Employer Support
There 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.