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3.  Explain what your school expects of you as a student and a work-based learning program.  Summarize the effects of the Fair Labor Standards Act on workers.  Identify what you can improve your learning skills. Chapter Objectives Chapter 2 Understanding Work- BASED Learning Mr. Dave Schmidt2

4.  Fair labor standards act (FLSA)  Minimum wage  Equal Pay Act  Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)  Priority  Summarizing  Interview  Social Security  Work permit  Training Agreement  Training Station Report Key Terms Chapter 2 Understanding Work- BASED Learning Mr. Dave Schmidt3

5.  The place that you are working at is your training station.  The program coordinator will visit your place of employment to ensure the student is working and appropriate environment.  Depending on age the appropriateness of the workstation.  The younger of the student the more restrictiveness there is to the workstation. Your Training Station Chapter 2 Understanding Work- BASED Learning Mr. Dave Schmidt4

6.  It is required by law that at work all employees must have a Social Security card  To make sure you receive Sosa's Social Security credit.  To have your proper identification for taxes.  Minors must have a work permit. Get a Social Security Number and a Work Permit Chapter 2 Understanding Work- BASED Learning Mr. Dave Schmidt5

7.  To assure the employer that the student is committed to the work experience.  To assure the students that the employer is committed to training him or her to do the job.  To assume the parents or guardian that the student is involved in a well-plan educational experience.  To assume the school-to-work coordinator that all parties understand these responsibilities and are committed to the student having a successful work experience. Abide by the Training Agreement Chapter 2 Understanding Work- BASED Learning Mr. Dave Schmidt6

8.  The training plan consists of a list of:  attitudes  skills  Knowledge  The purpose of a training plan is to formally identify your training supervisor on the job. The supervisor who is responsible for the training station and your on-the-job training this is the person your program coordinator contacts about your progress. Follow the Training Plan Chapter 2 Understanding Work- BASED Learning Mr. Dave Schmidt7

9.  Fair Labor Practices Act (FLSA)  Protects workers from unfair treatment by their employers.  Pass in 1938  Deals with the relationship between employees and employers  Minimum Wage  The lowest hourly rate that employer can pay.  This rate is set by the federal government periodically to meet the needs of inflation and recession. Know the Law Chapter 2 Understanding Work- BASED Learning Mr. Dave Schmidt8

10.  Overtime Pay  Must be paid at least 1 1/2 of the regular rate.  If Johnny worked the following hours, what is his gross pay?  Sunday: 6 hours  Monday: off  Tuesday: 8 hours  Wednesday: 8 hours  Thursday: 8 hours  Friday: 6 hours  Saturday: 10 hours  Total hours worked: 46 hours  40 hours times $10 an hour equal $400  6 hours times $15 an hour equal $90  Gross pay equals $490 Figuring Gross Pay Chapter 2 Understanding Work- BASED Learning Mr. Dave Schmidt9

11.  An amendment on the fair labor standards act resulted the Equal Pay Act of 1963  requires employers to pay equal pay no matter what sex was same job in the same working conditions.  Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)  Child Labor Standards  18-year-old people are no longer subject to federal child labor laws.  16 and 17-year-olds can only work on on hazardous jobs for number of hours.  14 and 15-year-olds may work outside school hours in various nonmanufacturing, non-mining, nonhazardous jobs above for no longer than 3 hours per school day or 18 hours per school week.  www.eeoc.gov. Equal Pay Chapter 2 Understanding Work- BASED Learning Mr. Dave Schmidt10

12.  To protect children from exploitation of work the FLSA child labor laws were created.  18-year-olds are no longer subject to the federal child labor laws they are considered an adult by the government.  16 and 17-year-olds can work in any nonhazardous job for number of hours  Hazardous jobs can be defined as operating motor vehicles or power driven machinery, working with explosive, oh and work in construction, demolition and other fields. Child Labor Standards Chapter 2 Understanding Work- BASED Learning Mr. Dave Schmidt11

13.  14 and 15-year-olds may work outside the school hours and various nonmanufacturing, non-mining, and nonhazardous jobs.  No longer than 3 hours per school day or 18 hours per school week.  During non-school periods they may work no longer than 8 hours per day or 40 hours per week.  May not begin work before 7 AM or extending past 7 PM  9 PM in the summer. Child Labor Standards, Continued Chapter 2 Understanding Work- BASED Learning Mr. Dave Schmidt12

14.  16 a workplace it is so important that the sole focus of one government agency.  The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)  OSHA main goal set and enforce safety and health standards for workers  Prevent accidents and injuries in the workplace.  Www.OSHA.gov Www.OSHA.gov Safe Labor Practices Chapter 2 Understanding Work- BASED Learning Mr. Dave Schmidt13

15.  School-to-work students need to develop time management skills. To be able to go to school get the grades they need, and able spend time at work to do a good job.  To do this students need be able to do the following:  Use time management skills, avoid wasting time.  Practice good study habits:  Keep a separate notebook for each class  Make sure you understand the assignment  Complete your assignments every day.  Don't procrastinate Study and Learn Chapter 2 Understanding Work- BASED Learning Mr. Dave Schmidt14

16.  Set aside a time and place to study.  Best time to study is between 2 PM to 5 PM  When it's time to study, began immediately.  Studying small segments of time.  30 minute segments.  Do the more difficult assignments first  Use your computer  The computer will help in researching.  Avoid time wasters, such as surfing on the Internet, and Facebook and other websites. Study and Learn, Continued Chapter 2 Understanding Work- BASED Learning Mr. Dave Schmidt15

17.  Each day develop a daily schedule plan You balance your work and study and recreation.  Prioritize your "to do" list.  Improve your reading skills.  Good reading skills can save time in studying and yet get better grades.  Read full sentences. Paraphrase your reading and a reading log.  Don't focus on single words  Participate in class.  Be a good listener.  Take good notes.  Ask questions to ensure understanding. Organize Your Schedule Chapter 2 Understanding Work- BASED Learning Mr. Dave Schmidt16

18. Developing Successful Habits Chapter 2 Understanding Work- BASED Learning Mr. Dave Schmidt17