COMM 203 Chapter Notes - Chapter 2-6: Absenteeism, Job Evaluation, Job Performance
Document Summary
Chapter 2: the legal context for hrm and creating safe and healthy workplaces. Some define a diverse workforce as a competitive advantage that brings them a wider pool of talent and greater insight into the needs and behaviours of their diverse customers. Organizations are taking a strategic approach to occupational health and safety by adopting a values- based commitment to safe operations as a way to protect people. Employer-employee partnerships are put in place to create a climate and culture of safety in the organization in addition to ensuring compliance. It is important for employers to ensure they are aware of and comply with all legal requirements. Many hr departments and their organizations are moving beyond a mindset of compliance and are recognizing the strategic importance of valuing the various goals pursued through the legislation. (example: diversity) Treating someone differently, negatively, or adversely because of their race, age, religion, sex, or other prohibited ground.
