If I speak with someone in HR about Sexist and Racist remarks that a continually hear at work and I spoke to my supervisor and he told me there is nothing he can do,...
What can happen to me
2007-12-08 08:18:07 · 6 answers · asked by Fruitful1 3 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment ➔ Other - Careers & Employment
If your supervisor won't do anything, go to his supervisor. If you still get no results, contact your local labor relations board, union representative (if you have one), or an attorney.
If your employer does not have the poster hanging in an easily visible place, ask him where the labor department's poster is and contact the person listed. If he doesn't have the poster, go to a Wal-mart, Lowes, Home depot, or Walgreens and ask if you can see their poster. You don't need to tell them your reason, just ask to see it. Then contact the person listed there.
You should not have to put up with racist and sexist behavior.
Your employer may welcome the help from the state getting his or her employees to comply, or they may take offense. You run the risk of being labeled a tattle tale, a narc, and a baby. You run the risk of being fired, either immediately or later on for some trumped up minor offense. So there are risks. The person listed on the poster will explain all this before any action is taken and will advise you of your rights and what to do if any thing like this happens.
Overall, I'd say that the benefits of working in a comfortable, lower stress, racist/sexist free environment are greater than the risk. Good luck!
2007-12-08 08:39:36 · answer #1 · answered by michaelsmaniacal 5 · 5⤊ 0⤋
First of all, make sure you're not being overly sensitive and uptight. If not, you need to go to your supervisor first and foremost before your union rep. Management has the right and an obligation to correct this situation. If the problem is not resolved, then go seek a union rep. A lawyer is your LAST resort UNLESS your INTENTIONS are to and have been to sue in hopes of receiving a chunk of money. I've dealt with them all.
2014-12-03 17:43:00 · answer #2 · answered by jsombf 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I agree with Michaels. But remember, you are putting yourself in a position to where it can get worse. I'm not saying don't do anything, because it's obvious this is a really bad situation. Why don't you go talk to a lawyer (w/o disclosing where you work), refer to your employee handbook if you have one, or your local state employment agency. I hope you get relief soon and try not to let it stress you too much.
2007-12-09 03:50:03 · answer #3 · answered by goodgirlabout2gobad 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
there is something that he can do. If you tell him who is making these comments, he is required by law to deal with the situation. if he doesn't he is making it a hostile workplace and is liable for condoning the harrasment of an employee based on race or sexual designation.
2007-12-08 08:23:18 · answer #4 · answered by Jon and Ari P 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Nothing worse than getting ear plugs for Christmas.
2007-12-08 08:21:24 · answer #5 · answered by mrsdebra1966 7 · 0⤊ 3⤋
If something was really going on; they'd do something about it. If you don't like where you work, either get another job, or call Jesse Jackson.
2007-12-08 08:20:59 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 3⤋