HR Flashcards
(27 cards)
What is the primary purpose of the Labor Code of the Philippines?
To govern the rights and responsibilities of workers and employers in the Philippines.
True or False: The Labor Code applies only to private sector employees.
True
Fill in the blank: The Labor Code of the Philippines was enacted in _____.
1974
What title of the Labor Code addresses employment standards?
Title I
Which department is responsible for implementing the Labor Code?
Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE)
What is the minimum age for employment as stated in the Labor Code?
15 years old
Multiple Choice: What type of work is prohibited for minors under the Labor Code? A) Office work B) Hazardous work C) Supervised work
B) Hazardous work
What is the legal maximum working hours per week according to the Labor Code?
48 hours
True or False: Overtime pay is required for work beyond 8 hours a day.
True
What is the minimum wage determined by?
Regional wage boards
Fill in the blank: Employers must provide a written contract to employees for _____.
employment terms
What is the primary law governing labor relations in the Philippines?
The Labor Code
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a reason for termination of employment? A) Just cause B) Authorized cause C) Employee’s preference
C) Employee’s preference
What is the required notice period for termination without just cause?
30 days
True or False: Employees are entitled to severance pay upon termination.
True
What does ‘collective bargaining’ refer to in the context of the Labor Code?
Negotiation between employers and a group of employees to determine conditions of employment.
Fill in the blank: The Labor Code prohibits discrimination based on _____.
gender, age, race, religion, and disability
What is the primary function of the National Labor Relations Commission (NLRC)?
To resolve labor disputes and enforce labor laws.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is considered a just cause for termination? A) Absenteeism B) Poor performance C) Willful disobedience
C) Willful disobedience
What is the role of the Bureau of Labor Relations?
To oversee and regulate labor relations and collective bargaining.
True or False: Employees are entitled to rest days under the Labor Code.
True
Fill in the blank: The Labor Code mandates that employees receive ____ days of paid leave per year.
5 days
What is the purpose of the Employee’s Compensation Commission?
To administer the employee’s compensation program for work-related injuries.
