ADA Accommodations in the Manufacturing Industry

This article highlights critical points manufacturing employers should consider regarding requests for ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) accommodations in light of a recent federal appeals court decision that reinforced the broad nature of the law.

Three key points include: 1. Manufacturers must carefully evaluate all accommodation requests, even if the employee can perform their job duties without the accommodation; 2. Manufacturers must ensure HR representatives and leaders are making informed, reasoned decisions in compliance with applicable laws; and 3. Manufacturers across the country should take note as this decision aligns with similar rulings across many federal circuits.

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FP Snapshot on Manufacturing Industry: 3 Things Employers Need to Know About ADA Accommodations After Federal Appeals Court Ruling