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What is an example of an unreasonable accommodation?

What is an example of an unreasonable accommodation?

If an accommodation puts an undue hardship on a company that would significantly impact the ability of the business to operate, the accommodation would be considered unreasonable. For example, an accommodation request may include a job-sharing situation that requests the hiring of another to share the job.

What are considered reasonable accommodations?

A reasonable accommodation is any change to the application or hiring process, to the job, to the way the job is done, or the work environment that allows a person with a disability who is qualified for the job to perform the essential functions of that job and enjoy equal employment opportunities.

What are some examples of reasonable accommodations in the workplace?

Examples of reasonable accommodations include making existing facilities accessible; job restructuring; part-time or modified work schedules; acquiring or modifying equipment; changing tests, training materials, or policies; providing qualified readers or interpreters; and reassignment to a vacant position.

What are the most commonly requested accommodations in the workplace?

The most frequently requested accommodations are workspace-related (66% of employees and 76% of supervisors) and non-physical accommodations (50% and 74%, respectively).

What happens when an employee can no longer perform duties?

An employee who is unable to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of his job may be terminated. Instead, the fact that the employee is no longer able to perform his job, for whatever reason, and has used up all of his available leave time, provides the legal basis for termination.

What are accommodations IEP?

IEP Accommodations are adjustments to the environment, instruction or materials that allow a student with a disability to access the content or complete assigned tasks. Accommodations do not alter what is being taught.

What are structural accommodations?

Structural accommodation in the physical world allows people with impairments to overcome barriers. Similarly, although many data structures can be primitive, it should be possible to accommodate the needs of others by incorporating their own personal perspectives and insights.

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