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Sexual Harassment - Illinois PT - 1 Hour

INSTRUCTIONS

You will need to answer 7 questions correctly to pass the test.

1. Which of the following was NOT a consideration when differentiating behavior between acceptable sexual conduct and unacceptable sexual harassment?

(A) Was the behavior welcomed?

(B) Did the behavior impact employment?

(D) How would a reasonable person assess the behavior?

2. Sexual harassment occurring in which of the following environments could potentially be classified as "work related"?

(A) Patient residences where the employee executes their job duties.

(B) Public spaces such as the facility parking lot during non-working hours.

(D) All of the above.

3. Which statement is TRUE regarding sexual harassment?

(A) Sexual harassment in the workplace is a women's issue not affecting men.

(B) Quid pro quo may involve a request for sexual favors in exchange for employment benefits.

(D) Individuals who overhear sexually offensive verbal comments cannot be considered victims of the harassment.

4. In the lunchroom, an employee frequently and publicly brags about their sexual exploits while sharing dating app screenshots. This type of behavior may be considered _______.

(A) Quid pro quo sexual harassment.

(B) An unethical interpersonal environment.

(D) Normal mid-day banter and stress relief.

5. Which of the following behaviors may be considered workplace sexual harassment?

(A) Unsolicited hugs during work hours from a colleague who the individual has dated.

(B) Married co-workers who walk from the parking lot into the building while holding each other's hand.

(D) Friendly flirting between mutually consenting individuals who are equal in power and authority.

6. Which of the following is TRUE regarding sexual harassment?

(A) If most people present find a joke funny, then the one person who is offended should leave the area because it is freedom of speech.

(B) It cannot be considered as sexual harassment if an employee offers well-intentioned compliments to co-workers about their appearance.

(C) Employers cannot control how vendors, visitors, and clients behave, so employees should not report inappropriate behaviors from these individuals.

(D) Employees need to consider their gestures and music choices in the workplace as these could contribute to a hostile work environment.

7. What must the victim be able to prove to establish a claim of hostile work environment or sexual harassment?

(A) Lost wages or economic injury

(B) Demotion or poor performance evaluations

(D) Denial of vacation or altered work schedule

8. What is the best initial action for someone to take if they are experiencing inappropriate and offensive physical or verbal actions in the workplace?

(A) Ignore the harassment, hoping it will go away.

(B) Communicate their objection to the offender and ask them to stop,

(D) Wait to notify management until other workers experience the same situation.

9. Who should you contact if you are the victim or bystander to sexual harassment in the workplace?

(A) Supervisor or management

(B) Employer human resources department

(D) Any of the above could be appropriate

10. Which of the following statements related to whistleblower protection is TRUE?

(A) Altering the employment situation of a whistleblower following a harassment claim may be considered retaliation.

(B) Employees cannot discuss sexual harassment claims with law enforcement officials if an employer non-disclosure agreement exists.

(D) There are not specific laws to protect individuals reporting misconduct, so one must be confident that harassment has occurred.

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Sexual Harassment - Illinois PT - 1 Hour

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