Question 1

The textbook hints that concerns about terrorism have heightened demands for workplace safety.What,if anything,can individual businesses be expected to do to protect their workers from terrorist activities?

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Question 2

OSHA's is to assure the safety and health of American's workers by setting and enforcing standards,etc..

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OSHA's mission is to assure the safety and health of American workers by setting and enforcing standards, providing training, outreach, education, and assistance.

Question 3

One provider of employment-related drug-testing services reports that drug testing

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The sentence states that drug testing shows a continuous decline in positive tests, indicating that there are fewer positive results over time. Therefore, choice C is the best choice. A, B, and D are not supported by the given sentence.

Question 4

Knowing the pros and cons of drug testing,is it justified? Make a case to support your answer.

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Question 5

The textbook lists several benefits of employee assistance programs (EAPs).What are some potential drawbacks of
EAPs?

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Question 6

Describe the rights of both employers and employees under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA).

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Question 7

The Workplace Violence Research Institute reports that each workday an estimated 16,400 threats are made,723 workers are attacked,and 43,800 are harassed.Discuss OSHA's Recommendations for preventing workplace
violence and how firms can use the recommendations to protect their employees.

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Question 8

Describe the theory behind the polygraph.Does this theory provide an adequate basis for the use oflie detectors?

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Question 9

An OSHA recommendation for preventing workplace violence include all of the following except

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Arming the workplace is not recommended by OSHA as it can escalate situations and increase the risk of injury or death. The other choices are recommended by OSHA as ways to prevent workplace violence.

Question 10

Describe the pluses and minuses to the use of integrity tests.

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Question 11

Manufacturing companies especially those which manufacture chemicals or use chemicals must be in compliance with

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The right to know laws, also known as Hazard Communication Standards, require manufacturing companies using chemicals to inform employees of the potential hazards associated with these chemicals. The purpose of these laws is to make sure employees have access to information about the chemicals they're using or may be exposed to in their work environment. Construction laws, workplace violence concerns, and nitpicking rules don't apply specifically to manufacturing companies that use or make chemicals.

Question 12

A background check practice having caused the most problems for the EEOC includes

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Blanket no-hire policies based on criminal records or negative credit scores have caused the most problems for the EEOC because they disproportionately affect certain protected classes, such as African Americans and Hispanics, who are more likely to have criminal records or poor credit histories due to systemic inequalities. This can result in discrimination claims and violations of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act.

Question 13

Describe the people who might be left out of family-friendly work policies because they do not fit the stereotypical
''family'' mode.

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Question 14

With regard to employee monitoring,websites of concern to employers include all of the following except

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"Gorilla sites" is not a commonly used term for a specific type of website that would be of concern to employers for monitoring purposes. The other options listed - adult sites, gaming sites, and social networking sites - are all commonly monitored by employers due to concerns about productivity, security, and inappropriate behavior.

Question 15

Compare the potential for invasion of individuals' privacy from the USA Patriot Act and the average business.

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Question 16

A state of equilibrium where the demands of a person's personal and professional life are equal is called

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The concept of work/life balance refers to a state where an individual is able to balance their personal and professional demands effectively. It's about creating a fulfilling and meaningful life outside of work while still being productive and successful in your career. Contentment, harmony, and nirvana are not specific enough terms to describe this concept.

Question 17

According to the American Lung Association,an employee who smokes costs the business at least an extra $1,000 each year in added health care costs.Is cost a legitimate issue when considering the implications of smoking in the workplace?

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Question 18

Review the policy guidelines for ensuring employees' right of privacy in the workplace.

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Question 19

Bans on smoking are starting to spread from workplaces to retail businesses like restaurants and bars.Legislation banning smoking has passed in Massachusetts and California localities.Research the effects of these bans.Report
your fmdings.

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Question 20

Describe some of the best family-friendly benefits that are provided to workers.

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Quiz 18: Employtt Stnkcholdcr11: Privacy, Safcty, and Tlcalth