Question 1

Name the executive department that is responsible for conducting research to determine the criteria for specific operations or occupations and for training employers to comply with the Occupational Safety and Health Act.

Accepted Answer

A)   the Department of Health
B)   the Department of Commerce
C)   the Department of Justice
D)   the Department of Labor
E)   the Department of Homeland SecurityF) A) and D)
G) A) and C)

Question 2

An accounting firm is in the process of interviewing candidates for the position of receptionist. A job candidate arrives at an interview accompanied by a service dog. Which action by an employer would best meet the requirements of equal employment opportunity?

Accepted Answer

A)   describing job requirements and asking the employee how she would meet them
B)   telling the candidate politely that a blind person can't be a receptionist
C)   explaining that the company has a no-pets rule
D)   making every possible accommodation for this person, at any cost
E)   hiring the candidate, whether or not she is qualified for the jobF) B) and C)
G) D) and E)

Question 3

Disparate treatment is considered a sign of discrimination. Why is this so? Can it ever be legal? If so, in what kind of situations? Substantiate your answer with examples.

Accepted Answer

Disparate treatment is differing treatme...

Question 4

Orion Trucking had its human resource department set up an online suggestion program, and employees submitted 376 ideas for improving workers' safety and health. An assistant in the department entered all the responses into a database. What additional step would be most important to add to this safety program?

Accepted Answer

A)   distributing the survey results to the employees
B)   creating a database where employees can look up the ideas submitted
C)   expanding the program to include more wide-ranging, long-term goals
D)   employing the job hazard analysis technique
E)   working with management to ensure the company acts on the suggestionsF) A) and B)
G) D) and E)

Question 5

Garin is an HR manager preparing a message to his company's employees, explaining the company's new policy of valuing diversity. Which statement should he use to express the best business case for valuing diversity?

Accepted Answer

A)   A diverse workforce makes the company more competitive by providing insights into its diverse customers.
B)   A diverse workforce is necessary to stay out of legal trouble related to equal employment opportunity.
C)   Valuing diversity takes many forms, including affirmative action and rewards for demonstrating respect.
D)   Valuing diversity need not be limited to employees in categories protected by law.
E)   Valuing diversity involves administrative decisions for the human resource department.F) B) and C)
G) None of the above

Question 6

Under the Equal Pay Act of 1963, pay differences are permitted between men and women performing the same job if the difference arises from any factor other than sex.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 states that employers may retaliate against employees for opposing a perceived illegal employment practice.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Discuss the use of quotas in affirmative action.

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Many organizations have resorted to quot...

Question 9

Under the Occupational Safety and Health Act's Hazard Communication Standard, organizations must have ________ for chemicals that employees are exposed to.

Accepted Answer

A)   EEO-1 forms
B)   white papers
C)   material safety data sheets
D)   standard operating protocols
E)   action reportsF) A) and D)
G) A) and C)

Question 10

A meatpacking facility has been neglecting employee health and safety. If employees contact OSHA to request an inspection, what can the facility's management expect?

Accepted Answer

A)   a form from OSHA requesting that management give permission for the visit
B)   a phone call from OSHA to schedule the inspection
C)   a letter from OSHA announcing an inspection within the next month
D)   no advance notification from OSHA
E)   a form signed by the employees requesting the inspectionF) A) and E)
G) None of the above

Question 11

Global Trade Enterprises has a policy statement making it clear that it does not tolerate sexual harassment. It set up an employee hotline for reporting harassment. When it received complaints about one of the maintenance workers, the company took action and corrected the problem immediately. However, two months later, it is receiving more complaints, this time about a supervisor on the night shift. What else should Global Trade do to keep the workplace free from sexual harassment?

Accepted Answer

A)   Modify the complaint procedure so employees don't overuse it.
B)   Wait to investigate the new complaints.
C)   File a complaint with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.
D)   Train all employees to identify inappropriate workplace behavior.
E)   Broaden the policy to include harassment of men, not just women.F) A) and B)
G) None of the above

Question 12

Fiona, a white female applicant, is refused a job at a local college in favor of a less qualified minority applicant. She could consider suing the college on charges of reverse discrimination under the

Accepted Answer

A)   Thirteenth Amendment.
B)   Fourteenth Amendment.
C)   Twenty-Second Amendment.
D)   Civil Rights Act of 1866.
E)   Occupational Safety and Health Act.F) D) and E)
G) C) and E)

Question 13

After filing a discrimination complaint with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)  or other governmental agency, how long will an individual have to wait before having the right to sue in federal court?

Accepted Answer

A)   30 days
B)   60 days
C)   10 days
D)   20 days
E)   40 daysF) A) and D)
G) A) and E)

Question 14

Which action by employers can result in reverse discrimination?

Accepted Answer

A)   affirmative action
B)   reasonable accommodation
C)   disparate treatment
D)   retaliation
E)   disparate impactF) A) and E)
G) None of the above

Question 15

Identify the correct statement regarding the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSH Act) .

Accepted Answer

A)   In a closing conference, all the findings of the inspection are kept confidential with the concerned officers.
B)   OSHA compliance officers do not entertain any kind of input or complaints from employees during the inspection.
C)   OSHA compliance officers notify employers a month in advance before the inspection.
D)   The OSHA compliance officer will seek a restraining order from the U.S. District Court, even if the inspection reveals that the problem is minor.
E)   If an OSH Act violation results in citations, an employer must post each citation in a prominent place near the location of the violation.F) A) and E)
G) A) and C)

Question 16

An OSHA compliance officer visited the warehouse of CAM Worldwide to conduct an inspection. The inspector found several safety violations related to items that could tip over and fall. She discussed these violations with CAM Worldwide's facility supervisor and human resource manager. What is most likely to happen next?

Accepted Answer

A)   The officer conducts employee interviews.
B)   The officer conducts a "walkaround" tour of the employer's premises.
C)   The company pays a $20,000 fine for each violation.
D)   The company asks employees to notify management of any future OSHA inspections.
E)   OSHA gives the company a time frame within which to correct the violations.F) A) and D)
G) A) and E)

Question 17

Describe the provisions of Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990. How is it different from other Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws?

Accepted Answer

The ADA defines disability as a physical...

Question 18

Which action associated with an OSHA inspection can result in criminal charges?

Accepted Answer

A)   missing the walkaround
B)   falsifying records subject to the inspection
C)   allowing conditions that lead to an employee's injury
D)   failing to notify the employer of an upcoming inspection
E)   seeking a restraining order from a U.S. District CourtF) All of the above
G) C) and D)

Question 19

To prove disparate impact in court, a plaintiff in a discrimination lawsuit must show an employer's intent.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

A manager who promises a raise to an employee only if they participate in sexual activities is said to be engaging in quid pro quo harassment.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 3: Providing Equal Employment Opportunity and a Safe Workplace

Under the Occupational Safety and Health Act's Hazard Communication Standard, organizations must have ________ for chemicals that employees are exposed to.

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Which action by employers can result in reverse discrimination?

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Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 states that employers may retaliate against employees for opposing a perceived illegal employment practice.

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A meatpacking facility has been neglecting employee health and safety. If employees contact OSHA to request an inspection, what can the facility's management expect?

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A manager who promises a raise to an employee only if they participate in sexual activities is said to be engaging in quid pro quo harassment.

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Fiona, a white female applicant, is refused a job at a local college in favor of a less qualified minority applicant. She could consider suing the college on charges of reverse discrimination under the

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Name the executive department that is responsible for conducting research to determine the criteria for specific operations or occupations and for training employers to comply with the Occupational Safety and Health Act.

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Garin is an HR manager preparing a message to his company's employees, explaining the company's new policy of valuing diversity. Which statement should he use to express the best business case for valuing diversity?

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Identify the correct statement regarding the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSH Act) .

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Which action associated with an OSHA inspection can result in criminal charges?

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Describe the provisions of Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990. How is it different from other Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws?

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Disparate treatment is considered a sign of discrimination. Why is this so? Can it ever be legal? If so, in what kind of situations? Substantiate your answer with examples.

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To prove disparate impact in court, a plaintiff in a discrimination lawsuit must show an employer's intent.

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After filing a discrimination complaint with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or other governmental agency, how long will an individual have to wait before having the right to sue in federal court?

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Discuss the use of quotas in affirmative action.

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Under the Equal Pay Act of 1963, pay differences are permitted between men and women performing the same job if the difference arises from any factor other than sex.

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An accounting firm is in the process of interviewing candidates for the position of receptionist. A job candidate arrives at an interview accompanied by a service dog. Which action by an employer would best meet the requirements of equal employment opportunity?

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