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Fraud

Employee Cheque and Credit Card Fraud

Key Words Fiduciary Employee Fraud, Cheque Fraud, Credit Card Fraud, Segregation of Duties, Conflict of Interest Abstract A community health centre (CHC) employee’s fraudulent…
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Human Resources – Development

This risk relates to inadequate staff development and training. The risk includes a lack of providing ongoing professional and leadership development, and/or a continuous learning…
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External Relations – Community Relations

Poor public relations can result in impact to the care experience, reputational loss, resources and/or financial loss. This risk may lead to deterioration in the therapeutic relationship…
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Human Resources – Shortage

The Human Resources – Shortage risk relates to the shortage of human resources resulting from several factors. These may include absenteeism, aging workforce, disability management…
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Human Resources – Psychological Injuries

Psychological injuries can negatively impact the quality of patient care and can lead to decreased staff morale, increased absenteeism, increased interpersonal conflict and lack of…
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Communicating Through Social Media

Overview of Issue Social media refers to various electronic communication channels that enable the creation, sharing, and interactive participation of messages, content, and information…
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Wrongful Dismissal

Wrongful Dismissal

The dismissal (termination) of employees and independent contractors may be subject to both legislation and common law. Wrongful dismissal refers to a situation in which the employee…

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Failure to Pay Benefits

The appearance of misrepresentation of employee benefit coverage can create liability in situations where an employer is perceived as misrepresenting the nature of benefits. In addition,…

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Human Resources – Workplace Violence/Disruptive Behaviour

Any type of violence in the workplace, including harassment, physical aggression, sexual assault, or any violent, responsive, or disruptive behaviours can result in significant physical…
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Fraud

Employee Cheque Fraud

Key Words Employee Fraud, Cheque Fraud, Internal Controls, Segregation of Duties Abstract A hospital employee diverted hospital funds into their personal account. Lack…
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