The Workplace
prevent against electrical fires
Surge Protectors
Which technological tool is important for storing critical files?
affects employers when dealing with chronic health problems of employees
Family Leave Act
When was OSHA enacted?
1970
set of rules which define the professional manner within a company; many times written down and distributed in the form of a company handbook
workplace policies
control loose wires or fraying cords
decentralized; employees make more of their own decisions, communication is less distorted
What are horizontal organizations?
responsible for the “fair and equitable treatment of employees”
Equal Opportunity Commission, EEOC
How should employers promote nutrition and exercise in the workplace?
Provide discounts to area gyms.
step-by-step descriptions of how duties or functions are to be performed within a job; can also be written down and distributed in the form of a company handbook
What are workplace procedures?
the netiquette term for the irrational criticism of someone
Flaming
commonly known as the “grapevine”
informal communication
protects employees with disabilities
Americans with Disabilities Act
ensures employers establish safe working conditions
What is the Occupational Safety and Health Act?
Employers are required to pay overtime after how many hours have been worked?
40
the netiquette term for massive amounts of unwanted e-mail
Spamming
consists of upward, downward and horizontal communication
program dedicated to providing insurance for work-related injuries
Worker's Compensation
To remain safe in the workplace, employees should do which of the following?
Report Violations
what organization requires frequent safety and health inspections?
OSHA
topic which is considered to be improper or unacceptable
Taboo Topic
centralized and often used by large companies; follow a specific chain of command
What are vertical organizations?
If leave is foreseeable, how much advance notice should be given?
30 days
What can employees do to promote sanitation in the workplace?
establish hand-washing procedures when appropriate
Which act provided child labor laws?
Fair Labor Standard ACT