Question

Liberty Eagle Enterprises has a policy statement making it clear that it does not tolerate sexual harassment. It set up an employee hot line for reporting harassment. When it received complaints about one of the maintenance workers, the company took action and corrected the problem immediately. However, two months later, it is receiving more complaints, this time about a supervisor on the night shift. What else should Liberty Eagle do to keep the workplace free from sexual harassment?

A. modify the complaint procedure so employees don't overuse it
B. wait to investigate the new complaints
C. file a complaint with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
D. train all employees to identify inappropriate workplace behavior
E. broaden the policy to include harassment of men, not just women

Answer 1

To keep the workplace free from sexual harassment, Liberty Eagle Enterprises should train all employees to identify inappropriate behavior, broaden the policy to include harassment of all genders, and file a complaint with the EEOC.

Step-by-step explanation:

To keep the workplace free from sexual harassment, Liberty Eagle Enterprises should take the following actions:

1. D. Train all employees to identify inappropriate workplace behavior: By providing training to all employees, the company can ensure that everyone understands what constitutes sexual harassment and how to recognize and address it.
2. E. Broaden the policy to include harassment of men, not just women: Updating the policy to include harassment of all genders will help ensure that all employees are protected and feel safe in the workplace.
3. C. File a complaint with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission: In addition to taking internal action, filing a complaint with the EEOC will involve an external organization that can investigate the complaints and further address the issue.