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Post by arose on Jul 26, 2016 17:31:35 GMT
So I'm sure this must have been asked before... Has anyone combed out locks for a job?
I'm so bummed.. My manager and I are pretty tight, we get along great. However, she noticed my hair was messy/dready... She asked corporate if it's ok. They say no because of the messiness I guess? She supports self expression especially since it doesn't get in the way of the job I'm doing (I test newborn babies' hearing at the hospital) but corporate doesn't. I love my job but I'm at the point in my life where I'm sick of feeling stifled. I'm feeling like they can fire me if it's really that much of a problem, and they would be losing a perfectly good employee over hair!! I told her I'm happy to cover it up, I'm happy to further educate people about the process... It's so hard for me, as a people pleaser, to go against what someone in authority says...
This is mostly just venting so thanks for reading. I welcome any opinions and other perspectives or advice... Thanks in advance!
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Post by dustinanashley on Jul 26, 2016 18:56:45 GMT
Me personally would tell them they would have to deal with it. Your hair is yours an I feel like no one can tell you how to wear your hair. I been through some what of the same thing I dyed my hair red a couple of months ago. My manager came to me an said I could fire you for your hair being red. I told him I would quite before you fire me over something so dumb as my hair. So feel to do what please you an your happiness
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Post by danzia on Jul 26, 2016 22:19:10 GMT
Sorry to hear you're having this experience. I work in a hospital as well. My question is ... What does the employee handbook say about the dress code? I would start there.
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arose
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Post by arose on Jul 27, 2016 3:25:39 GMT
danzia I'm going to review it. From what I understand it's on a case by case basis with our company. Your hospital must not have an issue with it. My manager is going to try and help me out. We don't see why I couldn't keep them if I just cover my head. And I totally agree dustinanashley, hair is a stupid thing to take issue with when nobody has issues with how I perform. I'm going to fight it. But I really don't want to leave since we need the money... Such a frustrating situation.
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Post by LeRemy on Jul 27, 2016 9:58:11 GMT
It's unlegal to discriminate against looks in the workplace. I'm sure you will find a way around those ignorants.
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Post by Dreadlocktruth on Jul 27, 2016 10:13:49 GMT
It's unlegal to discriminate against looks in the workplace. I'm sure you will find a way around those ignorants. Honestly, it depends on the stated dress code. Most employers are within their rights to demand to changes if there's anything specifically in the guidelines against it. squishybean, my advice would be to experiment with what sort of buns you can put your locks in while they're developing. We've had members here before who've managed to get away without their employers even noticing because their hair looks so neat when tied up. |
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Post by Olly on Jul 27, 2016 10:27:37 GMT
It's unlegal to discriminate against looks in the workplace. I'm sure you will find a way around those ignorants. Honestly, it depends on the stated dress code. Most employers are within their rights to demand to changes if there's anything specifically in the guidelines against it. Yup. I guess different countries may have different laws, but certainly in the UK you can be dismissed or rejected for stuff like mods. Fingers crossed, Squishy! Hope it works out for you. |
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Post by LeRemy on Jul 27, 2016 10:29:01 GMT
It's unlegal to discriminate against looks in the workplace. I'm sure you will find a way around those ignorants. Honestly, it depends on the stated dress code. Most employers are within their rights to demand to changes if there's anything specifically in the guidelines against it. Doesen't hurt to try though. But yea, I doubt the dress code is against hats. As long it looks neat and "sterile". |
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Post by Deleted on Jul 27, 2016 14:57:24 GMT
There are different rules in the US regarding termination of employees, depending on where you live. Employers have a pretty easy time firing people in my home state -- they don't need much of an official reason. Sucks, but that's the way it is.
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jxbx
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Post by jxbx on Jul 27, 2016 17:40:17 GMT
I hope this works out for ya!!
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Post by arose on Jul 27, 2016 23:18:18 GMT
Thanks guys. I really appreciate all the insight and support. Someday when I can just make art for a living it won't matter!
I'm waiting to hear back about if I can cover it somehow or put it up. I have been wearing it up the last few times I've worked and I thought it was better. But I guess a couple nurses talked to my manager about it.. (Thanks a lot! 🙄) I am prepared to fight for it and I'm hoping they see reason. They are a pretty good company just really conservative I guess.
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Post by lipstic on Jul 29, 2016 4:26:15 GMT
It's unlegal to discriminate against looks in the workplace. I'm sure you will find a way around those ignorants. It's illegal to discriminate against how a person was born. For example, an employer cannot refuse to hire someone because they have blonde hair or frizzy hair or a birthmark on their face. They can however, refuse to hire someone who has altered their appearance, unless it was for a religious reason or (and this is a grey area) for medical reasons. There have been quite a few jobs I have lost due to hair... Canada's Wonderland wouldn't even give me an application because I have dreads. They deemed them unnatural and too weird/ crazy. The good news however, is that if there is no standard clearly stated in writing (usually in the handbook) you can argue that this is a personal attack and they will either have to change their policies for everyone or allow you to keep your hair the way it is. Of course this is the case in Canada, I don't know if this is entirely accurate for the rest of the world and I would suggest you get legal council for your area. |
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Post by jxbx on Aug 1, 2016 16:31:58 GMT
Perfectly fine if you ask me. I figure in a hospital setting they just wanna make sure they are out of the way no?
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Post by Deleted on Aug 1, 2016 17:01:36 GMT
Can't imagine why that would be an issue. Looks totally fine.
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