FES organizations.
Americans with Disabilities Act
- Provides civil rights protections to individuals with disabilities, ensuring equal opportunities in various sectors.
Apprentice Phase
- A one-year duration where new FES members acquire essential knowledge and skills relevant to their roles.
Banding
- Refers to a hiring or promotion strategy where candidates are grouped into bands and selected based on diversity goals.
Civil Rights Acts
- Guarantees protection against discrimination based on race, religion, gender, or national origin, promoting equal treatment.
Constructive Discharge
- A legal concept indicating an employee resigns due to intolerable working conditions imposed by the employer.
Diversity
- Represents a mix of employees with different attributes, including sex, race, age, and values, fostering an inclusive work environment.
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)
- Enforces civil rights laws against workplace discrimination, ensuring compliance with equal treatment regulations.
Fair Labor Standards Act
- Established in 1938, it includes mandates for a 40-hour workweek, national minimum wage, overtime pay, and child labor restrictions.
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
- Requires employers with over 50 employees to provide up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave annually for family-related responsibilities.
Hostile Environment
- Describes a workplace scenario characterized by repeated inappropriate conduct that is offensive or intimidating to employees.
Human Resources
- Responsible for the recruitment, hiring, training, evaluation, and compensation of employees within an organization.
Insubordination
- Defined as the willful disobedience of an employee regarding an order or directive from a superior.
Job Analysis
- A method used to determine job requirements, including hiring criteria, training needs, and performance evaluation.
Light Duty
- Temporary assignments provided to employees recovering from injuries sustained on the job in specified areas.
National Labor Relations Act
- Protects the rights of employees and employers while promoting collective bargaining and preventing unfair labor practices.
Probationary Period
- A designated time after hiring used to assess a new employee's performance, allowing for separation without cause.
Property Interests
- Refers to the employer's obligation to ensure due process in disciplinary actions when terminating an employee.
Quid Pro Quo
- Involves harassment where authority figures exploit their control over an employee's employment future.
Reductions in Force
- A strategy utilized to identify employees who will be laid off as a result of budget constraints.
Sensitivity Training
- Aims to educate employees on personal differences to promote understanding and social harmony within the workplace.
Unions
- Associations formed by workers to collectively discuss and address workplace issues with management.
Workers’ Compensation
- Offers wage replacement and medical benefits to workers injured on the job, protecting employers from lawsuits related to negligence.
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