Body Art Research Paper
Does Body Art Lacks Employer Approval in the Workforce
Kenrick Hawthorne
American Intercontinental University
Mrs. Sharon Reid
Human Resource Management MGT 303
ABSTRACT
Most employees today are covered by this body art called tattoos and piercings which conflicts with job presentation and perception. Employers today also has to deal with protecting both the company and there employees. Tattoos have its misconceptions and carries stereotypes for the bearer who's characterized as rough, tough, or less educated. Can employees conceal body art that impinges the work environment? How can employers be prepared to accommodate employees with body art? How can religion, cultural beliefs, or practices affect an employers' judgment? …show more content…
A large amount of studies and surveys were carried out to determine how many employers have policies addressing formal and informal body piercings and tattoos. One study conducted by Vault Inc. surveyed 468 workers across the United States at a variety of industries. Studies showed that just under half, or 46 percent have permanent body art other than piercings. Another study conducted by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) in May 2006 of 434 HR professionals established that more than 35.9 percent of the organizations have formal or informal policies concentrating on body piercings and 22.3 percent have a formal or informal policy addressing …show more content…
Due to "body art work rules" being relatively new in policy within the workforce, many companies do not have policies set in place. A desire to bear tattoos and piercings might have caused some religions to face scrutiny and the bearer as well, but, for some who bear the body art and doesn't adorn themselves for religious reasons have other difficulty to deal with. Many employers stand by the company's code of ethics and maintaining professionalism are one of them. Employers should also be prepared to handle atypical religious beliefs, practices, and challenges to enforce its body art policies.
"25 to 29 year olds have the highest incidence of tattoos of all adults (Gallagher, Callahan & Gartrell, PC, 1999-2007)".
This fact is tied to the reality of legal issues and challenges that employer-imposed dress codes face. Employers need to make it imperative that their company always review their policies and enforcement practices to guarantee compliance with state and federal laws that wouldn't impede with an employee
Kenrick Hawthorne
American Intercontinental University
Mrs. Sharon Reid
Human Resource Management MGT 303
ABSTRACT
Most employees today are covered by this body art called tattoos and piercings which conflicts with job presentation and perception. Employers today also has to deal with protecting both the company and there employees. Tattoos have its misconceptions and carries stereotypes for the bearer who's characterized as rough, tough, or less educated. Can employees conceal body art that impinges the work environment? How can employers be prepared to accommodate employees with body art? How can religion, cultural beliefs, or practices affect an employers' judgment? …show more content…
A large amount of studies and surveys were carried out to determine how many employers have policies addressing formal and informal body piercings and tattoos. One study conducted by Vault Inc. surveyed 468 workers across the United States at a variety of industries. Studies showed that just under half, or 46 percent have permanent body art other than piercings. Another study conducted by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) in May 2006 of 434 HR professionals established that more than 35.9 percent of the organizations have formal or informal policies concentrating on body piercings and 22.3 percent have a formal or informal policy addressing …show more content…
Due to "body art work rules" being relatively new in policy within the workforce, many companies do not have policies set in place. A desire to bear tattoos and piercings might have caused some religions to face scrutiny and the bearer as well, but, for some who bear the body art and doesn't adorn themselves for religious reasons have other difficulty to deal with. Many employers stand by the company's code of ethics and maintaining professionalism are one of them. Employers should also be prepared to handle atypical religious beliefs, practices, and challenges to enforce its body art policies.
"25 to 29 year olds have the highest incidence of tattoos of all adults (Gallagher, Callahan & Gartrell, PC, 1999-2007)".
This fact is tied to the reality of legal issues and challenges that employer-imposed dress codes face. Employers need to make it imperative that their company always review their policies and enforcement practices to guarantee compliance with state and federal laws that wouldn't impede with an employee