If an employer is unable to comply with an OSHA standard, what alternative is available to the employer?
2.Steven Goldberg, who is Jewish, is a factory worker at Uranus Umbrella Company. His work shift has been
changed on weekdays to 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. He asks for an accommodation to have his shift adjusted on
Fridays to allow him to return home before sunset. Uranus claims this accommodation would place it in
violation of the seniority provision of the collective bargaining agreement it has with Steven’s union. How
would you advise Uranus? (Moran 433)
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3.Veronica is a waitress at Didi’s Diner. She is paid $2.13 per hour, and she is entitled to keep all of her
tips, which average $8.50 per hour. Is Didi’s in compliance with the FLSA? (Moran 452)
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4.At Paradise Elementary School, the cleaning staff uses a strong chemical containing bleach to clean the
restrooms. Breathing masks are provided, but the workers refuse to wear them because the children laugh. The
principal is concerned that this may constitute an OSHA violation. How would you advise her? (Moran 470)
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