HRCI Exam SPHR Topic 1 Question 86 Discussion

Actual exam question for HRCI's SPHR exam

Question #: 86
Topic #: 1

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Which one of the following statements is true of a hostile work environment?

AOnly a supervisor can create a hostile work environment.

BA grievance procedure/policy against discrimination protects employers from hostile work environment claims.

CWhen a single incident of unwanted touching occurs, a hostile work environment has been created.

DA hostile work environment may be created when an individual witnesses the ongoing harassment of a co-worker.

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Suggested Answer: D

Answer option D is correct.

Generally, injuries are not work-related if the employee is engaged in a voluntary wellness activity (C), eating food prepared for personal consumption (A), or has the common cold/flu (B). This is important for two reasons: to determine OSHA recordability and to determine compensability under workers' compensation.

Chapter: Risk Management

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by Elfriede at Aug 03, 2024, 10:33 AM

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Zana

17 days ago

As if a supervisor would ever admit to creating a hostile work environment. They'd probably try to blame the employees instead.

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2 months ago

I think option D is the correct answer. Witnessing ongoing harassment of a co-worker can definitely contribute to a hostile work environment.

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Karon

19 days ago

I think option C could also be a possibility, as unwanted touching can definitely create a hostile work environment.

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Josephine

1 months ago

I agree, option D seems like the most accurate choice.

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Candida

2 months ago

I think the answer is D.

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