HRM textbook

632 PART 5 EMPLOYEE RELATIONS
He also says they train supervisors to recognize behaviors or other things that may
be warning signs. Furthermore, an in-house review every year aims to make sure all
information and videos, etc., are current. He also focuses on ergonomics in order to
prevent problems like carpal tunnel syndrome. The company has periodic reviews from
Californias Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
Discussion Questions
1. What should the city do prior to issuing personal protective equipment,
according to Chapter 16?
2. What do you think of the safety program? What else would you suggest, and why?
3. What are some of the issues and caveats the employer and its supervisors
should follow when dealing with a visit from the Occupational Safety and
Health Administration?
4. If you were asked to put together a list of items that supervisors should keep
in mind with respect to supervising safety and health at work, what would you
include on your list?
Video Title: Global HR Management (Joby)
SYNOPSIS
Joby is best known for its line of flexible camera tripods, called Gorillapods, and
for its flexible flashlights, called Gorillatorches. Joby has only a few dozen employees,
but has offices on three continents. It is often called the smallest global company
in the world.
Discussion Questions
1. Describe Joby s approach to managing globally. How does it coordinate design,
manufacturing, and distribution in key world markets?
2. How does a small company like Joby hire employees to work in its facilities
all over the world?
3. Based on what you read in Chapter 17, what suggestions would you make
for improving this company s global HR practices?