Employee Bathroom Access Challenges

The transcript details a confrontation between a supervisor and an employee about the latter's frequent absences. The employee explains that the absences are due to the lack of accessible bathrooms for people of color, highlighting the racial discrimination faced. The employee describes the challenges of working under these conditions, including the long walk to the nearest bathroom and the inadequate pay. The conversation underscores the systemic issues of racial inequality and the personal struggles of the employee.

Why is the supervisor frustrated with the employee?

• She is using the phone too much.

• She is not completing her work.

• She is frequently absent.

• She is not following dress code.

What reason does the employee give for her frequent absences?

• She is going to the bathroom.

• She is taking long lunch breaks.

• She is attending meetings.

• She is visiting other departments.

What challenge does the employee face regarding bathroom access?

• There are no bathrooms in the building.

• The bathrooms are always occupied.

• There are no colored bathrooms in the building.

• The bathrooms are too far away.

How far does the employee have to walk to find a bathroom?

• One mile

• Two miles

• Half a mile

• A quarter mile

What does the employee mention about her uniform?

• It includes a hat.

• It has a skirt below the knees.

• It requires a tie.

• It includes a blazer.