#1
Which of the following is covered under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)?
Only private sector employers with 50 or more employees
ExplanationFMLA applies to private sector employers with 50 or more employees.
#2
How many weeks of unpaid leave does the FMLA generally provide?
12 weeks
ExplanationFMLA generally provides 12 weeks of unpaid leave.
#3
What is the maximum duration of FMLA leave an eligible employee can take within a single 12-month period?
12 weeks
ExplanationMaximum FMLA leave duration is 12 weeks in a 12-month period.
#4
Which of the following does FMLA NOT cover?
Caring for a sibling with a serious health condition
ExplanationFMLA does not cover caring for a sibling with a serious health condition.
#5
Which of the following is TRUE regarding intermittent FMLA leave?
It can be taken in increments as small as one hour
ExplanationIntermittent FMLA leave can be taken in one-hour increments.
#6
Under FMLA, which family members qualify as 'covered' for caregiving purposes?
Spouse, child, and parent
ExplanationSpouse, child, and parent qualify as 'covered' family members under FMLA.
#7
What is the maximum number of weeks of FMLA leave available for military caregiver leave?
26 weeks
ExplanationMaximum FMLA leave for military caregiver is 26 weeks.
#8
What is the minimum duration of employment required for an employee to be eligible for FMLA leave?
12 months
ExplanationEmployees need 12 months of employment for FMLA eligibility.
#9
Which of the following is NOT a qualifying reason for taking FMLA leave?
To attend a wedding ceremony
ExplanationAttending a wedding ceremony is not a qualifying reason for FMLA leave.
#10
How many employees must an employer have for FMLA to apply?
15 or more
ExplanationFMLA applies to employers with 15 or more employees.
#11
What is the maximum duration of FMLA leave for a qualifying exigency related to military service?
12 weeks
ExplanationMaximum FMLA leave for military exigency is 12 weeks.
#12
In what year was the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) signed into law in the United States?
1993
ExplanationFMLA was signed into law in the United States in 1993.
#13
Which federal agency is responsible for overseeing compliance with the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)?
Department of Labor
ExplanationDepartment of Labor oversees FMLA compliance.
#14
In what circumstances can an employer deny FMLA leave?
When an employee's leave would cause substantial and grievous economic injury to the employer
ExplanationFMLA leave can be denied if it causes substantial economic injury to the employer.
#15
Under FMLA regulations, how often must an employer notify employees of their rights under the act?
Once a year
ExplanationEmployers must notify employees of FMLA rights once a year.
#16
Which of the following is NOT a requirement for an employee to be eligible for FMLA leave?
Employee must have a medical certification for their own serious health condition
ExplanationMedical certification for an employee's own condition is not required for FMLA eligibility.
#17
Which of the following statements regarding FMLA is FALSE?
FMLA leave must be paid
ExplanationFMLA leave is unpaid; it does not have to be paid.
#18
Which of the following is NOT a potential consequence for employers who violate FMLA regulations?
Criminal charges
ExplanationCriminal charges are not a potential consequence for FMLA violations.
#19
How often can an employee renew their FMLA leave if they continue to meet eligibility requirements?
Every 12 months
ExplanationFMLA leave can be renewed every 12 months if eligibility is maintained.