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COA Human Resources & Personnel Management Flashcards

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  1. A non-disclosure agreement (NDA) in employment protects:

    Answer: Confidential company information from being shared with unauthorized parties

    An NDA is a legally binding contract that restricts an employee from disclosing proprietary or confidential business information to outside parties.

  2. Which document formally outlines the specific improvements an employee must make, with deadlines, to avoid termination?

    Answer: Performance Improvement Plan (PIP)

    A Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) is a formal document detailing performance deficiencies, required improvements, timelines, and consequences if goals aren't met.

  3. COBRA allows former US employees to:

    Answer: Continue group health insurance coverage for a limited period after leaving a job

    COBRA (Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act) permits qualifying individuals to continue employer-sponsored health coverage for up to 18–36 months after a qualifying event such as job loss.

  4. In compensation management, a salary band (or pay grade) is used to:

    Answer: Define the minimum, midpoint, and maximum pay range for a job level

    Salary bands establish structured pay ranges for job grades, ensuring compensation is equitable, competitive, and consistent across similar roles.

  5. What is the primary purpose of conducting a background check before hiring?

    Answer: To verify credentials and identify potential red flags that could affect workplace safety or suitability

    Pre-employment background checks verify education, employment history, and criminal records to ensure candidates are honest and suitable for the role.

  6. Which term describes the illegal practice of paying employees of different protected classes differently for performing the same work?

    Answer: Pay inequity discrimination

    Pay inequity discrimination occurs when employees are compensated differently based on protected characteristics (such as gender or race) rather than legitimate factors like experience or performance.