The Workplace
What is a term for irrational criticism of someone?
Flaming
What are centralized and often used by large companies; follow a specific chain of command
vertical organizations?
affects employers when dealing with chronic health problems of employees
What is the Family Leave Act?
What prevents against electrical fires?
surge protector
What are a 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
What are the 2 type work environments?
Indoor and outdoor
What type of organization is decentralized; employees make more of their own decisions, communication is less distorted? Smaller companies
horizontal organizations
responsible for the “fair and equitable treatment of employees”
What is Equal Opportunity Commission?
What controls loose wires or fraying cords?
monitor outlets
What is a topic that is considered to be improper or unacceptable in the workplace?
taboo topic
Term for a massive amount of unwanted e-mail?
spamming
What is commonly known as the “grapevine”
informal communication
protects employees with disabilities
What is the Americans with Disabilities Act?
Who requires frequent safety and health inspections?
Occupational Safety and Health Act, OHSA
To remain safe in the workplace, employees should do what?
report violations
Who is responsible for fair and equitable treatment of employees?
EEOC
What type consists of upward, downward and horizontal communication
formal communication
30 days
What stores critical files?
battery backup drives and systems
What does the word etiquette mean in its French origin?
small ticket
offer discounts to area gyms
What helps to establish growth and reach objectives?
Organizational Structures
what is not covered by OHSA?
Nutrition
Approximately, how many work related injuries and illnesses are reported each year?
5,000,000
What is known as how to act in a variety of social situations or following socially acceptable behavior?
Etiquette