Chapter 19-20

Question 1

List three rights of employees.

Answer 1

Adequate rest breaks.
Receive a contract of employment.
Holiday pay.

Question 2

List three responsabilities of employees.

Answer 2

Arrive at work on time.
Carry out their duties as stated in their contract of employment
Follow workplace rules and safety instructions.

Question 3

List three rights of employers.

Answer 3

Decide on the objectives of the business.
Expect loyalty from their staff.
Dismiss dishonest or unsuitable staff.

Question 4

List three responsabilities of employers.

Answer 4

Ensure the workplace is safe and has healthy working conditions.
Provide employees with statutory holidays amd leave.
Pay agreed wages; at least the minimum wage and equal to men and women

Question 5

What is volunteering?

Answer 5

When people freely offer to carry out some work or activity without payment for their time and effort

Question 6

Give three reasons for volunteering.

Answer 6

A chance to learn new skills.

Opportunity to get work experience.

Shows initiative and personal enterprise

Question 7

What does industrial relations mean?

Answer 7

The relationship between employers and their employees in the workplace.

Question 8

What is a trade union?

Answer 8

A trade union is an organisation that represents workers, protects their rights and negotiates with employers on pay and conditions of work.