Certified Staffing Profesional Practice Exam

What is the responsibility of a staffing agency if PPE is charged to temporary employees?

1. The staffing agency has no liability

2. The staffing agency can withdraw responsibility

3. Both employers may be liable

4. Only the client is liable

The correct answer is: Both employers may be liable

The correct choice highlights the shared responsibility of both the staffing agency and the client employer in the context of personal protective equipment (PPE) being charged to temporary employees. When temporary workers are provided to a client, both parties have legal obligations to ensure the health and safety of those workers. The staffing agency typically has a duty to inform workers about their rights, including provisions for PPE. If the client employer requires that PPE be used for specific tasks, they too have an obligation to ensure that such equipment is available and that it meets safety standards. Charging temporary employees for PPE can raise issues of liability, as it could conflict with occupational safety regulations that dictate that employers must provide necessary safety equipment at no cost to employees. Therefore, in cases where PPE is charged, it may indicate a failure to comply with such regulations, potentially making both the staffing agency and the client liable for any resulting issues. This shared responsibility underscores the importance of clear communication and adherence to safety regulations within staffing arrangements.