Assessment
Nicole confides in you that her non-supervisory co-worker has tried to engage her in unwanted sexual advances. What should your advice to Nicole be?
(Select all that apply)
Advise Nicole to reach out to her Supervisor
Advise Nicole to remain silent and not report the matter
Advise Nicole to reach out to the Ethics Line
Advise Nicole to reach out to Advice & Counsel
Answer: My advice to Nicole would be to reach out to her Supervisor. It is important to report the unwanted sexual advances to someone in a position of authority within the company. The Supervisor should be trained on handling such situations and can take appropriate actions to address the issue, such as investigating the claim, providing support to Nicole, and taking steps to prevent further incidents.
Reaching out to the Supervisor is a crucial step because it allows the company to take the necessary measures to ensure a safe and respectful work environment for all employees. By reporting the matter, Nicole can help prevent similar incidents from happening to others and contribute to a culture of zero tolerance for harassment.
While the other options (reaching out to the Ethics Line or Advice & Counsel) might also be resources within the company that can provide guidance and support, it is still important to involve the immediate supervisor as they have more direct responsibility for managing the work environment and addressing issues within the team.