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Disclaimer: You must be aware that this post applies to a certain type of people (depending on their conditions). Some employees who use wheelchairs may not require accommodations to their space to perform their work-related duties. Others may only require a small number of these accommodations in order to perform their job. These tips are not the only solution available to adapting a workplace for employees. Here are a few important ones.
Which accessibility methods does the employee need when at work?
What accommodations are necessary for the employee to be comfortable and productive?
What potential accessibility technology would help improve their workplace health and reduce problems with limitations?
Have you asked the employee about potential and available accommodations they recommend or require?
What specific work related tasks are limiting the employee as a result of such limitations?
If the workplace has been adapted for disability, has the employee reviewed and verified that such actions are enough for their comfort and production at work?
Do co-workers require specific training regarding wheelchair users at work?
People who require their wheelchairs to be used at their job, may need personal assistance when they are on the clock. An employer is not responsible for providing personal assistance, but there are instances where an employer may be held accountable for certain accomodations to enable an employee who is a wheelchair user. Some of their personal care needs may include:
Wheelchair users may encounter certain situations where they are limited in the workplace. These are examples of such situations and potential adaptations to the workplace:
Often times, people who require wheelchairs in their workplace may be late. They can experience obstacles that may hinder their ability to get to work on time. Therefore, accommodations to their commute and transportation methods may be necessary.
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