Steps to help prevent sexual harassment and discrimination from occurring in fire fighting organisations

Emerald - Tập 21 Số 8/9/10 - Trang 206-218 - 2001
StephanieMoore, Brian H.Kleiner

Tóm tắt

Defines sexual harassment and discrimination in law before covering the effects which these issues bring. Considers the traditional culture of the fire service and the barriers the industry may still possess. Gives recent examples of discrimination in today’s service and outlines steps for prevention covering areas such as education and training, recruitment, and policy. Looks at ways to combat issues when such procedures fail.

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