He’s Big…Really Big

Gossip / Discussing Personal Traits (Weight) of Co-Worker

Discussions with co-workers that ridicule or disrespect anyone because of a protected class status can be offensive and lead to an accusation of discriminatory harassment. Insensitive remarks about an overweight co-worker can lead to the perception of harassment.

Learning Path & Details

Ethics & Compliance
Type: Video Vignettes
Audience: General
Available As: Download, USB, USB-2YR, USB-3YR

Topics

Suggested Industry Usage

Competencies

Ensuring Professional and Compliant Behavior
Fostering Inclusion & Respect
Managing Legal Risk

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Training Files (14)

EnglishSpanish (NA)Portuguese (Brazilian)ItalianGermanFrench

Title	Type	Time/Pages	Language
He's Big... Really Big! Video with graphics and narrator	Video Vignette	01:24 min	English	Demo
He's Big... Really Big! Video without narrator	Video Vignette	00:46 min	English	Demo
He’s Big… Really Big! Discussion Guide	Workshop Material	7 pages	English	Demo
He’s Big… Really Big! Video Discussion Questions	Workshop Material	2 pages	English	Demo

Additional Information

It is not clear cut under the law whether obesity always meets the definition of a “disability,” but it is clear that “regarding” someone as disabled, even when they are not, is a form of discrimination.