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Discusses barriers to employment, the need for workplace protections to prevent discrimination, laws and regulations that protect Americans with disabilities, and the need to enforce the laws.

From the Paper
"Over the past three decades there have been a number of important advances made in terms of employment for Americans with disabilities. A number of laws, regulations, and federal initiatives have worked ..."

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The paper discusses how Martin (n.d.) states that under the Americans with Disabilities Act every individual has the right to participate in recreational programs, regardless of disability (para. 1), yet, Martin (n.d.) indicates that this is still not often the case, as many parents and caretakers of the disabled can attest to (para. 1). The paper discusses how the Bay Area Outreach and Recreation Program was created to address the needs of disabled people within the San Francisco bay area by providing physical activities that improve self-esteem, build confidence and allow those with disabilities to develop strong physical skills ("Our", 2008, sec. 1). The paper explains that the reason behind the creation of this entity was due to the fact that over 73% of the disabled in society are unemployed, numerous teens with disabilities commit suicide every year and many individuals who develop disabilities "drop out of school" because of their inability to function effectively as a disabled person ("Our", 2008, sec. 4). The paper shows how the development of programs such as this addresses a need in society for the disabled that is not being addressed by those within the health care community on a large scale. Yet, the paper argues that it must be understood by health care workers, especially those in professions such as occupational and rehabilitative therapy, that integrated recreational programs for many with disabilities are not only focused on the physical aspect of recreation, but on building strength through confidence, self-esteem and social engagement. Therefore, an examination of the issues and programs that have been created in relation to individuals with head injuries, spinal cord injuries and patients that are confined to wheelchairs is accomplished. The results of these programs are analyzed and implications for the future of integrated recreational programs for the disabled are discussed.

Tags:occupational, therapy, disabled

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The paper identifies some of the potential problems a company may have in hiring developmentally challenged workers, and makes recommendations for addressing those problems. It assesses corporate obligations under government regulations. The writer concludes that there is a place for handicapped workers in the business world, under certain conditions.

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"When it comes to integrating, training, supervising and empowering the more developmentally disabled, one mistake that could easily be made is to separate them, and isolate them from the rest of the work force. It is important that company guidelines, an employee handbook of regulations, and a staff meeting resolve the problems when a developmentally disabled person is hired and assigned to a specific group or division. The goal must be to create an effective work environment. Yes, some supervision may initially require lengthier training and adjustment time, but the eventual goal of any company willing, able, even anxious to give developmentally challenged workers an opportunity is to create an atmosphere of "human value management". "Human value management can be described in one short phrase: create value through and with people." (Fitz-Enz, 1990, p. 45) It must be clearly understood by managers, supervisors, as well as "ordinary" workers, that developmentally challenged co-workers are not being given job opportunities merely out of charity. They are able and willing to contribute. They are not "dummies", perhaps only slower to learn and adapt. It is important to communicate to every worker that these people were hired because they can contribute, but may need some help in "getting up to speed". It would be a good idea for the Human Resources Department to appoint one staff member to meet with the developmentally challenged workers on a regular basis as a means of listening to their problems, trying to solve them, and to praise them for valuable contributions to the overall product or services output. More than others, these workers need reassurance and the knowledge that management cares about their feelings, their problems, and their accomplishments."

Tags:labor, regulations, disabled, disabilities, retarded

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The paper discusses several laws that are the basis for workers' compensation benefits in America. The paper looks at the Federal Employment Compensation Act that addresses cases of disability or death occurring while carrying out job related responsibilities. The paper also refers to other laws geared towards illnesses or health concerns that have arisen from working in certain industries. Finally, the paper considers potential improvements to workers compensation programs.

Outline:
Introduction
Workers Compensation
Improvements to Worker's Compensation

From the Paper
"Worker's compensation is defined as "a policy conforming to state law, which pays benefits to an employee (or an employee's family) if the employee suffers a job-related injury (including death), or disease related to work (Insurance Glossary)." According to the Legal information institute of Cornell Law School, there are also some laws that are designed to shelter employers and workers by by placing limitations on the amount of compensation an injured employee can receive and by removing the liability of co-workers when accidents occur. The legal information institute also explains that compensation statutes for stateworkers are ussually the standard used for private employees. "

Tags:disability, death, illness, pneumoconiosis

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"The past 100 years have represented one of the most scientific and educated periods in recorded history. It has also been one of the most violent. In spite of the government trying to become more involved in funding for education, housing, health, welfare and every other social need, these problems continue to increase. We have learned that the quality of our society and civilization depends upon the development of individual strength and qualities that lead to self-realization. The children in our society with great health care needs (mental retardation, the terminally ill, and those with severe learning disabilities) require so much additional care that often traditional channels of assistance are not enough. In order for progress and goodness to be realized in our society, we must develop greater respect for each individual and strive to..."

From the Paper
"Introduction
Individual workers have often looked to the government for protection against what they consider unfair hiring or promotional activities by employers. Discrimination based on race, gender, religious affiliation and other differentiating factors has been generally outlawed, and affirmative action (among other policies) has been implemented in many areas to redress previous wrongs. One of the groups which has sought protection and accommodation are those individuals with disabilities, although that term does not specify the types of conditions which render a person disabled. This research examines the Americans with Disabilities Act, how a company might comply with the Act, and the actions which could be taken with regard to the Act."

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This paper discusses the legal aspects of hiring and employing workers with disabilities. It provides statistics stating that out of 120 million employed Americans, 16 million of them have a disability, working as executives, machine operators, managers, sales representatives, mechanics, educators, and accountants. It also claims that small business owners have a responsibility to learn the government regulations and laws governing this subject.

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"Small business owners have a responsibility to learn the government regulations and laws in place regarding hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. The American Government founded the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, which was created for government agencies to hire people with disabilities. In 1990, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was created to prevent employers from discriminating against people with disabilities. Part of the law requires businesses to make accommodations for individuals with disabilities to be able to perform the jobs in which they are qualified. A number of examples exist from providing computer software programs for blind people to allowing diabetics to take extra breaks to check their blood-sugar levels. Also, businesses can accommodate workers with disabilities through creating handicap accessible areas, as well as installing handicap features in restrooms. In some cases, a tax incentive is offered for putting such additions in place."

Tags:discriminating, accommodations, handicap

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Dentists and health care workers in general find themselves in unfamiliar territory when it comes to dealing with patients and employees who are infected with HIV/AIDS. This is especially true when dealing with current and future employees covered under the Americans With Disabilities Act. This paper reviews cases in federal and state courts as well as a case in Florida in which a HIV positive dentist infected six of his patients with the virus.

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"In 1991 the Centers for Disease Control announced that a dentist in Florida had possible transmitted human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), the virus that causes AIDS, to a patient while providing her with routine care. The CDC has since reported that the dentist also infected five other people with HIV. These are the first, and up to this point, the only cases of a health care worker apparently infecting patients with the deadly virus."

Tags:ada, aids, awda, employment, healthcare, hepatitis, hiv, human, management, resource

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This paper looks at the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) that targets discrimination against mentally or physically impaired individuals. The paper discusses the benefits to the disabled worker but notes the disadvantages posed to employers. The paper discusses how affirmative action in the context of the ADA can possibly work if the present ambiguous boundaries are defined.

From the Paper
"The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) is a broad act passed by Congress on January 23, 1990 in response to the pervasiveness of outright discrimination against mentally or physically impaired individuals. Although discrimination with regard to age, sex, religion, ethnic origin, color or race has been observed among individuals and who have been wronged merely by being in one of these categories is prosecutable under current law, it was found that people with disabilities possessed no such legal protection."

Tags:legal, protection, affirmative, action, accommodations, employee, employer

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This paper argues that since obesity is a medical disability, employers should institute and strictly enforce policies regarding discrimination against obese individuals. The first part of this paper looks at the reasons and misconceptions that give rise to discrimination against obese persons. It then evaluates the fallacies of these misconceptions. In the conclusion, the paper details the legal resources and other options available to people who experience weight-based discrimination.

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"The discriminatory behavior extends to salaries. The starting salaries of overweight people with MBAs, for example, are around $3,000 higher than their overweight counterparts. In addition, many overweight and obese employees say they are forced to forego benefits like health care coverage (Valenti). The situation is worse for those who are morbidly obese, or who are 100 percent over their ideal recommended weight. Their salaries were an average 24.1 percent lower than those of their slimmer counterparts with equal qualifications."

Tags:fat, overweight, workplace, work, employee