Japan Airlines and ANA Unite Against Employee Harassment

By Ivan PetrenkoJul 1, 2024 15:30 PMNews
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Japan Airlines and ANA, the two largest airlines in Japan, have joined forces to implement guidelines aimed at protecting their staff from harassment and unreasonable demands by passengers. This collaborative effort seeks to enhance the work environment for their employees and ensure a safer, more respectful atmosphere.

While both Japan Airlines and All Nippon Airways (ANA) are renowned for their exceptional inflight service and hospitality, their frontline staff have faced increasing issues with unruly passengers. To address this, the airlines have developed a comprehensive framework to handle unreasonable demands and harassment effectively.

The guidelines, as reported by The Star, define harassment across nine categories, including verbal abuse, physical assault, and sexual harassment. They outline clear procedures for employees to manage excessive passenger demands and compensation requests that fall outside the airline's policy.

The term "harassment" is defined as actions by customers that exploit their superior position to commit illegal acts or make unreasonable demands, thereby harming the work environment of employees. This unified policy marks a significant step towards standardizing responses to such incidents.

In recent years, incidents of passenger harassment on Japanese carriers have been rising. Data from 2023-2024 shows that both Japan Airlines and ANA recorded approximately 300 incidents each of customer harassment towards employees. This statistic underscores the necessity of the newly implemented guidelines.

A 2022 survey by the Japan Federation of Aviation Industry Unions revealed that over 70% of flight attendants reported being photographed or filmed without consent, and 37% experienced harassment from passengers. Such findings highlight the pervasive nature of the problem within the industry.

In addition to safeguarding staff from passenger harassment, it is crucial for airlines to protect their employees from internal harassment. A notable incident involving British Airways revealed staff members body-shaming a colleague in a private chat, resulting in their suspension.

If successful, Japan Airlines and ANA’s policy could serve as a model for airlines worldwide, promoting safer and more respectful working conditions for airline staff. This initiative not only aims to improve employee well-being but also sets a precedent for other carriers to follow in creating a positive work environment.

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