AIDS: the human element

Article Abstract:

Several case studies involving personnel management and AIDS patients are discussed, and the actions taken by employers against AIDS patients are detailed. Managers are advised to continue to employ people diagnosed as having AIDS, to let AIDS patients know they are still valuable employees, to maintain the confidentiality of AIDS patients' identities, and to formulate written policies with regard to employing AIDS patients. The legal ramifications of such formal policies are also discussed, as are the possible economic penalties for discriminating against AIDS patients. A pending court case is discussed in which a man was fired from two places of employment after being falsely accused of having AIDS. Issues surrounding AIDS screening tests are also discussed.

Laws, regulations and rules, AIDS (Disease)

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A practical guide for dealing with AIDS at work

Article Abstract:

Laws and regulations are being developed that affect employers' legal obligations toward employees who have AIDS or who have been exposed to the AIDS virus. Employees with AIDS appear to have some protection under federal, state, and local laws that define AIDS as a physical handicap or medical condition under which employment discrimination is forbidden. No employer is required to hire or keep workers who cannot perform required job responsibilities. Issues addressed include: testing job applicants for AIDS or asking about their AIDS status, dealing with current employees who have or might have AIDS, responding to co-worker demands for testing, handling privacy or confidentiality obligations, and assessing legal liabilities.

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Pre-employment testing is losing favor

Article Abstract:

According to research by the American Management Association, most U.S. companies do not use pre-employment testing. A frequently cited reason for the decline in testing is concern that the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission will investigate the firm's hiring procedures. Employment tests are especially rare for upper management positions. Various forms of testing are discussed, including job skills tests, psychological profile testing, polygraph tests, and behavioral simulation tests. The companies most likely to use such tests are described.

Methods, Human resource management, Employee recruitment, Employment tests

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