Should a business organization suspend a staff on the accusation of a sexual scandal?

Niyi Briggs · Jul 13, 2023

Business organizations value their reputations so much and won't want anything to spoil it.

Supposing a staff of a business organization is accused of being involved in a sexual assault, is it right for the organization to suspend such a staff to protect it's reputation?

It should also be noted that the accusation is from external sources not related to work.
If you were a boss, would you suspend such a staff?

Smalto · Jul 13, 2023

As far the scandal won't in any way affect my business, I don't mind allowing e employee to continue his or her duty, business is for making money and not a worship center or seminary, so business still goes on.

Springtime · Jul 13, 2023

If an employee is involved in a sex scandal which is publicly reported in the media, I would suspend his/her employment while the authority is conducting investigation. If s(he) is proved innocent, I'll reinstate his/her employment.

Niyi Briggs · Jul 13, 2023

It could be a bit harsh when you suspend the staff and he is later found innocent. It would really affect his psyche that the organization he is working for cannot stand up for him. That is one side of the argument though n

Springtime said:
If an employee is involved in a sex scandal which is publicly reported in the media, I would suspend his/her employment while the authority is conducting investigation. If s(he) is proved innocent, I'll reinstate his/her employment.

Etini Willie · Jul 13, 2023

It is in the best interest of the company for the staff to stand down and face investigations. It brings a lot of negative PR to keep such a staff working. The company can still support the staff from the background though.

eldavis · Jul 14, 2023

Well it depends on the business and their policy. If they feel the scandal is affecting their image and as well its causing a decline in their sales, then i believe the best thing to do would be to let them go.

Blessed19 · Jul 14, 2023

Yes of course a staff at any organization should be suspended when they are being faced with sexual scandals until they're very certain that the case is over and the staff is free.

Niyi Briggs · Jul 14, 2023

For a big brand, it makes a lot of sense for them to announce publicly the suspension of the staff. This action alone can boost public confidence in the business and increase sales.

SHAHID987 · Jul 14, 2023

This is something which need true inquiry and when it will prove then the staff must be fired immediately, because he has done something which he may repeat with other.

cherry123 · Feb 3, 2024

if the scandal will affect my business, I will not allow the employee to continue his duty, business is for making money and I wouldn't allow any worker spoil that for me

eldavis · Feb 3, 2024

SHAHID987 said:
This is something which need true inquiry and when it will prove then the staff must be fired immediately, because he has done something which he may repeat with other.

True, apart from the fact that there is a possibility it might happen again, the image of the business can also be affected. People today won't care if it's just one person, they we simply view the company in general in that light.

IB D · Jul 15, 2024

There should always be a mechanism to carry out deep investigation into accusations like this in the workplace.

nomad · Jul 17, 2024

As a employer, you are not a moral police, unless and until it affects your organizational reputation or workplace environment, there is nothing you should do

Shavkat · Jul 17, 2024

I think it should. It will affect the company's reputation for having this. They violated that one of the rules in their company.

Fidelia · Aug 30, 2024

I would suspend the staff with pay pending the conclusion of investigation of the matter.

Shavkat · Aug 30, 2024

Fidelia said:
I would suspend the staff with pay pending the conclusion of investigation of the matter.

Indeed. We cannot crucify an employee if not convicted of any crimes. Although suspension is the best course in the meantime.

freelancermaria · Aug 30, 2024

I will consider suspending him or her if a scandal occurs since it can greatly damage a business’s reputation. However, if there is no clear evidence of guilt, I will try to give him or her a chance.

Starmix · Aug 30, 2024

In my work place that act is considered immoral and therefore the staff or employee will be advised to resign.

King Belieal · Sep 19, 2024

freelancermaria said:
I will consider suspending him or her if a scandal occurs since it can greatly damage a business’s reputation. However, if there is no clear evidence of guilt, I will try to give him or her a chance.

It would be better for the staff to stand down and proper investigations done. That would project the business in positive light.

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