Ethical Problems related to Work

Some of the problems that are commonly faced in a work situation are stated as under.

Irregularity and Lack of Punctuality
Rude and impolite behavior
Inadequate knowledge and skills
Wastage of resources
Disregard of rules and procedures
Disrespect for the job
Disloyalty to the organization

Irregularity and Lack of Punctuality

Irregularity and lack of punctuality are problems which you will encounter in any work situation. Some people frequently go missing for valid or invalid reasons. Others like to come late and leave early as a matter of habit. Some workers are not found at their work station. This may cause inconvenience to the customer at the time of paying the bill etc. Irresponsible behavior spoils the discipline of work environment and sets bad example, causes inconvenience to the client and hampers the image of the organization.

Rude and impolite behaviour

At times when a customer comes to you and you do not listen their request, telling that you are busy and talk to them rudely or in your case a colleague in your office refuses to do his part of work and misbehaves with juniors is some of the few instances of unethical behavior. Rude and impolite behavior of a staff can be quite disturbing and embarrassing for an organization.

Inadequate knowledge and skills

Many people pretense to have special skills and knowledge to impress others and enhance their job prospects. Suppose you have access to computer but don’t know how to operate it, yet you insist on operating it, which would then be responsible if it gets spoiled and damaged. Knowing the job is very important, one should not only be skilled but also ready to learn more and update ones knowledge and skills from time to time.

Wastage of resources

Lights and fans running in offices without anybody using them are a common sight in many offices. Items of office stationery being misused and thrown around are also a common sight. Misuse of office telephones and vehicles for personal use is a common occurrence. Such habits cause tremendous wastage of resources for any organization.

Disregard of Rules and Procedures

In many work situations one finds that the rules and procedure laid for maintain discipline, good employer-employee relationship and team spirit are disregarded. This is usually observed when promotions are given out of turn, or the management allows favoritism or when lower level employees and daily-wagers are no given their due. Disregard of rules and procedures often leads to serious situations in the organization. There may be an accident causing heavy loss to property or to human lives.

Disregard for the job

In our society it is a common practice to consider some job respectful and others disrespectful. As a result, many people despite enjoying their work do feel proud to tell others about it for fear of being looked down. For example, a man selling drinking water on the road side should feel proud of doing that job. In fact, everybody should feel proud about the job that they do and must not hesitate or feel embarrassed in performing their tasks.

Disloyalty to the organization

Some staff members indulge in activities that are harmful for the success of the organization they are working in. For instance, taking bribe to perform special favors to certain clients at the cost of one’s own organization is a common occurrence today. Cheating ones employees and working for someone else while being in the employment of another are some of the examples of disloyalty.