DCA
In what year was JDG created?
1978
What are the three DCA colors?
Blue, Gold, and Beige.
What is a goal?
Something you want or need to achieve.
What is a workplace hazard?
Anything that causes damage or harm to a person at work.
What is the youngest age you can legally work in the United States?
14 years old
How many states have a JAG program?
38
What does the color Gold stand for?
Wisdom
How long does it take to accomplish a short-term goal?
1 day to 3 months.
What is a safety hazard?
Any unsafe working condition that causes injury or death.
What form is required for minors to be able to work?
A work permit.
What is the DCA Motto?
From Classrooms to Careers
What are the two things that the color blue stands for?
The sky and vast opportunities.
How long does it take to accomplish a long-term goal?
A year or longer.
What is the name of the federal agency that oversees Health and Safety in the workplace?
OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration)
Can you legally drive a car as part of your job as long as you have a driver's license?
No, according to labor laws you must be 18 to use a car as part of your job (like delivering things or moving cars around a sales lot).
What is the definition of an emblem?
A symbol that represents an organization.
What are the two things that the color beige stands for?
The harvest and benefits members will reap from membership.
What does the acronym SMART stand for?
Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, and Timed.
Name three common safety hazards in the workplace.
Spills, heights, tripping hazards, electrical hazards, obstacles, machinery, tools, etc.
How many hours a week can a 14- or 15-year-old work on a school week?
18 hours a week.
What is the DCA Tagline?
Preparing Today for a Career Tomorrow
What is the purpose of the I & I Ceremony?
To initiate members and install officers.
What should you do if your goal is too difficult to reach?
Set a new, easier goal, then work your way up to the harder one.
What does PPE stand for? Give two examples of PPE.
Personal Protective Equipment. Examples include safety goggles, gloves, hard hats, steel-toed shoes, non-slip shoes, face masks, etc.
How many hours a day can a 16- or 17-year-old work during a school week?
They cannot work/attend school for more than a combination of 12 hours.