CCB CCB Employment Law & HR Compliance 1

Question 1

Which U.S. federal agency is responsible for enforcing Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, which prohibits employment discrimination?

Accepted Answer

Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)

Answer

The EEOC is the federal agency responsible for enforcing federal laws prohibiting employment discrimination, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

Question 2

Under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), which classification of employees is NOT entitled to overtime pay?

Accepted Answer

Exempt employees meeting salary and duties tests

Answer

Exempt employees who meet the FLSA's salary level threshold and pass specific duties tests (executive, administrative, professional) are not entitled to overtime pay.

Question 3

What is the primary purpose of an I-9 form in U.S. HR compliance?

Accepted Answer

To verify an employee's identity and authorization to work in the United States

Answer

Form I-9 is used by employers to verify the identity and employment authorization of every individual hired to work in the United States, as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA).

Question 4

Which law requires employers with 50 or more employees to provide up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave for qualifying family and medical reasons?

Accepted Answer

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Answer

The FMLA entitles eligible employees of covered employers to take up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave per year for specified family and medical reasons.

Question 5

In HR compliance, what is 'disparate impact' discrimination?

Accepted Answer

A neutral employment policy that disproportionately disadvantages a protected group

Answer

Disparate impact occurs when a facially neutral employment practice (e.g., a hiring test) disproportionately excludes members of a protected class, even without discriminatory intent.

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CCB CCB Employment Law & HR Compliance 1