On two recent occasions, an emergency room clerk showed up for her late-night 12-hour shift under the influence of alcohol and was sent home even though a staff replacement could not be found, and patients had already been waiting for over three hours. What type of legislation would guide the manager's immediate decision on how to handle the emergency room clerk who came to work under the influence of alcohol?
A) human rights
B) privacy
C) employment standards
D) health and safety

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The best choice is health and safety legislation because the emergency room clerk's behavior puts both themselves and the patients at risk. The manager has a duty to ensure the safety of everyone in the workplace, and addressing the situation under health and safety legislation is the most appropriate course of action.

On Two Recent Occasions, an Emergency Room Clerk Showed Up