Oregon Construction Contractors (CCB) Practice Test

The Worker Adjustment and Restraining Notification Act (WARN) requires employers to provide notice how many days in advance of covered plant closings?

1. 30 days

2. 45 days

3. 60 days

4. 90 days

The correct answer is: 60 days

The Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act mandates that employers provide at least 60 days' notice to employees prior to covered plant closings and mass layoffs. This law is designed to protect workers and their families by giving them sufficient time to prepare for the potential economic impact of job loss. The advance notice allows employees to seek other employment opportunities, access training programs, or make other necessary arrangements to mitigate the disruption caused by layoffs or closings. The requirement for a 60-day notice reflects the intent to balance the employer’s operational needs with the welfare of employees, ensuring they are not abruptly faced with job loss without any prior warning. This period provides a critical window for workers to respond to such significant changes in their employment status.