Rights and Responsibilities between Employers and Employees
Most of the employer's responsibilities to employees are driven by law federal, state and local laws protect employees. In some business we also have unions where contracts are adhered to that further those employer responsibilities. Ethics also play a major role in this area, as we know these ethics are driven by values and morals. Many employers and employees do not have the same ethics and morals, this is where we see disconnect in responsibilities.
Employer Responsibilities to Employees by Law
Fair Wages are decided by complex formulas, changing with each business and company. The federal government requires that companies' follow laws pertaining to all positions and various circumstances determine if positions are salary or hourly or exempt there are several laws both federal and state the aid employers in correctly categorizing positions. Businesses also must adhere to minimum wage rates. These rates are determined by the state government.
Employers are also responsible for providing employees with a safe working environment. These laws are regulated by the US Department of Labor they require that employers "Provide a workplace free from serious recognized hazards and comply with standards, rules and regulations issued under the OSHA Act" (DOL 2006). The OSHA Act requires various processes and procedures are followed such as certifications, site visits, posting laws and safety trainings to name a few.
Employer Responsibilities and Ethics
Ethical employers would adhere to laws and provide employees with the previously mentioned circumstances. Any further benefits or offers would be based on a corp ...