aPHRi Practice Questions

 Primary Reasons to Start an HR Function:

A.  

Legal compliance:

Ensures the organization adheres to employment laws and regulations such as fair hiring practices, wage and hour laws, and workplace safety standards.

Compliance reduces legal risks and ensures fair treatment of employees.

E.  

Employee engagement:

HR helps create a workplace culture that promotes satisfaction, motivation, and productivity, reducing turnover and enhancing organizational performance.

 Eliminating Incorrect Options:

B.  

Employer branding: While important, it is more of a strategic initiative than a fundamental reason to establish HR.

C/

D.  

Talent management: These are significant HR functions but are typically developed after the HR department is established.

 International HR References:

Fair Labor Standards Act (U.S.): Governs legal compliance in the workplace.

ILO Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work: Guides compliance and engagement initiatives.