What requirement does the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 impose on employers?

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 mandates that employers must provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. This requirement is aimed at ensuring that disabled employees have equal opportunities in the workplace, allowing them to perform their job duties effectively. Reasonable accommodations can include a variety of adjustments, such as modifying workstations, offering flexible scheduling, or providing assistive devices.

The focus of the ADA is not to enforce a specific hiring quota for disabled individuals, nor does it mandate the general accessibility of all facilities without consideration of reasonableness or undue hardship. While accessibility in facilities is a crucial aspect of the ADA, the requirement of making all facilities wheelchair accessible would depend on many factors, including the age of the building and the resources of the employer. Additionally, the requirement for special training for all employees is not specified under the ADA; the act focuses more on ensuring that employees with disabilities are accommodated rather than placing training requirements on the entire workforce.