Helen Worked in a Fireworks Factory for 25 Years

question 24

Multiple Choice

Helen worked in a fireworks factory for 25 years. After she took early retirement, her doctor told her that her long-standing health issues were due to lead poisoning from materials that are now banned. What factor will be given serious consideration in assessing her WCB claim?

• A)how old and how sick she is
• B)whether the employer told her of the risk
• C)the latency period between exposure and illness
• D)whether she is already getting a retirement pension

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Definitions:

Legal

Pertaining to the system of rules that a particular country or community recognizes as regulating the actions of its members and may enforce by the imposition of penalties.

Educational Neglect

A form of child neglect where a caregiver fails to ensure a child receives adequate education either by not enrolling the child in school or not addressing their educational needs.

Child Maltreatment

Refers to any act by a parent, caregiver, or other individual that results in harm, potential for harm, or threat of harm to a child, including neglect, physical abuse, sexual abuse, or emotional abuse.

Autonomy Granting

The act of giving someone the freedom to act independently, often referenced in parenting styles as allowing children to make their own decisions within boundaries.