CS Human Resources & Workplace Procedures Flashcards

When filing a workers' compensation claim, the FIRST step is typically:

Answer: Reporting the injury to a supervisor and seeking medical attention

An injured employee should immediately report the injury to their supervisor and get medical treatment, which initiates the workers' compensation process.

What does 'exempt' vs. 'non-exempt' mean under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)?

Answer: Non-exempt employees are entitled to overtime pay; exempt employees generally are not

Under the FLSA, non-exempt employees must receive overtime pay for hours worked over 40 per week, while exempt employees (typically salaried professionals) do not.

What is the main purpose of an exit interview?

Answer: To gather feedback from departing employees to improve the organization

Exit interviews collect honest feedback from employees who are leaving, providing insights into workplace issues and opportunities for improvement.

An employee's 'personnel file' typically contains:

Answer: Hiring documents, performance reviews, disciplinary actions, and training records

A personnel file is the official employee record containing hiring paperwork, performance evaluations, disciplinary records, and other employment-related documents.

What is the purpose of a workplace safety drill?

Answer: To practice emergency procedures so employees respond effectively during a real emergency

Safety drills ensure employees know emergency procedures — such as evacuation routes — so they can respond quickly and safely during a real emergency.

When an employee is 'laid off,' it means:

Answer: The employee's position was eliminated for business reasons, not performance

A layoff is the involuntary termination of employment due to business factors such as downsizing, restructuring, or economic conditions, not the employee's performance.