6.1 External Impacts on Business - Employment Laws

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6.1 External Impacts on Business - Employment Laws

Year 13

What are the consequences of not complying with health and safety laws?

1. Legal penalties and fines.
2. Improved employee satisfaction.
3. Negative impact on business reputation.
4. Increased business profits.

What are some benefits of complying with health and safety laws?

1. Decreased customer satisfaction.
2. Increased business expenses.
3. Improved employee morale and productivity.
4. Reduced workplace accidents and injuries.

What is the purpose of health and safety laws?

1. To protect workers and ensure safe working conditions.
2. To create unnecessary bureaucracy.
3. To increase business profits.
4. To promote unhealthy work practices.

What is the purpose of employment laws?

1. To protect the rights of employees
2. To limit employee benefits
3. To maximize business profits
4. To promote workplace discrimination

Which of the following is an example of an employment law?

1. Minimum wage legislation
2. Advertising guidelines
3. Taxation policies
4. Product pricing regulations

How can employment laws affect businesses?

1. By boosting employee motivation
2. By enhancing product quality
3. By expanding market reach
4. By increasing operational costs

What is the impact of employment laws on recruitment?

1. They allow age discrimination
2. They promote gender inequality
3. They require fair hiring practices
4. They encourage biased selection criteria

Why do businesses need to comply with employment laws?

1. To exploit employees' rights
2. To avoid legal penalties and lawsuits
3. To gain a competitive advantage
4. To reduce employee turnover

What is the purpose of minimum wages?

1. To maximize profits for businesses.
2. To increase unemployment rates.
3. To ensure workers receive a fair income.
4. To discourage employees from working.

Why is health and safety important in business?

1. To save money on insurance costs.
2. To protect employees from workplace hazards.
3. To increase productivity at work.
4. To create a stressful work environment.

What are the consequences of not complying with minimum wage laws?

1. Higher profit margins.
2. Improved business reputation.
3. Legal penalties and reputational damage.
4. Increased employee satisfaction.

How does health and safety legislation benefit businesses?

1. Increases business expenses.
2. Increases employee turnover.
3. Reduces the likelihood of workplace accidents.
4. Creates a negative public image.

What is the role of legislation in protecting workers' rights?

1. To ensure fair treatment and prevent exploitation.
2. To encourage discriminatory practices.
3. To limit employee benefits and entitlements.
4. To prioritize business interests over workers.