Respectful Workplace Policy Flashcards
What is the purpose of the Respectful Workplace Policy?
a) To define the behaviours expected of City employees
b) To comply with legislative responsibilities regarding harassment and discrimination
c) Both a) and b)
d) None of the above
C
Who does the Respectful Workplace Policy apply to?
a) Only full-time employees
b) Employees and members of council
c) Employees, members of council, vendors, suppliers, and members of the public
d) Employees and members of the public
C
Workplace interactions that are legitimate and reasonable are exempt from workplace harassment. Which of the following is NOT considered a legitimate and reasonable interaction?
a) Correcting performance deficiencies
b) Imposing remedies for workplace infractions
c) Encouraging diversity and inclusion
d) Resolving differences of opinion
C
What is one of the outcomes of the Respectful Workplace Policy?
a) Establishing and maintaining a physically and psychologically safe work environment
b) Celebrating diversity and fostering a sense of belonging
c) Complying with the Ontario Human Rights Code
d) All of the above
D
Which principle of the Respectful Workplace Policy emphasizes the importance of acknowledging and valuing differences in perspective?
a) Respect and Civility
b) Shared Responsibility
c) Zero Tolerance
d) None of the above
A
How does the City aim to achieve a Discrimination-free, Harassment-free, and Respectful Workplace?
a) By enforcing strict disciplinary actions
b) By establishing and communicating expectations and behaviors
c) By providing monetary incentives
d) By ignoring workplace incidents
B
Who should employees report incidents or complaints of Workplace Harassment and Discrimination to?
a) Their coworkers
b) Their friends outside of work
c) Their Supervisor, Human Resources, or any member of management
d) The media
C
How should supervisors handle incidents or complaints of Workplace Harassment and Discrimination?
a) By ignoring them
b) By promptly addressing, investigating, and dealing with them
c) By blaming the victim
d) By taking corrective actions against the reporter
B
What should supervisors do if a complaint is made to anyone other than Human Resources?
a) Nothing, as it’s not their responsibility
b) Promptly advise Human Resources of the complaint
c) Hide the complaint
d) Dismiss the complaint
B
What support systems are available for individuals affected by Harassment or Discrimination incidents?
a) Monetary compensation
b) Employee and Family Assistance Program and Peer Support Network
c) Legal assistance
d) None, as it is considered a personal matter
B
Who ensures that a Respectful Workplace Policy is in place and reviewed at least once annually?
a) Senior Leaders
b) Supervisors
c) Human Resources
d) Employees
A
What is one of the responsibilities of supervisors in maintaining a Respectful Workplace?
a) Ignoring incidents or complaints of Harassment or Discrimination
b) Ensuring Employee awareness of training and compliance
c) Taking Reprisal against individuals reporting incidents
d) Avoiding documentation of incidents or complaints
B
What should employees do if they experience or witness incidents of Harassment or Discrimination?
a) Ignore them
b) Report them to their coworkers
c) Report them to their Supervisor, Human Resources, or any member of management
d) Document them privately without informing anyone
C
What is one of the responsibilities of Human Resources regarding the Respectful Workplace Policy?
a) Ignoring incidents or complaints of Harassment or Discrimination
b) Facilitating informal resolutions and mediations
c) Taking Reprisal against individuals reporting incidents
d) Avoiding involvement in Investigations
B
What role does the Joint Health and Safety Committee play in maintaining a Respectful Workplace?
a) Developing and maintaining the program to implement the Respectful Workplace Policy
b) Ignoring incidents or complaints of Harassment or Discrimination
c) Encouraging Reprisal against individuals reporting incidents
d) Avoiding involvement in training programs
A