A Centralized Organization Places a High Value on Profitability

question 149

Multiple Choice

A centralized organization places a high value on profitability. Whenever an employee makes a move that costs the organization money, they are terminated. The BEST action for the company to take in order to encourage ethical behavior is to ________.

• A) enact new termination policies giving workers more protection
• B) increase severity of punishments for whistleblowers
• C) eliminate punishments and only use rewards for desired behaviors
• D) change from an organic structure to a mechanistic structure

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Definitions:

Hazard Analysis

The process of identifying potential hazards that could cause harm in the workplace and determining the severity and likelihood of their occurrence.

Occupational Hazards

Risks or dangers that are inherent in a particular job or working environment, potentially causing injury or illness.

Health and Safety Complaints

Refers to issues or grievances raised by workers regarding potential hazards, unsafe working conditions or practices that could affect their health or safety at work.

Occupational Health

A field of healthcare and safety focused on preventing workplace injuries and illnesses through the promotion of healthy work environments.