...with Florrick Designs. It will also provide her with advice as to what action she should be in place to take, in accordance with her grievances with the employer which include discrimination on the grounds of no reasonable adjustments being made as to her disability, as well as direct discrimination on the basis that disability. Preliminary Issues Firstly it will be necessary to establish Ms Sharma as an employee. Article 3 of the Employment Rights (NI) Order 1996 defines an employee as an individual who works under a contract of employment. Although this does not give an extensive insight as to her status, it can also be inferred from her considerable employment with Florrick Designs over 12 years, that she is indeed an employee. It has already been established and is recognised that Ms Sharma is disabled within the definition of the Disability Discrimination Act 1995 (hereafter DDA 1995). It must also be established that the employer was aware of the disability of the claimant and that it left her at a substantial disadvantage in comparison to her non-disabled colleagues with regards to retaining employment. This should not be an issue here, due to the fact that Ms Sharma has worked at Florrick Designs for 12 years and was employed there when her accident occurred which resulted in the disability. She also had to take two years off on leave due to the injury sustained, so it would be incomprehensible for the employer not to be fully aware. Lastly, it is important to note...
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...Disability Discrimination Act 1992 Act No. 135 of 1992 as amended This compilation was prepared on 8 January 2010 taking into account amendments up to Act No. 124 of 2009 The text of any of those amendments not in force on that date is appended in the Notes section The operation of amendments that have been incorporated may be affected by application provisions that are set out in the Notes section Prepared by the Office of Legislative Drafting and Publishing, Attorney-General’s Department, Canberra Contents Part 1—Preliminary 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 12A 13 14 1 Short title [see Note 1].......................................................................1 Commencement [see Note 1].............................................................1 Objects...............................................................................................1 Interpretation .....................................................................................2 Direct disability discrimination .........................................................8 Indirect disability discrimination.......................................................9 Discrimination in relation to associates .............................................9 Discrimination in relation to carers, assistants, assistance animals and disability aids...............................................................10 Carer, assistant, assistance animal and disability aid definitions.........................................
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...Disability Leave Disability leave is time off from work for a reason related to someone’s disability. It is a type of ‘reasonable adjustment’ which disabled workers are entitled under the Equality Act 2010. This factsheet tells you why disability leave is important to your branch; how to organise around it; and how to negotiate a good disability leave agreement. Disability issues have been on branch agendas for some time and employers may welcome an approach from UNISON representatives to jointly agree policies for disabled workers. The second half of this factsheet is a briefing on disability leave which you can share with your employer. A) What has disability leave got to do with my branch? One person in five of the working age population is disabled. Disabled people face such widespread discrimination that many are not even ‘out’ at work about having a disability. UNISON supports the legal right of disabled workers to equality, but this can be meaningless without the back-up of a trade union. Disability leave is also an open door for UNISON campaigners and negotiators. The Equality Act 2010 says ‘reasonable adjustments’ must be made for disabled workers, but many employers have poor or non-existent disability policies. The Equality Act is still a relatively new obligation on employers, it widens the scope of the original Disability Discrimination Act and requires public bodies to actively promote disability equality. This is an ideal time...
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...practice based learning is a case study that involves discrimination towards a patient who is part of the traveling community. This practice based learning is a case study that involves discrimination towards a patient who is part of the traveling population within our society. My group colleagues and I decided to use the same methods of collecting information as in the previous case studies. I feel very frustrated because there is a lot of ignorance within our society, lack of information and understanding of people who disregard others because of were they come from. Firstly I make reference to the NMC’s guidance on anti-discrimination practice; As a qualified nurse I am personally accountable for my practice, and when caring for my patients I must; 1.1 Respect the patient as an individual 1.2 Protect and support the health needs of individuals 1.4 I have a duty of care to patients, who are entitled to receive safe and competent care. 2.3 As a registered nurse I am personally accountable for ensuring that I promote and protect the interests and dignity of patients and clients, irrespective of gender, age, race, ability, sexuality, economic status, lifestyle, culture and religious or political beliefs. 2.4 I must promote the interest of patients. This includes helping individuals and groups gain access to health and social care, information and support relevant to their needs. The NHS is accountable for all acts and omissions that relate to equality and human right...
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...|Post Applied for: | |Post Number: | | |Marks & Spencer Job Application Form | |Closing Date: | |Interview Date: | | It is important that you read the guidance notes before completing this application form. Please complete this form fully using black ink or type. C.V.s are not accepted. Applications received after the closing date will not normally be considered. | | |THE INFORMATION YOU SUPPLY ON THIS FORM WILL BE TREATED IN CONFIDENCE. | |Section 1 Personal details | |Last Name: | |First Name: | | |Address: | ...
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...your role, be prepared, be firm but fair, engage your learners, provide resources, complete and maintain documentation and understand your duty of care to your learners. For me one of the most important roles of a teacher is to evaluate and reflect on your teaching by continuously assessing the learners and asking for their feedback during or after each session. In my work we do this via a plenary after a session and though anonymous feedback evaluation sheets after each module or drop in session. This allows you find out if your learners are ‘learning’ and thus you can implement any changes if needed and try to achieve best practice. 1.2 Before 2010 there were many acts and regulations present which covered and tackled the issues of inequalities and discrimination. On 1st October 2010 nine such acts and up to a hundred regulations were...
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...1.1 Accessing a range of services and facilities can be beneficial to a individuals wellbeing because it can give the individual a boast in self-esteem and personal development can be affected by using community services and facilities. Meeting new people, making friends and learning new skill would all be developed when assessing new services and facilities. Being an active part of the community can give a sense of worth. Meeting new people and developing new skills will help with intellectual needs and mental stimulation. Social needs will develop if they attend a services and facilities regularly and are able to build new relationships. Creating new relationships can also help with emotional needs, sharing stories and worries can relieve stress and create a bound with new friends. 1.2 The barriers that an individual may encounter when accessing a range of services and facilities are environmental, communication, psychological and financial. Environmental barrier would be lack of disabled toilets, narrow doorways, no ramps, lifts or lack if wheel chair access. Transport can also be an issue, no buses to direct location or no transport provided. Communication can also be an issue. If you have staff members unwilling to help to find out the information requested, have a lack of translators or interpreters, or lack of information available regarding the services, what the offer and how to access them fully. Psychological problems would be that the individual would note...
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...Equalities Impact Assessment Corporate Communication Strategy and Action Plan Date: March 2009 EQUALITY IMPACT ASSESSMENT Equality Impact Assessment - Policies | | | |Title of policy being assessed: |Corporate Communication Strategy/Action Plan | |Department and Section: |Chief Executive’s | | |Public Relations | |Names and roles of officers completing this assessment: |Head of Public Relations | |Contact Telephone Numbers: |0116 305 6272 | |Date assessment completed: |5th March 2009 | |Defining the policy | | ...
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...BSBWOR501 MANAGE PERSONAL WORK PRIORITIES AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT ASSESSMENT 2 - WRITTEN ASSESSMENT 28/04/2016 Answers: The best way to serve as a role model at workplace is to either have a clear, defined and organised work method and interact successfully with colleagues at all levels. For example a good role model will always organise his work by setting goals, managing time effectively and sharing his personal experience with others, he will also encourage them. Microsoft Outlook - with this software you can manage all tasks such as work projects and family business, it also can be easily looked online by everyone involved in the tasks. It allows to manage tasks and deadlines also. Personal Digital assistant - such as iPads or any other tablet, which allows you to keep connected when you’re away from the office, send out emails, set reminders, keep an eye to your To-Do list. CRM Clients Relationship Database - which lets you save time by gathering all clients data such as names, phone numbers, emails, purchases etc all in one place. Internet - which is the best and most important tool you may use to manage your work, since without internet you wouldn't be able to make researches on a multitude of work related subjects, even when you're away from the office. You won't even be able to synchronise applications such as Outlook or To-Do lists with your colleagues. Management Software - which is used to cope with a multitude of tasks such as payments, wages, taxes...
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...foundation of good nursing and midwifery practice and a key tool in safeguarding the health and wellbeing of the public. The people in your care must be able to trust you with their health and wellbeing. This code should be considered together with the nursing and midwifery council rules which they must follow. The principles of safe practice responsibility and accountability when administering medicines. c) Nice clinical guidelines is about enabling patients to make informed choices by involving and supporting them in decisions about prescribed medicines. All healthcare professionals who prescribe, dispense or review medicines or who have a role in making decisions about medicines with patients are reminded of their duty under the disability discrimination act 2005 to make reasonable...
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...[pic] Aston Martin Graduate Scheme Application Form |In order to consider you for our graduate opportunities it is necessary for you to complete this application form in full. | | | |Prior to submitting this application form: | | | |Make sure you have answered all of the questions | |Complete the declaration form and criminal history pages | |Save your form in the following format: Surname_Forname_1st Choice | |E-mail the form once complete to graduates@astonmartin.com in either Word or PDF format. | | ...
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...accessible writing Thank you for your interest in ‘Am I making myself clear’. I hope you find these guidelines helpful. Why you should think about accessible information There are nearly 1.5 million people with learning disabilities living in the UK. Changes in policy and legislation, and a change in attitudes, mean these people no longer live in long-stay hospitals and other institutions. They are part of the community, needing information and services. Requirements of the Disability Discrimination Act The Disability Discrimination Act 1995 (DDA) makes it unlawful for service providers to discriminate against disabled people. It applies to nearly all service providers, including local councils, Government departments, charities, hotels and restaurants, shops and leisure facilities, accountants and solicitors, churches, courts, hospitals and clinics. How can Mencap help? Mencap is the UK’s leading organisation working with people with a learning disability. The Mencap Accessibity Unit has expertise in breaking down information into understandable concepts and language. We can provide: • general advice on accessibity for people with a learning disability • editing and writing of accessible material • focus groups where people with a learning disability can provide detailed feedback on your documents or your services. How to contact the Accessibility Unit # 020 7696 6965 or 020 7696 5551 " Email accessibility@mencap.org.uk First printed in 2000. Reprinted in 2002. This...
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...Disability Discrimination In The Workplace Joe Walters University of Phoenix Dr. Casey Reason May 15, 2013 Introduction The prevalence of disability discrimination in today’s workforce is an important topic in any place of employment. Surveys have been conducted that reveal nearly twenty percent of employers believe that the most significant barriers that disabled people face in finding and securing employment are inaccurate stereotypes and negative attitudes (Roessler, et al., 2007). When individuals are not employed because of some disability, it denies the disabled worker the right to earn an income to provide for their needs as well as their families and it deprives individuals of contributing to society (McCary, 2005). McCary points out that 21 million Americans with disabilities is the largest minority population in the United States. 20 years after the American with Disabilities Act was signed into law, nearly 40 percent of working-age men and women with disabilities were unemployed (2005). As a response to the high rate of unemployment, in 1990 the American with Disabilities Act was passed (ADA) (Ledvinka, 2010). This paper focuses on the importance of disabled people in the workplace, the role that legislation has played to stop discrimination, and what can be done to prevent future discrimination. Court Cases and Legal Protection In 1973 Congress passed the Vocational Rehabilitation Act to regulate issues concerning disability...
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...Aging and Disability Worksheet Makeithra Joyce University of Phoenix ETH/125 July 27, 2015 The aging population and individuals with disabilities are two of the man categories that experience discrimination and negligence of human rights. These two groups experience issues in society, and difficulty living quality lives. Legislative acts have been enacted to help to eliminate these issues. Finance, health, loneliness are three issues faced by the aging population. Many seniors do not work. After retirement, many of these adults have difficulty maintaining income. Many of these adults receive Social Security income, and for many, that is their only source of income. Quality of health care decreases for many seniors. Costs of health care increase and are unaffordable for these people. Many elders are also prescribed a variety of medicine for very similar ailments, which lead to additional health problems. Older people are at higher risk for psychological disorders. They are at a great risk for depression and mental illness. Poverty affects the aging population in a very negative way. Poverty amongst the aging population decreases opportunities for elders to live quality lives. Poverty affects the everyday lives of older people. It limits the amount of things they can do on a daily basis and makes it very difficult to enjoy their lives. Many seniors aren’t able to keep up with the costs of health care, housing, insurance, medicine and a multitude of every day necessities...
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...The Americans With Disabilities Act The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) The rights of handicapped persons to enjoy equal employment opportunities were established on the federal level with the enactment of the “Rehabilitation Act of 1973” (29 U.S.C. 701-794). Although “not designed specifically as an employment discrimination measure but rather as a comprehensive plan to meet many of the needs of the handicapped” (Twomey, 2001, p.540). The Rehabilitation Act provided three sections (sections 501,503,504) that prevented discrimination in employment. Section 501 was applicable to the federal government itself. Section 503, applied to federal contractors. Finally, section 504 applied to the recipients of federal funds. On Tuesday, the 23rd of January 1990, a “clear and comprehensive prohibition of discrimination on the bases of disability” was established by the One Hundred First Congress of the United States of America in its second session (D.O.L, 2003). The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, which is estimated to cover over, 43 million Americans with disabilities, went into full effect in January of 1992. Considered a “Bill of Rights for Americans with a wide variety of disabilities” the act applies to employment, public accommodations, transportation, telecommunications, State and the federal government (Holley, Jennings, Wolters, 2001, p. 424). The passage of the ADA “expanded the scope and impact of laws and regulations” on...
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