Question 1

Which statement accurately describes the benefits of drug testing?

Accepted Answer

A) companies with drug testing policies experience reductions in absenteeism and accidents 
B) drug testing is largely an error-free process that assists employers with discipline procedures 
C) mandatory random drug testing policies provide an employer with greater freedoms in the surveillance of employees 
D) employers can force a drug test after establishing "probable cause",which deters other employees from using drugs while at work 
A) companies with drug testing policies experience reductions in absenteeism and accidents 
B) drug testing is largely an error-free process that assists employers with discipline procedures 
C) mandatory random drug testing policies provide an employer with greater freedoms in the surveillance of employees 
D) employers can force a drug test after establishing "probable cause",which deters other employees from using drugs while at work

Question 2

The establishment of a progressive discipline policy may limit employers' flexibility and discretion in terms of demoting employees.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Progressive discipline results from using positive reinforcement instead of punishment to correct behavioural problems.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

One of the major reasons for investigative interviews is to establish the facts surrounding the performance standards of the job.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

It has been estimated that substance abuse by employees costs Canadian employers approximately $39 billion.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Scenario 9.1
Bob,the Manager of the Maintenance Department at City Hospital,has been busy preparing for year-end performance evaluations.He decides to pop into the office on the weekend to prepare the necessary paperwork for this week's staff evaluations.
When Bob gets to the Maintenance shop there is no sign of Randy,who is supposed to be on shift,so he pages him.After being in his office for over an hour,Randy has still not arrived,and he has not responded to his pager.Bob starts to become concerned for Randy's safety and decides to go in search of him,floor by floor,starting in the basement where the majority of the plant services (furnace,electrical,water,etc. )are located.
When Bob arrives at the basement of the hospital,he notices that the storage room door-which is usually locked-is slightly ajar.When he looks inside he sees Randy sleeping soundly on a makeshift bed he's formed out of some foam pieces,with a hospital blanket and pillow that he must have grabbed from the laundry room across the hall.Bob is very angry and shakes Randy awake.Randy appears startled,quickly regains composure,and says he wasn't sleeping but was simply resting his eyes.Randy has been working for Bob for four years.Bob wants to immediately fire Randy for his misconduct.
-Please refer to Scenario 9.1.If a disciplinary investigation is conducted,which question should be asked to determine if Randy's behaviour was somehow provoked or influenced by his manager or a fellow employee?

Accepted Answer

A) Have the rules about sleeping on the job been uniformly enforced? 
B) Is the offence related to the effective functioning of the workplace? 
C) Are there any extenuating circumstances to consider? 
D) Did Randy know he was doing something wrong? 
A) Have the rules about sleeping on the job been uniformly enforced? 
B) Is the offence related to the effective functioning of the workplace? 
C) Are there any extenuating circumstances to consider? 
D) Did Randy know he was doing something wrong?

Question 7

During the interview,Angela's future manager tells her that,if she is a good worker,she will have a permanent job with the company.Her manager has likely created an implied contract with Angela.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Employees must comply with employers' searches where "probable cause" exists.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

What key principle underpins and shapes disciplinary investigations?

Accepted Answer

A) judicial review 
B) due process 
C) ethical behaviour 
D) contractual obligation 
A) judicial review 
B) due process 
C) ethical behaviour 
D) contractual obligation

Question 10

Legal authorities generally conclude that the off-duty behaviour of employees is not subject to employer disciplinary action.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

"Whistle-blowing" refers to situations where an employee reports an organization's unethical practices outside the organization.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

What is the HR department's major responsibility in matters of discipline?

Accepted Answer

A) assist managers in monitoring the performance of their subordinates 
B) develop disciplinary policies and procedures 
C) handle the legal defense against allegations of wrongful discipline 
D) decide what the appropriate punishment is for each act of misconduct 
A) assist managers in monitoring the performance of their subordinates 
B) develop disciplinary policies and procedures 
C) handle the legal defense against allegations of wrongful discipline 
D) decide what the appropriate punishment is for each act of misconduct

Question 13

Positive discipline is different from progressive discipline in that it is based on a "problem-solving" approach to discipline.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

In which circumstance can an implied contract become binding?

Accepted Answer

A) stating promises of job security in an employee handbook 
B) establishing a succession plan 
C) sending an e-mail to employees regarding the vacation schedule for the year 
D) introducing an empowerment program in the organization 
A) stating promises of job security in an employee handbook 
B) establishing a succession plan 
C) sending an e-mail to employees regarding the vacation schedule for the year 
D) introducing an empowerment program in the organization

Question 15

If organizational rules are widely known,it is not necessary to put them in writing.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

What is progressive discipline? How does it differ from positive discipline?

Accepted Answer

Progressive discipline is the applicatio

Question 17

In the text,which employee protection rights include legal considerations?

Accepted Answer

A) statutory rights and basic human rights 
B) freedom of expression and religious freedom 
C) contractual rights,statutory rights,and due process 
D) right to make reasonable mistakes 
A) statutory rights and basic human rights 
B) freedom of expression and religious freedom 
C) contractual rights,statutory rights,and due process 
D) right to make reasonable mistakes

Question 18

The goal of discipline is to punish employees so that they will improve their behaviour.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

What is an implied employment contract?

Accepted Answer

A) a clearly written document that describes the conditions of work,such as job security 
B) a conversation between employers and unions regarding job security issues 
C) an email that itemizes elements of existing job security policy 
D) a promise made by an employer to an employee that regards job security 
A) a clearly written document that describes the conditions of work,such as job security 
B) a conversation between employers and unions regarding job security issues 
C) an email that itemizes elements of existing job security policy 
D) a promise made by an employer to an employee that regards job security

Question 20

Open-door policy is often successful when supported by all levels of management.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Which statement accurately describes the benefits of drug testing?

The establishment of a progressive discipline policy may limit employers' flexibility and discretion in terms of demoting employees.

Progressive discipline results from using positive reinforcement instead of punishment to correct behavioural problems.

One of the major reasons for investigative interviews is to establish the facts surrounding the performance standards of the job.

It has been estimated that substance abuse by employees costs Canadian employers approximately $39 billion.

During the interview,Angela's future manager tells her that,if she is a good worker,she will have a permanent job with the company.Her manager has likely created an implied contract with Angela.

Employees must comply with employers' searches where "probable cause" exists.

What key principle underpins and shapes disciplinary investigations?

Legal authorities generally conclude that the off-duty behaviour of employees is not subject to employer disciplinary action.

"Whistle-blowing" refers to situations where an employee reports an organization's unethical practices outside the organization.

What is the HR department's major responsibility in matters of discipline?

Positive discipline is different from progressive discipline in that it is based on a "problem-solving" approach to discipline.

In which circumstance can an implied contract become binding?

If organizational rules are widely known,it is not necessary to put them in writing.

What is progressive discipline? How does it differ from positive discipline?

In the text,which employee protection rights include legal considerations?

The goal of discipline is to punish employees so that they will improve their behaviour.

What is an implied employment contract?

Open-door policy is often successful when supported by all levels of management.

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The Legal Framework of Hrm

Defining and Designing the Work

Human Resource Planning, recruitment, and Selection

Orientation, training, and Development

Managing Performance

Recognizing and Rewarding Employees

A Part 1creating a Safe and Healthy Work Environment

B Part 2creating a Safe and Healthy Work Environment

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Exam 9: Management Rights, employee Rights, and Discipline

Which statement accurately describes the benefits of drug testing?

The establishment of a progressive discipline policy may limit employers' flexibility and discretion in terms of demoting employees.

Progressive discipline results from using positive reinforcement instead of punishment to correct behavioural problems.

One of the major reasons for investigative interviews is to establish the facts surrounding the performance standards of the job.

It has been estimated that substance abuse by employees costs Canadian employers approximately $39 billion.

During the interview,Angela's future manager tells her that,if she is a good worker,she will have a permanent job with the company.Her manager has likely created an implied contract with Angela.

Employees must comply with employers' searches where "probable cause" exists.

What key principle underpins and shapes disciplinary investigations?

Legal authorities generally conclude that the off-duty behaviour of employees is not subject to employer disciplinary action.

"Whistle-blowing" refers to situations where an employee reports an organization's unethical practices outside the organization.

What is the HR department's major responsibility in matters of discipline?

Positive discipline is different from progressive discipline in that it is based on a "problem-solving" approach to discipline.

In which circumstance can an implied contract become binding?

If organizational rules are widely known,it is not necessary to put them in writing.

What is progressive discipline? How does it differ from positive discipline?

In the text,which employee protection rights include legal considerations?

The goal of discipline is to punish employees so that they will improve their behaviour.

What is an implied employment contract?

Open-door policy is often successful when supported by all levels of management.

The Challenges of Hrm

The Legal Framework of Hrm

Defining and Designing the Work

Human Resource Planning, recruitment, and Selection

Orientation, training, and Development

Managing Performance

Recognizing and Rewarding Employees

A Part 1creating a Safe and Healthy Work Environment

B Part 2creating a Safe and Healthy Work Environment

Labour Relations and Collective Bargaining

International Human Resources Management

Filters