SPHR Ultimate Senior Professional in Human Resources 3

Question 1

Which labor relations concept describes a union's obligation to represent all bargaining unit members fairly, regardless of union membership?

Accepted Answer

Duty of fair representation

Answer

The duty of fair representation requires unions to represent all bargaining unit employees without discrimination or arbitrary treatment.

Question 2

An employee handbook disclaimer that states the handbook is 'not a contract of employment' is primarily intended to preserve the employer's right to:

Accepted Answer

Terminate employment at will

Answer

Disclaimers preserve at-will employment by preventing employees from claiming that handbook policies create an implied contract limiting termination.

Question 3

When designing a 360-degree feedback process for development purposes rather than evaluation, which practice is MOST critical?

Accepted Answer

Ensuring rater anonymity to promote honest feedback

Answer

Rater anonymity is essential in developmental 360 programs because it encourages candid feedback without fear of retaliation or damaged relationships.

Question 4

Which strategy best describes an organization that fills most senior roles through internal promotions and development rather than external hiring?

Accepted Answer

Build strategy

Answer

A 'build' strategy focuses on developing talent internally through training and career development, contrasting with a 'buy' strategy of recruiting externally.

Question 5

Under ERISA, what is the maximum vesting period allowed for cliff vesting in a defined contribution plan?

Accepted Answer

3 years

Answer

ERISA requires that employer contributions in a defined contribution plan vest no later than 3 years under cliff vesting (or 6-year graduated vesting).

SPHR - Senior Professional in Human Resources Practice Test

SPHR - Senior Professional in Human Resources Practice Test

SPHR Ultimate Senior Professional in Human Resources 3