U.S. National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) Labor Relations Specialist Union Practice Questions

Under the NLRA, what is a union shop?

• AA. A shop requiring union membership
• BB. A shop with no unions
• CC. A government agency
• DD. A non-profit organization

What must an employer do if a majority of employees sign a petition for union representation?

• AA. Conduct a survey
• BB. Fire the employees
• CC. Ignore the petition
• DD. Start negotiations

Which Act prohibits discrimination against employees for union activities?

• AA. Fair Labor Standards Act
• BB. Civil Rights Act
• CC. Family and Medical Leave Act
• DD. National Labor Relations Act

What is a common reason for a union to call a strike?

• AA. To end a strike
• BB. To gain better wages
• CC. To hire more staff
• DD. To lose members

How can employees express their grievances if they are represented by a union?

• AA. By going to the press
• BB. Via arbitration
• CC. Through management
• DD. By contacting NLRB