Work Ethics Quiz

Work Ethics

• Refers to the way employees govern themselves and their overall work attitude
• Characteristics include punctuality, accountability, focus, initiative, productivity, professionalism, dedication, and desire to improve
• Examples of poor work ethics include preferential treatment, gossiping, dishonesty, and selfishness

Developing Good Job Ethics

• Find a job you love
• Don't shy away from hard work
• Always look for ways to improve yourself
• Own your mistakes

Rights and Responsibilities

• A right is anything that is due to a person by law or tradition
• Examples of rights include security of tenure, 40-48 work hours a week, 8 hours a day, a day off after 6 days, and wages
• Responsibilities include following workplace ethics and taking care of one's own safety

Workplace Safety

• Types of hazards include physical, chemical, biological, and psychological hazards
• Signs in the workplace include prohibition signs, warning signs, mandatory signs, and flammable signs
• The 5S methodology includes tidiness, orderliness, cleanliness, standardization, and discipline

Controlling Hazards

• Remove hazards
• Improve work policies and procedures
• Use protective clothing and equipment

Confidentiality

• Refers to not discussing internal information with coworkers
• Types of confidential information include personal information, management information, business information, and trade secrets
• Importance of confidentiality includes professionalism, personal safety, and job security