If you believe that you have been sexually harassed,talk about your concerns or objections directly with theperson who is behaving in a harassing way. If you aresubjected to or observe objectionable behavior, youshould promptly notify the chain of command if one ofthe following conditions exists:The objectionable behavior does not stop,The situation is not resolved,Addressing the objectionable behavior directlywith the person concerned is not reasonableunder the circumstances, orThe behavior is clearly criminal in nature.If the person whose behavior is objectionable is adirect superior in the chain of command or if the chainof command condones (tolerates) the conduct orignores a report, the person subjected to or who hasobserved the objectionable behavior should promptlycommunicate the incident through other availablemeans. When possible, always use your chain ofcommand; but, if your boss allows the conduct orignores a report of objectionable behavior, use othermeans to report it.REVIEW 7 QUESTIONSQ1. Improper conduct is sexual harassment if whatsituations occur?a.b.c.Q2. List the criteria for a person’s behavior to betermed sexual harassment.a.b.c.Q3. Whose perceptions count when there isunwelcome behavior?Q4. Your LCPO offers you high marks on your evalsin exchange for sexual favors. What type ofsexual harassment is this?Q5. Displaying sexual posters or using sexualex p l i c i t l a n g u a g e c r e a t e s w h a t t y p e o fenvironment?Q6. How has the Navy made it easier to understandthe wide range of good to bad behavior?a.b.c.FRATERNIZATIONLearning Objectives: When you finish thischapter, you will be able to—Recognize the fraternization policy.Identify the consequences of not observing thispolicy.Article 1165 (Fraternization Prohibited) of the U.S.Navy Regulations states: “No person in the Navy is toenter a personal relationship that is unduly familiar,does not respect differences in rank, and is prejudicial togood order and discipline.” Some relationships betweenNavy members violate naval traditions. Unduly familiarrelationships can exist between officers, officer andenlisted persons, or between enlisted persons. If there isan unduly familiar relationship between a supervisorand a subordinate, the relationship isn’t right and harmsgood order and discipline. Breaking the rules onfraternization among Regular and Reserve personnelmay result in administrative or punitive action.1-22Student Notes:
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