SPHR · Question #39
A pregnant employee in a manufacturing plant discloses the pregnancy on the first day of employment. The employee works an overnight shift and does not have an accommodation request. The supervisor…
The correct answer is C. Keep the employee in their assigned role. Unless there is a medical restriction or request for accommodation, the employer must not take action. Making assumptions about ability or safety could constitute discrimination. Under PDA and ADA, employers must allow pregnant employees to work unless there's a legitimate…
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A pregnant employee in a manufacturing plant discloses the pregnancy on the first day of employment. The employee works an overnight shift and does not have an accommodation request. The supervisor is concerned that the employee is unable to perform the job duties and contacts HR. What's the best option?
Options
- AMove the employee temporarily into a less physical role
- BExplain to the employee that the position is unsafe for the fetus
- CKeep the employee in their assigned role
- DOffer the employee an alternative job at the same pay rate
How the community answered
(49 responses)- A8% (4)
- B12% (6)
- C57% (28)
- D22% (11)
Explanation
Unless there is a medical restriction or request for accommodation, the employer must not take action. Making assumptions about ability or safety could constitute discrimination. Under PDA and ADA, employers must allow pregnant employees to work unless there's a legitimate medical limitation or safety hazard substantiated by a physician.
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