When an employer becomes aware that a current employee may be a risk to the safety of other employees, the employer may face a charge of _______________ if they continue to employ that person.
A)negligent hiring
B)negligent retention
C)wrongful employment
D)wrongful discharge

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Negligent retention refers to a situation where an employer continues to employ a worker who they know or should reasonably have known poses a risk to the safety of others. This can result in legal action if the employee causes harm to another worker as a result of their behavior. Negligent hiring refers to a situation where an employer hires someone who is not qualified for the job and their lack of qualifications results in harm to others. Wrongful employment and wrongful discharge do not relate specifically to situations where an employee poses a safety risk to others.

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