Workplace Accommodation
/ˈwɜrkˌpleɪs əˌkɑməˈdeɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) Modifications or adjustments to a job or work environment that enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
The employer provided a workplace accommodation by installing a ramp for wheelchair access.
- (n.) Adjustments in the workplace to support employees’ religious practices or other protected characteristics under employment law.
Flexible scheduling was a workplace accommodation to allow prayer breaks.
Related terms
See also
Commentary
Workplace accommodation primarily arises under disability and employment discrimination laws; careful drafting ensures clarity on the scope of adjustments and avoidance of undue hardship burdens on employers.
This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.