1.0 REVIEW
In this case study is associated with
the smell of cigarettes in the workplace in a firm Redwood Associates, the
complaint is Darlene Lambert. Darlene complained to his supervisor Charles
Renford , associated with the smell of cigarettes in the file room at their
firm . Darlene is not satisfied with the condition the cigarette smell epoch in
the file room and was disappointed with the employees who work there because of
the smoke in there. Darlene decided to take a stand and inform Renfold that he
refused to work in the file room . This is in danger due to report immediately.
In the four questions below I will try to explain the situation and also
policies on smokers . I will also explain how the absence of cigarette smoke,
but replaced with body odor and perfume from Fank and Alice . I will try to
resolve fairly the rights of smokers and non- smokers . And also explain how
the firm should or should not hire people who smoke . Although in principle the
firm can provide a smoking area.
Darlene may have a very good argument
and have her rights as an employee . Charles Renford is the supervisor in this
situation and Darlene does not show the correct protocol . Darlene Charles
reminded that he never came to him to discuss this issue before. He also
explained that the file room employees do not violate company policy by smoking
them . Darlene otherwise being insubordinate by refusing to do the work. If I
was I would remind Darlene supervisor of that fact and remind him of the danger
that he put in the position to refuse to perform the essential duties . I would
appreciate the desire to have a smoke free environment but suggested to him
that he must follow the proper steps to change so that it will not hurt itself. To answer this question, I will advance any
theory of utilitarianism associated with 6 points
Point
1: The
greatest happiness for the greatest number
Point
2: Action
Affect to people to Different degrees
Point
3: Action
Produce Different results in some PARTICULAR Circumstances, almost anything
MIGHT, in principle, be morally right in some PARTICULAR Circumstances
Point
4: Long
term effect of an act must be consider
Point
5: Choose
the act that's cans give the Likely or expected happiness Which is as great as
of this writing
Point
6: Do
things Sincerely and honestly. Morally principled
1.0
Would
Charles Renford be within his rights to discipline Darlene lambart for in
subordination? Should he order Frank and Alice to stop smoking in their office
altogether, or is Darlene oversensitive? How would you handle this situation if
you were Charles? Is it possible for employers to find some compromise between
smokers and nonsmoker?
For a supervisor Charles Renford,
this situation needs to be handled well for both sides, whether from the smoke
as well as to non-smokers. How to discipline Darlene and her subordinates. How
to make both sides get a fair judging the situation from management. In my
opinion Charles Renford have the right the right to advise his subordinates
with no moral values of right and keep both sides. For Private atmosphere of
their work, it is common or even no law that forbids to not smoke in the office
they fired. According to the first theory of utilitarianism: "The greatest
happiness for the greatest number". According to this theory, the amount
of happiness that a lot more can overcome that happiness does not depend on the
amount. Darlene only in this situation who do not smoke, and smoking amount not
exceeding the amount of smoking. This situation makes the moral values more
favorable to smoking. As long as they comply with the moral values that have
been set. Perhaps as a supervisor Charles Renford can ask other employees to go
to the file, as Darlene is so sensitive to the smell of cigarette situations
created by his colleagues. Darlene be considerate with the colleagues, the
possibility of co-workers is difficult for smokers to quit. This situation will
become more complicated if there is no understanding between the two parties
either smokers or non-smokers. While Charles Renford also asked his
subordinates not to smoke in the file room for maintaining a clean and
comfortable environment.
Redwood Associates never even banning
smoking in the workplace. But for Maintaining a work environment that is more
comfortable for everyone who works, then what approach should be taken? But an
answer is to provide areas for smoking is more suitable and comfortable for the
workers who was smokers. This condition has to be right both sides more
happiness and reduce stress all there for the party. This will create an
atmosphere of neutral and quiet to do the job without any pressure. To find employees who do not smoke is
difficult, because each person has different habits and actions. we as human
beings cannot prevent someone be a habit. Smoking is a habit someone. how her
face is the best way to avoid a state of uneasy colleagues.
So, to maintain
equilibrium in a firm, it is best that employers provide spaces that smoking
and non-smoking. bai keep emotions and stress faced by people who do not smoke.
The smokers and non-smokers should cooperate in order to maintain their
happiness. This is in line with the six points of the fourth utilitarianism of
"Long term effects of an act must be consider".
Some employers actively discriminate
against smokers by not hiring anyone who smokes. As (or not) of smokers is not
one of the grounds specified unlawful discrimination under the Human Rights
Act. However, it is possible that a person who has been discriminated against
because they are smokers can claim that it is indirect discrimination on the
grounds of one illegal. For example, they can make the claim that smoking
tobacco is addicted to "defect", which is one reason unlawful
discrimination.
3.0 Do Frank and Alice have right to smoke in
their office if no one is there ? Should companies make an effort to
accommodate the needs of smoker? What policy on smoking would you recommend to
Redwood Associates? If, as this case, state law doesn’t` mandate it, are
employers morally required to ban smoking altogether inside their facilities? What about smoking outside
but on company grounds?
In principle there is no law set
by employers for smoking in the workplace. Most employers and workers realize
that smoking in public places so the job is generally prohibited for some local
governments. Thus the employer must ensure that workers do not want to be
exposed to environmental tobacco smoke in the workplace is protected and
workers who do not smoke may object . Employers can also prohibit smoking in
the workplace. Even
though Frank and Alice want to smoke at work if no one in their area is not
working properly. This is because the resulting smoke after they smoke
cigarettes will still leave an impression in the area. This will give rise to
dissatisfaction of the workers who do not smoke. especially Darlene, who is no
smoking.
If employers want to also allow
smokers to smoke in the workplace , all policies should be studied carefully .
This allows both sides to get proper defense.
There are not many
cases on smoking in the workplace has been recorded at this time. Sometimes
smoking in the workplace in some workplaces allow employers to dismiss employees who
smoke in the workplace. This condition has also depends on a firm. This
sometimes some employees are also suffering from asthma. So it might be worth
even a firm that prohibit employees from smoking . If an employer wishes also
prescribe that the work can smoke , they should also provide appropriate spaces
for their employees to smoke . This was due to some employees have the
expertise needed by employers. therefore to dismiss workers who smoke is
inappropriate and very detrimental to the firm . There should be a sign of a
smoking ban in some places. the employer must provide a place or a special
space for smokers . Smokers
used to smoke during their breaks in the parking lot or cafeteria. The Company
provides a smoking room.
Smoking is separate from the
cafeteria and are only used for smoking. Advancing ventilation systems and room
design which means that tobacco smoke does not enter any other area in the
workplace. There is also no one is working to clean the rooms.
The company believes
that this agreement be allowed to meet the Smoke-Free Environment policy, which
has the stated aim of preventing the adverse effects of other people smoking in
the workplace to people who do not smoke or do not want to smoke
Smoking is not allowed in the
office or in public areas of the workplace. Smoking is only allowed in designated
areas and it is the duty of the employer to ensure that the Act is complied
with. If the employer fails to implement antismoking laws in the workplace.
Action because the employer unlawfully in allowing employees to smoke in the
administration building. Redwood Associates should set their law firm so that
smokers can only smoke in designated areas. Although there is no one area, if
the area is non-smoking area, then the area is also not smoke.
Employers are basically
allowed to formulate their laws related to smoking prohibition . Although we
have seen a smokers not overweight and do not various diseases that are not
true . This is because if a chronic smoker will invite more serious disease and
will cause greater medical expenses to save lives .
If the decision is
based on the costs associated with health , cannot be the case for banning
people who have weight-related problems , such as high cholesterol or diabetes
? And would not that raise fears of discrimination ?
Are you going to turn
away good talent for smoking addiction - an addiction that can be licked by
hand?
Sure, when unemployment
is high and many people are looking for work , you can choose . But do you
really want to lose a top salesperson or IT managers to competitors because of
smoking?
And what about when the
job market turns around, and you find yourself scrambling to good people ?
4.0 Most People These Day Believe that
employer Have a right to smoke-free work area, but do they also have right to a
workplace free of the odor of old smoke-or of any other odors they dislike? If
so, does this right justify Darlene`s refusal to the report ? Does it make a
difference how important the report is, or how much her refusal inconveniences
her employer?
In essence it is the employer who
determines whether to allow smokers to smoke at work or not. Most employers
also allow employees trademark smoking in the workplace is of the opinion , as
long as the productivity improvement and skill that in an indication of the
smoker is very good , it feels like there is no problem for employers allow
employees to smoke in their workplace. But there are also some employers who
continue to prohibit their employees to refrain from smoking on the part of
those work . they will also be subject to company law .
Focusing on the work , not smoking .
Employees are either smokers or non-smokers. This dichotomy raises the
potential for conflict in any organization . Are smokers abusing their
privileges break ? Some smokers think they do. Workers who smoke and take
frequent breaks envy source of workers who do not smoke and do not take a
break. Person administering HR policies need to be sensitive to that and limit
how many times people leave their desks for smoking. In terms of a general rule
of the firm , the are some firm don't
hire smokers, the firm hard pressed to see a business necessity. Many companies
have seen their policies evolved over the years from restrictions smoking to
certain areas of the property not to smoke on the premises. Monitor the impact
of the company's policy and get input from employees - smokers and non-smokers.
Make the necessary changes to reflect the legal, business needs and preferences
of employees. Smoking policy. Basically the government has banned smoking in
government premise-premises and public places. There are also private places that
allow smoking and some initial parcel that provides a smoking room or area. As
an employee Darlene is also entitled to make a report and it is timely for him
to make a report about two friends who smoke the workers. Darlene Employers
need to analyze all relevant reports. to get a balance of both sides. by 6
points utilitarianism the latter, behavior or our actions will determine or result
in a very significant difference to both sides. When reporting overcome it will
bring deep impact in the relationship colleagues. This will give rise to
feelings of hate and revenge against Darlene. Similarly, if an employer in
favor of co-workers who smoke, this will leave a lasting effect on behalf of
the complainant.
5.0 Suppose that what bother Darlene is
not old smoke but the smell of Alice`s perfume or Frank`s body odor? How would
this change the case?
If it is related to body odor frank
and Alice wear perfume, chances are it is note problem. This is because body
odor and perfume also does not bring a lasting and profound effect on Darlene
physiologic. This is because the effect is not lasting. they are also more and
more ignore dangerous. it also varies with the cigarette smoke that may
permission is profound side effects on our health. But sometimes it is also
disturbing, but it does not bring a lasting impression.
Body odor is not pleasant aromas lead to
smelt. Body odor owners risk shunned by the people around them. At this point,
it is worth seeking medical discretion to restore the disturbed social life.
perfume also have a high impact on the environment as well. perfume we wear are
not necessarily in love by our environment, even though we love her. but its
impact is not as bad effects suffered by the effects of cigarette smoke by
smokers.
Unfortunately there is no law that
prohibits Blocking or proceedings of perfume worn by someone. Similarly, body
odor no restrictions and laws that restrict smoking tobacco. This is because
the application of perfume and body odor also depends on the individual, how
the man did prepare them respectively. It is not fair for us to report to our
employers that we wear perfume friends who we do not like and also proceedings
of body odor uncomfortable for inhaled by us. Report if they do more to
embarrass one of the parties only. This is contrary to the moral and
theoretical 6 utilitarianism point stating that "Do things Sincerely and
honestly. Morally principled".Theory point to 6
states we have to be honest and sincere to make reports and accusations against
those who wear perfume and body odor unpleasant. As where we deal with the
problem.? I think if this happens we should be honest with our colleagues about
body odor and perfume that we are not happy to be alive. Body odor and perfume
also most are related more to personal. Usually employers will not care to
matters related to personal matters of the workers.
6.0 Conclusion
Cigarette smoke contains about
4,000 chemicals of which 200 of them are poisonous and 43 other types can cause
cancer of the body . Some very dangerous substance that is tar, nicotine ,
carbon monoxide . Everywhere you look , the anti - smoking campaigners against
smokers . They claimed that smoking kills one third or half of all smokers ,
that secondhand smoke is a major public health problem . that smokers impose
significant costs to the community and for all of these reasons , the tax on
cigarettes should be raised . But there are those who still defend these
smokers . Among the reasons are :
1 ) Smokers have to pay
taxes that are too high to be fair, and far above any costs they impose on the rest of society .
2 ) the public health
community campaign to demonize smokers and other forms of tobacco are based on
junk science .
3 ) lawsuits against
the tobacco industry is an example of lawsuit abuse , and was " loaded
gun" for lawsuits against other industries .
4 ) Cigarette hurt
small businesses and violate private property rights .
5 ) hazards caused by
smoking can be reduced by educating smokers about their options.
6 ) Punishing smokers
" for their own good " is repugnant to the basic principles of
libertarian government should limit the use of force .
Concerns about the health
effects of smoking and second-hand smoke has led to calls for a ban on smoking
in public spaces. In
the case of this study morally it depends on the management of Redwood
Associates, will allow the smoker to smoke and ignore those who do not smoke.
any short-term and long-term effects should be refine and examined. This will
cause one to be unhappy with the decision made. Does the management have to keep
smokers smoking to be able to increase productivity or otherwise. It's
basically the employer can provide a lounge and not smoke. Smoking is a
fundamental right of every human being. Prohibit smoking smokers violate human
rights. But in a firm will depend on the owner of the firm. When employers
sorting of smoking with non-smoking areas, will create two groups and clusters
within a firm. basically it is the right and moral of a firm to take care of
its employees.
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