Workplace Scenarios

Scenario 3 takes place in a business. Peter is a strong performer in the organization and you are considering him for a promotion. As his manager, you meet with him to discuss the promotion, and he tells you he has been diagnosed with AIDS and has been feeling quite sick lately. Peter really likes his job and tells you that he wants the promotion, but he needs occasional time off for medical appointments. He tells you that he has been paying for all of his medical bills out of his own pocket as he is afraid that if his diagnosis goes on his record both his advancement in the company and his insurance coverage will be in jeopardy. He is also afraid that if other people find out he has AIDS they will object to working with him. He requests that you keep his AIDS diagnosis confidential.

• What are the legal issues involved in this situation?

• How should you address Peter's fears of disclosure?

• What should you do to address this issue within the company?

Look for the answers in the CDC Manager's Kit.

Go to BRTA/LRTA

Go to the Manager's and Labor Leader's Kits