Accommodations in the Workplace
Supporting workplace accommodations can be complex, and many leaders, HR professionals, and workplace teams report feeling uncertain about their roles, responsibilities, and legal obligations. As organizations strive to support employee well-being, retention, and productivity, they need practical strategies to effectively manage accommodation requests while balancing operational needs.
Accommodations in the Workplace provides comprehensive training led by experienced occupational health and disability management professionals. Participants will gain the knowledge, tools, and confidence needed to navigate accommodation processes, engage in meaningful workplace discussions, and implement sustainable accommodation solutions that support both employees and organizations. HR professionals, managers, supervisors, and disability management practitioners will be able to apply their learning immediately in real-world workplace situations.
Learning Objectives
Participants will learn:
- The legal framework and employer obligations related to workplace accommodations
- How to identify and address barriers that may impact an employee's ability to perform their work
- Best practices for managing complex accommodation situations and competing workplace demands
- Strategies for conducting collaborative and productive accommodation discussions
- How to assess accommodation options and develop effective accommodation plans
- Techniques for balancing employee needs, workplace requirements, and operational considerations
- Approaches to supporting sustainable return-to-work and retention outcomes
Included in the Training
- Interactive case studies based on real-world accommodation scenarios
- Practical tools and resources to support accommodation decision-making and implementation
- A comprehensive accommodation toolkit for ongoing workplace application
- A copy of the presentation slides and supporting materials for future reference and use after the workshop
Format and Delivery
Live workshop
Workplace leaders and healthcare professionals can sign up for a live workshop of this training, when publicly offered, or as a customized session. The 4-hour workshop is instructor-led and includes interactive group activities and case studies.
