no self motivation, poor work ethic, inferior work, extended breaks, take more days off, speak negatively about the business
what are the benefits of volunteer work for the community
services to those in need, community improvement, community spirit, friendship and relationships
name 3 reasons why people work
financial reward, affluence, social contact, use qualifications, satisfaction, high status
Describe some reasons why there is more women in the workforce
socially acceptable, economic necessity, higher educational attainment, childcare supports, part time options
disadvantages of dual- earner households
role overload, role conflict, more responsibility for older kids, kids may feel neglected, vulnerable family member cared for outside the home
what Act has lead to improved working conditions for employees
Safety, Health and Welfare at work Act 2005 and 2010
what is the role of unpaid work in the community
provides services to disadvantaged groups, complements the work of the government, run services that should be provided by the government, social awareness,
discuss three variations of working conditions
working hours, employee participation, manual work, stress levels, entitlements
advantages of dual-earner families on family life
more disposable income, fathers involved in parenting, fathers involved in household chores, kids have good attitudes to work
which Act protects against young people in work
Protection of Young Persons (employment) Act 1996
what affects people attitudes to work
job satisfaction, socio-economic background, social contact, work ethic, working conditions, personal identity and status
name 4 different grounds for which employees cannot be discriminated against
gender, civil status, family status, age, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation, member of the travelling community
Name 2 disadvantages of a student in part-time employment
less study time, reduced leisure time, increased absenteeism from school
Identify some of the changes in patterns of work and availability in Ireland
increases industrial automation, decline in primary and secondary industries, increase in tertiary industries, increases educational requirements to get a job
What act protects against discrimination in the workplace
Employment Equality Acts 1998-2015
Define Extrinsic Satisfaction
The satisfaction that comes from the benefits associated with the job
list an advantage of day-care centers
qualified staff, stimulating environment, regulations for health and safety, reliable, social skills
Define Intrinsic Satisfaction
satisfaction that comes from completing the job, high self esteem, associated with vocations e.g. teacher
Differenciate between paid and unpaid work
financial reward, qualifications, working hours
name 2 advantages of a student in part-time employment
transferable skills, earn an income, develop management skills
name and explain the different factors to consider when choosing childcare
price, environment, age/ needs of child, convenience, experience and qualifications
how has the patterns of gender roles changed
more egalitarian, women may be the breadwinner, father may stay at home, joint responsibility
Describe how there is more flexibility in the workplace