C717 Task 2 Knox.docx Business Ethics Task 2: Employees Rights and Responsibilities and Employers Ethical Responsibilities Western Governors University A1. Employees Rights and Responsibilities The employee
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C717 Task 2 Knox.docx Business Ethics Task 2: Employees Rights and Responsibilities and Employers Ethical Responsibilities Western Governors University A1. Employees Rights and Responsibilities The employee has the responsibility perform the duties of their job as it is defined by the employer. This is one of the most important responsibilities of every employee because if each person neglected their tasks the overall mission of the company would suffer. Every employee has the right to refuse to work in unsafe conditions. The Occupational Health and Safety Act protects employees from any retaliation if they decide to refuse work. This act is especially significant because workers can refuse work for themselves as for their coworkers if they feel it will put them in danger. Acts such as the Civil Rights Act has given employees the right to fair treatment. This is important for employees as well as the companys reputation because it protects employees from discrimination as well as harassment. It is important for employees to feel safe and welcome at work. This also reflects well on a company as a desirable place to work. A2. Employers Ethical Responsibilities Employers have what is known as ethical responsibilities to employees such as a safe environment to work in. This is not only an ethical responsibility but a legal responsibility outline in the Occupational Health and Safety Act. Employers are also moral, ad legally, obligated to provide a fair and harassment free. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . .
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