WRAP-UP OF LESSON #3: PROVIDING REASONABLE JOB ACCOMMODATIONS

In this lesson we discussed the concept of reasonable accommodation and helped you apply its key principles. To summarize:

Employers accommodate workers everyday in order to build a loyal, dedicated and productive workforce.
Reasonable accommodation is any change or adjustment to a job or work environment that permits a qualified applicant or employee with a disability to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy employment benefits and privileges equal to other employees without disabilities.
One of the best ways to identify needed accommodations is to first talk with the applicant or employee with the disability. He or she knows best what works for them!
Keep the focus on the job and the requirements for the job during job interviews. Do not ask disability-related questions before making a conditional offer of employment.

Next in Lesson #4 we will learn more about creating universally designed work environments that are good for ALL in employees.

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