Unit 3 - The World of Work & Workplace Safety Flashcards
Worker Rights, Laws & Regulations in the Workplace Employment Standards Act, Ontario Health & Safety Act
What is the general minimum wage?
$16.55/17.20
After 44 hours of work in one week, what are you entitled to?
You are entitled to 1.5 times the rate of regular pay
How many weeks is pregnancy leave? is it paid or unpaid?
There are 17 weeks of pregnancy leave which are unpaid
How many weeks of parental leave? Is it paid or unpaid?
There are 63 weeks of pregnancy leave which are unpaid
What is the Homeworkers Minimum Wage? Who does it apply to?
It is $18.90 and applies to those who do paid work in their homes
What is the average hours of work a day?
8 hours per day
What is severance pay?
One week of pay for each year you worked, only up to a maximum of 26 weeks
What does the Employment Standards Act cover?
Hours of work, Wages, Termination, and Pregnancy leave
What is the average hours of work a week?
48 hours a week
How long does Vacation pay for?
2 weeks per year
How long do Public Holidays pay for?
9 days
What is the student wage?
$16.20
What must an employer do for terminations/layoffs for 3+ months of work?
Give advance written notice or termination pay instead
What is the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OHSA)?
An act designed to:
- To ensure all workplaces are safe
- Define the rights and duties of everyone in the workplace
What are your rights under the act?
To know, To participate, and to refuse unsafe work
