Tattoos

Can an employer refuse to hire a job applicant with a tattoo when image is critical to the business?

A policy banning tattoos is not of itself unlawful. However, in enforcing such a policy an employer needs to be aware that if the tattoo is of religious or ethnic significance a complaint of indirect discrimination could be made.


Am I protected by the Act if I suspect my moko was the reason why I did not get the job?

Yes, an applicant who suspects that having a moko was the reason for not getting a job can make a discrimination complaint.