2024-11-10
The complainant alleged an offer of employment with the respondent telecommunications company was withdrawn due to his criminal record – possession of firearms and unsafe storage of firearms. He alleged the requirement for a criminal record check was not made clear to him during the interview.
The company advised employees must be of good character and have no criminal record because they have close contact with vulnerable people. The company said the requirement for a criminal record check was made clear during and following the interview.
The complaint was resolved with an agreement that the company pay the complainant $500.
Year
Discrimination type
Other discrimination in employment
Grounds
Criminal record
Areas
Employment
Compensation
Amount
$500