Chap 2 Def Flashcards
(6 cards)
discrimination***
exclusion of members of certain groups through the application of employment policies or practices based on criteria that are not job-related
Ex: Race, Religion, Gender, Age, ethnic orgin
Bonafide occupational qualification***
A justifiable reason for discrimination based on buisness reasons of safety or effectiveness
Reasonable accomodation*
Making adjustment to working conditions to prevent discrimination.
Harrasment**
Any unwanted physical or verbal behavior that offends or humiliates the individual
Act of initimidation or threat
any act that causes personal humiliation or embarassment
Diversity management*
Optimizes the different background of employees to achieve business success.
Voluntary
Employment Standards**
specify the minimum obligations of employers towards employees. Applies to everyone.
It is enforced by complaints driven.