Accounts of past events that illustrate and transmit deeper cultural norms and values

The lateral movement between very similar jobs

The goal of EEO legislation and regulation: a situation in which employment decisions are not affected by illegal discrimination

General guidelines that focus organizational actions

A condition in which the physical well-being of people is protected

Actions that are repeated regularly to reinforce cultural norms and values (ex. Lunch from 12pm – 1pm, same store sales tracking)

Consists of ongoing meetings between supervisors and employees to discuss the employee’s career goals

Occurs when protected classes are intentionally treated differently from other employees (intentional)

Rights based on specific laws and statutes passed by federal, state, and local governments, ie. EEO, collective bargaining, workplace safety

A medical condition or disorder caused by exposure to environmental factors associated with employment

Objects, actions, or events that have special meanings and enable organization members to exchange complex ideas and emotional messages (ex. titles, )

An ongoing and formalized effort that focuses on developing enriched and more capable workers.

An EEOC provision for establishing a prima facie case that an HR practice is discriminatory and has an adverse impact. A practice has an adverse impact if the hiring rate of a protected class is less than four-fifths the hiring rate of a majority group

Complaints to government agencies by employees about their employer’s illegal or immoral acts or illegal practices

A stress syndrome characterized by physical or emotional exhaustion, lack of motivation or decreased morale

Rules for getting along in the organization, “the ropes” that a newcomer must learn to become an accepted member (ex. Listening more than speaking in the beginning)

Career development programs that identify meaningful career paths for professional and technical people so that technical experts can take on future management and executive leadership roles.

A legal defense for discrimination occurs when employment decisions are made in the context of a formal seniority system, as long as the system was not designed to discriminate

An exception to the employment-at-will doctrine allowing an employee to sue an employer if he or she was fired for refusing the employer’s demand to violate public policy (“break the law”).

Requires the use of labeling, Material Data Safety Sheets (MSDS), training and to be informed of hazardous chemicals in the workplace.

-The basic assumptions and beliefs shared by members of an organization
-An informal, shared way of perceiving life and membership in an organization that binds members together and influences what they think about themselves and their work.

Process by which individuals progress through a series of stages in their careers, each of which is characterized by relative unique issues, themes and tasks

Amendment to Title VII which allows plaintiffs to request a trial by jury, prohibited voluntary hiring quotas , and in intentional discrimination cases, increased punitive and compensatory damages to persons claiming gender, religion or disability based d

The idea that a contract exists between the employer and the employee based on the implied promises of the employer. An exception to the employment-at-will doctrine allowing an employee to sue an employer if the employer’s actions or inaction constituted

Requires employers to provide a place of employment which is free from recognized hazards that are causing or are likely to cause death or serious physical harm