What do you need to know about reasonable accommodation?
– OPM.gov What is reasonable accommodation? Reasonable accommodation is any change to a job, the work environment, or the way things are usually done that allows an individual with a disability to apply for a job, perform job functions, or enjoy equal access to benefits available to other individuals in the workplace.
Can a employer ignore a request for reasonable accommodation?
While an employer cannot ignore the initial request, this request does not necessarily mean that the employer is required to provide the change. A request for reasonable accommodation is the first step in an informal, interactive process between the employee and the employer.
When to ask for a reasonable accommodation under the ADA?
An individual with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application process or during the period of employment. The ADA does not preclude an employee with a disability from requesting a reasonable accommodation because s/he did not ask for one when applying for a job or after receiving a job offer.
Do you have to hold open your job as a reasonable accommodation?
Does an employer have to hold open an employee’s job as a reasonable accommodation? Yes. An employee with a disability who is granted leave as a reasonable accommodation is entitled to return to his/her same position unless the employer demonstrates that holding open the position would impose an undue hardship. (51)
What makes a workplace accommodation reasonable?
Reasonable accommodations are adjustments to a work setting that make it possible for qualified employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their jobs. The majority of accommodations can be made for minimal (if any) cost and a small investment of time and planning.
Can an employer take away my reasonable accommodation?
If you were allowed to work from home as a reasonable accommodation, but you no longer require the reasonable accommodation in order to do your job, then your employer can remove the accommodation and require you to resume working from the office.
What are examples of a reasonable accommodation?
Examples of reasonable accommodations include: Special classroom seating. Note-taking assistance. Extended time for tests. Recording of lectures. Pre-recorded texts or, when these are not available, readers.
What counts as reasonable accommodation?
A reasonable accommodation is a change, modification, alteration or adaptation in policy, procedure, practice, program, or facility that provides a qualified individual with disability a the opportunity to.