Question 1

The use of unpaid interns is a well-accepted practice that is universally viewed to be fair and acceptable in the context of employment/labour standards legislation.

Accepted Answer

The use of unpaid interns is a controversial topic and can vary depending on the jurisdiction and specific circumstances. While unpaid internships may be legal in some cases, they may violate minimum wage laws and other labour standards in other cases. Additionally, the fairness and acceptability of unpaid internships are subject to debate among experts and stakeholders.

Question 2

In Canada,banks are covered by federal legislation.

Accepted Answer

Banks in Canada are covered by federal legislation, specifically the Bank Act, which is administered by the Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions, a federal agency.

Question 3

The Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)is related to the worker's "right to participate."

Accepted Answer

WHMIS is primarily related to the worker's "right to know" about the hazards and safe use of chemicals in the workplace, rather than their right to participate.

Question 4

The Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)gives individuals the right to access and request correction of the personal information an organization may have collected about them.

Accepted Answer

This is correct. PIPEDA gives individuals the right to access and request correction of their personal information held by organizations.

Question 5

According to a report from the Conference Board of Canada,the majority of Canadian organizations rank diversity as a priority,and more than 80 percent of them have a strategic plan to foster it.

Accepted Answer

There is no specific report from the Conference Board of Canada stating that more than 80 percent of Canadian organizations have a strategic plan to foster diversity.

Question 6

An organization that fails to maintain fairness in hiring or fails to protect the safety of workers may experience employee turnover,lawsuits,and/or negative publicity.

Accepted Answer

Failing to maintain fairness in hiring or protect the safety of workers can lead to a lack of trust and dissatisfaction among employees, which may result in high turnover rates. Additionally, employees may file lawsuits against the organization for discriminatory or unsafe practices, and negative publicity can damage the company's reputation and make it difficult to attract and retain skilled workers.

Question 7

For a behaviour to considered "harassment" it must be physical i.e.offensive verbal behaviour is not likely to be viewed as harassment.

Accepted Answer

Harassment can also include verbal behavior that is offensive and creates a hostile environment for the targeted person.

Question 8

Bill C-45 (Westray Bill)makes anyone who directs the work of others criminally liable for safety offences.

Accepted Answer

Bill C-45, also known as the Westray Bill, amended the Criminal Code of Canada to make directors, officers, and employers criminally liable for workplace safety offences, including negligence and recklessness leading to harm or death of workers. This means that it is not just the individual worker who can be held accountable, but also those who control and direct their work.

Question 9

All of the jurisdictions-provinces,territories,and federal,have privacy laws that regulate how personal information such as personal health and financial information,is handled.

Accepted Answer

All Canadian jurisdictions have privacy laws that regulate how personal information is handled, including personal health and financial information.

Question 10

Discrimination means to treat someone differently,negatively,or adversely because of their race,age,religion,sex,or other prohibited ground.

Accepted Answer

Discrimination is defined as unfair or unequal treatment based on certain grounds or characteristics such as race, age, religion, sex or gender, disability, etc. This treatment can be negative or adverse and can occur in various contexts such as employment, education, housing, etc. Discrimination is illegal and goes against principles of equality and human rights.

Question 11

Federal,provincial,and territorial governments in Canada all play an important role in creating the legal environment for human resource management.

Accepted Answer

All levels of government in Canada, including federal, provincial, and territorial, have a role in creating laws, regulations, and policies that impact human resource management in organizations. This includes laws related to employment standards, labor relations, occupational health and safety, and human rights. Therefore, the statement is true.

Question 12

A health and safety committee is comprised of members from the government and participating organizations.

Accepted Answer

A health and safety committee is comprised of representatives from the organization, including workers and management, rather than the government. The committee is responsible for identifying and addressing workplace hazards and promoting a safer work environment.

Question 13

Discrimination may be direct or indirect.

Accepted Answer

Discrimination can take different forms, and direct and indirect discrimination are two of them. Direct discrimination refers to situations where someone is treated unfairly or less favourably because of a protected characteristic, such as gender, race, age or disability. Indirect discrimination, on the other hand, concerns practices, policies or rules that may apply to everyone, but have a worse impact on some people because of their protected characteristic.

Question 14

The Canadian Human Rights Commission provides oversight and enforces human rights legislation in organizations that fall under either provincial or federal jurisdiction.

Accepted Answer

The Canadian Human Rights Commission only enforces human rights legislation in organizations that fall under federal jurisdiction, not provincial.

Question 15

Safety in the workplace is based on the foundation of an external responsibility system whereby governments are responsible for creating and maintaining safe and healthy work environments.

Accepted Answer

Safety in the workplace is based on an internal responsibility system (IRS) where both employers and employees are responsible for creating and maintaining a safe and healthy work environment, although governments do play a role in setting regulations and standards.

Question 16

Pay equity is a principle of non discrimination in wages that requires men and women working the same number of hours to be paid the same.

Accepted Answer

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Question 17

Women are an employment equity designated group.

Accepted Answer

Women are recognized as an employment equity designated group in many countries, including Canada, where they are included alongside other groups such as visible minorities, Indigenous people, and persons with disabilities. The goal of employment equity is to identify and eliminate discriminatory barriers in the workplace and promote equality for all individuals.

Question 18

Government regulates the protection of employee health and safety.

Accepted Answer

Government has laws and regulations in place to ensure that employers provide a safe and healthy workplace for their employees. This includes measures such as protective equipment, training programs, and workplace inspections.

Question 19

Hospitals,schools,colleges,and universities are covered by provincial/territorial legislation.

Accepted Answer

Hospitals, schools, colleges, and universities are considered as public institutions and are regulated by provincial/territorial legislation in Canada.

Question 20

Approximately 94 percent of Canadian employers and their employees are covered by provincial/territorial legislation.

Accepted Answer

The vast majority of employers and employees in Canada are covered by provincial/territorial legislation, with only a small percentage falling under federal jurisdiction.

Quiz 2: The Legal Context for Hrm and Creating Safe Healthy Workplaces