Bullying
True or False:
Targeting a coworker with rumors and gossip is not a form of workplace bullying.
FALSE
Gossip at work harassment can be a kind of bullying that is difficult to identify. The purpose of gossip is to harm, disparage, and ruin reputations. In some cases, the environment itself is hostile, and in other cases, it may damage the career opportunities for the one being gossiped about. Gossip can be a very real and insidious form of workplace violence.
True or False:
A 'reasonable person' standard is applied to determine whether a behavior could be considered as harassment.
TRUE
A “reasonable person” standard is commonly used in legal contexts to assess whether a behavior could be considered as harassment. This standard involves evaluating the behavior from the perspective of an average, rational person in similar circumstances. It considers factors such as the nature of the behavior, its impact on the recipient, and societal norms. By applying this standard, it helps to ensure objectivity and fairness in determining whether a behavior qualifies as harassment.
True or False:
Harassing behaviors are those that disrespect another person or group.
TRUE.
Harassing behaviors involve actions or works that show a lack of respect towards another individual or a group. These behaviors can include bullying, intimidation, discrimination, or any form of mistreatment that causes harm or distress to others. By engaging in these behaviors, individuals disregard the rights and dignity of others, which goes against the principles of respect and equality.
DAILY DOUBLE
Who is impacted by workplace violence?
EVERYONE.
DAILY DOUBLE
True or False:
A member of leadership can be a bully and/or be the target of bullying?
Yes.
True or False:
The anti-discrimination laws prevent retaliation against someone for complaining about harassment in the workplace.
TRUE
Anti-discrimination laws aim to protect employees from unfair treatment based on various factors, including harassment. One aspect of this protection is preventing retaliation against individuals who speak up about workplace harassment. By prohibiting retaliation, these laws encourage employees to report harassment without fear of adverse consequences.
DAILY DOUBLE
Who is responsible for preventing racial discrimination?
EVERYONE.
When someone makes a complaint, who can you share the information with?
The Leadership Team, HR Department or Company Compliance Hotline.
-Should not be discussed with other employees. The investigation will determine who is a 'need-to-know' employee while the investigation is pending.
True or False:
A hostile work environment is created when a person's conduct creates an intimidating or offensive work environment.
TRUE.
A hostile work environment is created when a person’s conduct creates an intimidating, hostile, or offensive work environment. This means that if someone’s behavior or actions make the workplace feel unwelcoming, threatening, or offensive to others, it can be considered a HWE. This can include actions such as harassment, discrimination, or bullying, which can have a negative impact on employees’ well-being and job performance.
True or False:
Only unwelcome sexual advances constitute as sexual harassment.
FALSE.
SEXUAL HARASSMENT ENCOMPASSES A RANGE OF BEHAVIORS BEYOND UNWELCOME ADVANCES.
It can include any unwanted sexual attention, comments, gestures, or actions that create a hostile or offensive environment. This can include inappropriate jokes, comments about someone’s appearance, or any other form of sexual misconduct.
True or False:
Asking out a coworker via text/call with a phone number you have because of work purposes can be considered harassment.
TRUE
If you are getting texts that include inappropriate messages, unwanted sexual advances, or other unsolicited contact, the texting has crossed the line and becomes illegal. Even if the text messages are not overtly sexual in nature, they could still create a HWE. Sending vulgar jokes, unwanted flirtation are good examples of this.
True or False:
A behavior does not need to be violent or filled with anger to be considered hostile.
TRUE
Hostility can be expressed in various ways, not just through violence or anger. Hostility can also be displayed through passive-aggressive behavior, sarcasm, manipulation, or even subtle acts of exclusion or disregard.
True or False:
Being subjected to temper tantrums when disagreeing with someone is a form of workplace bullying.
TRUE
Behaviors which may be considered unreasonable and inappropriate workplace practice may be perceived as bullying. While actions are not necessarily illegal and may not even be against policies, the damage that such actions cause-both to the targeted employee and the workplace morale is significant. Other examples include: Making unreasonable demands, yelling, swearing, sending aggressive emails and monopolizing supplies and other resources.
The age at which you are protected from age discrimination.
40
The Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) forbids age discrimination against people who are age 40 or older.
A male nurse who faces harassment for having what is perceived as a woman's job is an example of this kind of harassment.
GENDER HARASSMENT
Who can an employee contact if they want to remain anonymous about a concern, don't feel comfortable sharing it with HR/leadership, or feel a situation wasn't handled correctly and should be escalated?
The Company Compliance Hotline
Donaldson is committed to doing business ethically and within the law. All Donaldson employees should comply with the letter and spirit of the compliance policies and promptly report any known or suspected violation of Donaldson’s Corporate Compliance Policies or the law, to their Manager, the HR Manager or contact the Business Conduct Help Line at 1-888-366-6031. This number is posted on the bulletin boards, lunchroom slideshow, and is available on OneBlue, or through HR/leadership - no questions asked.
True or False:
Having others refuse your request for assistance or continuously being ignored is not a form of workplace bullying.
FALSE
Being overlooked and perpetually ignored is a bullying tactic and it involves what might appear as slight brush offs to the target for the bully to gain the upper hand. Not making eye contact, shaking hands with everyone but the target, engaging in conversation with others in the room and not you, are all examples of this.
What do you call a modification or adjustment to a job and/or work environment that will enable a qualified applicant or employee with a disability to participate and perform essential job functions?
Reasonable Accommodation
The translation for this form of harassment is, "this for that". It is a type of exchange-based sexual harassment in which the harasser, who is often a manager or senior-level employee, may offer something of value in exchange for a sexual favor.
QUID PRO QUO HARASSMENT
What is important for all incidents (regardless of severity) and at every step of the disciplinary process?
Documentation
Documentation is imperative for informed decision making, especially in court proceedings. Communication about any incident (even if not a formal write-up) should be documented in detail. This aids in timelines, clarity, witness accounts, etc., especially if the situation escalates.