Work Site Access

Equipment that can be attached to scooters includes carrying bags/pouches, cane/crutch holders, oxygen tank holders, cupholders, eating trays, writing/reading trays, carrying baskets, trailers, rear-view mirrors, umbrellas and headlights.

Desks and tables that are adjustable allow individuals who use mobility aids, have to alternate between sitting and standing positions, or use various types of chairs to be more comfortable. Adjusting a working surface to meet individual needs increases their comfort and access.

Adjustable / accessible workstations are desks and tables that are adjustable and allow individuals who use mobility aids to access them. They may also allow an individual to alternate between sitting and standing positions or use various types of chairs to be more comfortable.

Scooters designed to traverse outdoor environments, including sand, soft wet ground, uneven surfaces, curbs and slopes.

Anti-fatigue matting provides a buffer between the floor surface and an individual's body. These mats are available in a variety of sizes and often can be custom made. These mats are designed to relieve fatigue for individuals who have to stand for prolonged periods.

Automatic door openers are available for a variety of residential, commercial, institutional, industrial, and transportation applications. Many have emergency egress features and operate on microwave and infrared sensors. There are a variety of door opening mechanisms ranging from fully automated to power assist to entirely manual. For specifics, we recommend you contact the manufacturer directly.

Braille and/or "ADA" signage can make designated areas accessible by providing proper character height/width, color contrast, Braille and raised characters.

Aids to assist individuals with opening doors are available. Door knobs can be difficult to grip or turn for those with fine motor or upper extremity limitations. Door knob grips and handle extenders can be low-cost alternatives to installing an automatic door opener.

Height adjustable multi-purpose chair for examination and screening rooms or for laser procedures

Employees who experience limitations in concentration may need a flexible schedule in order to work optimally during hours of increased attentiveness. Flexible schedules can also be used to have a period of mental rest in order to refocus and reorient into his/her work. Examples of a flexible schedule would be adjusting starting and ending times of the workday, combining regularly scheduled breaks to create one extended break or dividing large breaks into smaller segments, and allowing work to be completed during hours when the employee is most mentally alert.

Color can provide important safety cues such as serving as an indicator of change in surface or level, a warning for potential hazards such as open doors or cabinets, and serve as a way to color-code files, documents and other paperwork. These high contrast/ high visibility products can be useful to help with a variety of tasks for someone with low vision.

Low task or mechanics chairs are small stools on wheels. Some options are height adjustment and tool trays under the seat. May also be purchased at a local auto parts store.

Easily transportable wheelchair ramps to allow effective transportation and accessibility on the go.

In order for an individual with walking or climbing limitation to access an entryway or elevated area in the workplace, a ramp may be needed. Ramps are available in a wide variety of sizes and materials and can be custom designed to fit an area.

Scooters can be used by people with mobility impairments who do not need a wheelchair but who have difficulty walking for various reasons, such as fatigue or muscle weakness. Scooters come with a variety of options, such as baskets, armrests, plain or plush seats, and all-terrain capability.

Lock's that don't require a key for entry.

Devices and products built to assist individuals in walking up stairs and maintaining their balance.

Non-slip surfaces that can be attached to stairs to prevent slips and falls in cold weather.

An emotional support animal (ESA) is a companion animal that provides therapeutic benefit, such as alleviating or mitigating some symptoms of the disability, to an individual with a mental or psychiatric disability. Emotional support animals are typically dogs and cats, but may include other animals. In order to be prescribed an emotional support animal by a physician or other medical professional, the person seeking such an animal must have a verifiable disability. To be afforded protection under United States federal law, a person must meet the federal definition of disability and must have a note from a physician or other medical professional stating that the person has that disability and that the emotional support animal provides a benefit for the individual with the disability. An animal does not need specific training to become an emotional support animal.

Telework, within certain fields, can be an excellent alternative for employees who have conditions that make it difficult for them to leave their home or reliably travel to a place of work. Employers should consider if a job can be made compatible with telework for their employees and communicate their expectations and requirement for the job to be performed out of home. Allowing work from home during worksite or office construction; extremely hot, cold, or inclement weather; or parking renovations could be a reasonable accommodation.

Products and services offered that can alter vans to make them accessible for individuals with physical disabilities.

Walkers can be used by people with mobility impairments who do not need a wheelchair but who have difficulty walking for various reasons, such as fatigue or muscle weakness. Walkers come in various sizes and options, including having wheels.

Wearable anti-fatigue matting can include a non-slip material that is fitted over shoes to provide a safer and more stable walking surface, and anti-fatigue insoles for your shoes.

Scales which allow for an individual to be weighed without getting out of a wheelchair.

These carts and trailers are attachments that allow their users or their assistants to support carrying objects with them where they go on a following wheel cart.

Individuals with mobility impairments who use aids such as scooters, wheelchairs, and power chairs typically use some type of lift to access upper and lower levels of buildings. Individuals with mobility impairments may also be limited in climbing. Lifts may also maneuver individuals between floors or over steps. The vendors listed below provide a variety of options to meet household, industrial, and commercial needs.

Mounts that attach directly to the wheelchair that can be used for phones, computers, and many other products.

A variety of manual and power wheelchairs are available for purchase. Many brands come in several types, including large capacity, reclining, and lightweight.

Redesigning a worksite as an accommodation can include moving a workstation closer to a break room, restroom, office equipment, or employee parking lot; duplicating work materials in a workspace; teleconferencing into meetings; having others report to the employee physically; or communicating in an alternative way (instant messaging, pager, texting, or telephone). Modifying a workspace for an employee who experiences limitations in concentration can help limit or even eliminate both auditory and visual distractions. These modifications can include relocating employees to private area away from high traffic areas, reducing clutter in the employee’s work environment, redesigning an employee’s workspace to minimize visual distractions, and providing higher cubicle walls and/or cubicle doors.