Carol, who works in a medical office as an entry-level employee, contracted an infectious disease. It was found that the office did not have enough personal protective equipment, such as face masks and gloves. As a result, Carol got sick and has been on medical leave for three weeks. Which employee right did the medical office violate?

(1 point)
Responses

right to proper payments

right to proper payments

right to fair leave

right to fair leave

right to a safe workplace

right to a safe workplace

right to correct employment records

1 answer

The medical office violated the right to a safe workplace. Employees have the right to work in an environment that is free from known hazards, which includes having access to necessary personal protective equipment (PPE) to prevent illness or injury.