CHRP Employment Exam pt 2

Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA)

Legislation focused on enhancing health and safety in Ontario workplaces.

Minister of Labour

Responsible for carrying out the objectives of the OHSA and ensuring health and safety standards.

Workplace parties

Includes employees and employers who share responsibilities for health and safety in the workplace.

Right to refuse unsafe work

Worker's right to refuse work believed to endanger their health or safety.

Reprisal

An employer's act of retaliation against an employee for complying with the OHSA.

Inspectors

Individuals appointed to enforce the OHSA and conduct inspections of workplaces for compliance.

Due diligence

A legal defense for employers to prove they took reasonable steps to ensure safety under the OHSA.

Pay Equity Act (PEA)

Legislation aiming to achieve equal pay for work of equal value, addressing pay inequalities.

Employment Standards Act (ESA)

Legislation governing minimum employment standards in Ontario.

Bill 132

Legislation addressing sexual harassment and violence in the workplace, amending the OHSA.

Workplace harassment

Unwelcomed conduct in the workplace that is known or ought reasonably to be known to be unwelcome.

Duty to accommodate

Employer's obligation to make changes to support employees with disabilities.

Human Rights Code

Legislation in Ontario prohibiting discrimination in various areas, including employment.

Bona fide occupational requirements (BFOR)

Specific job requirements that are essential for the job and may legally justify discrimination.