ADMIN 411 Workplace Harassment Policy Overview
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What is the definition of unlawful harassment as per the text?

  • Verbal or physical conduct that promotes a positive work environment.
  • Verbal or physical conduct that is part of normal workplace interactions.
  • Verbal or physical conduct that denigrates or shows hostility towards an individual based on certain characteristics. (correct)
  • Verbal or physical conduct that leads to improved workplace relationships.

Who can be the perpetrators of unlawful harassment in the workplace?

  • Supervisors, co-workers, vendors, clients, or other parties. (correct)
  • Only co-workers.
  • Only employees from other departments.
  • Only supervisors.

Which of the following categories is NOT protected from harassment according to the text?

  • Age over 40.
  • Gender identity.
  • Disability.
  • Educational background. (correct)

What consequences can result if it is found that the County's policy against unlawful harassment has been violated?

<p>Immediate and appropriate disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which legislation(s) may be violated if workplace harassment occurs?

<p>Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, and the Americans with Disabilities Act, as Amended or the Florida Civil Rights Act. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for maintaining a workplace that is free of unlawful harassment?

<p>All employees. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the policy, what is one example of conduct that may constitute sexual harassment?

<p>Unwelcome sexual propositions (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT considered a violation of the County's policy prohibiting sexual harassment?

<p>Discussing a coworker's personal life with others (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the policy, what is one way that sexual harassment can occur, even if the intended target is not offended?

<p>If others reasonably find the conduct to be intimidating, hostile or abusive (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most serious disciplinary action the County may take for a violation of the policy prohibiting sexual harassment?

<p>Discharge or termination of employment (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Based on the policy, which of the following would NOT be considered a violation of the policy prohibiting unlawful harassment?

<p>Discussing personal hobbies with a coworker during a lunch break (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the policy, what type of material is considered a violation of the policy prohibiting unlawful harassment?

<p>Any written or graphic material that denigrates or shows hostility toward an individual or group based on protected characteristics (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the County's policy prohibiting unlawful harassment?

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

According to the policy, what is one way that violations of the policy prohibiting sexual harassment can occur?

<p>If submission to the conduct is an explicit or implicit term or condition of employment (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT considered a violation of the County's policy prohibiting unlawful harassment?

<p>Discussing personal matters with a coworker during a coffee break (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the policy, what is the County's commitment regarding complaints of sexual harassment?

<p>The County will promptly and thoroughly investigate all complaints of sexual harassment (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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