employment law rights and responsibilites Flashcards
What must designers do to protect their intellectual property rights?
Register their design under copyright law and receive a number for each drawing
Designers have to ensure their designs are legally protected to prevent unauthorized use.
What is the process for assessing acts before they are passed?
Discussion in the House of Commons, three readings, then to the House of Lords for three readings
If approved, it can be sent back to the House of Commons or passed to the House of Parliament.
What does ACAS stand for?
Advisory, Consultation and Arbitration Service
ACAS provides support and guidance on employment relations.
What are employers responsible for regarding Continuous Professional Development (CPD)?
Allowing time off work for training, ensuring required training hours are reached, and paying for these hours
This responsibility varies based on the industry.
List some laws affecting employment.
- Employment Act of 1996
- Employment Relations Act 1999
- Employment Act 2002
These laws govern various aspects of employment rights and responsibilities.
What types of discrimination are prohibited by UK and European law?
- Sex
- Race
- Disability
- Religion
- Sexual orientation
Equality in employment must be upheld in hiring, training, and promotions.
What is the Sex Discrimination Act?
Outlaws direct and indirect sexual discrimination
This act was established in 1975 and updated in 1986.
True or False: The Disability Discrimination Act has exemptions for certain jobs.
True
Jobs with high physical demands, like police officers and firefighters, may be exempt.
What does the Race Relations Amendment Act require from public authorities?
Promote race equality
This act was established in 2000 to enhance race equality efforts.
What is positive action in the context of disability initiatives?
Provision of reasonable adjustments to assist employees with disabilities
This includes initiatives like guaranteed interview schemes.
What are the contents of a statement of employment?
- Procedures for dealing with absence from work
- Details of pension schedule
- Details of how to terminate employment
- Disciplinary rules and procedures
- Grievance procedures
These elements provide clarity on employment terms.
What is the statutory duty of employers under health and safety legislation?
Ensure health, safety, and welfare at work (s2 HSWA)
This duty is crucial for maintaining a safe workplace.
What must every site manager do according to CDM regulations?
Write a risk assessment
All employees, including subcontractors, must complete the risk assessment.
Define ‘agency’ in the context of employment.
Business providing services for finding employment or supplying personnel
Agencies may have various roles, including working with architects and civil engineers.
