Employer SupportThere are a variety of federal and state laws that
direct employers to consider accommodation for an individual with
impairment. The accommodation could be required due to a medical
condition or an injury. Regardless of the cause, once the disability is
reported and the employer is aware of the condition, it falls on the
employer to investigate possible accommodations and implement them if
the employee requests accommodation and the cost is "reasonable".
The value of job accommodation is often found
after an employee has suffered an injury at work. By offering modified
or accommodated job tasks the employer is able to better control the
cost of an injury claim while protecting the company productivity and
morale.
The Remas Group has conducted expert job
analysis since 1984 and consults with employers on reasonable means to
modify a job or accommodate an employee with a disability. Most
accommodations are under $500 and can be in the form of slight
modifications of schedule, addition of simple equipment or just
realignment of existing equipment.
By having a consultant perform the job
accommodation evaluation the company is able to insure it is meeting
state and federal regulations for accommodation review. The company is
also able to keep valued employees productive while reducing the hidden
costs of replacement labor, lost work time, and increase in insurance
costs.
The Remas Group is able to provide the
accommodation evaluation and documentation for the employer. Most
reviews can be performed within a short time. For more information
contact Mark Remas, MA, CRC at 858-560-6733.