human rights

Rigts focused on:

privacy

equity

dignity

freedom of speech

information

safety/security and protction of life

Ways to promote social rights in the workplace

• Access to clean water and social security.

• Skills training and adult basic education.

Ways to promote cultural rights in the workplace

• Language freedom – allow employees to use their preferred language during free time.

• Cultural accommodation – provide food options that cater for different cultures.

Benefits of diversity in the workplace

Increases profitability through better ideas and inclusion.

Improves problem-solving, innovation and access to diverse markets.

Responsibilities of employers in promoting health and safety

• Provide and maintain safe equipment for all work activities.

• Implement systems that protect employees’ health and safety.

Roles of health and safety representatives in the workplace

• Identify and report workplace hazards (e.g. loose railings).

• Liaise with management to monitor safety systems.

Environmental responsibility of businesses (key points)

Use cleaner, greener production technologies.

Comply with environmental laws and avoid profit at the expense of the environment.

Responsibilities of employees in promoting health and safety

• Follow workplace rules and wear required protective clothing.

• Report unsafe or unhealthy conditions to management.