St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office Discrimination/Harassment Policy Quiz

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What are the protected categories under the federal laws enforced by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission?

  • Race, color, religion, sex, national origin (correct)
  • Political affiliation, social status, physical appearance, language spoken
  • Gender, height, marital status, educational background
  • Income level, geographical location, family size, hobbies

In addition to race and sex, what other factors are protected against discrimination according to the text?

  • National origin and age (correct)
  • Political views and genetic information
  • Marital status and physical appearance
  • Educational background and hobbies

What types of harassment are covered under the laws enforced by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission?

  • Harassment based on political beliefs
  • Harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (correct)
  • Harassment based on geographical location
  • Harassment based on physical appearance

When could an employee face retaliation under the laws enforced by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission?

<p>Employee assisting with a job discrimination investigation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean for the agency to have a zero-tolerance policy regarding discrimination/harassment?

<p>No harassment or discrimination of any kind is allowed by the agency (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What kind of conduct is explicitly prohibited for all employees of the agency according to the text?

<p>Harassment or discrimination in accordance with the agency's policy (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What actions can lead to violation of the agency's policy even if it doesn't violate any laws?

<p>Harassment or discrimination regardless of legal implications (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office policy focus on?

<p>Promoting diversity and inclusion (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What kind of harassment is defined in the policy?

<p>Ethnic, Racial, Age, Religious, or Disability Harassment (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is considered a violation of the policy?

<p>Using negative stereotyping or slurs (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What action may result in violations of the policy even if the intended target is not offended?

<p>Conduct others find intimidating, hostile, or abusive (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What agency does the term 'Agency' refer to in the context of the policy?

<p>St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT considered an example of harassment based on the text?

<p>Friendly banter (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the EEO / Affirmative Action Plan posted online by the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office?

<p>Providing a professional work environment free from discrimination (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What kind of conduct is strictly prohibited in the workplace as per the agency's policy?

<p>Use of coarse, profane, or insulting language (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which behavior is considered unacceptable in the workplace according to the agency's policy?

<p>Participating in practical jokes that affect work performance (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What action should an employee take if they believe they have been a victim of discrimination or harassment?

<p>Immediately report to their chain of command (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT permitted according to the agency's policy on workplace conduct?

<p>Using respectful and professional language (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what situation is an employee entitled to report an incident under the agency's policy?

<p>If they have experienced discrimination or harassment (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the agency's stance on employees' use of insulting language in the workplace?

<p>Strictly prohibited (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for employees to abide by the agency's policy on workplace conduct?

<p>To create a professional and respectful work environment (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of creating an Internal Complaint in BlueTeam?

<p>To report misconduct directly to the Internal Affairs Lieutenant (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who can an employee report an alleged incident to besides the Internal Affairs Lieutenant?

<p>The Division Director, Human Resources, or the Sheriff (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What action will be taken as soon as practical after a complaint is received?

<p>An investigation shall be undertaken (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How long does the accused have to examine their conduct upon being notified of an allegation?

<p>Five days (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What will happen to the accused if they engage in retaliation upon the complainant?

<p>Serious disciplinary action, including termination (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for assigning an investigator for the complaints received?

<p>Division Director or designee (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be provided in the 'Summary' section of the program if an incident is not reported through the COC?

<p>The reason for not reporting the incident through the COC (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What will be initiated if the findings of the investigation are sustained?

<p>Remedial training for parties involved (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How will discrimination and harassment complaints be handled?

<p>Confidentially by the accused, complainant, and the agency (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What will happen if the allegations in a discrimination or harassment complaint are found to be unfounded or not sustained?

<p>Informing both the complainant and the accused accordingly (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When can the investigation file of a discrimination or harassment complaint be made confidential upon written request by the complainant?

<p>After the investigation is complete, subject to Public Records Law (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What will be handled confidentially during the investigation of discrimination and harassment complaints?

<p>All investigative inquiries (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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