Abstract
This paper presents a research proposal that discusses driver safety training programs. Specifically, the paper questions whether truck driver safety training programs provide a lower number of accidents due to higher compliance with safety standards. It looks at the importance of studying current statistics with regards to truck driver safety and whether tighter driving restrictions would affect them.

Table of Contents:
Introduction
Statement of the Problem
Research Question
Purpose of the Study
Importance of the Study
Literature Review
Introduction
Variables
Review of Literature
Methodology
Research Design
Population and Sample
Data Analysis

From the Paper
"Drunk drivers are certainly serious, and there is no question that they should be removed from the roadways. The argument, however, is that training does not really have much to do with whether these people will drive drunk the first time, and whether they will do it again after they have been caught and 'trained' not to do it again . The same is true with very young drivers . Most of them are required to have a driver's training course before they can get their license, but they also often ignore many of the rules of the road after they receive that license, suggesting that these programs might not really be effective in helping to ensure that younger drivers are safe and that their accident rates are lowered . Much of this is not from the failure of the course itself, but from failure of compliance with the course."

Tags:road, license, compliance, car, restritions

Abstract
According to a 1999 study, approximately 30 percent of U.S. employees suspected that ethical violations had occurred in their organizations in the two years prior to the survey. However, almost half of the people who witness ethical violations fail to report them. The reasons for non-reporting are myriad, but seem to be dominated by fears of retaliation or not being taken seriously. By reviewing research on this topic, this paper shows that ethical training is more than a dog and pony show. Ethical training, when done appropriately, produces a plethora of positive benefits for the employer. Of equal importance is the fact that ethical training and compliance programs, when implemented and maintained correctly, provide a wide-variety of benefits to employees, as well as employers. The paper shows that benefits include an increase in ethical behavior, the providing of an atmosphere that is conducive to the reporting of unethical conduct and an increase in a company's competitiveness.

Paper Outline:
Introduction
Research
Conclusion
References

From the Paper
"Furthermore, employees who work in environments with ethics programs, where their supervisors model the ethical behavior taught and enforced by those programs, indicate that they believe the ethics programs have improved their work experiences. The most remarkable positive outcome associated with employer ethical training may be that employees report feeling less pressured to compromise their personal ethical standards (Joseph, Wan Veer, and McFadden, 2004)."

Tags:misbehavior, regulations, Sarbanes-Oxley, Act

Abstract
This paper is a brief report to an IT manager in a governmental department. As it turns out, the IT manager requests a detailed examination of five key factors which it has been determined will greatly impact e-government compliance. Specifically, the paper looks at the theoretical definition of each factor, discusses the current and future trend, and (of course) outlines how each factor will positively and negatively determine the department's march towards e-government compliance. In the final analysis, the paper attempts to show that each of these factors presents challenges, but every one of these challenges can be surmounted through careful study, extensive training of personnel and a positive corporate environment.

Tags:e, government, employees, factors

Abstract
This paper delves into the code of ethics, training, integrity, and compliance for four specific companies - Southwest Airlines, Coca-Cola, Allstate, and US Bank. The paper also offers a look into the process of defining values and ethics, and gives specific examples, such as comparing Southwest Airlines' profits to those of the overall airline industry. The paper's conclusion shows how these policies combine to create success.

Outline:

Defining Values and Ethics
Sources of Professional Values and Ethics
Strong Code of Ethics
Proper Training
Integrity and Compliance
Impact of Values and Ethics on Career Success
Conclusion

From the Paper
"Howard Putnam is another example of how one's ethics and high moral values can impact a person's career. He started in the airline business at age 17 as a baggage handler, later became CEO of Southwest Airlines where his team tripled revenues in three years and then became the first CEO of an airline successfully to take a major carrier into, through, and out of Chapter 11 bankruptcy (Anonymous, 2008). He had a clever way of reminding an audience to remember that ethics are important by an address titled "Are You Really the Person Your Dogs Think You Are?" He advised his audience to think about that concept every time an ethical decision arises in which hedging the truth would seem to make life easier. Putnam stated, "Honesty is not always easy or fun. It isn't the best policy, it is the only policy" (Salek, 2005, para. 9)."

Tags:business, CEO, employee, specific

Abstract
This dissertation paper asserts that families of children with special needs must deal with many facets, including doctors and diagnoses, teachers and schooling, potentially difficult behaviors from the child as well as the special education and medical needs and potential legal issues. The paper explains that many families feel overwhelmed with the amount of information they are forced to learn from the medical terms of the disability to the legal ramifications of obtaining an appropriate education. The paper draws the conclusion that helping families become empowered to negotiate with schools, discuss diagnoses with doctors and be part of the education and medical teams may help prevent the families from feeling left out, disenchanted, and angry, and reduce the need for legal intervention.

Parents As Advocates
ABC's of Parent Empowerment
Justification for Family Involvement
Why Parents Are Told "No"
Special Education Mediation
The Rowley Standard
Fape Standard
Procedural Compliance
Substantive Compliance
Educational Benefit
Jessica's Story: A Parent Wanting Too Much
Inclusion With Young Children
Incorporating High Standards in IEP's for School Age Children
Special Education Disputes and Conflicts
Stephanie's Case: Parent Advocacy in Action
Moore's "Pizza Analysis" for Determining Conflicts
Data Conflicts
Relationship Conflicts
Interest Conflicts
Value Conflicts
Structural Conflicts
Resolution and Management of Special Education Disputes
Teaching Negotiation Skills
Building Collaborative Special Education Teams
Concept Introduction
Communication Accommodation Theory Defined
Special Education IEP Teams: No Room for Conflict
Collaboration and Team Building Strategies
Accounting for Cultural Differences
Culture Defined
Understanding Different Cultures
High and Low Context
Various Cultural Perceptions of Education
Challenges for Special Education Teachers
A Parent's Guide: How To Get Involved
A Teacher's Guide: Involving Families
Teaching Mediation Skills
Mediation Stage 1: Convening
Mediation Stage 2: Opening
Mediation Stage 3: Communicating
Mediation Stage 4: Negotiating
Mediation Stage 5: Closing
Understanding Special Education and the Medical Aspects of Healthcare
Steven's Case: A Parent's Distrust of Doctors
Diagnosis and Misdiagnosis
Importance of Early Intervention
Legal Implications: Medical Malpractice
The Need for Early Identification
Alternative System to Improve Special Education Disputes
Miguel Action Planning System Alternative
Strength and Weakness of Maps
Alyssa's Story: A Mother Becomes an Advocate
Conclusion

From the Paper
"Courts are exploring what the definition of an "educational benefit" is. "The plan of instruction and placement should be likely to result in meaningful educational progress and not regression or trivial educational advancement" (SERR, 1992, quoting 853 F.2d 171 (3d Cir. 1988)). The history of educational benefit comes from the 94-142 "FAPE" to the Rowley decision and the shift of emphasis to "educational benefit" in the IDEA '97 (Monitoring, 2003). "Improving educational results for children with disabilities is an essential element of our national policy of ensuring equality of opportunity, full participation, independent living, and economic self-sufficiency for individuals with disabilities" (20 U.S.C. 1400(c)(1)). However, the "implementation of this Act has been impeded by low expectations, and an insufficient focus on applying replicable research on proven methods of teaching and learning for children with disabilities" (20 U.S.C. 1400(c)(4))."

Tags:autism, learning, impairment, deficiency

Abstract
This paper explains that the implemention of the aviation safety action programs (ASAP) recommended by the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for flight attendants and other aviation employees is vital in optimizing aviation safety. The plan is an encouraging rather than a threatening program, which focuses on improvement rather than liability. The author points out that the flight attendants themselves have reacted positively to these programs. The paper highlights that, in addition to safety benefits, the ASAP for flight attendants has revealed shortcomings in vital areas of training, has built employee-management trust, and has provided a connection between policy and procedure for flight attendants.

From the Paper
"Indeed, according to reports, the implementation of ASAPs have resulted in greater employee compliance with written rules and regulations, as employees are more aware of how these connect with the mechanism of aviation safety. As such, employees experience a greater understanding of the complicated business of aviation, as well as how each individual's duties contribute to its smooth operation. This is particularly so in the case of flight attendants. Submitted reports are circulated to flight attendants, some of whom specifically benefit from them."

Tags:improvement feedback, mutually beneficial, compliance training

Abstract
This paper examines business ethics by discussing the emphasis of ethical leadership in modern corporations, and the methods corporations use to deter internal fraud. The paper points out that today's corporations realize practicing good ethics is as important in our professional lives as our personal lives and are placing a great emphasis on ethics training. Then the paper explores the impact of corporate fraud and how training in ethical leadership will hopefully prove successful in preempting such scandals. Additionally, the paper addresses how corporations realize the value in partnering with other companies in compliance with regulations and actively practicing good personal and business ethics. Various legislative acts, such as the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, which assists in accounting practices, are described as fraud preventative measures. The paper concludes by stating that corporate leadership must take responsibility for ethical practices, since they guide by example with their followers possessing the same qualities and values.

Outline:
Ethics
Solving Corporate Fraud
Corporate Fraud
Ethical Leadership
The Importance of Ethics Training
Ethics Training's Responsibility
Codes of Ethics
Sarbanes-Oxley Act
Corporate Social Responsibility
Conclusion

From the Paper
"If in fact practicing business ethics was a natural human condition and the solution to internal corporate fraud; modern corporations would not need to place a high emphasis on business ethics. The fact is; some past corporations appeared to fail the importance of understanding the practice of business ethics; or they blatantly disregarded complying with ethics regulations. In some cases only a few individuals committed ethics violations yet their fellow employees and entire corporations were destroyed. According to Mallor (2010) we all make mistakes, unfortunately, corporate mistakes are on a much larger scale and affect many others..."

Tags:codes of ethics, SOX, CSR, corporate ethics, ethics training

Abstract
This paper looks at the history of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and explores key administration items and the consequences of non-compliance. The paper also offers suggestions for lowering the risks of litigation, and considers research methods for obtaining information regarding FMLA.

Outline:
History of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
FMLA Administration
Suggestions on How to Lower the Risks of Litigation
Certification Programs
Specialty Certificates
Online Resources
Conclusion

From the Paper
"The Family and Medical Leave Act has evolved considerably since its inception in 1993. Since then, employers and employees alike have been struggling with the administration of the program and the costs associated with it. The lack of knowledge in FMLA laws and the misapplication of the Act have been two of the reasons for numerous lawsuits.
"Does a concerted effort to inform, educate, train, and monitor an organization's FMLA compliance responsibilities reduce the administrative and legal costs of the organization?"

Tags:administration, compliance, litigation, training, education

Abstract
This paper explains that business management must (1) define the ISO 9000 standards and its relationship to the business, (2) present conformance with the guidance standards, (3) evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of seeking quality system certification and (4) define the reasons for non-registration of a quality management system. The author suggests that management should assign to a person or a group the task of reviewing the ISO-9000 series of standards including all latest revisions to the plan. The paper relates that, based on data from other business models, the suggested methodology is confirmed as a workable process to institute compliance with quality assurance and control in whatever portions of ISO-9000 are applicable Table of Contents Introduction and Importance of the Study Generic Management System Standards ISO - 9000 and ISO 14000 in Plain English What are the ISO Standards? What is Quality? Conformance and Guidance Standards Importance of Quality System Certification Reasons for Registration Elements of the Standard Keys to Identification The Year 2000 Revision of ISO - 9000 Available New Texts Discussion of Revisions Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Review Of Related Literature Methodology Methodology as a Training Tool Methodology of a Transition Planning Guide Data Analysis Text References Internet References Summary, Conclusions and Recommendations

From the Paper
"Given the global importance of the quality management system standards, many national standards bodies are already working on the translation issue. ISO itself will publish the new standards in English and French, but if national language translations of the standards are currently available from your National Standards Bode, we expect that they will have the translation of the revised standards ready at the time of publication by ISO or very soon thereafter. For further information contact your National Standards Body."

Tags:revision, application, evaluation, process, compliance

Abstract
This paper discusses the roles and responsibilities of human resource departments in the healthcare industry during mergers and acquisition activities. It specifically describes the responsibility that the human resource department has in assisting to maintain the consistency of the organization during the process of mergers and acquisitions.

Table of Contents:
Abstract
Human Resource Roles and Responsibilities
Overview
Recruitment and Retention
Training and Development
Employee Performance Management
Regulatory Compliance
Compensation & Benefits

From the Paper
"While information technology (IT) is vital across the full spectrum of the healthcare and managed healthcare industries, IT is arguably most important in the HR component within the healthcare industry because these IT applications ensure ongoing compliance with requisite regulatory demands. HR both tracks and monitors required employee training and certification requirements which must be maintained in order to continue legal operation in some healthcare segments as well as maintaining required client privacy concerns: "Administrative information systems support client care by managing financial and demographic information and providing reporting capabilities...includes client management, financial, payroll, and human resources, and quality assurance systems"(Hebda, Czar & Mascara, 2005, p.122). These compliance roles substantially change the importance of HR within a healthcare organization making it a positive contributor to the business function of the organization and a partner in the execution of M&A activities."

Tags:recruitment, retention, training, employee