Work Based Learning final
____________________ are 16 groups of occupational and career specialties.
career cluster
People with ethical behavior use ____________________ to guide their actions.
courtesy, work ethics, ethics, moral values
The ability to prioritize assignments correctly illustrates which of the following?
Organization
Wearing required protective clothing and equipment helps to prevent worker injury. T/F
True
Being polite and considerate to your coworkers is a form of ____________________.
courtesy
The FSLA child-labor provision prohibits the employment of children in jobs that may be ____________________ to their health.
hazardous
What is needed to start a fire?
heat, fuel, oxygen
A document that makes it legal for otherwise underage students to work for an employer is called a(n) ____________________.
work permit
Occupational trends look at the historical need for jobs. T/F
False
People who think they will fail have high self-esteem. T/F
False
Personal goals should take precedence over team goals. T/F
False
Proper hand-washing techniques have not been shown to prevent the transmission of infectious diseases. T/F
False
Speaking a second language is an example of a broad skill. T/F
False
The FLSA states that 14- and 15-year-olds enrolled in an approved work program may work up to 32 hours per school week. T/F
False
The best way to take notes is to copy an idea word for word from the book. T/F
False
The goal of constructive criticism is to embarrass the employee. T/F
False
The goal of the FLSA is to prevent accidents and injuries in the workplace. T/F
False
Transferable skills are limited to specialized skills. T/F
False
Using the wrong type of fire extinguisher for a fire is preferable to not using one at all. T/F
False
You discover a coworker is stealing from the company. Loyalty to that coworker requires that you not report it. T/F
False
In which career cluster would the provision of banking services be found?
Finance
Integrity
Firmly following one's moral values
Injuries that result from making the same motion over and over again are repetitive ____________________ disorders or injuries.
Motion
National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)
Responsible for conducting research and making recommendations for the prevention of work-related injury and illness
Which of the following is not a good study habit?
Tackle easier assignments before harder ones.
A training agreement ____.
may have different names or formats
workplace violence
Threatening behavior that occurs in the workplace or at a company function.
Work-based learning programs bridge the gap between school and work. T/F
True
Workers within their first year of work experience account for a large percentage of all occupational accidents each year. T/F
True
Workplace violence may be physical or psychological. T/F
True
Lying, cheating, and stealing are examples of ____________________ behavior in the workplace.
unethical
Work-based learning Program
Type of school program that provides students with job training.
Communications
Using illustrations to convey complex concepts.
What is an example of unethical behavior in the workplace?
Using the company's computer to shop online
Training Record
Weekly or monthly job record of duties performed and skills learned.
Individual Responsibilities
Willingness to answer for your conduct and decisions
Which of the following jobs are those under age 14 prohibited from doing?
Working in a mine
A coworker who provokes another in anger has participated in ____________________.
Workplace
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Works with worldwide, state, and local health agencies to protect the public from health threats.
The Fair Labor Standards Act protects workers from unfair treatment by their ____________________.
employers
The Equal Pay Act requires that ____________________ pay be given to men and women for doing equal jobs.
equal
Stealing your Social Security number and using it to pretend to be you is an example of ____________________ theft.
identity
It is discovered that a group project has an error. You realize that it was your fault, admit it, and take steps to correct it. You have demonstrated ____.
individual responsibility
You have completed a work assignment. Your supervisor is in a meeting, so you ask your coworkers if they need help with their work while you wait for your next assignment. You have demonstrated ____.
initiative
A(n) ____________________ is a planned meeting between a job applicant and an employer.
interview
A(n) ____________________ is a written review of your job performance
job evaluation
Research-based forecasts about which jobs will most likely be needed in the future are called ____.
occupational trends
Universal Precautions
steps taken to prevent the spread of disease through blood and other body fluids when providing first aid or health care
Skills used in one job that can also be used in another job are called ____________________ skills.
transferable
Accidents are most often caused by lack of knowledge or skills, work-related hazards, or ____________________.
unsafe behavior
How you feel about your job and how much effort you put into it is your ____________________.
work ethic
Insurance against loss of income due to work-related accidents is called ____________________.
workers' compensation
Public health policies are promoted by what agency?
CDC
Technical Skills
Correctly using technological systems and equipment.
Supervisor
Your manager in the workplace
An employee who earns $15 an hour worked 42 hours last week. How much overtime pay will be earned for the week?
$45
An associate degree is a(n) ___________________ -year college degree. (enter a number)
2
A progression of related occupations that results in employment and personal growth is a(n) ____.
career
Approximately how many jobs require a bachelor degree?
20%
Overtime pay is paid for each hour worked over ____________________ in a week. (enter a numeric value)
40
Which of the following is not a societal change shaping U.S. occupations?
An increasingly younger population
Problem Solving and critical thinking
Analyzing, synthesizing, and evaluating data.
Ethics and legal responsibilities
Behaving in ways that are appropriate for the workplace.
Courteous
Being Mannerly with other people
Loyalty
Being faithful to coworkers and employer
Dependability
Being reliable and trustworthy
Moral Values
Code of behavior acceptable to society
Your company is working on developing a new product, and you discuss it with a friend. Which quality have you failed to observe?
Confidentiality
What are parts of ethical behavior?
Confidentiality, Honesty, Loyalty
Leadership and Teamwork
Demonstrating integrity, perseverance, self-discipline, and responsibility.
What is a goal of a work-based learning program?
Develop Marketable skills
What should you not do in following universal precautions?
Dispose of used gloves in the trash.
Training agreement
Document that outlines the purposes of the work-based program and defines the responsibilities of everyone involved.
What is a proper hand-washing technique?
Dry your hands using a paper towel or hand dryer.
To which agency should a violation of equal-pay requirements be reported?
EEOC
Toxic waste disposal is regulated by what agency?
EPA
Work-based mentor
Employee who knows how to do the job and teaches you to do it well.
What is an example that will help you remain healthy and fit?
Exercising for an hour each day
A Social Security card is not needed to obtain a job. T/F
False
A student may decide to obtain a bachelor degree before seeking an associate degree. T/F
False
All employees are covered under the Occupational Safety and Health Act. T/F
False
All hours worked on a weekend or holiday must be paid at the overtime rate. T/F
False
An occupation is the same as a career. T/F
False
Different supervisors will supervise in the same way. T/F
False
Each career cluster contains one career pathway to follow. T/F
False
Education need not be considered when choosing professions. T/F
False
Employees pay the premiums for workers' compensation insurance. T/F
False
Internships do not provide credit toward graduation. T/F
False
Leadership is an example of a specialized skill. T/F
False
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Governmental agency formed for the purpose of protecting the environment.
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
Governmental agency that sets and enforces job safety and health standards for workers. National Safety Council
Ethics
Guiding set of moral values
Self-esteem
Having confidence and satisfaction in yourself
First Aid
Immediate, temporary treatment given to an ill or injured person before proper medical help arrives.
What should not be done when giving first aid?
Immediately move the person from the location.
Training Station
Job site where a student works to learn job skills.
Safety, Healthy, and environment
Knowing and following procedures required by health and safety codes.
Academic Foundatior
Knowing how to read, write, make presentations, and listen well.
National Safety Council
Leading advocate for safety and health in the United States.
Training Plan
List of attitudes, skills, and knowledge that the student plans to learn during the work experience.
Initiative
Making oneself do what is necessary
What is a way to help prevent lifting injuries in the workplace?
Making several small trips instead of one with a heavy load
What is an example of a fire safety tip?
Open windows and doors to allow for additional escape routes.
Attitude
Outlook on life
What is the proper way to use a computer to prevent health problems?
Place the top of the monitor above eye level.
Constructive Criticism
Pointing out a weakness to bring about improvement
Internship
School program providing paid or unpaid work experience for a specified period as a way to learn about a job or an industry.
Cooperative education
School program that prepares students for an occupation through a paid job experience. Work-based learning program
Ergonomics
Science of examining human movement and how to lessen the chance of injury.
Success in the workplace requires the ability to learn new ____________________.
Skills
____________________ is the federal government's program for providing income when earnings are reduced or stopped by retirement, disability, or death.
Social Security
Program Coordinator
Special teacher or counselor assigned to students in a work-based learning program.
What behavior can prevent unsafe behavior on the job?
Staying focused
What shows courtesy to a customer?
Telling a customer where an item is in the store and walking with him or her to make sure he or she finds it
Which of the following statements regarding wages is true?
The minimum wage rate may be changed to reflect inflation or recession.
What is not recommended by OSHA to reduce workplace violence?
Travel alone when possible.
A cooperative education class focuses on learning how to set career goals, apply for jobs, and manage finances. T/F
True
A job evaluation helps you to identify your strengths and weaknesses at work. T/F
True
A personal program of study will help you match your education to your career goals. T/F
True
An employer may interview several students for the same job. T/F
True
Another term for a work-based mentor is training sponsor. T/F
True
Employers may be fined by OSHA for not complying with the Occupational Safety and Health Act.
True
Falls are the most common workplace accident in an office setting. T/F
True
If you wish to become an accountant, you will need a bachelor degree. T/F
True
It is important for team members to have trust in one another. T/F
True
Job shadowing requires obtaining permission from the employer. T/F
True
Making a good career decision requires knowing your strengths and interests. T/F
True
Pay exceptions may occur for differences in seniority, skill, productivity, services performed, or shift time. T/F
True
People with a strong work ethic view their work as a vital part of their lives. T/F
True
Problem solving is a transferable skill. T/F
True
Reading, organization, and participation skills are important in school and on the job. T/F
True
Recklessness and laziness are examples of unsafe behavior. T/F
True
Showing respect to your employer is a form of courtesy. T/F
True
Some of the occupations you will hold in the future may not exist today. T/F
True
Taking the initiative to perform job tasks demonstrates self-management. T/F
True
The ability to communicate effectively is an important leadership quality in both business and personal life. T/F
True
The majority of new service position jobs will be in business, health, social services, and technology. T/F
True
The program coordinator works on the student's behalf to help make the work-based learning experience successful. T/F
True
To help evaluate your progress on the job, you should keep a training record. T/F
True
What is an example of a positive attitude?
You tell your supervisor you look forward to working on the new project.
A training agreement is an agreement between which of the following?
You, your school, and your employer
A(n) ____________________ policy stresses the importance of regular attendance at school and work.
absentee
Your personal ____________________ is a reflection of you and is shown in your grooming and clothing.
appearance
When you schedule a doctor's appointment for a time after work hours, you are exhibiting the personal quality of ____.
attendance
Safety Conscious
aware of potential job hazards
A four-year college degree is known as a ____________________ degree.
bachelor
On-the-job training is normally provided for those jobs that do not require a ____________________.
degree
It is late in the day, and you are looking forward to going home when your supervisor drops off a rush project to you. You stay late to make sure it is finished. You have demonstrated ____.
dependability
Looking for new skills to learn on the job is one way to show ____________________.
dependability, work ethic, initiative, courtesy, individual, responsibility
Boxes that are stacked too high are an example of a ____ hazard.
material-storage
The multiple career directions found within career clusters are called career ____________________.
pathways
OSHA sets and enforces ____________________ and health standards for workers.
safety
Overtime pay must be paid at a rate of at least ____________________ times the employee's regular pay rate.
time-and-a-half (1.5)
