Workplace Design and Bias: Fresh Take

  • Identify types of bias and discrimination that occur in the workplace
  • Describe the laws designed to prevent bias and discrimination in hiring
  • Describe the field of human factors psychology

Discrimination in the Workplace

Watch this video to understand what constitutes discrimination in the workplace:

You can view the transcript for “What is considered employment discrimination in the workplace? | Phillips & Associates” here (opens in new window).

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is one of many laws that prevent discrimination in the workplace. The ADA requires that reasonable accommodations must be provided to employees. Watch this video to learn more about accommodations:
You can view the transcript for “Employment Accommodations” here (opens in new window).

Workplace Harassment

Unfortunately, sexual harassment is common in the workplace. Watch this video to learn about the steps an employee can take if they have been sexually harassed at work:

 

You can view the transcript for “60 SECOND TIPS: What to do if you are sexually harassed at work” here (opens in new window).

Human Factors Psychology

Watch this brief video to understand the role of human factors psychologists, and how they can improve the workplace: