
A deaf person will not understand oral instructions, but these could be provided in a written format. For example, an applicant who is blind will not be able to read a written test, but can take the test if it is provided in braille or the questions are recorded.
I REQUEST REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS DURING MY APPOINTMENT. MANUAL
The format and manner in which a test is given may pose problems for persons with impaired sensory, speaking, or manual skills, as well as for those with certain learning disabilities. An employer may have to provide testing materials in alternative formats or make other adjustments to tests as an accommodation for you. Does the ADA require an employer to modify the way a test is given to me? Yes. Because of my learning disability, I need extra time to complete a written test. The employer would need to modify its hiring procedure to accommodate Tara. Tara therefore requests that she be allowed to wait indoors where it is air conditioned until the human resources department is ready to take her application. Tara has multiple sclerosis and that makes her unable to tolerate prolonged exposure to temperatures in the 90's. Example: An employer requires job applicants to line up outside its facility to apply for a job, a process that could take several hours.If the company wishes to have John demonstrate his ability to use the computer, it must provide appropriate assistive technology as a reasonable accommodation. John could perform this job with assistive technology, such as a program that reads information on the screen. Example: John is blind and applies for a job as a customer service representative.adjusting or modifying application policies and procedures.providing or modifying equipment or devices.ensuring that recruitment, interviews, tests, and other components of the application process are held in accessible locations.providing readers or sign language interpreters.
providing written materials in accessible formats, such as large print, braille, or audio files. Ones that may be needed during the hiring process include (but are not limited to): What are some examples of "reasonable accommodations" that may be needed during the hiring process? Reasonable accommodation can take many forms. The employer must move the location of the interview as a reasonable accommodation. Installing an elevator would be a undue hardship, but the employer could conduct the interview in a first floor office. She requests a reasonable accommodation because she uses a wheelchair. The company calls Tanya to arrange for an interview for a position. Example: A company conducts job interviews in a second floor office. If the requested accommodation causes an undue hardship, the employer still would be required to provide another accommodation that does not. However, an employer cannot refuse to provide an accommodation solely because it entails some costs, either financial or administrative. Can an employer refuse to provide me with an accommodation because it is too difficult or too expensive? An employer does not have to provide a specific accommodation if it would cause an "undue hardship"- that is, if it would require significant difficulty or expense. An employer cannot refuse to consider you because you require a reasonable accommodation to compete for or perform a job. Reasonable accommodation may also be required to enable you to perform a job, gain access to the workplace, and enjoy the "benefits and privileges" of employment available to employees without disabilities. Employers are required to provide "reasonable accommodation" - appropriate changes and adjustments - to enable you to be considered for a job opening. Does the ADA require an employer to provide me with one? Yes. I have a disability and will need an accommodation for the job interview. Accommodations During the Hiring Process. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Belonging Resources.