Exam 16: Managing Workplace Safety and Health

Employers can most likely avoid charges of negligent hiring by:

In 1983,OSHA's hazard communication standard did which of the following?

The doctrine of contributory negligence holds employers responsible for employee injuries.

GINA prohibits employers from discriminating against employees based on:

Additional Case 16.1 Greenway Enterprises is a medium-sized manufacturer of electrical components. Recently, the company has experienced a number of workplace accidents. OSHA standards have not been violated in any of the accidents. One of the injured employees, Floyd, files a workers' compensation claim, which is upheld by the state. Doctors indicate that Floyd requires 8 weeks of vocational training before he can return to work. -Refer to Additional Case 16.1.Given that OSHA standards were not violated by Greenway,which of the following is most likely true?

Additional Case 16.1 Greenway Enterprises is a medium-sized manufacturer of electrical components. Recently, the company has experienced a number of workplace accidents. OSHA standards have not been violated in any of the accidents. One of the injured employees, Floyd, files a workers' compensation claim, which is upheld by the state. Doctors indicate that Floyd requires 8 weeks of vocational training before he can return to work. -Refer to Additional Case 16.1.Doctors determine that Floyd has a temporary partial disability and cannot return to work for at least 8 more weeks.What type of benefits would Floyd most likely receive as a result of this decision?

The primary goal of state workers' compensation laws is best described as:

Workers' compensation laws vary by state,but all are built on the theory that:

Which of the following aspects of a corporate wellness program would most likely be illegal?

Employers concerned with employee exposure to workplace substances have implemented a number of strategies over the years to protect employees.________ is one type of effort to identify employees susceptible to specific occupational substances.

To avoid cumulative trauma disorder,it is most important that workers:

Additional Case 16.2 John is the newly hired director of HR at Richmond Manufacturing, and he is in the process of learning about the firm's HR policies and procedures and determining what areas need improvement. John learns from his staff that the firm's workers' compensation rates have risen dramatically in recent years due to rising claims. The firm has not received any OSHA citations, and most claims have been related to employee mistakes. Many HR staff members suspect that burnout, substance abuse, and depression are the primary causes of worksite accidents at Richmond. Although Richmond established a safety program two years ago, workplace accidents continue to occur at a significant rate. John is considering the idea of establishing an EAP at Richmond. -Refer to Additional Case 16.2.Which of the following is the most likely reason that Richmond's safety program is ineffective?

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics,the most hazardous profession is:

Which of the following is the LEAST likely warning sign of depression?

The Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission is a subsidiary of OSHA and reviews OSHA's judgments.

Which of the following is NOT an example of workplace violence?

Employees who are exposed to an average of 85 decibels of noise or more should receive free hearing protection from their employers.

________ are benefits for temporary or permanent partial disability based on the degree and duration of the disability.

Additional Case 16.2 John is the newly hired director of HR at Richmond Manufacturing, and he is in the process of learning about the firm's HR policies and procedures and determining what areas need improvement. John learns from his staff that the firm's workers' compensation rates have risen dramatically in recent years due to rising claims. The firm has not received any OSHA citations, and most claims have been related to employee mistakes. Many HR staff members suspect that burnout, substance abuse, and depression are the primary causes of worksite accidents at Richmond. Although Richmond established a safety program two years ago, workplace accidents continue to occur at a significant rate. John is considering the idea of establishing an EAP at Richmond. -Refer to Additional Case 16.2.If Richmond develops an EAP,it will be most important for managers to realize that they should:

Which of the following handles employer appeals of OSHA citations,abatement periods,and penalties?