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What is the primary purpose of the Whistleblower Protection Act (WPA)?
What is the primary purpose of the Whistleblower Protection Act (WPA)?
Who should concerns about possible retaliation be reported to?
Who should concerns about possible retaliation be reported to?
Which of the following correctly describes a whistleblower?
Which of the following correctly describes a whistleblower?
Study Notes
Whistleblower Protection Act (WPA)
- Protects employees reporting unsafe or illegal workplace conditions.
- A whistleblower is someone who reports such conditions.
- Whistleblower retaliation is action taken – or threatened – against an employee for whistleblowing.
- This includes personnel actions based on reporting injuries, safety concerns or protected activities.
Qsource Policy
- Qsource prohibits retaliation against anyone reporting in good faith or participating in investigations.
- Retaliation results in disciplinary action, potentially including termination.
- Employees should report potential retaliation to the Compliance Officer.
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Description
This quiz covers the key aspects of the Whistleblower Protection Act (WPA) and how it safeguards employees who report unsafe or illegal workplace conditions. It also highlights the policy on retaliation and the steps employees should take if they experience such actions in relation to whistleblowing. Test your understanding of these crucial protections and workplace policies.
