Yesterday's Advisor featured the EEOC's advice for avoiding ADA problems when preparing for swine flu. Today, we'll get the agency’s advice about work practices, and an introduction to a special program for smaller HR departments.
Everyone's wondering what to do about swine flu, although some surveys show that companies haven't done much yet. When you do act, you could run smack into the ADA if you're not careful.
Sometimes it's hard to know how to communicate with or assist co-workers with disabilities. Over-eager helpers do more harm than good, while others, concerned that they will say the wrong thing, say nothing—further isolating people with disabilities.
In today’s world, simply complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) isn't enough for many employers. They want to be more proactive in creating a disability-friendly workplace. Today, BLR's experts offer some tips.
Yesterday's Advisor presented attorney Jathan Janove's suggestions for dealing with employees who say, “My aberrant behavior was caused by my disability." Today, we’ll give you more of his tips plus an introduction to a new training option.
What can you do when an employee says that the discipline you are about to impose is the result of his or her disability? It's a delicate spot, but you can manage it, says attorney Jathan Janove.
Yesterday's Advisor explored tips for dealing with safety and disabilities. Today, we’ll give you some tips on periodic medical exams for safety-sensitive positions and an introduction to a new wellness system that might help.
What's the smart move for HR managers who think an employee poses a safety risk? May you ask questions? May you demand a physical? Today's expert sorts it out.
How to avoid the "traps" encountered in managing employees with disabilities and an introduction to the famous HR Red Book.
Inc. Magazine’s HR columnist details 7 traps in managing disabilities and complying with the ADA.