- making facilities readily accessible to and usable by an individual with a disability;
- restructuring a job by reallocating or redistributing marginal job functions;
- altering when or how an essential job function is performed; part-time or modified work schedules;
- obtaining or modifying equipment or devices;
- modifying examinations, training materials or policies;
- providing qualified readers and interpreters;
- reassignment to a vacant position;
- permitting use of accrued paid or unpaid leave for necessary treatment;
- providing reserved parking for a person with a mobility impairment;
- allowing an employee to provide equipment or devices that an employer is not required to provide.
There are also several questions an employer should ask or seek out answers to first, such as what the limitations are, what jobs are going to create problems and what hazards may be present. The sleep disorders mentioned are:
- insomnia
- sleep apnea
- narcolepsy
- restless legs syndrome
I believe at least one more disorder should have been included. People who suffer from delayed sleep phase syndrome may also experience problems with finding a workplace that will consider their special problems.
The ideas suggested to accommodate people with sleep disorders is quite detailed and should not place too much hardship on employer or employee. However, again to accommodate those with circadian rhythm disorders, the addition of special lighting facilities should be added to complement the flexible work schedule.
The examples given are taken from actual cases and they are excellent, although all pertain to either sleep apnea or narcolepsy. There is also an extensive listing of Sleep disorder Resources.
If you would like to read the full text of the document, please click on the link here:
Worksite Accommodations for Individuals with Sleep Disorders,
