Managing Within the Law

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Total Items: 18
Total Time: 6.5 hour(s)

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Summary:

There are a myriad of laws and regulations governing workplace issues such as discrimination, harassment and the hiring and dismissal of employees. Our managing within the law programs will help protect you and your employees by educating you about the laws that must guide policy and behavior in the workplace.

 

Audience:

Front Line Managers, Mid Level Managers, Exec Level

Features:

  • Streaming video scenarios illustrate real world issues and solutions discussed in the course.
  • MindNotes provide printable quick-reference sheets and other files to be used as learners apply their skills on the job.
  • Instructional audio with graphics highlighting key points.
  • Activities allow learners to apply course concepts in an interactive questioning environment.
  • A Course Topics list contains active hyperlinks, permitting quick access to specific topics.
  • Find-A-Word allows learners to look up an unfamiliar term in the Glossary, on the Web, or in a dictionary. In addition, it lets them find other occurrences of the term in the same course.
  • Search text enables learners to rapidly search all text within a course to easily retrieve information required.
  • Courses challenge the learner with a variety of question formats, including multi-step simulations, true/false, multiple choice, and fill-in-the-blank.
  • A skill assessment generates a customized learning path based on the results of a pre-test.
  • Bookmarking tracks the learner's progress in a course.
  • This series is presented using streaming video.
  • Interactive questions appear periodically during this video to engage the learner and reinforce key concepts.
  • An index lists the key sections of the video, with the ability to select sections to play.
  • Slides accompany the videos and reinforce the learning topics. These slides can be downloaded for reference after the course is completed.
  • A full-text transcript of the video can be viewed. Text in the transcript is selectable to choose a point to play the video.

 

Includes:

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Managing Within the Law (Videos): At Will Employment

Summary:

The at will employment doctrine means an employee can be terminated at any time, for any reason or no reason at all, with or without notice. During this program, you'll learn the definition of at will employment and the four key exceptions to the doctrine. You'll also learn practical management tips to follow to prevent legal claims of a wrongful termination.

Outline:

  • Introduction
  • At Will Employment
  • Contractual Exceptions
  • Statutory Exceptions
  • Public Policy Exceptions
  • Employment Tort Exceptions
  • Preventing Legal Claims
  • Summary

Technical Requirements:

P500+ Processor, 128MB of RAM; Windows 2000, 2003, XP, Vista, Minimum screen resolution 800x600, Internet Explorer 5.5 or higher; Windows Media Player 9.0 or higher; Flash 8.0 or higher; 56K minimum connection; broadband (256 kpbs or higher) connection recommended; Javascript, DHTML and cookies enabled; Sound card with speakers or headphones strongly recommended.
Managing Within the Law (Videos): Discrimination

Summary:

Most managers are unaware their actions on the job may lead to illegal discrimination. The results can mean employee dissatisfaction and expensive lawsuits. This program will help you understand discrimination laws and how to avoid illegal discrimination. In addition, you'll learn guidelines to prevent unintentional discrimination when hiring, promoting and terminating employees.

Outline:

  • Introduction
  • Discrimination
  • Illegal Discrimination
  • Sex/Gender
  • Age 40 and Over
  • Race and Color, Religion
  • National Origin/Ancestry
  • Citizenship
  • Veteran and Military Status
  • Preventing Discrimination
  • Avoiding Discrimination
  • Summary

Technical Requirements:

P500+ Processor, 128MB of RAM; Windows 2000, 2003, XP, Vista, Minimum screen resolution 800x600, Internet Explorer 5.5 or higher; Windows Media Player 9.0 or higher; Flash 8.0 or higher; 56K minimum connection; broadband (256 kpbs or higher) connection recommended; Javascript, DHTML and cookies enabled; Sound card with speakers or headphones strongly recommended.
Managing Within the Law (Videos): Discrimination (Presentation Style)

Summary:

Most managers are unaware their actions on the job may lead to illegal discrimination. The results can mean employee dissatisfaction and expensive lawsuits. This program will help you understand discrimination laws and how to avoid illegal discrimination. In addition, you'll learn guidelines to prevent unintentional discrimination when hiring, promoting and terminating employees.

Outline:

  • Introduction
  • Discrimination
  • Discrimination Defined
  • Proving Illegal Discrimination
  • Protected Characteristics
  • Preventing Discrimination
  • Hiring
  • Promoting and Terminating
  • Summary

Technical Requirements:

P500+ Processor, 128MB of RAM; Windows 2000, 2003, XP, Vista, Minimum screen resolution 800x600, Internet Explorer 5.5 or higher; Windows Media Player 9.0 or higher; Flash 8.0 or higher; 56K minimum connection; broadband (256 kpbs or higher) connection recommended; Javascript, DHTML and cookies enabled; Sound card with speakers or headphones strongly recommended.
Managing Within the Law (Videos): Drug and Alcohol Abuse in the Workplace

Summary:

Drug and alcohol abuse not only impacts efficiency and productivity, but it also increases health care costs, absenteeism and conflicts amongst employees. During this program, you'll learn how to identify substance abuse by employees. You'll also learn regulations for drug testing and employee privacy rights. In addition, you'll learn how to maintain a drug- and alcohol-free workplace.

Outline:

  • Introduction
  • Drug and Alcohol Abuse at Work
  • Drug Testing
  • Testing Regulations
  • Disability Law Issues
  • Your Role as a Manager
  • Summary

Technical Requirements:

P500+ Processor, 128MB of RAM; Windows 2000, 2003, XP, Vista, Minimum screen resolution 800x600, Internet Explorer 5.5 or higher; Windows Media Player 9.0 or higher; Flash 8.0 or higher; 56K minimum connection; broadband (256 kpbs or higher) connection recommended; Javascript, DHTML and cookies enabled; Sound card with speakers or headphones strongly recommended.
Managing Within the Law (Videos): Family and Medical Leave Act

Summary:

The Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) is a federal law, enacted by Congress in 1993 to assist employees in balancing their personal and family lives with the demands of the workplace. During this program, you'll learn about the coverage and conditions under the FMLA and examine how to resolve FMLA issues. In addition, you'll learn the rights of employees and employers granted under the FMLA.

Outline:

  • Introduction
  • Family and Medical Leave
  • FMLA Coverage
  • Reasons for Leave
  • Arranging for Leave
  • Health Coverage
  • Returning to the Workplace
  • State Law
  • Summary

Technical Requirements:

P500+ Processor, 128MB of RAM; Windows 2000, 2003, XP, Vista, Minimum screen resolution 800x600, Internet Explorer 5.5 or higher; Windows Media Player 9.0 or higher; Flash 8.0 or higher; 56K minimum connection; broadband (256 kpbs or higher) connection recommended; Javascript, DHTML and cookies enabled; Sound card with speakers or headphones strongly recommended.
Managing Within the Law (Videos): Freedom of Religion in the Workplace

Summary:

You might think your employees are free to say anything they want within the workplace. However, the right to free speech is limited in the private workplace. During this program, you'll learn the constitutional protections for public employees and the limits on free speech rights. In addition, you'll learn the differing rights of public and private employees.

Outline:

  • Introduction
  • Freedom of Speech in the Workplace
  • The First Amendment
  • Free Speech in the Public Workplace
  • Free Speech in the Private Workplace
  • Summary

Technical Requirements:

P500+ Processor, 128MB of RAM; Windows 2000, 2003, XP, Vista, Minimum screen resolution 800x600, Internet Explorer 5.5 or higher; Windows Media Player 9.0 or higher; Flash 8.0 or higher; 56K minimum connection; broadband (256 kpbs or higher) connection recommended; Javascript, DHTML and cookies enabled; Sound card with speakers or headphones strongly recommended.
Managing Within the Law (Videos): Legal Guidelines for Interviewing

Summary:

Asking candidates fair and challenging questions can make or break the interview process. Not only can improper questions make you miss out on talented candidates but they can also be illegal. During this program, you'll learn the three principles to keeping interviews within legal boundaries. You'll also learn what can and cannot be asked when interviewing, as well as other legal issues regarding the interview process.

Outline:

  • Introduction
  • Legal Guidelines for Interviewing
  • Guiding Principles
  • Things to Avoid
  • Protected Characteristics
  • Other Legal Issues
  • Summary

Technical Requirements:

P500+ Processor, 128MB of RAM; Windows 2000, 2003, XP, Vista, Minimum screen resolution 800x600, Internet Explorer 5.5 or higher; Windows Media Player 9.0 or higher; Flash 8.0 or higher; 56K minimum connection; broadband (256 kpbs or higher) connection recommended; Javascript, DHTML and cookies enabled; Sound card with speakers or headphones strongly recommended.
Managing Within the Law (Videos): Preventing Sexual Harassment - Manager Version

Summary:

Do you know the legally required management procedures to follow when a harassment complaint is made? During this program, you'll learn the conditions under which liabilities for harassment can occur and the elements of an effective harassment policy. You'll also gain an awareness of the correct procedures to implement when complaints arise.

Outline:

  • Introduction
  • Preventing Sexual Harassment
  • Sexual Harassment
  • The Claimant
  • Unwelcome Sexual Harassment
  • Internal Complaint Procedure
  • Consensual Relationships
  • Implementing Complaint Procedures
  • Conducting an Investigation
  • Summary

Technical Requirements:

P500+ Processor, 128MB of RAM; Windows 2000, 2003, XP, Vista, Minimum screen resolution 800x600, Internet Explorer 5.5 or higher; Windows Media Player 9.0 or higher; Flash 8.0 or higher; 56K minimum connection; broadband (256 kpbs or higher) connection recommended; Javascript, DHTML and cookies enabled; Sound card with speakers or headphones strongly recommended.
Managing Within the Law (Videos): Respecting Employees' Individual Rights

Summary:

Even though most states are employment-at-will territories, employees do have rights in the workplace that are guaranteed by law. During this program, you'll learn how company policies are essential tools for preventing trouble in the workplace. You'll also learn employees' rights to inspect their personnel files and other laws regarding employees' rights. In addition, you'll learn employers' rights to monitor their employees as regards sexual harassment and discrimination.

Outline:

  • Introduction
  • Respecting Employees' Individual Rights
  • Company Policies
  • Employee Access to Personnel Files
  • Employee Monitoring
  • Sexual Harassment and Discrimination
  • Other Employee Rights
  • Summary

Technical Requirements:

P500+ Processor, 128MB of RAM; Windows 2000, 2003, XP, Vista, Minimum screen resolution 800x600, Internet Explorer 5.5 or higher; Windows Media Player 9.0 or higher; Flash 8.0 or higher; 56K minimum connection; broadband (256 kpbs or higher) connection recommended; Javascript, DHTML and cookies enabled; Sound card with speakers or headphones strongly recommended.
Managing Within the Law (Videos): Top Ten Ways for a Manager to Stay Out of Jail

Summary:

The workplace is becoming increasingly complex with many federal and state laws protecting the rights of employees. As a manager, you need to be aware of these laws in order to effectively and legally manage your employees. During this program, you'll learn the top ten issues to keep in mind while interacting with your employees. You'll also learn tips on how to deal with these issues and stay on the right side of the law.

Outline:

  • Introduction
  • Top Ten Ways for a Manager to Stay Out of Jail
  • Offer Letter
  • FMLA and ADA
  • Exempt and Non-exempt Employees
  • Respect Employee Privacy
  • Provide Training
  • Prevent Harassment
  • Avoid Discrimination
  • Termination Letters
  • Document Performance Problems
  • Conduct Performance Reviews
  • Summary

Technical Requirements:

P500+ Processor, 128MB of RAM; Windows 2000, 2003, XP, Vista, Minimum screen resolution 800x600, Internet Explorer 5.5 or higher; Windows Media Player 9.0 or higher; Flash 8.0 or higher; 56K minimum connection; broadband (256 kpbs or higher) connection recommended; Javascript, DHTML and cookies enabled; Sound card with speakers or headphones strongly recommended.
Managing Within the Law (Videos): Working Wounded: Preventing Lawsuits

Summary:

Behind most lawsuits are problems that could have been avoided. Watch as Bob Rosner, founder and syndicated columnist of Working Wounded, discusses how you can help prevent company lawsuits.

Technical Requirements:

P500+ Processor, 128MB of RAM; Windows 2000, 2003, XP, Vista, Minimum screen resolution 800x600, Internet Explorer 5.5 or higher; Windows Media Player 9.0 or higher; Flash 8.0 or higher; 56K minimum connection; broadband (256 kpbs or higher) connection recommended; Javascript, DHTML and cookies enabled; Sound card with speakers or headphones strongly recommended.

 

 

 

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Managing Within the Law

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