Further to the introduction of the Disability Discrimination Act, it is more crucial than ever for employers to provide the appropriate support
Small changes in the workplace can make all the difference to disabled employees, says leading assistive technology specialist iansyst Ltd. At the 2010 Health and Wellbeing Conference iansyst will be showcasing its latest technology and software and will be offering expert advice on workplace disability provision.
Further to the introduction of the Disability Discrimination Act, it is more crucial than ever for employers to provide the appropriate support. iansyst will highlight adjustments that can be made to facilitate full participation in the workplace for disabled employees. It is often assumed that such changes will be expensive and impractical; iansyst will identify a variety of measures which can be easily implemented and will have a positive impact on the workplace experience for disabled employees. Simple things like ensuring easy access to information, the provision of assistive handheld technologies and implementing inclusive HR policies can make all the difference.
(24dash.com)
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