Chapter 5

Question 1

What are the fundamental principle of human rights law

Answer 1

individualization, respect for employees dignity and inclusive design

Question 2

What is just cause for undue hardship

Answer 2

onus on employer, costs, outside sources of funding, and health and safety

Question 3

How do you fulfill your duty to accommodate?

Answer 3

1. accommodating employees with disabilities (must eliminate non-essential job duties)
2. accommodating employees who abuse drugs or alcohol (rehabilitation program or time off for it)
3. accommodating employees religious belief and practices (dress codes, break policies, religious leaves)
4. accommodating employees pregnancy and breast feeding needs (temp relocation, modification of work duties, flexible work schedules)
5. accommodating employees family status needs (general family care-giving obligations)

Question 4

what are the rules for workplace harassment and sexual harassment according to the human rights code

Answer 4

requires a course of conduct, must be known, lack of intent to offend is not a defense, and poisoned work environment