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Discrimination and harassment in the restaurant industry

International Journal of Sociology and Social Policy

ISSN: 0144-333X

Article publication date: 1 September 2001

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Abstract

Concentrates on gender discrimination and sexual harassment in the restaurant industry. Outlines the definition of sexual harassment in law and the types of sexual harassment which can occur. Covers the Ontario human rights code and the Disability Discrimination Act. Gives some statistics to reflect the current state of the problem. Provides some examples of current good practices within the industry. Concludes with recommendations of policies which employers should adopt if they wish to avoid litigation.

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Citation

Lu, C. and Kleiner, B.H. (2001), "Discrimination and harassment in the restaurant industry", International Journal of Sociology and Social Policy, Vol. 21 No. 8/9/10, pp. 192-205. https://doi.org/10.1108/01443330110789745

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MCB UP Ltd

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