MANAGEMENT OF EMPLOYEE WELFARE MANAGEMENT: EMPLOYEE DISCRIMINATION

Reflect on the assigned readings for the week. Identify what you thought was the most important concept(s), method(s), term(s), and/or any other thing that you felt was worthy of your understanding.

Also, provide a graduate-level response to each of the following questions:

Question1: Explain what OSHA is, its purpose, and what responsibilities there are under the law. Additionally, explain how it can be violated, and the penalties for any violation.

Question2: Peter Plaintiff had his constitutional rights violated by a county sheriff’s department.  What steps would Peter Plaintiff need to take to seek damages under 42 U.S.C. § 1981?

Short Essay:

Question I – Iris Inspector works for OSHA.  Iris receives a complaint from an employee at a local manufacturing plant of unsafe conditions.  Iris arrives at the plan to conduct an inspection, but is refused access to the plant.  What must Iris do next to ensure the OSHA guidelines are being followed?

Question II – Robert is a technician for an HVAC company.  Robert’s employer warned him multiple times about tracking mud through customer’s houses.  After another customer complains to Robert’s employer about the muddy footprints, Robert is relieved of his employment at the HVAC company.  Next, Robert applies for unemployment compensation.  Will Robert receive any unemployment compensation?  Why or why not?