CPC Labor Laws & Employment Regulations 3

Question 1

Under the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA), which of the following employee activities is protected 'concerted activity'?

Accepted Answer

Two employees discussing wages and agreeing to ask for raises together

Answer

The NLRA protects concerted activity — two or more employees acting together to improve wages or working conditions, including discussing pay and jointly approaching management.

Question 2

A recruiter's client asks for only 'recent college graduates' for an entry-level role. The CPC should advise that this request may violate which law?

Accepted Answer

ADEA, because it could screen out workers over 40

Answer

Requiring 'recent graduates' can disproportionately screen out workers over 40, creating potential Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) exposure.

Question 3

Which section of the Internal Revenue Code determines whether a worker is an employee or independent contractor for tax purposes using a 20-factor common-law test?

Accepted Answer

Section 530 safe harbor

Answer

Section 530 of the Revenue Act of 1978 provides a safe harbor allowing employers to treat workers as independent contractors if they reasonably relied on industry practice, prior IRS audits, or judicial precedent.

Question 4

An employer subject to Executive Order 11246 must do which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Develop written affirmative action plans for women and minorities

Answer

Executive Order 11246 requires federal contractors and subcontractors with 50+ employees and $50,000+ in contracts to develop and maintain written Affirmative Action Programs.

Question 5

Under the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA), an employer must complete Form I-9 employment eligibility verification no later than:

Accepted Answer

Within 3 business days of the first day of work for pay

Answer

Section 1 of I-9 must be completed by the employee on or before the first day of work; Section 2 must be completed by the employer within 3 business days of the first day of work for pay.

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CPC Labor Laws & Employment Regulations 3