Sam Is a Night Watchman for a Small Computer Manufacturer

Sam is a night watchman for a small computer manufacturer.He is working his way through college and usually either sleeps or studies during his shift.His supervisor told him that studying was permissible, as long as he scanned the monitors every 10 minutes and walked the building every hour.Sleeping, however, is grounds for dismissal.Sam has been written up two times for sleeping during his work shift.After the last time, he was told there would be no more chances.Last week, $1 million worth of equipment vanished from inventory.When the thieves were caught, they mentioned the sleeping night watchman.Sam's boss fired him immediately, yelling at him that he was just like his brother, a no good lazy bum.What was wrong with the boss' actions?

A) The boss should not have made personal comments.
B) Sam should have been warned.
C) The boss should have waited several weeks before firing Sam.
D) Sam should be transferred to a less responsible job.
E) The boss should have inquired about extenuating circumstances in the offense.