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The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has recently released an updated resource document regarding the rights and responsibilities of employees and job applicants with hearing disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The ADA is a federal law in the United States that prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in employment, public accommodations, transportation, and other areas. The ADA requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities and imposes penalties for discrimination based on disability. The document provides guidance on disability-related questions, the use of accessible technologies, employer concerns, and potential forms of discrimination. This resource document is significant as it ensures that individuals with hearing disabilities receive equal treatment in the workplace and are protected against discrimination.
The document emphasizes the employer’s obligation to provide a fair workplace for all employees and job applicants who need reasonable accommodations and clarifies that discrimination against individuals with hearing disabilities is prohibited under the ADA. The guide also covers topics such as harassment and retaliation and provides practical examples and scenarios to assist both employers and employees in understanding their rights and responsibilities under the ADA
Updated Resource Document
https://www.eeoc.gov/laws/guidance/hearing-disabilities-workplace-and-americans-disabilities-act