EMPCO Employee Health & Wellness 4

Question 1

An Employee Assistance Program (EAP) typically provides employees with:

Accepted Answer

Confidential short-term counseling and referrals for personal and work-related problems

Answer

EAPs offer confidential, short-term counseling (typically 3–8 sessions) and referrals for issues such as mental health, substance abuse, financial stress, and family problems.

Question 2

Under the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, which employers are required to maintain a drug-free workplace policy?

Accepted Answer

Federal contractors and grantees receiving $100,000 or more in federal funds

Answer

The Drug-Free Workplace Act applies specifically to federal contractors with contracts of $100,000 or more and all federal grant recipients.

Question 3

When an employee tests positive on a DOT-mandated drug test, the Medical Review Officer (MRO) must:

Accepted Answer

Contact the employee first to determine if a legitimate medical explanation exists before reporting the result

Answer

DOT MRO procedures require the MRO to interview the employee to allow presentation of a valid medical explanation (e.g., a prescription) before finalizing a positive result.

Question 4

Which workplace mental health intervention has the STRONGEST evidence base for reducing employee depression and anxiety symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)-based programs delivered via EAP or digital platforms

Answer

CBT-based programs, whether delivered in person or digitally through EAPs, have the strongest evidence base for reducing workplace depression and anxiety.

Question 5

Presenteeism in occupational health refers to:

Accepted Answer

Employees attending work while ill or impaired, resulting in reduced productivity

Answer

Presenteeism occurs when employees come to work despite illness or health problems, resulting in lost productivity and potentially worsening their condition.

(EMPCO) Employment Medical Program Company Practice Test

(EMPCO) Employment Medical Program Company Practice Test

EMPCO Employee Health & Wellness 4