Question

UNIT 6 Activity 1 Complete all components in the activity below according to the given instructions. Refer to the provided rubric for information on how you will be graded. Submit your work as a file attachment using the dropbox. The activity is worth 15 points. Describe Functions of Government Agencies and Laws Required Materials Word processing software Several government agencies and laws exist to protect the employees of businesses. These agencies and their respective laws require small business owners to comply in order to protect the rights and opportunities of employees. Compliance with the laws also helps business owners to avoid any kind of potential conflict, legal issues, fines, or other types of penalties. Follow these steps to complete this activity. You will create a chart in a word processing program based on the directions below. Step 1: Set Up Chart Create a 3-column, 6-row chart In the first row at the top of the chart: Label the first column “Agency/Law” Label the second column “Description” Label the third column “Example” Step 2: List Agencies and Laws List the following agencies/laws in the first column under the “Agency/Law” heading: Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) American with Disabilities Act (ADA) Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) Step 3: Describe Each In the second column under the “Description” heading for each agency or law: Provide a brief description of the type of law or agency covered. Describe the function of that agency or law. Step 4: Give Examples In the third column under the “Example” heading for each agency or law: Provide one example of how the law/agency would be applied. Provide one example of a violation of that law/agency

Answer 1

Below is a structured chart that you can copy into a word processing program. It meets the criteria outlined in your activity instructions.

| Agency/Law | Description | Example | |-----------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) | OSHA is a federal agency responsible for ensuring safe and healthy working conditions for employees. It sets and enforces standards for workplace safety and health. | Example of application: An employer provides safety training for all employees operating heavy machinery. <br> Example of violation: An employer fails to provide necessary safety equipment, leading to an accident. | | Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) | The EEOC enforces federal laws prohibiting employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information. | Example of application: A company conducts training to prevent discrimination in hiring practices. <br> Example of violation: An employer refuses to hire a qualified candidate based on their race. | | Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) | The ADA prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in all areas of public life, including jobs, schools, transportation, and public accommodations. | Example of application: An employer makes workplace adjustments to accommodate an employee who uses a wheelchair. <br> Example of violation: An employer does not provide reasonable accommodations, resulting in a disabled employee being unable to perform their job. | | Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) | The FMLA allows eligible employees to take up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave for certain family and medical reasons, ensuring job protection during the leave period. | Example of application: An employee takes FMLA leave to care for a newborn baby. <br> Example of violation: An employer retaliates against an employee for taking FMLA leave by denying them a promotion. | | Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) | The FLSA establishes minimum wage, overtime pay, recordkeeping, and youth employment standards for employees in both the private and public sectors. | Example of application: A company pays employees at least the federal minimum wage for their work hours. <br> Example of violation: An employer does not pay overtime to non-exempt employees working over 40 hours a week. |

Make sure to format the chart properly in your word processing software and follow any additional formatting requirements your instructor may have provided. Once completed, you can save the document and submit it through the designated dropbox.