...Dress Code Policies and Title VII Case Study HRMN 400 Introduction Employers have the right to enforce dress code policies in the workplace. They establish these dress codes to convey a certain image to their customers, to portray a professional image, to convey a neutral public image with respect to religion, or to enforce safety standards (Marcum & Perry, 2010). However, they cannot discriminate against their employees. Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 makes it illegal for employers to discriminate against individuals based on race, sex, color, religion, ethnicity, and national origin (Dress, 2011). The employer must make reasonable accommodations for their employees’ religious beliefs, unless it causes undue hardship on them. A FedEx delivery employee, Christopher Polk, became a Rastafarian and grew dreadlocks to symbolize his new religion. This violated the company’s dress code policy. After several internal discussions with Polk, FedEx gave him two options. He needed to either cut his hair or be assigned to a different job, which had no direct customer contact and paid less. Polk refused both options and was terminated. He sued FedEx under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, on the basis of religious discrimination (Bernardin, 2010). Position There are three criteria, which must be met before an employee can initiate a religious challenge against their employer. First, the employee must establish a sincere religious...
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...Investigation Prof Rhinehart American Intercontinental University Autopsy is an examination of a person’s dead body. The word autopsy comes from the Greek autopsia meaning “the act of seeing for oneself.” The first real examinations for the study of disease was done about 300 BCE by the Alexandian physicians Heophilus and Erasistratus. The first forensics or legal autopsy was requested by a judge in Bologna in 1302. The examination is done to determine the cause of to identify or describe the level of disease that the person may have had, or define whether a specific medical or surgical treatment has been effective. This procedure is done by a trained medical personnel with a purpose of finding the cause of death with an assistance of autopsy technicians and autopsy photographers. The body is looked at from the outside and the inside, all tissue and organs are removed and looked at. Autopsy have legal implications and are performed to define if death was an accident, homicide, suicide, or a natural event. Autopsies are common medical practice but are mostly done when a crime was done. A medical examiner can order an autopsy without the say-so of the family member. Deaths that are investigated by the medical examiner are all suspicious deaths. In other cases consent must be obtained from a family member before an autopsy can be done. The family member also has the right to limit the things done in an autopsy, like not wanting the brain to be examined. The range of an autopsy can vary from...
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...problem question it must first be considered whether Pablo (P) is liable for any non-fatal offences against the person (OAP). The various offences and their definitions are contained in the Offences Against the Person Act 1861. Pablo and Rose – Pulling hair. The first offence to consider in respect of P is common law battery under section 39 of the Criminal Justice Act 1988. Battery is a summary only offence and carries a maximum penalty of six months or a £5000 fine, or both. P’s motive of jealousy appears to be the significant factor motivating his actions however this is irrelevant to his actions in law. P intentionally: Venna imposed unlawful force: Collins v Wilcock on Rose (R) by pulling her hair. R did not give P permission to assault her, therefore the contact was both physical: Ireland and unlawful. Previous case law has clarified unlawful force to be even the slightest touch R v Brown . The mens rea for this offence is satisfied by either intention or subjective recklessness. With reference to the problem question, the actus reus was the direct physical contact of P with R when he pulls her hair, but it is clear there was no harm done to R’s body. Pablo and Rose – Cutting hair. Secondly, when P severs R’s hair this could constitute an offence of Actual Bodily Harm (ABH) contrary to section 47 (s.47) OAP Act 1861. Unlike battery, this is a triable either way offence meaning it can be heard in either a magistrates or crown court carrying a maximum...
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...Perioperative Shavings Victor A. Moore Western Governors University Prepping a patient for a surgical procedure usually involves removing the Hair at the incision site. The surgical care improvement project commonly known as SCIP is a national partnership of organizations focused on improving surgical care by significantly reducing surgical complications. One complication is surgical site infections SCIP has developed recommendations for hair removal. There are several SCIP measures, antibiotic within one hour before incision, received prophylactic antibiotic consistent recommendations, prophylactic antibiotic discontinued within 24 hours, control of postoperative serum glucose and appropriate hair removal. (Patterson, 2011, p. 120) What is appropriate hair removal? Razors can remove hair and has been the traditional method of hair removal, powered surgical clippers can trim hair at surgical site and does not leave cuts and microscopic abrasions where microscopic Flora can colonize in the surgical site causing postoperative infection. The National Quality Forum has endorsed to SCIP infection control measures. According to the Surgical Quality Alliance, which is a collaboration among specialty societies that provide surgical and perioperative care to improve the quality of care for the surgical patients, states that” following the endorsement by the National Quality Forum SCIP measures were incorporated into Medicare's reporting of Hospital Quality data for annual...
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...Decisions in Paradise Part III Latoshia Orme MGT/350 December 19, 2011 Joan Price Decisions in Paradise Part III In this paper the Decision in Paradise I-III explains the background information of the problem and the solution that was implemented to the island Kava. The papers explain the determining factors that affect decision making implementation in the Great Clips and Company AXT organization. This paper will also evaluate the resources and actions that shaped the organizations decisions in Kava. Finally the ethical standard of the stakeholders will be evaluated. This will give an overall examination of why the organization came up with the decisions they did. Included is the mission statement for both companies. Our company AXT mission is to help bring people and tourism attraction and better living to island of Kava. To provide health care housing and jobs for local people with higher pay. AXT is hoping to use some of the land natural resource to out sources and bring in more revenue for the island, company, and local citizens of the island. Great Clips missionary statement says: “To promote unity among franchisees and to provide a vehicle for the sharing of information and expertise for the purpose of maximizing profitability for all members" (, 2007) Many of the problems that affect the island of Kava range from deceases such as HIV/AIDS and avian flu. Natural disasters also plague Kava from tornados, earthquakes, floods, and tidal waves. Terrorist...
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...Abstract This study was conducted to unlock the problem regarding too much energy use of some home appliances. Flat iron is one of the most high energy consuming home appliances. Flat irons are the third most electric consuming common house appliance. The spring from the rice cooker, some outlets and tools were used and combined to make the set up. Testing the energy saver flat iron followed. Results show that it is more convenient to use the energy saver flat iron than an ordinary because it consumes less energy and as effective as unlike the ordinary one. Primarily, the study aimed to produce an energy saver flat iron. It also aimed to make a machine which is convenient and consumes less electricity. This project will help the community and individuals to avoid consuming too much energy. This will also benefit the resources around us because we can conserve and lessen the use of natural sources of energy. Table of Contents Title page ……………………………………………………………………………….… 1 Abstract ……………………………………………………………………..…………….. 2 Table of Contents …………………………………………………………………………. 3 CHAPTER I THE PROBLEM AND ITS BACKGROUND A. Introduction ………………………………………………………………….……. 4 B. Statement of the Problem ………………………………………………………..… 4-5 C. Significance of the Study ……………………………………………………….…. 5 D. Scope and Delimitation ………………………………………………………….… 5 CHAPTER II THEORETICAL FRAMEWORK A. Review of Related Literature ………………………………………………....…… 6 B. Review of Related Study ………………………………………………………...
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...Marketing Principles By Marc Libertine Bringas CONTENTS (1) Gaining a competitive advantage P3 (2) The product life cycle P4 (3) Distribution options to increase convenience for customers P5 (4) How you can set your prices in line with different market conditions P5 (5) Promotional activities for ‘Beauty not expensive’ P6 (6) Additional elements of the extended marketing mix P7 (7) The difference between consumer markets and organisational markets P8 (8) What is service? P8 (9) Cultural differences P8 References P10 Report for Mrs. Rice (1) Gaining a competitive advantage A competitive advantage is an advantage over other competitors in the market by being the business who offers greater value for its customers. For example, a business could gain a competitive advantage simply by offering lower prices, or creating better quality products compared to their competitors. Before anything you must first identify who your target market is, and who you’re competitors are. You must understand fully the services that you are providing and you must know who your service is aimed at and who is likely to use this service. Once you have identified who your target market is, you can find out which competitors are out there, that are providing a similar service and have the same or similar target market. You must do sufficient market research by looking up the profiles of your business competitors. Now that...
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...are released which in turn increase those male or female behaviors (Nature) shaping our gender identity. There was study on a boy Bruce Reimer who had suffered genital mutilation while undergoing a circumcision procedure at 6 months of age. His parents then decided for Bruce to undergo “gender-reassignment” as they were told that gender was determined by environmental variables. Bruce now became Brenda and was raised as a female. While growing Brenda still exhibited male qualities, dismissing “female” toys, trying to use male restrooms, attempt to urinate standing up (despite the fact that Brenda did not have male anatomy). Her brother had even suggested the only difference between them was that Brenda had long hair, and he had short. Although Brenda’s parents had done everything to shape Brenda’s gender identity into female, Brenda still rejected the feminine identity. Brenda’s parents informed her of the gender- reassignment surgery, and at 14 years of age Brenda cut off all of her hair and started living life as “David”. David was able to restore his male identity and live his life out until he later committed suicide. In the debate Nature vs nurture, David was already predisposition as male despite the parents trying to nurture his identity. A case that can be used to challenge the nature part of the debate was the one that we spoke about in class, the case of Oxana Malaya who is a feral child and was “raised” by dogs for an early portion of her life. On paper Oxana was...
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...Application Case Study: Global Stumble It’s not always easy to do business globally, as executives at Japanese brokerage firm Nomura Holdings Inc. are discovering. Nomura acquired Lehman’s international operations in late 2008 after Lehman’s parent company sought Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, an action that added about 8,000 non-Japanese workers. For Nomura, the time seemed right to strengthen its global expansion strategy. However, since the acquisition, cultural and business differences between the two organizations have been a major stumbling block. Although blending two diverse cultures requires intentional efforts when different organizations merge or are acquired, it’s particularly challenging when the key assets in the cross-border acquisition are the people employed by the organization being acquired. Workplace tensions arose over executive compensation, how quickly decisions were made, and how women were treated. For instance, during Nomura’s initial training session for new hires, the men and women were separated. The women—many of whom had earned prestigious degrees from the likes of Harvard—were taught how to wear their hair, serve tea, and choose their clothing according to the season. The company’s dress code was strictly interpreted for women, also. Women from Lehman were told to remove highlights from their hair, to wear sleeves no shorter than mid-bicep, and to avoid brightly colored clothing. Several women were sent home from the trading floor for dressing...
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...Turmeric is a useful herb for health and beauty. It can be made into oil and applied to either the skin or hair as a beauty treatment. It can also be used internally to treat a variety of ailments stemming from inflammation in the body. Turmeric is a wonderful all-around health tonic known to fight both oxidation and inflammation in the body. The active ingredient in turmeric, known as curcumin, is featured in many anti-inflammatory health supplements. To get the benefits of Turmeric, it should be taken daily to help cleanse your system and reverse the accumulation of toxins within your body. Turmeric is a Detoxifier. Your colon and your liver are interconnected to every other part of your body. Eating too much food, particularly sugar and...
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...|Paper Name: | OM530 | |Paper Number: |530 | |Assessment Number: |Assessment Three | |Assessment Name: |Individual Assignment | |Total Weighting: |45% | |Total Marks: |60 | |Lecturer Name: |Krish Naidu | |Year/Intake |2015 /May Intake | |Due Date: |Week 15 (Tuesday class time) | Learning Outcomes (LO) Assessed: LO 6, 7&8 Assessment Summary – Answer all questions |Section |Topic |Possible Marks |Your Marks | |A |Organisational Structure...
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...the Amish faith and helps outline what it truly means to be Amish (Powell). The way the Amish dress is very symbolic of their faith. Their style encourages modesty and separation from the world. Most clothing is made at home from simple, dark coloured fabrics. Most clothing is very plain and designs are not usually added to clothing. Typically, Amish woman wear solid coloured dresses that are long sleeved and have a full skirt. They are also covered with a cape and apron. For men, a straight cut suit is worn, but it has no collars, lapels or pockets. As for the trousers, they never have creases or cuffs and they are worn with suspenders. Black shoes are worn along with black socks. There are also items that are forbidden including belts, sweaters, neckties, gloves, jewelry, and patterned clothing. Before marriage, men are required to be clean shaven, however, after marriage men must let their beard grow, but mustaches are forbidden. The Amish never cut their hair. They wear their hair is a braid or a bun at the back of their head. It is sealed with a white cap or a black bonnet (Powell). Part of the Amish culture is being opposed to any technology that weakens a family. This is why electricity, cars, phones and more are not encouraged because the Amish feel as if it pushes the community away from each other. Replacing this technology for the Amish is horse-drawn machinery for farms, houses without electricity, and horse-drawn buggies as transportation. While phones are not...
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...oils goes through olfactory nerves to the part of the brain that stores memory and emotions.There are some other essential oils like Frankincense, rose, lavender, basil, marjoram, ylang-ylang that helps soothe the nervous system and greatly reduce anxiety, including some phobias due to their calming properties. Provides Pain Relief As some essential oils have calming properties, there are some which contain anti-inflammatory properties which enable them to relieve chronic pain. One such common and effective essential oil that is beneficial in the treatment of rheumatic pain and swollen or painful joints is Nutmeg essential oil. Increases Circulation Essential oils increases blood circulation. This fact was established by one of the studies and found that Lavender oil if used along with a carrier oil such as coconut or almond oil to massage arms and legs can improve circulation. This can even be a primary treatment for restless leg syndrome. Strengthens Immune...
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...have always been superior to women. Women didn’t have the same rights that men did. Women couldn’t have a job or vote. Women finally got the right to vote in 1929. Now even though women have pretty much the same rights as men do, inequality is still greatly noticed. Women still don’t get treated as equals. Women get higher prices in auto shops and hair salons. Because men don’t think of women as equals when in an auto shop, women are taken advantage of and given higher than average prices. In hair salons or barber shops women are given higher prices than men, even for the same haircut, because women will generally pay more to have the look that they want. Women also get the “credit” for poverty. Poverty is usually feminized completely. If a family is at or below the poverty line, the woman in the house is blamed for it. Inequality in America is not gone, it is just under the surface where not many people may see the truth behind it. In America the average price for a woman’s haircut is $44, but the average price for a man’s haircut is $28. (Risen) Some would blame the difference in price on the difference in price on the length of hair. The price for a woman to get a haircut is almost double what a man’s haircut price is all over the nation. The most expensive haircut in the nation for a woman is $73. This price is the average for New York. The most expensive haircut for a man is $49. This price is the average for San Francisco. Minneapolis holds the lowest average for both...
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...Hati&Hati Colour Shoppe BUSINESS PLAN 401 Central Ave. SE Albuquerque, NM 87102 (505) 489-2222 April 28, 2008 Prepared For: Paul Sandoval Table of Contents Executive Summary………………………………………………………………………............................4,5 Management and Organization Plan………………………………………………………………………..6,7 Management team…………………………………………………………………………….…………..6 Compensation and ownership…………………………………………………………………………6 Board of directors/advisory council………………………………………………………………....6 Infrastructure………………………………………………………………………………………………..7 Contacts and franchise agreements…………………………………………….……………………7 Insurance…………………………………………………………………………………………………..…7 Employee stock option plan and other incentives……………………………………………..7 Organization charts………………………………………………………………………………………..7 Product/Service Plan……………………………………………………………………………………………….. Purpose of the product or service……………………………………………………………………8 Unique features…………………………………………………………………………………………….8 Stage of Development……………………………………………………………………………………9 Future research and development…………………………………………………………………..9 Trademarks, patents, copyrights, licenses, royalties…………………………………………..9 Government approvals ………………………………………………………………………………..10 Product/service limitation……………………………………………………………………………..10 Product/service liability…………………………………………………………………………………10 Related services and spin-offs…………………………………………………….......................10 Production………………………………………………………………………………………………….11 Facilities…………………………………………………………………………………………………...
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