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ENG1503 ASSIGNMENT 1 SEMESTER 1 – 2024 (285853)
DUE DATE: 22 MARCH 2024
QUESTIONS:
1.1 In paragraph 1, the author states that bullying is a word synonymous with the type of conduct expected in school playgrounds. It is not a word that is usually associated with the workplace. In your own words, discuss 2 plausible factors from the text that may contribute to the prevalence of workplace bullying. Provide 2 of your own examples.
1.2 In your own words, summarise three main points reflected in paragraph 2 and provide at least 1 relevant example from the text and 1 example of your own
1.3 In paragraph 3, the author discusses arbitrary grounds outlined in section 6(1) of the Employment Equity Act, 1998 (EEA). For your convenience, the section in question is summarised below:
In your own words, discuss 3 subjective or unjustifiable ways in which employees could potentially misuse the Employment Equity Act to their benefit.
1.4 Paraphrase the sentences below and identify 3 distinct ideas associated with the mitigation [reduction] of workplace bullying.
Employers can assist employees who are being bullied at work to report such conduct by implementing the proactive steps outlined in the Code; ensuring that employees are aware that there is a zero tolerance towards bullying and any other form of harassment in that workplace; and assuring that employees who report allegations of any form of harassment will not be victimized or subjected to any reprisals. “It should also be stressed that those employees who make false allegations in bad faith may also be subjected to disciplinary action”.
1.5 Drawing from the context of bullying presented in paragraph 2, do you agree or disagree with the idea that workplace bullying lowers the self-esteem of an employee? In your response, cite two examples from the text.
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