Workplace Vocabulary
What is minimum wage?
It's the lowest amount someone can get paid. Right now, it's $10.70 per hour.
Give an example of a small talk topic.
The weather, sports, family, etc.
Give an example of an imperative verb.
Stop, go, put, etc.
Give two examples of important soft skills at work.
Taking initiative, teamwork, good work ethic, etc.
Fix this sentence: Always being on time.
Always be on time.
What is a statutory holiday? Give an example.
An official holiday where workers must have the day off or be paid time and a half.
Examples: Christmas Day, New Year's Day, Good Friday, Victoria Day, Canada Day, Thanksgiving, Labour Day, Louis Riel Day
Name two things that you should not talk about at work.
Politics, religion, private family matters, etc.
Give an example of instructions you might give at work.
For example, "stack these boxes by the wall".
For example: "Turn off your machine", "Punch your time card", "Check the dates on those boxes", etc.
Explain the difference between hard and soft skills.
Hard skills are practical skills. They can be trained and tested.
Soft skills are part of your character, but they can be learned and practiced too.
Fix this sentence: Carry the plates careful.
Carry the plates carefully.
What does E.I. stand for? What does it mean?
Employment Insurance. It's the money we pay from every paycheck and can apply for benefits if we are laid off or unable to work.
What are three parts of a small talk conversation?
Greeting
Conversation starter
Active listening
Closing
Give two examples of instructions for what NOT to do at work.
For example: "Do not smoke in the break room".
Give an example of taking initiative at work.
For example: Asking my supervisor for extra tasks to do when I am finished my work.
Fix this sentence: The test was easily.
The test was easy.
What is gross pay?
Gross pay is the amount of pay we receive before deductions.
Give two examples of a greeting.
Good morning
Hi, how are you
etc.
Give instructions for how to make a cup of tea.
Boil water. Pour it into a cup. Add a teabag. Wait a few minutes. Add milk, honey, sugar, etc. Enjoy!
What are three soft skills that would be important for a cashier?
Friendly, flexible, good problem-solving, etc.
What is the difference between an adjective and an adverb?
Adjective: gives details about a noun / describes a noun.
Adverb: gives details about how / describes a verb.
What are workplace policies?
The rules or guidelines at a company.
Give an example of a polite request.
Can I...?
Could you...?
Would you mind ____-ing?
Give directions from this classroom to the library.
Walk straight out of the classroom, turn left and walk out the double doors. Walk straight past towers hall until you reach the street with a crosswalk with a yellow sign and flashing lights. The library is the first building in-front of you when you cross the street.
What are three soft skills that would be important at a manufacturing job?
Teamwork, good time management, good work ethic, attention to detail, etc.
Finish the sentence: If you finish your work early, _________.
... you should ask your supervisor for another task.
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