So I stumbled across a set of employer guidelines from the Americans With Disabilities Act regarding how to assist employees with Fibromyalgia, and even I was surprised how long the list was! I think its awesome that this list exists, but I personally would not feel comfortable asking for more than a few things to help make it easier to do my job. Here is the list taken from the website. If you had an illness or disability, would you feel comfortable asking your employer for several accomodations? Accommodation Ideas: Concentration Issues: Provide written job instructions when possible Prioritize job assignments and provide more structure Allow flexible work hours and allow a self-pace workload Allow periodic rest periods to reorient Provide memory aids, such as schedulers or organizers Minimize distractions Reduce job stress Depression and Anxiety: Reduce distractions in work environment Provide to-do lists and written instructions Remind employee of important deadlines and meetings Allow time off for counseling Provide clear expectations of responsibilities and consequences Provide sensitivity training to co-workers Allow breaks to use stress management techniques Develop strategies to deal with work problems before they arise Allow telephone calls during work hours to doctors and others for support Provide information on counseling and employee assistance programs Fatigue/Weakness: Reduce or eliminate physical exertion and workplace stress Schedule periodic rest breaks away from the workstation Allow a flexible work schedule and flexible use of leave time Allow work from home Implement ergonomic workstation design Fine Motor Impairment: Implement ergonomic workstation design Provide alternative computer access Provide alternative telephone access Provide arm supports Provide writing and grip aids Provide a page turner and a book holder Provide a note taker Gross Motor Impairment: Modify the work-site to make it accessible Provide parking close to the work-site Provide an accessible entrance Install automatic door openers Move workstation close to other work areas, office equipment, and break rooms Migraine Headaches: Provide task lighting Eliminate fluorescent lighting Use computer monitor glare guards Reduce noise with sound absorbent baffles/partitions, environmental sound machines, and headsets Provide alternate work space to reduce visual and auditory distractions Implement a fragrance-free workplace policy Provide air purification devices Allow flexible work hours and work from home Allow periodic rest breaks Skin Sensitivity: Avoid infectious agents and chemicals Provide protective clothing Sleep Disorder: Allow flexible work hours and frequent breaks Allow work from home Temperature Sensitivity: Modify work-site temperature and maintain the ventilation system Modify dress code Use fan/air-conditioner or heater at the workstation and redirect vents Allow flexible scheduling and work from home during extremely hot or cold weather Provide an office with separate temperature control
Posted on: Sat, 08 Mar 2014 06:04:02 +0000
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