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Which of the following is an example of workplace harassment?
Which of the following is an example of workplace harassment?
- Pete is laughing at Nathaniel's jokes.
- Mia frequently overhears Nathaniel telling dirty jokes to Pete at work. They are not directed at her, but she is offended. (correct)
- Nathaniel is telling dirty jokes to Mia.
- Mia is joining in on the jokes.
What responsibility do non-manager employees have to prevent workplace harassment?
What responsibility do non-manager employees have to prevent workplace harassment?
Report harassment through appropriate channels when it occurs.
Which of the following employers is liable for the harassment in his or her workplace?
Which of the following employers is liable for the harassment in his or her workplace?
- A manager who does not observe any harassment.
- Olivia overhears verbal harassment occurring between her employees, but because none of them has reported it, she does nothing. (correct)
- A manager who takes immediate action upon receiving a report.
- An employer who does not monitor employee interactions.
Which of these events is an example of sexual harassment?
Which of these events is an example of sexual harassment?
What does quid pro quo harassment involve?
What does quid pro quo harassment involve?
When can a work environment be considered hostile?
When can a work environment be considered hostile?
Is Danielle being harassed?
Is Danielle being harassed?
What can Troy do to ease his fears about working with Ana?
What can Troy do to ease his fears about working with Ana?
What can Phil do regarding David's situation?
What can Phil do regarding David's situation?
Which of the following would constitute 'undue hardship' when attempting to accommodate an employee's sincerely held religious beliefs?
Which of the following would constitute 'undue hardship' when attempting to accommodate an employee's sincerely held religious beliefs?
In which of these situations is proselytizing considered harassment?
In which of these situations is proselytizing considered harassment?
What is an example of reasonable accommodation?
What is an example of reasonable accommodation?
Who is protected on the basis of age?
Who is protected on the basis of age?
Is Greg being retaliated against for merely snubbing a colleague?
Is Greg being retaliated against for merely snubbing a colleague?
Which of the following employees is handling harassment in the workplace correctly?
Which of the following employees is handling harassment in the workplace correctly?
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Study Notes
Workplace Harassment Overview
- Workplace harassment includes offensive behaviors that create a hostile environment, even if not directed at a specific individual.
- Employees must report harassment through proper channels to prevent it.
Employer Liability
- Employers are liable for harassment incidents if they are aware of it and fail to act, as seen in Olivia's inaction regarding verbal harassment.
- Employers are responsible for maintaining a respectful workplace.
Sexual Harassment
- Quid pro quo harassment occurs when employment benefits are contingent upon sexual favors.
- Any situation that creates a sexually hostile environment, including inappropriate materials, qualifies as sexual harassment.
Racial Harassment
- Harassment can arise from unfavorable treatment based on personal characteristics, such as hair texture linked to racial background.
- Non-verbal cues or jokes can still constitute harassment, even without direct references to race.
Understanding Cultural Differences
- Building understanding through communication can ease fears stemming from cultural differences, as illustrated in Troy's situation with Ana.
Accommodating Religious Beliefs
- Managers must address customer concerns regarding employee appearance, but should defend employees' rights to express their religious beliefs.
- "Undue hardship" applies when accommodating an employee's religious practices imposes excessive burdens, such as grooming policies conflicting with faith.
Proselytizing and Harassment
- Regularly inviting coworkers to religious events can cross into harassment if unsolicited and unwelcome, similar to Ronald's behavior.
Disability Accommodations
- Making physical adjustments, like adding wheelchair access, demonstrates reasonable accommodation for workers with disabilities.
Age Discrimination
- Protection against age discrimination begins at 40 years of age under federal law.
Retaliation in the Workplace
- Minor social actions, such as snubbing, do not suffice as retaliation within workplace harassment contexts.
Reporting and Addressing Harassment
- Employees should feel empowered to report uncomfortable behaviors, as demonstrated by Lana's experience with inappropriate affection from coworkers.
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