Individuals And Work

Question 1

WHAT IS THE NATURE OF WORK

Answer 1

Refers to the job individuals working in

Question 2

What is paid work

Answer 2

Paid work is work that provides individuals with a income to benefit themselves or family

Question 3

What is in unpaid work

Answer 3

Unpaid work that does not provide a income

Question 4

CHANGING WORK PATTERNS

EDUCATION

Answer 4

EducationEducation = employment in the past school leaves could easily get a job .Jobs are now targeted at skilled + Qualified workers.The job market Pushes poorly qualified no HSC or uni degree people down the line many ppl work

Question 5

Social CHANGING WORK PATTERNS

GENDER

Answer 5

Perceptions on gender Women have benefited from change in govt . Policy more policy than men Employe have been forced to accept work pattern that previously were not available

Question 6

CHANGING WORK PATTERNS

GOVERNMENT POLICY

Answer 6

Government policy Government policy relates to the laws and legislation the government enforce .Government policies impact on work and especially work patterns minimum that hours that are allowed to be worked for employees and employer

Question 7

CHANGING WORK PATTERNS

Family circumstances

Answer 7

Family circumstances Death, birth , marriage + divorce can all cause a change in work patterns.They can cause an increase or decrease in hours worked .Young children or Eldery parents that require care may cause a in hours

Question 8

CHANGING WORK PATTERNS

EMPLOYMENT

Answer 8

Employment - UnemployedEmployment is no longer 9-5 shift casual etc have changed these hours have unemployment . casualisation of the workforce has the number of Ft/Pt jobs available since casuals don’t receive sick

Question 9

CHANGING WORK PATTERNS

Economic

Answer 9

Economics The Australian Economy influence how many jobs + hours are available when the economy is strong are jobs people have money they want to spend and therefore creating lots of jobs when the economy is in decline weak people don’t have money there are less jobs

Question 10

CHANGING WORK PATTERNS

Technology

Answer 10

Technology - computers Technology has increased and created more opportunity to learn leading to greater employment options for individuals Research and development : some jobs ares made redundant

Question 11

What is the importance of work place

Answer 11

• Allows the employees to feel safe and be capable of fully completing their job in a comfortable area Physical + Emotional
• Allows the employees to feel safe and have a sense of equality present in the workplace Emotional + Social
• ## To ensure that if sick that the individual does not get other employees ill as it may slow down the productivity Physical + Economic

Question 12

Importance in work place ECONOMIC NEEDS

Answer 12

Importance In Workplace

• With the pay-slip, as it will allow employees to ensure that they are getting paid the correct amount for the correct hours that they have worked on the basis

Question 13

WORK Culture

Answer 13

Impacts emotional wellbeing, as having referral services or reserved places takes the ‘guess work’ out of finding a safe and suitable childcare centre as it is now one of the biggest inhibitors of women returning to the workforce

Question 14

Trade union

Answer 14

Organisations that have been created by workers for the purpose of protecting and advancing their interests and wellbeing

EMPLOYEE WELLBEING
Trade unions assist to improve social, financial and emotional wellbeing as they allow for individuals to be treated as equals within the workplace and ensure that all of their rights are given to them to ensure their pay is fair

Question 15

Flexible work

Hours
Rostering
Finishing times

Answer 15

• Economic wellbeing is maintained but has declined as the employee is still in a job despite working less hours or taking a break from normal hours of work

Question 16

Legalisation

Answer 16

Ensure the provision and maintenance of
a work environment without risks to health/safety

• Safe system and place of work Impact positively on physical wellbeing
  employees will be aware of the health and safety procedures that need to be lawfully obey as there is a high respect for health and safety

Question 17

Leave entitlement

Answer 17

set of minimums for unpaid parental leave and covers all situations relating to birth

By giving employees time off (whether paid or unpaid) and the right to return to work, employers are enabling skilled parents to return to the workforce. increase staff morale and provide a happier sense to one’s self

Question 18

Working conditions

Answer 18

Enables employees to use a kitchen area that leads to healthier choices when it comes to lunch and therefore benefitting the workplace health as a whole

Question 19

PERSONAL COMMItments

Answer 19

Religion 
Recreation 
Studying 
Leadership 
Parenting 
Hobbies 
Work 
Caring

Question 20

STRAGIES MANAGEMENT MULTIPLE ROLES

Answer 20

Negotiating and sharing roles

• Negotiate or share roles only to those with the capabilities to perform them
• e.g. In families with two working parents, household responsibilities must be shared equally depending on an individual’s strengths and abilities, often via a roster format

Question 21

Using technology

Answer 21

The internet can be used to assist with grocery shopping, budget advice, quick education and 24-hour news

• Technological advances in fabrics and textiles has allowed for easier methods of washing and ironing
• Technology in cooking appliances (

Question 22

Utilising work place structure

Answer 22

• When managing roles, individuals need to recognise the support structures that exist in the workplace

Using these structures can enhance both emotional and economic wellbeing
- For instance, an individual working through a grievance pressure may find support by accessing the appropriate trade union.

Question 23

Managing resources

Answer 23

Interchangeability of Resources

• Using labour-saving devices, such as microwaves and rice cookers
• Paying for cleaners rather than using your own time and energy

Question 24

Accessing support

Answer 24

• Counselling services available for those unable to cope with daily life without professional support