Business Finance Homework Help

I’m working on a management writing question and need an explanation to help me study.

Let’s compare smoke breaks and prayer breaks. Religious freedom is protected and employers must allow reasonable requests.

Smoking is considered a civil freedom. I just read an article on another company that has decided to not hire smokers. Believe it or not there are urine (test) for nicotine. A couple of companies with such policies would be Alaska Airlines, Baylor Health Care(Tx), Hollywood Casino(oh) and more joining all the time.

This practice is designed to promote health and reduce insurance premiums.

Respond to the following questions. Be sure to support your answers with examples and at least one resources.

• Can they do this?
• Why do you think they are doing it?
• Should they do it

I am fine with essay or question and answer style. Be sure to properly cite your resources.