Managing the workplace for inclusivity

1. • Ensuring that all areas of the workplace are accessible to people with disabilities, including the entrance, restrooms, and workspaces.
   • Providing assistive devices, such as ramps, elevators, and adaptive technology.
   • Making sure that all signage is clear and easy to read.
   • Providing accessible parking spaces.

2. Provide reasonable accommodations. Reasonable accommodations are changes to the workplace or the job that allow disabled employees to perform the essential functions of their job. Employers are required to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified employees with disabilities, unless the accommodations would cause an undue hardship to the employer. Examples of reasonable accommodations include:

   • Flexible work hours
   • Modified work schedules
   • Job restructuring
   • Reassignment to another position
   • Providing assistive devices

3. Encourage employee participation in decision-making. Employers should involve disabled employees in decision-making that affects their work and the workplace. This can be done by:

   • Inviting disabled employees to participate in employee surveys and focus groups.
   • Appointing disabled employees to committees and task forces.
   • Seeking feedback from disabled employees on new policies and procedures.

By taking these steps, employers can create a workplace that is inclusive and accessible for disabled employees.

Here are some additional tips for managing the workplace to be an inclusive and accessible place for disabled employees:

• Be proactive. Don't wait until a disabled employee is hired to start making the workplace more accessible. Make sure that all employees are aware of the company's commitment to inclusion and accessibility, and that they know how to request accommodations.
• Be flexible. There is no one-size-fits-all approach to accommodating disabled employees. Be willing to work with employees to find solutions that meet their individual needs.
• Be respectful. Remember that disabled employees are people first. Treat them with respect and dignity, and avoid making assumptions about their abilities or limitations.

By following these tips, employers can create a workplace where all employees feel valued and supported.

To make the workplace an inclusive and accessible place for disabled employees, employers can take the following steps:

1. Create a culture of inclusion. This means creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and respected, regardless of their disability. Employers can do this by:

   • Communicating a commitment to inclusion and accessibility to all employees.
   • Providing training on disability awareness and inclusion.
   • Encouraging employees to talk about their disabilities and to share their experiences.
   • Creating employee resource groups for disabled employees and their allies.

2. Make the workplace physically accessible. This means removing physical barriers that could prevent disabled employees from accessing and using the workplace. Employers can do this by: