Consistency in Workplace Rules
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Which of the following statements is true about consistent application of work rules?

  • It can lead to improper motives
  • It is only necessary for certain cases
  • It is not necessary for maintaining fairness
  • It is important for maintaining fairness (correct)

    • In which case did an employee prove race discrimination?

  • Case 2
  • None of the cases
  • Case 3
  • Case 1 (correct)

    • What is 'reverse discrimination'?

  • Favoring majority employees over minority employees (correct)
  • Favoring minority employees over majority employees
  • Discrimination against employees involved in theft
  • Discrimination against employees involved in misconduct

    • Why was the firing of a female machine operator considered discriminatory?

    <p>Males usually operated the same machinery in a similar fashion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some 'don'ts' for supervisors to avoid inconsistency?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is generally protected under employment laws from retaliatory acts by employers?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can happen if work rules are not applied consistently?

    <p>Improper motives can be assigned to actions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is considered protected activity under retaliation laws?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the standard for determining whether a retaliatory action is unlawful?

    <p>If it is likely to dissuade employees from complaining about discrimination</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When can retaliation charges arise?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should managers and supervisors do to reduce the likelihood of retaliation charges?

    <p>Establish an independent basis for discipline</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should managers and supervisors avoid in order to reduce the chance of discipline problems?

    <p>Making unreasonable demands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the importance of treating employees kindly and respectfully?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should managers and supervisors do to make employees feel valuable?

    <p>Thank them for their contributions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should managers and supervisors do to ensure equal treatment of employees?

    <p>Treat employees who have claimed discrimination the same way as individuals who participated in proceedings on behalf of the employer</p> Signup and view all the answers

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