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Employment discrimination is the unjust or prejudicial treatment of different categories of people on the basis of their age, race, gender, and _____ beliefs.
Employment discrimination is the unjust or prejudicial treatment of different categories of people on the basis of their age, race, gender, and _____ beliefs.
religious
Protected classifications are categories of people who are lawfully protected against employment discrimination based on their age, gender, skin color, ethnicity, and physical or mental _____.
Protected classifications are categories of people who are lawfully protected against employment discrimination based on their age, gender, skin color, ethnicity, and physical or mental _____.
disability
Intenational Discrimination or Disparate Treatment occurs when the employer makes a gesture that internally treats an individual _____ on the basis of some criteria.
Intenational Discrimination or Disparate Treatment occurs when the employer makes a gesture that internally treats an individual _____ on the basis of some criteria.
differently
Unintentional Discrimination or Disparate Impact is an indirect type of discrimination whereby a policy or standard gives unequal chances to individuals from various protected _____.
Unintentional Discrimination or Disparate Impact is an indirect type of discrimination whereby a policy or standard gives unequal chances to individuals from various protected _____.
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Several HRM laws tackle a variety of legal issues, including extensive HR concerns such as employment discrimination in the area of age, sex, _____, and other factors.
Several HRM laws tackle a variety of legal issues, including extensive HR concerns such as employment discrimination in the area of age, sex, _____, and other factors.
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Adequate incentives shall be provided to private entities which employ ______ persons.
Adequate incentives shall be provided to private entities which employ ______ persons.
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Private entities that employ disabled persons shall be entitled to an additional deduction, equivalent to ______ percent of the total amount paid as salaries.
Private entities that employ disabled persons shall be entitled to an additional deduction, equivalent to ______ percent of the total amount paid as salaries.
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To qualify for additional deductions, entities must present proof certified by the Department of ______ and Employment.
To qualify for additional deductions, entities must present proof certified by the Department of ______ and Employment.
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Entities that modify their physical facilities for disabled persons can deduct ______ percent of the direct costs from their net taxable income.
Entities that modify their physical facilities for disabled persons can deduct ______ percent of the direct costs from their net taxable income.
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Vocational rehabilitation measures are aimed at developing the skills of ______ persons.
Vocational rehabilitation measures are aimed at developing the skills of ______ persons.
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The State shall promote cooperation between the government and ______ organization to support disabled persons.
The State shall promote cooperation between the government and ______ organization to support disabled persons.
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The Department of Social Welfare and Development shall design training programs providing ______ skills for disabled persons.
The Department of Social Welfare and Development shall design training programs providing ______ skills for disabled persons.
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Livelihood services for disabled persons should also be ensured in the ______ areas.
Livelihood services for disabled persons should also be ensured in the ______ areas.
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Disabled persons are those suffering from restriction of different abilities, as a result of a __________, physical or sensory impairment.
Disabled persons are those suffering from restriction of different abilities, as a result of a __________, physical or sensory impairment.
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No disabled persons shall be denied access to opportunities for suitable __________.
No disabled persons shall be denied access to opportunities for suitable __________.
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A qualified disabled employee shall be subject to the same terms and conditions of __________ as a qualified able-bodied person.
A qualified disabled employee shall be subject to the same terms and conditions of __________ as a qualified able-bodied person.
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Five percent (5%) of all casual, emergency and contractual positions in the Department of Social Welfare and Development shall be reserved for __________ persons.
Five percent (5%) of all casual, emergency and contractual positions in the Department of Social Welfare and Development shall be reserved for __________ persons.
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If suitable employment for disabled persons cannot be found through open employment, the State shall provide it by means of __________ employment.
If suitable employment for disabled persons cannot be found through open employment, the State shall provide it by means of __________ employment.
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Disabled persons shall be eligible as apprentices or learners, provided that their __________ is not much as to effectively impede job performance.
Disabled persons shall be eligible as apprentices or learners, provided that their __________ is not much as to effectively impede job performance.
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After the lapse of the period of apprenticeship, if found satisfactory in job performance, disabled persons shall be eligible for __________.
After the lapse of the period of apprenticeship, if found satisfactory in job performance, disabled persons shall be eligible for __________.
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The Act aims for the rehabilitation, self-development, and self-reliance of __________ persons.
The Act aims for the rehabilitation, self-development, and self-reliance of __________ persons.
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Section 2(b) stipulates that the state must protect local and overseas ______.
Section 2(b) stipulates that the state must protect local and overseas ______.
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Equality of men and women before the law is affirmed in ______.
Equality of men and women before the law is affirmed in ______.
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The MAGNA CARTA FOR PUBLIC HEALTH WORKERS ACT, 1992 includes provisions against ______ for public health workers.
The MAGNA CARTA FOR PUBLIC HEALTH WORKERS ACT, 1992 includes provisions against ______ for public health workers.
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Section 7 requires everything possible to permit married couples who are both public health workers to be employed in the same ______.
Section 7 requires everything possible to permit married couples who are both public health workers to be employed in the same ______.
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Section 41c of the LOCAL GOVERNMENT CODE provides seats for ______ in all local legislative assemblies.
Section 41c of the LOCAL GOVERNMENT CODE provides seats for ______ in all local legislative assemblies.
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The EXECUTIVE ORDER CONCERNING THE EQUALITY OF ACCESS TO EDUCATION aims to promote the ______ of access to education.
The EXECUTIVE ORDER CONCERNING THE EQUALITY OF ACCESS TO EDUCATION aims to promote the ______ of access to education.
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The REPUBLIC ACT CONCERNING PRIVATE EDUCATION (6728), 1989 grants government assistance to students and ______ in private education.
The REPUBLIC ACT CONCERNING PRIVATE EDUCATION (6728), 1989 grants government assistance to students and ______ in private education.
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Section 27 of the GENERAL APPROPRIATION ACT 1995 directs government agencies to set aside an amount for projects that address ______ issues.
Section 27 of the GENERAL APPROPRIATION ACT 1995 directs government agencies to set aside an amount for projects that address ______ issues.
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The Labor Code of the Philippines prohibits women’s night work, with some exceptions stated in Article ______.
The Labor Code of the Philippines prohibits women’s night work, with some exceptions stated in Article ______.
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According to Article 12, the Secretary of Labor must establish standards for the safety and health of ______ employees.
According to Article 12, the Secretary of Labor must establish standards for the safety and health of ______ employees.
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Article 135 strengthens the prohibition of discrimination against women in terms of ______ and conditions of employment.
Article 135 strengthens the prohibition of discrimination against women in terms of ______ and conditions of employment.
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Under Article 135, discrimination includes paying lower ______ to a woman for work of equal value.
Under Article 135, discrimination includes paying lower ______ to a woman for work of equal value.
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Article 136 prohibits employers from requiring a woman employee not to ______ as a condition of employment.
Article 136 prohibits employers from requiring a woman employee not to ______ as a condition of employment.
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Article 137 specifies that it is unlawful to discharge a woman on account of her ______.
Article 137 specifies that it is unlawful to discharge a woman on account of her ______.
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Under Republic Act no 7655, house helpers earning at least one thousand pesos must be covered by the ______.
Under Republic Act no 7655, house helpers earning at least one thousand pesos must be covered by the ______.
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Book Four Title I of the Labor Code deals with medical, dental, and occupational ______.
Book Four Title I of the Labor Code deals with medical, dental, and occupational ______.
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Study Notes
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
- EEO laws cover various legal concerns related to employment, from recruitment to separation.
- The topic of discrimination is complex with several laws to combat.
- Two key categories of protected people:
- Protected Classifications: Includes groups protected from employment discrimination based on age, gender, skin color, ethnicity, and physical or mental disability.
- Protected Groups: Subcategories within each protected classification. Ex: White, Black, and Brown under skin color.
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Discrimination is unjust treatment based on protected classifications. Two types:
- Intentional Discrimination (Disparate Treatment): Employer intentionally treats an individual differently based on protected characteristics.
- Unintentional Discrimination (Disparate Impact): A policy or standard unintentionally gives unequal chances to individuals from various protected groups.
- Equal employment opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action are important concepts related to discrimination in the workplace.
Republic Act No. 7277: For the Rehabilitation, Self-Development, Self-Reliance of Disabled Persons
- Defines disabled persons: Individuals with limitations in their abilities due to mental, physical, or sensory impairments, preventing them from performing activities considered normal.
- Emphasizes equal opportunity for employment for disabled persons, ensuring they have access to suitable employment.
- Qualified disabled employees must have the same terms and conditions, compensation, benefits, and privileges as qualified able-bodied individuals.
- Requires reserving 5% of casual, emergency, and contractual positions in certain government agencies for disabled persons.
- Provides for sheltered employment if suitable open employment is not available, considering the individual's capabilities and preferences.
- Allows disabled persons to be apprentices or learners if their disability doesn't hinder job performance.
- Incentives for employers encourage private sector participation in employing disabled persons.
- Vocational rehabilitation measures aim to develop the skills and potential of disabled persons, enabling them to compete in the labor market.
Magna Carta for Public Health Workers Act, 1992
- Prohibits discrimination against public health workers based on gender.
- Encourages the employment of married couples who are both public health workers in the same municipality.
- Grants additional benefits to public health workers, ensuring security of tenure, regulation of work hours, and improved leave benefits.
Local Government Code, 1991
- Ensures representation of women in all local legislative assemblies nationwide.
Executive Order Concerning the Equality of Access to Education-117
- Promotes and maintains equal access to education and its benefits for all citizens.
- Allows women to enroll in the Philippine Military Academy.
Republic Act Concerning Private Education (6728), 1989
- Grants government assistance to students and teachers in private education.
- Provides scholarships for private school teachers with low earnings, enabling them to pursue higher education and secure better positions.
General Appropriation Act 1995
- Includes provision for gender-responsive projects.
- Directs government agencies to allocate funds towards projects addressing gender issues.
National Budget Call for Fiscal Year 1996 (National Budget Memorandum no. 67)
- Identifies women in development/gender and development as a priority concern, encouraging government agencies to direct resources towards this objective.
Labor Code of the Philippines, 1974
- Prohibits women’s night work with some exceptions.
- Requires the Secretary of Labor to set standards ensuring the safety and health of women employees, including provisions for seats, separate toilets, nurseries, and minimum age requirements.
- Prohibits discrimination against women regarding terms and conditions of employment, including pay, promotion, training, and scholarships.
- Makes unlawful for an employer to require a woman employee not to marry or to dismiss her based on marriage or pregnancy.
- Provides protections for pregnant women and prohibits dismissal based on pregnancy or fear of future pregnancy.
- Includes provisions concerning minimum wage for house helpers, ensuring their coverage under the Social Security System (SSS).
- Addresses medical, dental, and occupational safety for all employees.
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Test your understanding of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws, which address discrimination in the workplace. This quiz covers protected classifications, intentional vs. unintentional discrimination, and key legal concepts related to employment. Explore how EEO principles apply to various protected groups.
