HRCI Exam PHR Topic 10 Question 29 Discussion

Actual exam question for HRCI's PHR exam

Question #: 29
Topic #: 10

Your organization has decided to close one of the manufacturing plants, where it employs 250 employees. The closing is not a reflection of the employee's performance, but due to poor sales of the equipment the plant produces. What is the employer required to do for the employees in light of the plant closing?

AOffer a written notice of the plant closing at least 60 days prior to the closing date.

BOffer the employees an opportunity to resign from their position with two week severance pay.

COffer the employees a transfer to other plants that will remain open.

DOffer the employees a final performance assessment.

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Suggested Answer: A

The only requirement the organization must fulfill is to offer, in writing, a notice of the plant closing at least 60 days prior to the closing event. Answer option C is incorrect. The organization is not required to offer job transfers. Answer option B is incorrect. The organization is not required to offer severance packages, though many organizations may. Answer option D is incorrect. The organization is not required to offer a final performance assessment for the employees.

by Emerson at May 03, 2022, 10:55 AM

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