Oregon Construction Contractors (CCB) Practice Test

Under what circumstance is an employee NOT disqualified from unemployment benefits?

1. The person was dismissed for more than one controlled substance issue

2. The person voluntarily left without good cause

3. The person was laid off

4. The person was dismissed for misconduct

The correct answer is: The person was laid off

The correct answer highlights that an employee is generally not disqualified from unemployment benefits if they were laid off. A layoff typically occurs when an employer needs to reduce their workforce due to factors such as economic downturns, restructuring, or a decrease in business needs, and it is often considered a termination for reasons beyond the employee's control. In this case, the worker is not at fault and is thus eligible for assistance while they seek new employment. In contrast, the other situations indicate scenarios where the employee might be disqualified. Dismissals due to controlled substance issues or misconduct usually imply some form of wrongdoing or failure to meet workplace standards, leading to ineligibility for benefits. Similarly, voluntarily leaving a job without good cause reflects a choice by the employee that can result in disqualification from receiving unemployment assistance.